Design and installation of construction fixings
Besides the assessment of the performance of construction fixings based on EADs and documented by ETAs, the design of the connection is the second pillar to guarantee reliable fixings.
Both, the intended use and performance of the selected fixing element and the design method shall take into account the base material and the load situation e. g.:
- static or dynamic load,
- cracked or uncracked concrete,
- single or redundant fixing or
- the expected service life of the fixing (50 up to 100 years).
General design rules are given in the Eurocode (EN 1992-4). Those rules are complemented by specific design rules for fixing products covered by EADs, which are defined in EOTA Technical Reports.
To enable reliable fixings, the installation of construction fixings shall strictly follow the design specification and the installation instructions of the manufacturer. Anchor installations shall be done by trained persons only.
Design and installation of construction fixingsDIBt Information on the installation of anchor fastening
Design and installation of construction fixingsPrecise drill bits for reliable anchor installation - certified by PGM®
Design and installation of construction fixingsEOTA Technical Reports for the design of fixings in concrete and masonry
Design and installation of construction fixingsCFE liaison to CEN/TC 250 "Structural Eurocodes"
Design and installation of construction fixingsAST bulletin “Concrete Fastener Qualification and Design in Europe” 05/2023