03Aug

DuoLine Fixings – fischer’s Latest Innovations In SA

The DuoLine product range is an intelligent combination of material and design meeting new heights in fixing technology. In this product range, there are five types of fixing systems, each of which has its unique and creative features that highlight the product's innovative abilities. In this article, we look at fischer’s DuoLine products, with a particular focus on the game-changing DuoPower plug and the DuoTec fixing system.  All the products in the fischer DuoLine range have been designed to ensure ease...

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16May

Mechanical Steel Anchor Bolts

Anchor connections are generally used in steel-to-concrete connections to transmit loads from one element to another via anchor bolts. The anchor bolts are used to distribute load actions into their base material and are influenced by key parameters such as its base material, load bearing capacities, and anchor failures of the most unfavorable anchor.  High-Performance Steel Anchor Bolts Mechanical steel anchors work on the principle of expansion or undercut theory. This principle uses mechanical interlocking and friction to hold an anchor into...

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31Mar

Chemical Anchors: Explanation & Uses

Chemical anchors are bonded anchors that are used for fixing into concrete and masonry applications. They are a great solution for fixing into solid substrates, offering superior strength and reliability without the need for mechanical expansion which could undermine the strength of the building material and the ultimate holding power of the anchor. Chemical anchors provide an excellent bond between the anchor and substrate, making them ideal for use in high-stress applications such as seismic zones or high wind areas...

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02Dec

Fixing For A Green Future In Building And Construction

fischer is the global market leader in fixing technology with a wide range of fixing, installation and FireStop solutions. This means that the brand carries a global responsibility to ensure that fischer fixings are not only the best on the market, but are manufactured in an environmentally responsible way to ensure a sustainable future.

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