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power-tie Wall Ties

The power-tie range encompasses a variety of fixings to suit
both brick and block construction from cavity wall ties and
frame cramps to ladder reinforcement and accessories.

All power-tie wall ties are manufactured in stainless steel

1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1 and comply with BS EN 845-1.

power-tie cavity wall ties are suitable for use in walls with cavity
widths from 50mm. Ties are available for masonry to masonry,
masonry to timber frame, and thin joint
masonry construction.

power-tie special wall ties include Movement ties which allow

horizontal displacement or Remedial ties which are used where
ties have failed or been omitted. Wavy Tail ties are also avail-
able in standard lengths and incorporate a water drip. Wavy
Tail ties are bonded into existing structures using epoxy resin.

Screw in Starter and Cavity ties supplied with masonry plug for
fixing to concrete and masonry complete the wall tie range.  Lightweight stainless steel Type 1 heavy duty
wall tie.
 A variety of fixings to suit both brick and block
construction from cavity wall ties and frame cramps to
 Suitable for all types of building, of any height,
ladder reinforcement and accessories.
50mm to 150mm cavities.
 Includes a comprehensive range of Movement ties,  Nominal embedment indicator and water drips
Remedial ties, Wavy tail ties and Screw in Starter ties
for insulated or open cavities.
designed to meet specialist requirements.
 Safety ends to reduce the risk of injury.
 Fixed head restraints, Channel tie systems and
Sliding Anchor stems and other options.
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2PTF _ _ _/ 2PTM _ _ _ SESE _ _ _ SHA-A_ _ _

Two Part Tie. Double Safety End Sliding Anchor Stem.
Lengths: 300 – 515mm. Fixing. Lengths: 400, 500,
Lengths: 150, 200, 225, 600mm.
250, 275, 300mm.
PT1- _ _ _ SHA-B_ _ _
Heavy Duty Tie. Sliding Anchor Stem.
Lengths: 200, 225, 250, SEPE_ _ _* Lengths: 400, 500,
275, 300mm. Movement Tie. 600mm.
Conforms to BS5628-1 Lengths: 150, 200, 225,
as a Type 1 tie. Suitable 250mm. SHA-C_ _ _
for most masonry cavity Sliding Anchor Stem.
walls. Lengths: 400, 500,
SEFC _ _ _30H 600mm.
Frame Cramp.
PT _ _ _ Height: 30mm SHA-D_ _ _
Housing Tie. Lengths: 75, 100, 125, Sliding Anchor Stem.
Lengths: 200, 225, 150, 175, 200mm. Lengths: 400, 500,
250mm. 600mm.
Conforms to BS5628-1
as a Type 4 tie. SHA-E_ _ _
SEFC _ _ _30HV Sliding Anchor Stem.
Frame Cramp with ‗V‘ Lengths: 400, 500,
MPT _ _ _ drip. Height: 30mm 600mm.
General Purpose Tie. Lengths: 125, 150, 200,
Lengths: 200, 225, 300mm. SHA-F_ _ _
250mm. Sliding Anchor Stem.
Conforms to BS5628-1 Lengths: 400, 500,
as a Type 2 tie. PEFC _ _ _30H * 600mm.
Plain End Frame Cramp.
Height: 30mm SHA-G_ _ _
SSCD Lengths: 100, 125, Sliding Anchor Stem.
Insulation Retaining 150mm. Lengths: 400, 500,
Disk. Diameter 80mm. 600mm. (Offset specified
Fits all ties. to suit application).
SEFC _ _ _50S
Frame Cramp.
SSFS _ _ _ Height: 50mm
Timber Frame Tie. Lengths: 75, 150, 200
Cavity widths: 50, 75, 300mm.
100mm.
Allow for maximum SATOW _ _ _
height displacement of SEFC _ _ _50SV Sliding Anchor Stem..
24mm. Frame Cramp with ‗V‘ One Way Tie.
drip. Height: 50mm. Length from slot position
Lengths: 125, 150, 200, to be specified as
300mm. required.

SATTW _ _ _ _ _ _
PEFC _ _ _50S * Sliding Anchor Stem
Plain End Frame Cramp. Two Way Tie.
Height: 50mm Lengths from slot position
Exmet Reinforcement Lengths: 100, 125, to be specified as
For non structural 150mm. required.
applications.
Wall widths: 100,140,
225, 265mm. 200 _ _
De-bonding and 2514S_ _ _ _
Isolation Sleeve 25/14 Channel Tie
Lengths: 50, 120mm. System
Lengths: 2700,3000mm

FHR100140 2514S _ _ _ V
Fixed Head Restraint. Channel Tie with ‗V‘
To suit 100 or 140mm Drip. Lengths: 100, 125,
block. 150, 175, 200mm.
SBSF _ _ _ _ _ For use with 25/14
Flat Wire Ladder channel.
Reinforcement. SHRS, SHRH
3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5mm Sliding Head Restraint.
round flattened to 3mm. Concealed within
Widths 60 –175mm. masonry.
Lengths 2700mm.

Stainless Steel type 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1 *Can be used with De-bonding and Isolation sleeve.

Expamet Building Products Ltd., Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North), Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Sales: +44 (0) 1429 866611 Technical +44 (0) 1429 866655 General +44 (0) 1429 866688
Website: www.expamet.co.uk
Registered in England No. 6242789. Registered Office as above.
Quality Assurance BS EN ISO 9001: 2008 and ISO 14001:2004 Registered Firms Certificate No RM36694, EMS 45225 A subsidiary of Expamet Holdings Limited
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TYPE 1 HEAVY DUTY CAVITY WALL TIE
PT1-200/ PT1-225/ PT1-250/ PT1-275/ PT1-300

Cavity (mm) Reference Tie length (mm)

75 PT1-200 200
100 PT1-225 225
125 PT1-250 250
150 PT1-275 275
150 PT1-300 300

1.4301 Austenitic Stainless Steel to BS EN 10088-2 : 2005.

Supplied in boxes of 250

Insulation clip SSCD is also available

Standards and Conformity

BS EN 845-1 Specification For Ancillary Components in Masonry - Part 1 :Ties, tension straps, hangers and brackets.

Declared Loads over a 150mm cavity

Test Mortar type Declared value (N) BS5628-1 Classification
Tension (i) 5196 Type 1
Compression (i) 5100 Type 1
Tension (iv) 3615 Type 1
Compression (iv) 4157 Type 1

BS 5628-1 Code of practice for the use of masonry - Part 1: Structural use of unreinforced masonry.
Type 1—Suitable for most masonry walls and most building sizes and types on nearly all sites. Not very flexible so cannot be
adjusted or accommodate differential movement between leaves. Performance can also be determined by calculation.

Approved Document E: Resistance to the passage of sound

Tie Type B. Dynamic stiffness < 113MN/m3 at tie density of 2.5 ties/m2 at a 75mm working cavity.

Features
Masonry guide marks on the body of the tie allow an easy visual check on tie embedment and cavity width.
―TOP‖ indicates the correct way up.
Water drips spaced across the cavity section allow the tie to be used in insulated or open cavities.
Safety ends reduce the risk of injury during handling and installation.
Light weight making installation quick, easy and economical.

Installation
Code of practice BS 5628-1 states that walls that have leaves 90mm or thicker should include wall ties at not less than 2.5 ties per
m2. Stagger wall ties in alternate courses at 900mm horizontal and 450mm vertical spacings. If least leaf thickness is less than
90mm, increase the number of ties to 4.9 ties per m 2 by reducing horizontal spacing to 450mm. Wall ties adjacent to openings in
masonry panels, vertical movement joint locations or non returned edges should be positioned at a maximum 300mm vertical spacing
and no more than 225mm away from the opening. The PT1 tie should be bedded the nominal 62.5mm shown by the integral
masonry guide marks and the correct way up, into fresh mortar at the time of the wall construction. The cavity spanning section of the
tie is to be kept free of mortar.

Accessories
The PT1 Type 1 Wall Tie can be used in conjunction with the Expamet Building Products SSCD insulation retaining clip. The cavity
spanning section is uniform enabling the insulation clip to be positioned at any given point so that different thicknesses of insulation
can be used.
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TYPE 1 HEAVY DUTY CAVITY WALL TIE
PT1-200/ PT1-225/ PT1-250/ PT1-275/ PT1-300

Technical Contact Information Sales Contact Information

Telephone 01429 866655 Telephone 01429 866611
Email [email protected] E-mail [email protected]
Fax 01429 866622 Fax 01429 866622

Expamet Health and Safety

1. IDENTIFICATION
Expamet Building Products Limited 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Greatham Street Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Hartlepool TS25 1PU
United Kingdom 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Telephone 01429 866688 All products are stable under normal conditions but
Fax 01429 866633 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.

2. COMPOSITION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005 High temperatures can produce fumes.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Possible cuts from steel edges. No known hazard.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. Licensing Regulations.
Ingestion: not applicable.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-flammable material. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Construction products are articles therefore not subject
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES to CHIP3.
Not applicable.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Use suitable PPE when handling all products. Assess manual Building Product‘s published instructions.
handling risks before lifting. All products should be stacked on This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
firm level ground in dry conditions. guide.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in

Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
when handling products. comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification.

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]

PT1DS/1010
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TYPE 2 GENERAL PURPOSE CAVITY WALL TIE

MPT200/ MPT225/ MPT250
Cavity (mm) Reference Tie length (mm)
75 MPT200 200
100 MPT225 225
125 MPT250 250

1.4301 Austenitic Stainless Steel to BS EN 10088-3 : 2005.

Supplied in boxes of 250

Insulation clip SSCD is also available

Standards and Conformity

BS EN 845-1 Specification For Ancillary Components in Masonry - Part 1 :Ties, tension straps, hangers and brackets.

Declared Loads over a 100mm cavity

Test Declared value (N) BS 5628-1 Classification
Tension 2163 Type 2
Compression 1389 Type 2

BS 5628-1 Code of practice for the use of masonry - Part 1: Structural use of unreinforced masonry.
Type 2—Suitable for most domestic dwellings and small commercial buildings up to 15m high of box form with cavity
walls of similar leaf thicknesses between 90mm—150mm on nearly all sites with maximum basic wind speed of 31m/s.
Performance can also be determined by calculation.

Approved Document E: Resistance to the passage of sound

Tie Type B. Dynamic stiffness < 113MN/m 3 at tie density of 2.5 ties/m 2 at a 75mm working cavity.

Features
Safety ends reduce the risk of injury during handling and installation.
Light weight making installation quick, easy and economical.

Installation
Code of practice BS 5628-1 states that walls that have leaves 90mm or thicker should include wall ties at not less than
2.5 ties per m2. Stagger wall ties in alternate courses at 900mm horizontal and 450mm vertical spacings. Wall ties
adjacent to openings in masonry panels, vertical movement joint locations or non returned edges should be positioned
at a maximum 300mm vertical spacing and no more than 225mm away from the opening. The MPT tie must be bedded
into fresh mortar at the time of the wall construction ensuring nominal 62.5mm embedment in each leaf. The cavity
spanning section of the tie is to be kept free of mortar.

Accessories
The MPT Type 2 Wall Tie can be used in conjunction with the Expamet Building Products SSCD insulation retaining clip.
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TYPE 2 GENERAL PURPOSE CAVITY WALL TIE

MPT200/ MPT225/ MPT250
Contact information
Technical: Sales:
Telephone 01429 866655 Telephone 01429 866611
Email [email protected] E-mail [email protected]
Fax 01429 866622 Fax 01429 866622

Expamet Health and Safety

1. IDENTIFICATION
Expamet Building Products Limited 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Greatham Street Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Hartlepool TS25 1PU
United Kingdom 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Telephone 01429 866688 All products are stable under normal conditions but
Fax 01429 866633 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.

2. COMPOSITION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-3: 2005 High temperatures can produce fumes.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Possible cuts from steel edges. No known hazard.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. Licensing Regulations.
Ingestion: not applicable.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-flammable material. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Construction products are articles therefore not subject
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES to CHIP3.
Not applicable.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Use suitable PPE when handling all products. Assess manual Building Product‘s published instructions.
handling risks before lifting. All products should be stacked on This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
firm level ground in dry conditions. guide.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in

Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
when handling products. comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]

MPTDS/0110
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DOUBLE TRIANGLE CAVITY WALL TIE

DT200/ DT225/ DT250/ DT300
Cavity (mm) Reference Tie length (mm)
75 DT200 200
100 DT225 225
125 DT250 250
150 DT300 300

1.4301 Austenitic Stainless Steel to BS EN 10088-3 : 2005.

Supplied in boxes of 250

Insulation clip SSCD is also available

Standards and Conformity

BS EN 845-1 Specification For Ancillary Components in Masonry - Part 1 :Ties, tension straps, hangers and brackets.

Declared Loads over a maximum 100mm cavity Declared Loads over a maximum 150mm cavity
Test Declared value BS 5628-1 Test Declared value BS 5628-1
(N) Classification (N) Classification
Tension 2154 Type 2 Tension 2093 Type 3
Compression 1402 Type 2 Compression 906 Type 3

BS 5628-1 Code of practice for the use of masonry - Part 1: Structural use of unreinforced masonry.
Type 2—Suitable for most domestic dwellings and small commercial buildings up to 15m high of box form with cavity
walls of similar leaf thicknesses between 90mm—150mm on nearly all sites with maximum basic wind speed of 31m/s.
Performance can also be determined by calculation.
Type 3— As Type 2 but limited to maximum basic wind speed of 31m/s.

Approved Document E: Resistance to the passage of sound

Tie type B Dynamic stiffness < 113MN/m 3 at tie density of 2.5 ties/m 2 at a 75mm working cavity.

Features
Safety ends reduce the risk of injury during handling and installation.
Light weight making installation quick, easy and economical.

Installation
Code of practice BS 5628-1 states that walls that have leaves 90mm or thicker should include wall ties at not less than
2.5 ties per m2. Stagger wall ties in alternate courses at 900mm horizontal and 450mm vertical spacings. Wall ties
adjacent to openings in masonry panels, vertical movement joint locations or non returned edges should be positioned
at a maximum 300mm vertical spacing and no more than 225mm away from the opening. The DT tie must be bedded
into fresh mortar at the time of the wall construction ensuring nominal 62.5mm embedment in each leaf. The cavity
spanning section of the tie is to be kept free of mortar.

Accessories
The DT Wall Tie can be used in conjunction with the Expamet Building Products SSCD insulation retaining clip.
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DOUBLE TRIANGLE CAVITY WALL TIE

DT200/ DT225/ DT250/ DT275/ DT300
Contact information
Technical: Sales:
Telephone 01429 866655 Telephone 01429 866611
Email [email protected] E-mail [email protected]
Fax 01429 866622 Fax 01429 866622

Expamet Health and Safety

1. IDENTIFICATION
Expamet Building Products Limited 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Greatham Street Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Hartlepool TS25 1PU
United Kingdom 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688 All products are stable under normal conditions but
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.

2. COMPOSITION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-3: 2005 High temperatures can produce fumes.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Possible cuts from steel edges. No known hazard.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. Licensing Regulations.
Ingestion: not applicable.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-flammable material. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Construction products are articles therefore not subject
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES to CHIP3.
Not applicable.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Use suitable PPE when handling all products. Assess manual Building Product‘s published instructions.
handling risks before lifting. All products should be stacked on This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
firm level ground in dry conditions. guide.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in

Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
when handling products. comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone : 01429 866611 Fax : 01429 866622 Email : [email protected]

DTDS/1010
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TYPE 4 HOUSING CAVITY WALL TIE

PT200/PT225/PT250
Cavity (mm) Reference Tie length (mm)

75 PT200 200

100 PT225 225

125 PT250 250

1.4301 Austenitic Stainless Steel to BS EN 10088-3 : 2005.

Supplied in boxes of 250

Insulation clip SSCD is also available

Standards and Conformity

BS EN 845-1 Specification For Ancillary Components In Masonry - Part 1 :Ties, tension straps, hangers and brackets.

Declared Loads over a maximum 150mm cavity

Test Declared Value (N) BS 5628-1 Classification
Tension 971 Type 4
Compression 505 Type 4

BS 5628-1 Code of Practice Use of Masonry - Part 1 : Structural use of unreinforced masonry.
Type 4—Suitable for most domestic dwellings up to 10m high of box form with cavity walls of similar leaf thicknesses
between 90mm—150mm on nearly all sites with maximum basic wind speed of 25m/s.

Approved Document E: Resistance to the passage of sound

PT200 and PT225 Tie Type A. Dynamic stiffness < 4.8MN/m 3 at tie density of 2.5 ties/m 2 at a 75mm working cavity.
PT250 Tie Type B. Dynamic stiffness < 113MN/m 3 at tie density of 2.5 ties/m 2 at a 75mm working cavity.

Features
Safety ends reduce the risk of injury during handling and installation.
Light weight making installation quick, easy and economical.

Installation
Code of practice BS 5628-1 states that walls that have leaves 90mm or thicker should include wall ties at not less than
2.5 ties per m2. Stagger wall ties in alternate courses at 900mm horizontal and 450mm vertical spacings. Wall ties
adjacent to openings in masonry panels, vertical movement joint locations or non returned edges should be positioned
at a maximum 300mm vertical spacing and no more than 225mm away from the opening. The PT tie must be bedded
into fresh mortar at the time of the wall construction ensuring nominal 62.5mm embedment in each leaf. The cavity
spanning section of the tie is to be kept free of mortar.

Accessories
The PT Type 4 Wall Tie can be used in conjunction with the Expamet Building Products SSCD insulation retaining clip.
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TYPE 4 HOUSING CAVITY WALL TIE

PT200/ PT225/PT250

Technical Contact Information Sales Contact Information

Telephone 01429 866655 Telephone 01429 866611
Email [email protected] E-mail [email protected]
Fax 01429 866622 Fax 01429 866622

Expamet Health and Safety

1. IDENTIFICATION
Expamet Building Products Limited 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Greatham Street Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Hartlepool TS25 1PU
United Kingdom 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Telephone 01429 866688 All products are stable under normal conditions but
Fax 01429 866633 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.

2. COMPOSITION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-3: 2005 High temperatures can produce fumes.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Possible cuts from steel edges. No known hazard.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. Licensing Regulations.
Ingestion: not applicable.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-flammable material. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Construction products are articles therefore not subject
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES to CHIP3.
Not applicable.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Use suitable PPE when handling all products. Assess manual Building Product‘s published instructions.
handling risks before lifting. All products should be stacked on This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
firm level ground in dry conditions. guide.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in

Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
when handling products. comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]

PTDS/01010
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2 PART TIE

Tie Reference Application

2PTF—- Female tie to suit insulation thickness

2PTM—- Male tie to suit structural cavity width

1.4301 Austenitic Stainless Steel to BS EN 10088-2 : 2005.

Tie parts supplied individually.

Walls with wide cavities require longer wall ties which create a potentially hazardous projection and are susceptible to
sagging when only one leaf is built.
The power-tie two part tie overcomes these concerns by minimising the wall tie projection until the installation of the
male tie extension when the second leaf is built.

The power-tie two part tie consists of female 2PTF and male 2PTM components whose combinations cater for nominal
cavity widths between 150mm and 400mm.
The selection of components is based on the structural cavity width and the insulation thickness as shown below:

Male Tie Ref.

Structural Cavity

Max. Female
Insulation Tie 150 175 200 225 250 275 300 325 350 375 400
Thickness Ref.
2PTF 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM
50 125 150 175 200 225 250 275 300 325 350 375
175
2PTF 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM 2PTM
75 100 125 150 175 200 225 250 275 300 325 350
200

Performance
BS EN 845 -1: Specification For Ancillary Components in Masonry - Part 1: Ties, tension straps, hangers and brackets.

Declared loads up to a maximum 300mm cavity Declared loads up to a maximum 400mm cavity
Test Declared value BS 5628-1 Test Declared value BS 5628-1
(N) Classification (N) Classification
Tension 2280 Type 2 Tension 2378 Type 3
Compression 1516 Type 2 Compression 1093 Type 3

BS 5628 -1 Code of Practice Use of Masonry - Part 1: Structural use of unreinforced masonry.
Type 2 - Suitable for most domestic dwellings and small commercial buildings up to 15m high of box form with cavity
walls of similar leaf thicknesses between 90mm -150mm on nearly all sites with maximum basic wind speed of 31m/s.
Performance can also be determined by calculation.
Type 3 - As Type 2 but limited to maximum basic wind speed of 25m/s.

Approved Document E: Resistance to the passage of sound

Tie Type A. Dynamic stiffness < 4.8MN/m 3 at tie density of 2.5 ties/m 2 at a 125mm working cavity.
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2 PART TIE

Features
The 2 Part Tie lowers the Health and Safety risk and reduces the sagging effect of unsupported long wall ties.
Integral embedment and ―TOP‖ markings for correct installation.
Female ties are available in lengths of 175mm, reference 2PTF175 to suit insulation up to 50mm thick and 200mm, ref-
erence 2PTF200 to suit insulation up to 75mm thick. This ensures space for an insulation retaining clip and clearance
outside of the insulation to carry out the simple connection process:
Male tie projection lengths are available from 100mm to 375mm in 25mm increments, references 2PTM100 to 2PTM375
to suit cavities up to 400mm wide.

Installation
Code of practice BS 5628-1 states that walls that have leaves 90mm or thicker should include wall ties at not less than
2.5 ties per m2. Expamet recommend that wall ties are installed at 600mm horizontal and 450mm vertical spacing,
staggered in alternate courses.
Wall ties adjacent to openings in masonry panels, vertical movement joint locations or non returned edges should be
positioned at a maximum 300mm vertical spacing and no more than 225mm away from the opening.
Alternative tie spacing may be specified by the Designer.

The 2 Part Tie is installed within bed joints that will be built at the same level across the cavity.

The female section is built first into the inner leaf the correct way up with 75mm embedment, as identified by the integral
markings. The male section is attached when building the outer leaf.
Both sections of the tie must be bedded into fresh mortar at the time of the wall construction ensuring the cavity span-
ning part of the tie is kept free of mortar.

Connection of the male to female sections is a simple insert, twist and level of the male section.

Accessories
The 2PT Wall Tie can be used in conjunction with the Expamet Building Products SSCD insulation retaining clip.
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2 PART TIE

Contact information
Technical: Sales:
Telephone 01429 866655 Telephone 01429 866611
Email [email protected] E-mail [email protected]
Fax 01429 866622 Fax 01429 866622

Expamet Health and Safety

1. IDENTIFICATION
Expamet Building Products Limited 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Greatham Street Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Hartlepool TS25 1PU
United Kingdom 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Telephone 01429 866688 All products are stable under normal conditions but
Fax 01429 866633 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.

2. COMPOSITION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-2: 2005 High temperatures can produce fumes.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Possible cuts from steel edges. No known hazard.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. Licensing Regulations.
Ingestion: not applicable.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-flammable material. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Construction products are articles therefore not subject
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES to CHIP3.
Not applicable.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Use suitable PPE when handling all products. Assess manual Building Product‘s published instructions.
handling risks before lifting. All products should be stacked on This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
firm level ground in dry conditions. guide.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in

Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
when handling products. comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]

2PT/0111
 DATA SHEET
®

FIXED HEAD RESTRAINT

FHR100140

Reference Fixing Hole (mm) height (mm)

FHR100140 9 70

1.4301 Austenitic Stainless Steel to BS EN 10088-2 : 2005.

Supplied in boxes of 40

Performance
Tested by CERAM with maximum declared load calculation based on the required performance of a shear tie as given in
BS EN 845-1: Specification for ancillary components for masonry - Part 1: Ties, tension straps, hangers and brackets.

Declared load
Test
kN
Shear 5.05

Features
Provides shear restraint to the wall head of non load bearing walls whilst allowing differential movement between the
structure above and the masonry below.

Pre-punched top section to suit both 100mm and 140mm thick blockwork.

Slotted bottom section to allow for tolerance on masonry thickness.

Installation
Provide a maximum gap of 25mm between the top of the masonry and the underside of the structure.

Normally fix at 450mm to 900mm centres as recommended by the structural engineer.

Set out to locate the inside of the downstand leg of the top section to the face of wall. Ensure the bottom section
downstand leg is pushed hard against the wall prior to tightening the fixing bolt in the appropriate hole.

FHR100140 is fixed to structural soffits above using a M8 anchor.

 DATA SHEET
®

FIXED HEAD RESTRAINT

FHR100140
Contact information
Technical: Sales:
Telephone 01429 866655 Telephone 01429 866611
Email [email protected] E-mail [email protected]
Fax 01429 866622 Fax 01429 866622

Expamet Health and Safety

1. IDENTIFICATION
Expamet Building Products Limited 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Greatham Street Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Hartlepool TS25 1PU
United Kingdom 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Telephone 01429 866688 All products are stable under normal conditions but
Fax 01429 866633 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.

2. COMPOSITION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-2: 2005 High temperatures can produce fumes.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Possible cuts from steel edges. No known hazard.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. Licensing Regulations.
Ingestion: not applicable.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-flammable material. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Construction products are articles therefore not subject
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES to CHIP3.
Not applicable.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Use suitable PPE when handling all products. Assess manual Building Product‘s published instructions.
handling risks before lifting. All products should be stacked on This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
firm level ground in dry conditions. guide.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in

Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
when handling products. comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]

FHRDS/0211
WINDPOST SYSTEMS

DATASHEET
LOAD TABLES
DESIGN SHEET
SAMPLE DRAWINGS
SPECIFICATION
 DATA SHEET
BAT ENGINEERING WINDPOSTS
Designed to offer lateral restraint to masonry panels

Material
1.4301 Austenitic Stainless Steel to BS EN 10088-1 : 2005.

Standards and Conformity

Complies with:
Cavity wall ties comply with BS EN 845-1 Specification For Ancillary Components in Masonry - Part 1.1 :Ties, tension
straps, hangers and brackets

Profiles
Windpost profiles are selected on load bearing capacity and installation requirements.
U section profiles are built within the cavity.
H Section windposts serve the same purpose as the U section post whilst allowing for heavy duty applications.
L section windposts are built into the inner leaf of masonry with the short leg projecting into the cavity.
Spine section windposts are generally used for internal fair faced walls, usually 20mm less than the wall width.

Features
BAT Windposts are manufactured on a plasma cutter which produces smooth edges. The base plate and the top of
the windpost have rounded corners which further ensures safe handling on site. The slotted head cleat allows
±35mm adjustment which allows for dimensional variations in the structure, differential movement and also acts as a
deflection head. Base and top cleat connections are designed specific to each project. A selection of section sizes
are offered to resist the applied wind loading. All BAT Windposts will be delivered to site with the identification
number etched on. The number can be used in conjunction with any layout drawings that have been supplied to aid
location and installation. The fixings and the wall ties for the Windpost are bagged and attached to it in the factory
which will minimise time on site. The palletised delivery will be clearly labelled making location and on-site
distribution quick and easy.

Installation
The Windpost is to be fixed to the structure using the supplied fixings. It is essential to the performance of the
windpost that all fixings are tightened to the correct torque. When fixing to concrete careful consideration should be
applied to ensure the correct depth hole is drilled, a separate data sheet is included in the fixings bag. Only fixings
supplied with the Windpost are to be used. The windpost is to be installed vertically and should be checked before
building it in to make sure it is plumb in both planes. The wall ties are to be fitted to the windpost utilising the slotted
holes. The length of the cavity wall ties will be designed to achieve an embedment depth of 62.5mm, with a minimum
depth of 50mm. The shear tie is designed to be positioned towards the centre of the block work inner leaf.
Where the Windpost is to be connected to a steel structure it will be supplied with Xylan coated bolts and washers
along with a neoprene isolation patch. BAT Windposts can also be fixed to timber wall plates, in such cases the
Windpost will be supplied with coach screws.

Accessories
BAT Windposts can be used in conjunction with the Expamet Building Products SSCD insulation
retaining clip. The section of the tie is uniform enabling the insulation clip to be positioned at any
given point so that different thicknesses of insulation can be used.
 LOAD TABLE

L SECTION WINDPOSTS
Designed to offer lateral restraint to masonry panels

Properties & Performance

The table below shows the maximum un-factored uniformly distributed loads per post. The section sizes shown are
typical examples, other sizes are available upon request

Maximum Un-factored Uniformly Distributed Load Per Post (kN)

Ref Size (mm) Ixx Zxx 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
AxBxT cm4 cm3 metres metres metres metres metres metres metres me-
tres
L01 125x70x4 126.02 15.25 8.82 6.12 4.5 3.44 2.72 2.20 1.82 1.53
L02 130x70x5 172.09 20.28 11.75 8.36 6.14 4.70 3.72 3.01 2.49 2.09
L03 130x70x6 202.81 24.07 13.94 9.86 7.24 5.54 4.38 3.55 2.93 2.46
L04 140x70x5 210.49 23.29 13.49 10.23 7.33 5.61 4.43 3.59 2.97 2.49
L05 140x70x6 248.26 27.65 15.39 11.76 8.64 6.62 5.23 4.23 3.50 2.94
L06 150x70x5 253.86 26.49 14.74 12.03 8.84 6.76 5.34 4.33 3.58 3.0
L07 150x70x6 299.62 31.46 17.51 14.20 10.43 7.98 6.31 5.11 4.22 3.55
L08 155x70x4 225.58 22.74 12.66 10.55 7.85 6.01 4.75 3.84 3.18 2.67
L09 160x70x5 302.45 29.86 16.62 13.85 10.53 8.06 6.37 5.16 4.26 3.58
L10 170x70x4 289.58 26.99 15.02 12.52 10.08 7.72 6.10 4.94 4.08 3.43
L11 180x70x4 337.98 30.00 16.7 13.92 11.77 9.01 7.12 5.76 4.76 4.0
L12 180x70x5 416.33 37.16 20.69 17.24 14.5 11.10 8.77 7.10 5.87 4.93
L13 200x70x5 554.16 45.17 25.15 20.95 17.96 14.77 11.67 9.45 7.81 6.56
 LOAD TABLE

U SECTION WINDPOSTS
Designed to offer lateral restraint to masonry panels

Properties & Performance

The table below shows the maximum un-factored uniformly distributed loads per post. The section sizes shown are
typical examples, other sizes are available upon request

Maximum Un-factored Uniformly Distributed Load Per Post (kN)

Ref Size (mm) Ixx Zxx 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
AxBxT cm4 cm3 metres metres metres metres metres metres metres metres

U01 65x60x4 47.90 14.74 3.26 2.27 1.66 1.27 1.00 — — —

U02 65x60x5 56.34 17.34 3.84 2.67 1.96 1.50 1.18 — — —
U03 75x60x4 66.64 17.77 4.54 3.15 2.32 1.77 1.4 1.13 — —
U04 75x60x5 78.85 21.03 5.38 3.73 2.74 2.10 1.66 1.34 1.11
U05 85x60x4 88.97 20.94 6.07 4.21 3.09 2.37 1.87 1.51 1.25 1.05

U06 85x60x5 105.78 24.89 7.22 5.01 3.68 2.82 2.22 1.80 1.49 1.25
U07 95x60x5 137.36 28.92 9.37 6.51 4.78 3.66 2.89 2.34 1.93 1.62
U08 105x60x5 173.86 33.12 11.86 8.24 6.05 4.63 3.66 2.96 2.45 2.06
U09 115x60x5 215.51 37.48 14.71 10.21 7.50 5.74 4.54 3.67 3.03 2.55
U10 115x60x6 250.67 43.59 17.11 11.88 8.73 6.68 5.28 4.27 3.53 2.97
 LOAD TABLE

H SECTION WINDPOSTS
Designed to offer lateral restraint to masonry panels

Properties & Performance

The table below shows the maximum un-factored uniformly distributed loads per post. The section sizes shown are
typical examples, other sizes are available upon request

Maximum Un-factored Uniformly Distributed Load Per Post (kN)

Ref Size (mm) Ixx Zxx 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
AxBxT cm4 cm3 metres metres metres metres metres metres metres metres

H01 65x60x4 95.8 29.48 6.52 4.54 3.32 2.54 2.00 — — —

H02 65x60x5 112.68 34.68 7.68 5.34 3.92 3.00 2.36 — — —
H03 75x60x4 133.28 35.54 9.08 6.3 4.64 3.54 2.8 2.26 — —
H04 75x60x5 157.7 42.06 10.76 7.46 5.48 4.20 3.32 2.68 2.22
H05 85x60x4 177.94 41.88 12.14 8.42 6.18 4.74 3.74 3.02 2.50 2.10

H06 85x60x5 211.56 49.78 14.44 10.02 7.36 5.64 4.44 3.60 2.98 2.50
H07 95x60x5 274.72 57.84 18.74 13.02 9.56 7.32 5.78 4.68 3.86 3.24
H08 105x60x5 347.72 66.24 23.72 16.48 12.1 9.26 7.32 5.92 4.9 4.12
H09 115x60x5 431.02 74.96 29.42 20.42 15.0 11.48 9.08 7.34 6.06 5.1
H10 115x60x6 501.34 87.18 34.22 23.76 17.46 13.36 10.56 8.54 7.06 5.94
 LOAD TABLE

I SECTION WINDPOSTS
Designed to offer lateral restraint to masonry panels

Properties & Performance

The table below shows the maximum un-factored uniformly distributed loads per post. The section sizes shown are
typical examples, other sizes are available upon request

Maximum Un-factored Uniformly Distributed Load Per Post (kN)

Ref Size (mm) Ixx Zxx 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
AxBxT cm4 cm3 metres metres metres metres metres metres metres metres

I01 90x8 48.6 10.8 3.3 2.3 1.7 — — — — —

I02 100x8 66.6 13.3 4.6 3.2 2.3 1.8 1.4 — — —
I03 110x8 88.7 16.1 6.1 4.2 3.1 2.4 1.9 1.5 — —
I04 120x8 115.2 19.2 7.9 5.5 4.0 3.1 2.4 2.0 1.6 1.4
 DATA SHEET

BAT ENGINEERING WINDPOSTS

Contact information
Technical : Sales :
Telephone 01429 866655 Telephone 01429 866611
Email [email protected] E-mail [email protected]
Fax 01429 866622 Fax 01429 866622
Expamet Health and Safety

1. IDENTIFICATION
Expamet Building Products Limited 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Greatham Street Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Hartlepool TS25 1PU
United Kingdom 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688 All products are stable under normal conditions but
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.

2. COMPOSITION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005 High temperatures can produce fumes.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Possible cuts from steel edges. No known hazard.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. Licensing Regulations.
Ingestion: not applicable.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-flammable material. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Construction products are articles therefore not subject
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES to CHIP3.
Not applicable.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Use suitable PPE when handling all products. Assess manual Building Product‘s published instructions.
handling risks before lifting. All products should be stacked on This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
firm level ground in dry conditions. guide.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in

Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
when handling products. comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 Email to: [email protected] or Fax: +44(0)1429 866633

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone : 01429 866611 Fax : 01429 866622 Email : [email protected]
 DATA SHEET

Windpost Specification

Expamet simply supported windposts can be specified as follows:

L125704/3000

This code will specify a L section windpost with a section size of 125mm x 70mm x 4mm thick. The figures
after relate to the clear opening height between the structure that the windpost will fix to. Simply support
windposts will be supplied with a loose adjustable top cleat, ties and fixings.

Expamet parapet windposts can be specified as follows :

L125704/1200/P

This code will specify a L section windpost with a section size of 125mm x 70mm x 4mm thick. The figures
after relate to the clear opening height between the structure and the underside of the parapet. The “P” in
the code indicates that the post will be designed as a parapet post with a heavy duty base plate, supplied
with ties and fixings.

Expamet propped cantilever windposts can be specified as follows :

L125707/3000/PC

This code will specify a L section windpost with a section size of 125mm x 70mm x 4mm thick. The figures
after relate to the clear opening height between the structure that the windpost will fix to. The “PC” in the
code indicates that the post will be designed as a propped cantilever and will have a heavy duty base plate.
Propped cantilever windposts will be supplied with a loose adjustable top cleat, ties and fixings.

Expamet spandrel rails can be specified as follows :

L125704/3000/SR

This code will specify a L section spandrel rail with a section size of 125mm x 70mm x 4mm thick. The fig-
ures after relate to the clear opening between the structure that the rail will fix to. The “SR” in the code
indicates that the item specified is to be designed as a spandrel rail. Spandrel rails are usually supplied with
loose adjustable end cleats.

Sections

The codes above are based upon L section windposts, Expamet also offer a range of sections, H, I and U.
The prefix letter is simply replaced to indicate the required section. A list of standard section sizes are
shown on the Expamet windpost load tables.

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
MASONRY SUPPORT SYSTEMS

INTRODUCTION
SAMPLE DRAWINGS
SPECIFICATION
DATASHEET
INSTALLATION GUIDE
BOLT INSTALLATION GUIDES
 SUPPORT AND SERVICE

Expamet understands the demands of the construction industry

and is constantly striving to offer new innovative solutions.
Dealing with Expamet Construction you can expect the highest
standards. We are here to make your project go as smoothly
as possible. From inception, through specification and the
design process to delivery and installation our professional
Project Management Team ensures consistently high levels of
product support and service.

As a leading manufacturer of a comprehensive range of

building products we are able to offer very competitive pricing
for any project no matter how large or small. Our investment in
new plant and machinery has enabled us to make production
more efficient, allowing us to provide outstanding value for our
customers.

Our Project Management Team has a wealth of construction

and engineering experience and is available for both on and off
-site support.

Our team will ensure that all products are manufactured and
supplied to site on time and to budget. From start to finish the
Team will coordinate order input, manufacturing and delivery
schedules to ensure trouble free installation. Stringent quality
assurance checks are made throughout the specification and
manufacturing process.

On receipt of your architectural and engineering drawings we

identify all windpost or masonry support components. We will
then propose the products required and create an accurate
Take Off. A full quotation for all materials will be submitted to
the client for approval. Following approval full detailed drawings
will be submitted to the Contractor, Structural Engineer or
Architect. Our Project Management Team will assist in handling
all Call Offs and schedule deliveries to your site. All products
are packed in sequence using site layout and inventory to
assist swift installation during construction.
 Masonry Support Specification

Expamet masonry support systems can be specified as follows:

MS100/3.5/T

This code will specify a system to suit a 100mm cavity, to carry 3.5 metres of masonry (7kN) fixed to a
concrete slab using 38/17 cast in channel.

Below is a list of abbreviations that can be used to specify possible designs :

I = Inverted system
IA = Inverted angle
IIA = Inverted system and inverted angle.
TC = Top cleat fixed system
D = Angle drop below the soffit of the bracket
P = Bracket projecting below the soffit of the structure.
C36 = Support angle to have welded 36/8 channel to the underside. Supplied c/w hanger ties.
Ren120 = Specifies that the system is supporting rendered blockwork, 120mm for example. This is the
total wall thickness including the applied render.

T = T-head bolt fixing

S = Setscrew fixing
R = resin bolt fixing
BB = Blindbolt fixing
E = Expansion bolt fixing.

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 DATA SHEET

BAT ENGINEERING
Masonry Support Installation Guide
MASONRY SUPPORT
SYSTEMS

Ensure that the adjustment plate is located at

the top of the side slots within the bracket.

Installation

Expamet Construction masonry support systems can be designed to suit concrete or steel frame structures. To allow for
on site tolerance the system offers adjustment vertically, horizontally and laterally. It is vital that a compressible
horizontal movement joint is allowed directly under the support angle location to allow for vertical expansion of the
masonry wall. Pistol bricks are generally used at the masonry support system location when using facing bricks.

Vertical Adjustment
Vertical adjustment is offered by means of the Expamet Construction adjustment plate. This plate is inserted through the
side slots in the support bracket. The plate can be adjusted sideways to move the bracket higher or lower by 20mm, the
plate can be inverted to achieve this. It is important that the adjustment plate is located at the top of the side slots
within the bracket.

Cavity Adjustment
Any increase in the cavity size can be allowed for by using stainless steel packing shims, these are positioned between
the structure and the support bracket. The maximum amount of shimming is limited to the diameter of the bolt or 16mm,
whichever is less. The shims must be the correct height and must be at least flush with the bottom of the bracket, no
more than three shims should be used on each bracket. It is important to ensure that the masonry wall is sat onto the
support angle by a minimum of two thirds of the width of the wall, or in accordance with any Expamet Construction
layout drawings supplied. Any decrease in cavity size can be accommodated by building the wall further back on the
angle, thus increasing the amount of bearing onto the support angle. In certain cases the wall may need to be cut to
avoid the support angle bend radius.

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone : 01429 866611 Fax : 01429 866622 Email : [email protected]
 DATA SHEET

BAT ENGINEERING
Masonry Support Installation Guide
MASONRY SUPPORT
SYSTEMS

Horizontal Adjustment
Masonry support systems are designed to have a 10mm gap between the adjoining angle. This allows for horizontal
adjustment of the system during installation. Horizontal adjustment is introduced when fixing to steel frame buildings by
way of horizontal slots, when fixing to concrete a continuous horizontal cast in channel is recommended. Masonry
support systems are designed to span vertical movement joints in the outer wall, however if these coincide with a
structural construction joint the support system will terminate before the joint.

Fixings
Only the fixings supplied with the masonry support system are to be used. These will be delivered to site with the system
and are securely fastened to each support piece. The installation of the fixings needs to be strictly in accordance with
the Expamet Construction bolt installation guides supplied with each project. The site layout drawings also supplied
need to be closely observed to ensure that the correct edge distances are achieved.

Avoidance of Bi-Metallic Corrosion

All Expamet Construction masonry support systems are manufactured from grade 1.4301 (BS EN 10088-2) as standard.
Grade 1.4401 stainless steel can be provided for corrosive environments.
Bi-Metallic corrosion can occur if stainless steel and mild steel come into contact where water is present, this can
accelerate the corrosion rate of the mild steel.
To Avoid Bi-Metallic corrosion when this type of masonry support system is designed to fix to mild steel structures it is
supplied with isolation membranes, Xylan coated bolts and washers. Care should be taken to ensure that each item is
installed in the correct position, as noted on the bolt installation guides supplied for the project.

Wall Ties.
Stainless steel wall ties must be provided at a recommended maximum horizontal spacing of 450mm and within 300mm
above and below the masonry support system. These are essential to the correct working of the masonry support
system and ensure that the load is transferred onto the support angle as expected.

All Expamet Construction masonry support systems are a bespoke design based on information received during the
design period. Items must not be amended or adjusted on site. If an item is not suitable for any reason please contact
the Expamet Construction technical department.
The site layout drawings supplied with each masonry support system must be followed to ensure that the correct system
is installed as designed and so as not to overload the systems.

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone : 01429 866611 Fax : 01429 866622 Email : [email protected]
 DATA SHEET

BAT ENGINEERING
Expamet Health & Safety Data Sheet to be read in MASONRY SUPPORT
conjunction with Masonry Support Installation
SYSTEMS

Expamet Health and Safety

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
1. IDENTIFICATION Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Expamet Building Products Limited widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Greatham Street
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hartlepool TS25 1PU All products are stable under normal conditions but
United Kingdom if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
High temperatures can produce fumes.
2. COMPOSITION
Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No known hazard.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Possible cuts from steel edges. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures. Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Licensing Regulations.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Ingestion: not applicable. Not classified as hazardous for transport.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Construction products are articles therefore not subject
Non-flammable material. to CHIP3.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Not applicable. All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Building Product’s published instructions.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
Although Expamet Construction manufacture BAT Masonry Sup- guide.
port Systems on a plasma cutter which produces smooth edges
which ensures safe handling on site Please note suitable per- Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in
this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
sonal protective equipment should be worn at all times during
comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
handling and installation. Use suitable PPE when handling all
products. Assess manual handling risks before lifting. All products
should be stacked on firm level ground in dry conditions.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles
when handling products.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone : 01429 866611 Fax : 01429 866622 Email : [email protected]
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BAT ENGINEERING
When fixing to Concrete Slab with
38/17 Cast In Channel MASONRY SUPPORT
SYSTEMS

Mild Steel
Structural Element

Angle
Xylan Coated Bolt
Adjustment Plate
Xylan Coated Washer
Isolation Patch Washer
Shim Nut
Bracket

Material
1.4301 Austenitic Stainless Steel to BS EN 10088-2 : 2005.

Standards and Conformity

Complies with:
BS 5628-1 Code of Practice Use of Masonry - Part 1 : Structural use of unreinforced masonry

Features
BAT Masonry Support Systems are manufactured using a plasma cutter to produce smooth edges which ensures
safe handling on site. All Masonry Support systems are designed specific to each project by Expamet Construction‘s
in house design team, each system is designed using bespoke calculation software. A site layout plan will be issued
for approval prior to manufacture. All BAT Masonry Support systems will be delivered to site with the identification
number clearly marked on each piece. The number can be used in conjunction with any layout drawings that have
been supplied to aid location and installation. The BAT Masonry support also has factory applied polyethylene foam
joint filler, helping to speed up the site installation process. The fixings for the system are bagged and attached to it in
the factory which will not only minimise time on site but will ensure that the correct fixings are used. The palletised
delivery will be clearly labelled making location and on-site distribution quick and easy.
Horizontal adjustment can be achieved by using shims. When using shims please note that a combined thickness of
12mm or the fixing diameter should not be exceeded whichever is less. No more than three shims should be used on
each bracket. Vertical adjustment is provided by the Expamet Construction adjustment plate, the plate can be
adjusted sideways to move the bracket higher or lower by 20mm.

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
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SYSTEMS

Installation

 Remove the foam filler from the channel.

 Insert the head of the T head bolt into the channel.
 Rotate the T head bolt 90 degrees to lock this into place.
 Check that the T-head bolt is engaged correctly. The slot on the shank end must be perpendicular to the
channel longitudinal axis.
 Add a washer and then the nut.
 Fix all brackets along the masonry support and ensure that the support angle is level and does not require any
further adjustment.
 Tighten fixings to the correct torque setting (M12 to 25Nm)

Only fixings supplied with the BAT Masonry Support System are to be used.
The BAT Masonry Support System is a bespoke design based on information received during the design period.
Items must not be amended or adjusted on site. If an item is not suitable for any reason please contact the Expamet
Construction technical department.

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 INSTALLATION GUIDE

BAT ENGINEERING
Expamet Health & Safety Data Sheet to be read in MASONRY SUPPORT
conjunction with Masonry Support Installation
SYSTEMS
Expamet Health and Safety
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
1. IDENTIFICATION Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Expamet Building Products Limited widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Greatham Street
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hartlepool TS25 1PU All products are stable under normal conditions but
United Kingdom if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
High temperatures can produce fumes.
2. COMPOSITION
Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No known hazard.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Possible cuts from steel edges. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures. Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Licensing Regulations.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Ingestion: not applicable. Not classified as hazardous for transport.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Construction products are articles therefore not subject
Non-flammable material. to CHIP3.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Not applicable. All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Building Product‘s published instructions.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
Although Expamet Construction manufacture BAT Masonry Sup- guide.
port Systems on a plasma cutter which produces smooth edges
which ensures safe handling on site Please note suitable per- Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in
this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
sonal protective equipment should be worn at all times during
comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
handling and installation. Use suitable PPE when handling all
products. Assess manual handling risks before lifting. All products
should be stacked on firm level ground in dry conditions.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles
when handling products.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 INSTALLATION GUIDE

BAT ENGINEERING
Where fixing to Concrete Slab with
Single Expansion Bolts / Through Bolts MASONRY SUPPORT
SYSTEMS

Material
1.4301 Austenitic Stainless Steel to BS EN 10088-2 : 2005.

Standards and Conformity

Complies with:
BS 5628-1 Code of Practice Use of Masonry - Part 1 : Structural use of unreinforced masonry

Features
BAT Masonry Support Systems are manufactured using a plasma cutter to produce smooth edges which ensures
safe handling on site. All Masonry Support systems are designed specific to each project by Expamet Construction‘s
in house design team, each system is designed using bespoke calculation software. A site layout plan will be issued
for approval prior to manufacture. All BAT Masonry Support systems will be delivered to site with the identification
number clearly marked on each piece. The number can be used in conjunction with any layout drawings that have
been supplied to aid location and installation. The BAT Masonry support also has factory applied polyethylene foam
joint filler, helping to speed up the site installation process. The fixings for the system are bagged and attached to it in
the factory which will not only minimise time on site but will ensure that the correct fixings are used. The palletised
delivery will be clearly labelled making location and on-site distribution quick and easy.
Horizontal adjustment can be achieved by using shims. When using shims please note that a combined thickness of
12mm or the fixing diameter should not be exceeded whichever is less. No more than three shims should be used on
each bracket. Vertical adjustment is provided by the Expamet Construction adjustment plate, the plate can be
adjusted sideways to move the bracket higher or lower by 20mm.

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 INSTALLATION GUIDE

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SYSTEMS

Drill the hole in the concrete using the hole in the fixture as a template. Ensure that the hole is of the correct
depth and diameter using the table below. The hole must be clean and free from dust and debris using the
method stated below.

Hole position to be strictly in accordance with Expamet Construction project drawings. Edge distance and
spacing to be as below unless noted otherwise. Make sure that the bolt is of the right diameter and length
prior to installation.

Bolt Size Hole Diameter Minimum Effective Recommended Spacing Edge Distance
In Concrete Installation Embedment Torque (Nm)
Depth

M10 10 65 59 25 150 80
M12 12 85 80 60 250 90

M16 16 105 100 110 295 140

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
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 INSTALLATION GUIDE

BAT ENGINEERING
Expamet Health & Safety Data Sheet to be read in MASONRY SUPPORT
conjunction with Masonry Support Installation
SYSTEMS
Expamet Health and Safety proper washing of hands, after contact.

1. IDENTIFICATION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Expamet Building Products Limited Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Greatham Street widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Longhill Industrial Estate (North)
Hartlepool TS25 1PU 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
United Kingdom All products are stable under normal conditions but
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
2. COMPOSITION High temperatures can produce fumes.
Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION No known hazard.
Possible cuts from steel edges.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Licensing Regulations.
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required.
Ingestion: not applicable. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. Not classified as hazardous for transport.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Non-flammable material. Construction products are articles therefore not subject
to CHIP3.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Not applicable. 16. OTHER INFORMATION
All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Building Product‘s published instructions.
Although Expamet Construction manufacture BAT Masonry This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
Support Systems on a plasma cutter which produces smooth guide.
edges which ensures safe handling on site Please note suitable
Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in
personal protective equipment should be worn at all times dur-
this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
ing handling and installation. Use suitable PPE when handling comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
all products. Assess manual handling risks before lifting. All
products should be stacked on firm level ground in dry condi-
tions.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles
when handling products.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification
 INSTALLATION GUIDE

BAT ENGINEERING
Where fixing to Concrete Slab with
Resin Anchor and R-KF2/KSF Rawl cartridge MASONRY SUPPORT
SYSTEMS

Material
1.4301 Austenitic Stainless Steel to BS EN 10088-2 : 2005.

Standards and Conformity

Complies with:
BS 5628-1 Code of Practice Use of Masonry - Part 1 : Structural use of unreinforced masonry

Features
BAT Masonry Support Systems are manufactured using a plasma cutter to produce smooth edges which ensures
safe handling on site. All Masonry Support systems are designed specific to each project by Expamet Construction‘s
in house design team, each system is designed using bespoke calculation software. A site layout plan will be issued
for approval prior to manufacture. All BAT Masonry Support systems will be delivered to site with the identification
number clearly marked on each piece. The number can be used in conjunction with any layout drawings that have
been supplied to aid location and installation. The BAT Masonry support also has factory applied polyethylene foam
joint filler, helping to speed up the site installation process. The fixings for the system are bagged and attached to it in
the factory which will not only minimise time on site but will ensure that the correct fixings are used. The palletised
delivery will be clearly labelled making location and on-site distribution quick and easy.
Horizontal adjustment can be achieved by using shims. When using shims please note that a combined thickness of
12mm or the fixing diameter should not be exceeded whichever is less. No more than three shims should be used on
each bracket. Vertical adjustment is provided by the Expamet Construction adjustment plate, the plate can be
adjusted sideways to move the bracket higher or lower by 20mm.

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 INSTALLATION GUIDE

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MASONRY SUPPORT
SYSTEMS

Drill the hole in the concrete using the hole in the fixture as a template. Ensure that the hole is of the correct
depth and diameter using the table below. The hole must be clean and free from dust and debris using the
method stated below.

Hole position to be strictly in accordance with Expamet Construction project drawings. Edge distance and
spacing to be as below unless noted otherwise. Make sure that the bolt is of the right diameter and length
prior to installation.

Stud Hole Diameter Standard Embedment Recommended Spacing Edge Distance

Thread Size In Concrete Depth Torque (Nm)
M10 12 90 9 90 90
M12 14 110 17 110 110
M16 18 125 36 130 130

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 INSTALLATION GUIDE

BAT ENGINEERING
Expamet Health & Safety Data Sheet to be read in MASONRY SUPPORT
conjunction with Masonry Support Installation
SYSTEMS
Expamet Health and Safety proper washing of hands, after contact.

1. IDENTIFICATION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Expamet Building Products Limited Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Greatham Street widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Longhill Industrial Estate (North)
Hartlepool TS25 1PU 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
United Kingdom All products are stable under normal conditions but
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
2. COMPOSITION High temperatures can produce fumes.
Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION No known hazard.
Possible cuts from steel edges.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Licensing Regulations.
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required.
Ingestion: not applicable. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. Not classified as hazardous for transport.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Non-flammable material. Construction products are articles therefore not subject
to CHIP3.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Not applicable. 16. OTHER INFORMATION
All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Building Product‘s published instructions.
Although Expamet Construction manufacture BAT Masonry This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
Support Systems on a plasma cutter which produces smooth guide.
edges which ensures safe handling on site Please note suitable
Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in
personal protective equipment should be worn at all times dur-
this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
ing handling and installation. Use suitable PPE when handling comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
all products. Assess manual handling risks before lifting. All
products should be stacked on firm level ground in dry condi-
tions.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles
when handling products.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification
 INSTALLATION GUIDE

BAT ENGINEERING
When fixing to Steel Box Section
MASONRY SUPPORT
SYSTEMS

Material
1.4301 Austenitic Stainless Steel to BS EN 10088-2 : 2005.

Standards and Conformity

Complies with:
BS 5628-1 Code of Practice Use of Masonry - Part 1 : Structural use of unreinforced masonry

Features
BAT Masonry Support Systems are manufactured using a plasma cutter to produce smooth edges which ensures safe
handling on site. All Masonry Support systems are designed specific to each project by Expamet Construction‘s in house
design team, each system is designed using bespoke calculation software. A site layout plan will be issued for approval
prior to manufacture. All BAT Masonry Support systems will be delivered to site with the identification number clearly
marked on each piece. The number can be used in conjunction with any layout drawings that have been supplied to aid
location and installation. The BAT Masonry support also has factory applied polyethylene foam joint filler, helping to
speed up the site installation process. The fixings for the system are bagged and attached to it in the factory which will
not only minimise time on site but will ensure that the correct fixings are used. The palletised delivery will be clearly
labelled making location and on-site distribution quick and easy.
Horizontal adjustment can be achieved by using shims. When using shims please note that a combined thickness of
12mm or the fixing diameter should not be exceeded whichever is less. No more than three shims should be used on
each bracket. Vertical adjustment is provided by the Expamet Construction adjustment plate, the plate can be adjusted
sideways to move the bracket higher or lower by 20mm.

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
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SYSTEMS
Ensure that the hole in the steelwork is of the correct diameter. The steelwork can be site drilled using the
fixture as a guide.

Hole size in steelwork. M12. 13mm Diameter

Recommended Torque. M12. Spanner tight, with no extension.

Installation

ISO PATCH Drill a 13mm hole in the steel-

work.

2 Insert Blind Bolt into fixing hole noting the position of the indicator
mark on the head of the bolt (see diagram above).

Rear View

3 Rotate the Blind Bolt through 180° to release locking anchor (see
diagram 3). Use a screwdriver to brace the bolt to prevent the
body from rotating. Tighten the supplied nut using a spanner
(spanner tight)

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 INSTALLATION GUIDE

BAT ENGINEERING
Expamet Health & Safety Data Sheet to be read in
conjunction with Masonry Support Installation
MASONRY SUPPORT
SYSTEMS
Expamet Health and Safety proper washing of hands, after contact.

1. IDENTIFICATION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Expamet Building Products Limited Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Greatham Street widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Longhill Industrial Estate (North)
Hartlepool TS25 1PU 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
United Kingdom All products are stable under normal conditions but
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
2. COMPOSITION High temperatures can produce fumes.
Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION No known hazard.
Possible cuts from steel edges.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Licensing Regulations.
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required.
Ingestion: not applicable. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. Not classified as hazardous for transport.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Non-flammable material. Construction products are articles therefore not subject
to CHIP3.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Not applicable. 16. OTHER INFORMATION
All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Building Product‘s published instructions.
Although Expamet Construction manufacture BAT Masonry This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
Support Systems on a plasma cutter which produces smooth guide.
edges which ensures safe handling on site Please note suitable
Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in
personal protective equipment should be worn at all times dur-
this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
ing handling and installation. Use suitable PPE when handling comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
all products. Assess manual handling risks before lifting. All
products should be stacked on firm level ground in dry condi-
tions.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles
when handling products.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 INSTALLATION GUIDE

BAT ENGINEERING
Where fixing to Mild Steel Structural Elements
MASONRY SUPPORT
SYSTEMS

Mild Steel
Structural Element

Angle
Xylan Coated Bolt
Adjustment Plate
Xylan Coated Washer
Isolation Patch Washer
Shim Nut
Bracket

Material
1.4301 Austenitic Stainless Steel to BS EN 10088-2 : 2005.

Standards and Conformity

Complies with:
BS 5628-1 Code of Practice Use of Masonry - Part 1 : Structural use of unreinforced masonry

Features
BAT Masonry Support Systems are manufactured using a plasma cutter to produce smooth edges which ensures safe
handling on site. All Masonry Support systems are designed specific to each project by Expamet Construction‘s in house
design team, each system is designed using bespoke calculation software. A site layout plan will be issued for approval
prior to manufacture. All BAT Masonry Support systems will be delivered to site with the identification number clearly
marked on each piece. The number can be used in conjunction with any layout drawings that have been supplied to aid
location and installation. The BAT Masonry support also has factory applied polyethylene foam joint filler, helping to
speed up the site installation process. The fixings for the system are bagged and attached to it in the factory which will
not only minimise time on site but will ensure that the correct fixings are used. The palletised delivery will be clearly
labelled making location and on-site distribution quick and easy.
Horizontal adjustment can be achieved by using shims. When using shims please note that a combined thickness of
12mm or the fixing diameter should not be exceeded whichever is less. No more than three shims should be used on
each bracket. Vertical adjustment is provided by the Expamet Construction adjustment plate, the plate can be adjusted
sideways to move the bracket higher or lower by 20mm.

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
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SYSTEMS
Ensure that the hole or slot in the steelwork is of the correct diameter. Slotted connections must be perpendicular
to the load plane. The steelwork can be site drilled using the fixture as a guide. Fixture below refers to the stainless
steel component to be fixed. Ensure that isolation patches supplied are used in the correct location to prevent
bi-metallic corrosion. Xylan coated set screws and washer should always be used fixing to mild steel.

Hole/slot size in steelwork. M12 14mm Diameter

Recommended Torque. M12 57Nm

Drill a 14mm hole in the steel-

work if no hole is present

Thread Xylan coated washer onto Xylan

coated set screw. Insert set screw through
hole or slot in steelwork. Locate isolation
patch between fixture and steelwork. Posi-
tion fixture and install nut and washer (and
adjustment plate for masonry support)

Tighten to the recommended torque

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 INSTALLATION GUIDE

BAT ENGINEERING
Expamet Health & Safety Data Sheet to be read in
conjunction with Masonry Support Installation
MASONRY SUPPORT
SYSTEMS
Expamet Health and Safety
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
1. IDENTIFICATION Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Expamet Building Products Limited widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Greatham Street
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hartlepool TS25 1PU All products are stable under normal conditions but
United Kingdom if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
High temperatures can produce fumes.
2. COMPOSITION
Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No known hazard.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Possible cuts from steel edges. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures. Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Licensing Regulations.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Ingestion: not applicable. Not classified as hazardous for transport.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Construction products are articles therefore not subject
Non-flammable material. to CHIP3.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Not applicable. All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Building Product‘s published instructions.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
Although Expamet Construction manufacture BAT Masonry Sup- guide.
port Systems on a plasma cutter which produces smooth edges
which ensures safe handling on site Please note suitable per- Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in
this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
sonal protective equipment should be worn at all times during
comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
handling and installation. Use suitable PPE when handling all
products. Assess manual handling risks before lifting. All products
should be stacked on firm level ground in dry conditions.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles
when handling products.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification
 BOLT
INSTALLATION GUIDES
D12 DATA SHEET

Blindbolt Installation Instructions

Ensure that the hole in the steelwork is of the correct diameter. The steelwork can be site drilled using the
fixture as a guide.

Hole size in steelwork. M12. 13mm Diameter

Recommended Torque. M12. Spanner tight, with no extension.

Installation

ISO PATCH Drill a 13mm hole in the steel-

work.

2 Insert Blind Bolt into fixing hole noting the position of the indicator
mark on the head of the bolt (see diagram above).

Rear View

3 Rotate the Blind Bolt through 180° to release locking anchor (see
diagram 3). Use a screwdriver to brace the bolt to prevent the
body from rotating. Tighten the supplied nut using a spanner
(spanner tight)

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 DATA SHEET

Blindbolt Installation Instructions

Contact information
Technical: Sales:
Telephone 01429 866655 Telephone 01429 866611
Email [email protected] E-mail [email protected]
Fax 01429 866622 Fax 01429 866622

Expamet Health and Safety

1. IDENTIFICATION
Expamet Building Products Limited 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Greatham Street Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Hartlepool TS25 1PU
United Kingdom 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688 All products are stable under normal conditions but
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.

2. COMPOSITION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005 High temperatures can produce fumes.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Possible cuts from steel edges. No known hazard.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. Licensing Regulations.
Ingestion: not applicable.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-flammable material. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Construction products are articles therefore not subject
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES to CHIP3.
Not applicable.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Use suitable PPE when handling all products. Assess manual Building Product‘s published instructions.
handling risks before lifting. All products should be stacked on This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
firm level ground in dry conditions. guide.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in

Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
when handling products. comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
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D1
Expansion Bolt Installation Instructions
E4

Drill the hole in the concrete using the hole in the fixture as a template. Ensure that the hole is of the correct
depth and diameter using the table below. The hole must be clean and free from dust and debris using the
method stated below.

Hole position to be strictly in accordance with Expamet Construction project drawings. Edge distance and
spacing to be as below unless noted otherwise. Make sure that the bolt is of the right diameter and length
prior to installation.

Bolt Size Hole Diameter Minimum Minimum Torque (Nm) Spacing Edge Distance
In Concrete Hole Installation
Depth Depth

M10 10 65 59 25 150 80
M12 12 85 80 60 250 90

M16 16 105 100 110 295 140

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 DATA SHEET

Expansion Bolt Installation Instructions

Contact information
Technical: Sales:
Telephone 01429 866655 Telephone 01429 866611
Email [email protected] E-mail [email protected]
Fax 01429 866622 Fax 01429 866622

Expamet Health and Safety

1. IDENTIFICATION
Expamet Building Products Limited 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Greatham Street Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Hartlepool TS25 1PU
United Kingdom 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688 All products are stable under normal conditions but
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.

2. COMPOSITION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005 High temperatures can produce fumes.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Possible cuts from steel edges. No known hazard.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. Licensing Regulations.
Ingestion: not applicable.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-flammable material. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Construction products are articles therefore not subject
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES to CHIP3.
Not applicable.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Use suitable PPE when handling all products. Assess manual Building Product‘s published instructions.
handling risks before lifting. All products should be stacked on This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
firm level ground in dry conditions. guide.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in

Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
when handling products. comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
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DATA SHEET

D6 Injection Resin Bolt Installation

Instructions

Drill the hole in the concrete using the hole in the fixture as a template. Ensure that the hole is of the correct
depth and diameter using the table below. The hole must be clean and free from dust and debris using the
method stated below.

Hole position to be strictly in accordance with Expamet Construction project drawings. Edge distance and
spacing to be as below unless noted otherwise. Make sure that the bolt is of the right diameter and length
prior to installation.

Stud Hole Diameter Standard Embedment Recommended Spacing Edge Distance

Thread Size In Concrete Depth Torque (Nm)
M10 12 90 9 90 90
M12 14 110 17 110 110

M16 18 125 36 130 130

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 DATA SHEET

Injection Resin Bolt Installation

Instructions

Contact information
Technical: Sales:
Telephone 01429 866655 Telephone 01429 866611
Email [email protected] E-mail [email protected]
Fax 01429 866622 Fax 01429 866622

Expamet Health and Safety

1. IDENTIFICATION
Expamet Building Products Limited 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Greatham Street Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Hartlepool TS25 1PU
United Kingdom 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688 All products are stable under normal conditions but
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.

2. COMPOSITION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005 High temperatures can produce fumes.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Possible cuts from steel edges. No known hazard.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. Licensing Regulations.
Ingestion: not applicable.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-flammable material. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Construction products are articles therefore not subject
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES to CHIP3.
Not applicable.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Use suitable PPE when handling all products. Assess manual Building Product‘s published instructions.
handling risks before lifting. All products should be stacked on This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
firm level ground in dry conditions. guide.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in

Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
when handling products. comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
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A3
Self Drill Self Tap Screw
Installation Instructions

Drill the screw into the steel work using an appropriate drive using the tie as a template. Ensure the
isolation patch is positioned between the tie and the steelwork and that the screw is perpendicular to
the steel work. It is important to check that the drill speed is set to 1500-2500 RPM.

Tie position to be strictly in accordance with Expamet Construction project drawings. Make sure that
the screw is of the right diameter and length prior to installation. To avoid damage to the screw do not
over tighten.

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 DATA SHEET

Self Drill Self Tap Screw

Installation Instructions

Contact information
Technical: Sales:
Telephone 01429 866655 Telephone 01429 866611
Email [email protected] E-mail [email protected]
Fax 01429 866622 Fax 01429 866622

Expamet Health and Safety

1. IDENTIFICATION
Expamet Building Products Limited 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Greatham Street Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Hartlepool TS25 1PU
United Kingdom 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688 All products are stable under normal conditions but
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.

2. COMPOSITION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005 High temperatures can produce fumes.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Possible cuts from steel edges. No known hazard.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. Licensing Regulations.
Ingestion: not applicable.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-flammable material. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Construction products are articles therefore not subject
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES to CHIP3.
Not applicable.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Use suitable PPE when handling all products. Assess manual Building Product‘s published instructions.
handling risks before lifting. All products should be stacked on This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
firm level ground in dry conditions. guide.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in

Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
when handling products. comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
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D4 Set Screw Installation Instructions

Ensure that the hole or slot in the steelwork is of the correct diameter. Slotted connections must be perpendicular
to the load plane. The steelwork can be site drilled using the fixture as a guide. Fixture below refers to the stainless
steel component to be fixed. Ensure that isolation patches supplied are used in the correct location to prevent
bi-metallic corrosion. Xylan coated set screws and washer should always be used fixing to mild steel.

Hole/slot size in steelwork. M12 14mm Diameter

Recommended Torque. M12 57Nm

Drill a 14mm hole in the steel-

work if no hole is present

Thread Xylan coated washer onto Xylan

coated set screw. Insert set screw through
hole or slot in steelwork. Locate isolation
patch between fixture and steelwork. Posi-
tion fixture and install nut and washer (and
adjustment plate for masonry support)

Tighten to the recommended torque

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
 DATA SHEET

Set Screw Installation Instructions

Contact information
Technical: Sales:
Telephone 01429 866611
Telephone 01429 866655 E-mail [email protected]
Email [email protected] Fax 01429 866622

Expamet Health and Safety

1. IDENTIFICATION
Expamet Building Products Limited 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Greatham Street Construction products are supplied in various lengths,
Longhill Industrial Estate (North) widths and gauges. Metallic grey appearance.
Hartlepool TS25 1PU
United Kingdom 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Tel: +44 (0)1429 866688 All products are stable under normal conditions but
Fax: +44 (0)1429 866633 if subjected to high temperatures, fumes are produced.

2. COMPOSITION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Stainless steel 1.4301 to BS EN 10088-1: 2005 High temperatures can produce fumes.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Possible cuts from steel edges. No known hazard.
Toxic and irritant fumes from high temperatures.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
4. FIRST AID MEASURES Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Waste Management
Skin and eye contact: treat cuts from steel edges as required. Licensing Regulations.
Ingestion: not applicable.
Inhalation: remove from source of fumes and dust. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-flammable material. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Construction products are articles therefore not subject
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES to CHIP3.
Not applicable.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE All products must be installed in accordance with Expamet
Use suitable PPE when handling all products. Assess manual Building Product‘s published instructions.
handling risks before lifting. All products should be stacked on This Health and Safety Data Sheet is not a product specification
firm level ground in dry conditions. guide.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS Any arrangement of Expamet Construction products shown in

Wear personal protection such as gloves and safety goggles this datasheet is indicative only. Actual fixing installations must
when handling products. comply with current Health and Safety requirements.
Some products may have a film of soluble cutting fluid after
manufacture; therefore carry out personal hygiene, including
proper washing of hands, after contact.

Expamet operates a continuous development programme and we reserve the right to amend specification with prior notification

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
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Manufacturing Tolerances

The tolerances shown below are to BS EN 1090-2-2008, Class 1.

The maximum amount of allowable bow is expressed as L/500 or 5mm minimum.

Bow Limitations Masonry Support

As stated above the minimum amount of bow is 5mm, due to the length of masonry support angles
generally being less than 1500mm the allowable bow per angle will be 5mm.

Bow Limitations Windposts

Again due to the above the amount of allowable bow for windposts under 2500mm is 5mm per post.
For windposts longer than 2500mm please see below.

3000mm long = 6mm

3500mm long = 7mm
4000mm long = 8mm
4500mm long = 9mm
5000mm long = 10mm
5500mm long = 11mm
6000mm long = 12mm

General Tolerances
Length= ±5mm
Slot/hole centre = ±2mm
Length of angle/channel leg = ±5mm
Angular = ±3°
Twist = L/700 (minimum 4mm to maximum 20mm)
Bracket spacing’s ±5mm

Expamet Building Products Limited, Greatham Street, Longhill Industrial Estate (North) Hartlepool TS25 1PU
Telephone 01429 866611 Fax 01429 866622 Email [email protected]
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