CONSTRUCTION FIXINGS


EJOT launches new generation of façade anchors


With the new façade anchor generation EJOT SDF-10V (for solid brick) and EJOT SDF-10H (for hollow brick) EJOT Building Fasteners says it has been able to once again break new ground in embedment technology.


5,000 façade anchors a total saving of 50 metres of drilling path can be saved. The EJOT SDF-10V can also be set at a depth of 50mm in concrete and masonry, which causes a significant increase of the side load. EJOT Building Fasteners has developed the SDF-10H so that it features a special expansion part for


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hollow and perforated brick. Previously only the injection technology on the basis of resin-based mortar guaranteed reliable hold, however, EJOT says that the SDF-10H can be used in most masonry materials. EJOT highlights that the most important features of the EJOT façade anchors at a glance are: • European Technical Approval which enables international usage. • Proven colour assortment of the anchor sleeves which prevents mix-ups. • Hammer-in stop of the screw into the anchor sleeve which prevents premature expansion. • Double safety lock against torsion which prevents a rotation of the anchor sleeve during the installation. • Internal Torx®


for hexagon screws facilitates installation even with tight components.


• Special screws guarantee high load bearing capacity and reliable installation. • Largely weather independent working, due to possible anchor installation up to -10°C.


Wolf Group expands to new countries


In 2010 Wolf Group exported construction foams and sealants to more than forty countries, reporting sales of 53 million euros in the first nine months – more than 30% growth over the same period in 2009.


he good performance in the first three quarters was influenced by favourable economic conditions on the export markets and continued focus on the group’s growth through expansion to new countries.


Wolf Group has just signed an agreement with a leading


South-American retailer, and will soon start to export construction chemicals to Chile, Peru, Argentina and Columbia. According to Wolf Group’s CEO Mr Alar Salum, the successful expansion to the new continent was based on an audit of the quality management system, requested by the potential distributor. The auditing results completely satisfied the client’s criteria. “An international auditing firm carried out an in-depth audit, focusing on the entire manufacturing process from material sourcing to delivery of finished products,” said Salum about the first audit in Wolf Group’s history requested by an international client. “Chile has a very active construction market. Peru, Argentina


and Columbia are also on the rise,” said Salum to describe the newly-added markets in Wolf Group’s portfolio. He added that the practice of using sealants and foams is gradually spreading and developing in these countries. Wolf Group is also participating in the residential construction programme following the Chile earthquake – the first sample home using Tempsi wall systems has already been sent to Chile. In autumn 2009, Krimelte gathered all the sales and


production companies in the group under one umbrella brand, the Wolf Group. Wolf Group unites all the domestic and international sales and production divisions of Krimelte, as well as the Penosil and Tempsi trademarks. In addition to a factory in Estonia, Krimelte has two more


factories in Russia and Denmark. Wolf Group’s export network includes many countries, including Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Japan and Brazil. This year, Wolf Group has already added New- Zealand, Israel, Cyprus, Portugal and Chile to its export portfolio.


Rapierstar helps improve productivity


North Lincolnshire based Howarth Timber Windows and Doors, one of the largest manufacturers of timber windows and doors in the UK has increased production by over 30% in 2010.


the screw to be inserted into most types of timber and board products without the need for pre-drilling. After extensive factory trials, purchasing manager Marion Wright commented: “StarTurn woodscrews are very cost effective and speed


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hen looking for a way to increase its productivity and reduce assembly time, Howarth turned to the Rapierstar StarTurn Universal woodscrew. The patented design of the StarTurn woodscrew allows


up our assembly process as they remove the need for pilot drilling.” Rapierstar sales manager Mark Calpin said: “Using StarTurn


woodscrews is an excellent way to increase performance and productivity, while reducing assembly time and operator fatigue. The patented thread form and point is quick starting and allows the screw to be inserted with no splitting of the material, while the competitive price makes the StarTurn your first choice fastener for all timber and board manufacture and assembly.”


62 Fastener + Fixing Magazine • Issue 67 January 2011


hese façade anchors have been accredited with a European Technical Approval (ETA-10/0305) and can be used in a minimum embedment depth in concrete (for a minimum concrete strength of C 12/15) of only 40mm. EJOT highlights that the 40mm embedment depth translates to a saving of at least 10mm per hole depth compared to similar products. When processing approximately


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