Posts tagged with 'basalt fibre'
What are low thermal conductivity wall ties?
Ancon Teplo wall ties comprise pultruded basalt fibres set in a resin matrix which offers a thermal conductivity of just 0.7W/mK. The thermal efficiency of this innovative material means these ties are excluded from U-value calculations to BS EN ISO 6946, minimising insulation thickness and wall footprint. Read more
Low Thermal Conductivity Cavity Wall Ties
Wall Ties are an essential element in the strength and stability of cavity walls, but by crossing the cavity they act as a thermal bridge between the internal and external leaves. Generally speaking, the wider the insulated cavity, the more substantial the Wall Tie needs to be and the greater the effect the tie will then have on the U-value of the wall. Read more
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Leviat upgrades Ancon Optima range to provide more economical solutions for single storey lifts and wider cavities
Engineered connection specialist, Leviat, has responded to growing customer requests for a faster and more efficient brickwork support solution for lower loads with the launch of two major new products, Ancon Optima 6 and Ancon Optima 8.
Leviat's Innovation Shines in Shortlisted Projects at Brick Awards
World-leading engineered connections specialist, Leviat, has made a significant impact on the architectural landscape with its innovative solutions playing a key part in the success of nine shortlisted projects at the 48th Annual Brick Awards, the longest and most widely respected design and construction awards in the UK.