The Correct Use of Wall Ties & Head Restraints

Description

In this seminar, we discuss best practice in the selection and installation of common masonry fixings, focusing on cavity wall ties, frame cramps, channel restraint systems and head restraints.

By the end of the CPD you should have a greater understanding of:

- The importance of wall ties and how they contribute the structural stability of masonry walls.

- The correct way to specify a wall tie, based on tie type, length and density.

- What is best practice for the installation of wall ties.

- How head restraints contribute to the structural stability of masonry panels.

- Wall tie thermal efficiency and allowance for movement.