August 2003
Introduction
This brochure details Halfen products for the precast industry. In particular,
it gives guidance to the design team indicating how to demould, transport
and erect precast concrete units by using the threaded/wire rope
systems. The work involves serious Health and Safety considerations and
it is unwise to lift concrete without a completely co-ordinated lifting system
which has been developed and tested by a specialist.
The basis of the system is a special cast-in socket which is easy to install
in the precast yard and easy to recess if extra cover is required. Plain
inserts and capped inserts depend on reinforcement tails provided
separately, but wavy tails are factory finished with the wavy
reinforcement. The effect of normal reinforcement in the precast
component is explained in the brochure.
To make this brochure a comprehensive guide for precast design, we
have also included details of normal fixing sockets and a unique wall
panel connection system.
Autocad drawings of Halfen components are available on request.
Capped End lifting insert and Screw Anchor insert for thin units 12
– Low profile socket fully welded to plate; reinforcement must be installed in the yard
– Used in the face of thin units and for long term reuse for maintenance
– Available in12 – 52mm diameters, giving load capacity of 500 – 12,500 kg
– Use with Threaded lifting loop or Swivel lifting eye
All the above are available in mild steel BZP or stainless A4, but in most cases
where stainless is required the Capped End lifting insert is the preferred option
Fixing systems
Fixing sockets 20
– Point fixing for precast or insitu work
– Ready for set screws
Design considerations
Typical applications
Panels
Spreader beams giving a vertical lift are always the first choice, but if chains are used, resulting in an angled lift, keep
β as small as possible. Always make the full calculation – see pages 6 and 7. Normal setting out is at 1/5 points, but
any dimension is acceptable provided edge distances ez and ez/2 are observed – see pages 8 – 19.
Demould
Demould
Demould/install
On site take care as only two chains may be Alternative examples – details vary depending on
taking the load method of casting.
Polypropylene
Cast-in wire cast-in hoop
loop
Method of craning / Crane factor Angle of pull β Angle of pull factor (z)
When moving a precast unit, the dynamic forces vary depending 0° 1.00
on the type of crane etc. For calculation purposes Halfen 7.5° 1.01
recommend a crane factor as shown below: 15.0° 1.04
In the precast yard – demould f = 1.1 22.5° 1.08
– pitch f = 1.3 30.0° 1.16
– transport f = 1.3 ❋
37.5° 1.26
On site – pitch/transport/install f = 1.5 ❋
45.0° 1.41
Demould at the manufacturing plant: F = G + (q x A) x f x z = 10,000 kg + (200 kg/m2 x 20 m2) x 1.1 x 1.04/2
n = 8008 kg
Transporting at the manufacturing plant: F=Gxfxz = 10,000 kg x 1.3 x 1.04/2
n = 6760 kg
Erecting on the construction site: F=Gxfxz = 10,000 kg x 1.5 x 1.16/2
n = 8700 kg
Where n = the number of loadbearing inserts.
Wavy Tail inserts are supplied factory finished and consist of a Materials: Mild steel – socket BZP, tail mill finish
socket swaged to a wavy reinforcement bar. They are always the Stainless – socket A4, tail mild steel mill finish
preferred option provided the length and edge distance fit the job
detail. Safe working loads shown are after the application of a safety
factor on test of 2 for 15 N/mm2 concrete and 3 for steel.
Standard lengths h1 are shown below. For details of the range of
short Wavy Tails or straight tails please consult Halfen Ltd. Actual working load must be calculated as shown on pages
6 and 7.
The preferred lift is a β ≤ 30° shown below.
Minimum er assumes cover to the reinforcement is acceptable Summary calculations – details page ...
to the designer: stainless steel may be needed if cover is Yard, e.g. demould where:
limited.
F = G + (q x A) x f x Z F = load per insert when lifting
Special minimum er may be agreed with Halfen Ltd on a job n
basis. G = dead weight of unit
Site , e.g. erection q x A = adhesion to the mould
For recess former for Swivel Lifting Eye, see page 17.
(usually the worst case) f = crane factor
For recess former for increased cover, see pages 15&17.
F=GxfxZ Z = factor for angle β
Lifting on site is usually the worst case due to higher crane
factors and worse angle of lift (β) – see calculation page 7. n n = number of inserts
For panels with a single layer of fabric, ie for vertical lift and i.e. factors f and Z are
no pitching, please consult Halfen Ltd. usually worse on site
The details on these pages show panels, but they could equally
apply to other components. The loads shown assume the angle of
lift, i.e. β ≤ 30° and normal reinforcement, such as a cage or two
layers of mesh. For a single layer of mesh please consult Halfen
Ltd. Erecting panels reduces the allowable load as shown below.
Typical
panels
Lateral reinforcement for β > 12.5° < 45° Turning reinforcement for slabs
Where the lifting angle, is between 12.5° and 45°, When turning/pitching additional reinforcement is
additional reinforcement is required as shown below. required. Note: β must not exceed 30°
20°
Turning reinforcement
Detail shows position of Longitudinal bars for
lateral reinforcement larger sizes – see table
permitted Not
permitted
Plain Sockets and Crimped Sockets are economic and have For thin units that have to be turned through 180° from mould to
advantages in thin components, where the long tail provides final position, plain sockets can be made double threaded to pass
excellent anchorage. The reinforcement tail is essential and must right through the unit.
be installed as shown in the yard by the precaster. Safe working loads shown are after the application of a safety
Plain Sockets are available in mild steel BZP and stainless steel factor on test of 2 for 15 N/mm2 concrete and 3 for steel.
both with Rd threads. Crimped Sockets are only available in mild Actual working load must be calculated as shown on pages
steel BZP and with metric threads. The sockets are specially made 6 and 7.
for lifting are not to be confused with fixing sockets.
c
Reinforcement c
tail
h h
Tail
b b
Spacing of sockets and edge distances Size min er (mm) min ez (mm)
Rd12 / M12 37 300
ez Rd16 / M16 40 400
Rd20 / M20 50 550
ez 3e r
2 ez Rd24 / M24 60 600
ez Rd30 / M 3 0 70 650
er er 2
Rd36 100 800
Typical thick panel or beam Typical slab or culvert Rd42 120 1000
Note: The dimensions assume cage or fabric reinforcement as shown at the top of page 9
For help with setting out, use the Halfen Autocad disc.
Rd52 138 1200
The details on these pages show panels, but it could equally apply
to other components. The loads shown assume the angle of lift, i.e.
β ≤ 30° and normal reinforcement such as a cage or two layers of
mesh. For a single layer of mesh please consult Halfen Ltd. Turning/ Typical slab
pitching panels reduces the allowable load as shown below.
Fabric/mat
reinforcement is
Typical essential.
panels
Tail
Unbent
Anchorage Lateral reinforcement for β > 12.5° < 45°
d D L length
reinforcement Where the lifting angle, is between 12.5° and 45°,
mm mm mm mm
additional reinforcement is required as shown below.
6 26 240 500
30 12 1200❋
36 16 1500❋
Minimum er assumes cover to the reinforcement is acceptable to the
designer: stainless steel reinforcement may be needed if cover is 42 16 1700❋
limited. 52 20 2100❋
❋
Special minimum er may be agreed with Halfen Ltd on a job basis. ez/2 may increase slightly to accommodate these bars.
For recess former for Swivel Lifting Eye, see page 17.
For recess former for increased cover, see pages 15 & 17. Turning/pitching reinforcement for slabs
Lifting on site is usually the worst case due to higher crane factors and Additional reinforcement is required where sockets are
worse angle of lift (β) – see calculation page 7. inserted in the edge for turning/pitching. See page 12 for
For panels with a single layer of fabric, ie for vertical lift and no details. Note that even with the additional reinforcement, the
pitching, please consult Halfen Ltd. SWL is 50% of that shown in the table opposite.
Capped End inserts are low profile (see h in chart below) and Preferred angle of lift β ≤ 30°. If the insert is to be cast in a
hence are ideal for the face of thin panels or top of slabs. The recess see pages 15 and 17.
socket and cap are fully welded so the socket is effectively Safe working loads shown are after the application of a safety
sealed. factor on test of 2 for 15 N/mm2 concrete and 3 for steel.
Capped End inserts are available in mild steel BZP and stainless Actual working load must be calculated as shown on pages
steel A4. When supplied in stainless steel, the capped end helps 6 and 7.
prevent water ingress and corrosion.
t ez1
ez2
bxc er1 er2
et
Minimum er1 and er2 assumes insert is within the normal cage Summary calculations – details page ...
reinforcement. Cover to the reinforcement must be acceptable to
the designer: in some cases stainless steel may be needed. Yard, e.g. demould where:
F = load per insert when lifting
Special minimum er1 and er2 may be agreed with Halfen Ltd on a F = G + (q x A) x f x Z
job basis, for example if unit to be lifted is 30 N/mm2. n G = dead weight of unit
For recess former for Swivel Lifting Eye, see page 17. q x A = adhesion to the mould
Site – handling f = crane factor
For recess former for increased cover, see pages 15 & 17.
Lifting on site is usually the worst case due to higher crane factors F=GxfxZ Z = factor for angle β
and worse angle of lift (β). n n = number of inserts
i.e. factors f and Z are
usually worse on site
The details below show thin units such as slabs and panels. Stainless steel socket with Steel sealing plate screws
plastic sealing cap – see into insert to keep it clean
Capped End inserts are ideal for use and re-use, such as access
page 17. ready for re-use
panels which are to be removed for maintenance. In this case a
range or permanent caps are available. Capped End inserts are
not normally used for turning/pitching, but should an application
arise, please consult Halfen Ltd.
Normal reinforcement
d b a Main bars Fabric
mm mm mm Size dia. mm Detail shows position
of reinforcement
6 60 250 Rd12 10 A142
Insert Reinforcement
8 90 420 Rd16 10 A142
dia. dia. unbent length
12 8 500❋
8 90 640 Rd20 12 A193
16 8 500❋ Allowable
SWL as
10 90 640 Rd24 12 A193 20 12 800❋ table shown
24 12 800❋ opposite
12 110 830 Rd30 16 A252
30 12 800❋
Introduction
Size and availability
Threaded Lifting loops can be used with all sizes of threaded
inserts. They are the most economic lifting loop and are suitable
for most applications, particularly site operations. They are not Threaded lifting loop – Code PX
suitable for turning/pitching. They may be reused subject to the
inspection procedure, detailed below, but they are not
recommended for severe re-use conditions.
Threaded Lifting loops should only be attached to the unit after the
concrete strength has reached 15 N/mm2. In some cases it may
be economic and practical to leave the loops with the unit until
final installation. Colour coded
tag indicates
Description SWL and size
Threaded Lifting loops are manufactured from high grade steel
h
wire, swaged in a steel ferrule and finished with zinc plating.
They are clearly marked with their SWL. The thread type is
Rd/M, which is compatible with both metric and Rd inserts.
Threaded Lifting loops are suitable for use with inserts cast in flush
with the face of the unit, or recessed using the recess formers s
t
shown opposite.
Testing/identification
All Halfen devices are proof loaded before dispatch and labelled
with a unique code number. This number is recorded in the QA
Order Full SWL Dimensions Colour
department at Halfen Ltd. If loops are kept in the stores and reused
Size code kg t h s code
they must be inspected every six months and retested every year.
Rd/M12 PX12 500 22 155 27 Orange
Method of use Rd/M16 PX16 1200 27 155 36 Red
Before use, check that the lifting loop is compatible with the
socket/insert and labelled with the Halfen unique number. Rd/M20 PX20 2000 35 215 45 Light green
Check that the wires are in good condition. Discard if bent, Rd/M24 PX24 2500 44 255 54 Charcoal
crushed, kinked or if there is any loosening of the outer layer. Rd/M30 PX30 4000 55 300 68 Dark green
Discard if corroded.
Rd/M36 PX36 6300 68 360 81 Blue
Check the angle of lift shown on the unit drawings and follow the
Rd/M42 PX42 8000 75 425 95 Grey
procedure shown. Do not use Threaded Lifting loops for turning/
pitching a unit. If β exceeds 45°, please consult Halfen Ltd. Rd/M52 PX52 12,500 95 480 117 Yellow
Ensure that the thread is fully bottomed out in the socket before
lifting. It is permissible to back off one turn to ensure that the wire
is correctly aligned for lifting. Not suitable for
turning/pitching
Applications Spreader beam
helps to reduce
Vertical lift Angle of lift β
angle of lift
preferred β should not
option normally be
more than
30°
Introduction
Threaded inserts must be carefully fixed to formwork, ie, correctly
located and held firmly. Halfen offer a range of fixing methods.
Any of the fixing methods shown below is suitable for use with the
Threaded Lifting loop, but plastic nailing plates are the most
economic and hence the most commonly used.
For improved corrosion protection of the socket after use, ie
deeper recess, please use the small deep nailing plate, Code PXD.
Plastic nailing plate Small deep nailing plate Magnetic nailing plate
Code PXNP Code PXD Code PXMNP
y y
y
x
x x
Most suitable choice if a minimal A plastic insert for use where greater A magnetic nailing plate for use on
recess/cover is acceptable. cover to the socket is required. The steel formwork.
recess gives 15mm cover. It is suitable for both metric and Rd
This plastic nailing plate is suitable for
both metric and Rd threads. The small diameter means that any threads.
subsequent filler is less conspicuous. The recess gives 15mm cover.
The recess gives minimal cover, ie, it
may not be deep enough to resist It is suitable for both metric and Rd Place on steel formwork and screw on
corrosion. threads. socket.
Nail to formwork and screw on Nail to formwork and screw on socket. Reusable – after stripping, unscrew,
socket. After stripping, unscrew. Not normally clean and store on a keep plate.
After stripping, unscrew. Not normally reusable. Removing tool
reusable. Removing tool PXMNPK is
PXDNPK is available if
available if required.
required.
Introduction increased life expectancy. The design ensures that as the chains
Swivel Lifting Eyes can be used with all sizes of threaded inserts take the load the eye rotates and aligns itself correctly.
and are specially designed to allow angled lifts, such as The oval ‘eye’ incorporates a slot which can be located onto one
turning/pitching. They are more durable than wire lifting loops of the three vertical pins on the base section of the lifting eye, so
and may be used repeatedly, subject to inspection for damage. that the ring can be used to tighten or loosen the thread of the
They should only be attached to the unit after the concrete strength lifting eye in the insert.
has reached 15 N/mm2. They are usually unscrewed from the
unit after each lifting operation. Testing/identification
All Halfen devices are proof loaded before dispatch and labelled
Description with a unique code number. This number is recorded in the QA
Swivel Lifting Eyes are manufactured from high grade steel in the department at Halfen Ltd.
sizes shown in the table. They have a paint finish, which is colour
coded to clearly identify the SWL. The thread size is Rd/M, Method of use
which is compatible with both metric and Rd inserts. Before use, check that the lifting eye is compatible with the socket
and labelled with the Halfen unique number.
Swivel Lifting Eyes are suitable for use with threaded inserts cast in
flush with the face of the unit, or recessed using the metal recess Check that the swivel is free running and in good condition.
formers shown opposite. Ordinary plastic nailing plates are not Check the angle of lift shown on the unit drawings and follow the
suitable. If plastic nailing plates have been used in error, please procedure shown.
consult Halfen Ltd. Ensure that the thread is fully bottomed out in the socket before
The design incorporates a vacuum sealed bearing unit, which lifting.
prevents the ingress of grit and dirt, providing smooth rotation and
Application examples – showing turning/pitching
h
Screw lifting eye tight into insert
Turning reinforcement
2000 kg (longitudinal bar for larger lifts,
see page 9.
t
Vertical pull
preferred
b b
Introduction
Threaded inserts must be carefully fixed to formwork, ie, correctly
located and held firmly. Halfen offer a range of fixing methods.
It is essential that the correct size recess former is used so that the
Swivel Lifting Eye fits accurately into the recess.
Introduction
Sizes, availability and edge distances
Cast-in wire rope lifting hoops are the most economic
way of providing a crane hook attachment in precast
units. However, they require relatively large edge Wire rope lifting hoops – Code PU
distances. Consideration must also be given to the 25
exposure of steel rope hoops after panel assembly. Once e Direction
e r1
finally in position, protruding hoops can be cut off, if of load
required, but consideration must still be given to the
provision of corrosion protection to the cut ends to avoid ez
ez 2
rust staining.
d
The flexibility of steel rope makes it the safest method for
Direction
forming a cast-in hoop. Lifting loops formed from e r2
reinforcement bars are liable to fatigue, particularly if of load
bent during angled lifts.
Reinforcement cage essential
Provided that hoops are installed in reinforced concrete
and to the minimum dimensions in the table, no
Order code Dimensions Rope Minimum spacings
anchorage reinforcement is generally required. However,
for acute angled lifts, additional lateral reinforcement SWL Mild steel bright e d diam. ez e r1 e r2 Colour
may be required. kg galvanised mm mm mm mm mm mm code
800 PU1008 60 150 6 540 140 80 White
Description
PU4008
Cast-in lifting hoops are manufactured from bright or PU1012
1200 65 160 7 620 150 100 Red
galvanised mild steel rope. They have a swaged PU4012
connecting ferrule and a tag that clearly identifies the
1600 PU1016 70 165 8 690 170 120 Purple
SWL of the hoop. The tag is designed not to slide down
PU4016
the hoop during casting and should therefore remain
2000 PU1020 80 200 9 830 180 140 Light green
visible.
PU4020
Cast-in hoops are suitable for use through a single cycle
2500 PU1025 85 230 10 890 190 160 Charcoal
from production to final installation but are not suitable
PU4025
for multi-use applications.
4000 PU1040 100 240 12 1000 220 200 Dark green
Selection PU4040
To select the correct size for any lift, carry out the 5200 PU1052 100 260 14 1030 300 240 Orange
calculation on pages 6 and 7. It is essential to take into PU4052
account the angle of lift, the crane factor and any 6300 PU1063 110 280 16 1150 320 280 Blue
adhesion to the formwork. PU4063
8000 PU1080 120 320 18 1290 410 300 Light grey
Installation PU4080
Hoops should be installed in the direction of the PU1100
expected load, with the ferrule directly opposite the 10,000 135 390 20 1460 440 320 Pink
PU4100
direction of pull. They should be suspended from
12,500 PU1125 150 420 22 1620 570 360 Yellow
supports attached to the formwork so that 2/3 of the
PU4125
hoop will be cast-in and 1/3 remains exposed.
16,000 PU1160 165 450 24 1860 630 420 Lilac
Carefully fasten the hoop to the cage to avoid movement
PU4160
during concreting. It fixed through the shuttering, the wire
20,000 PU1200 180 550 28 2120 680 450 Ochre
should be carefully sealed to the shuttering.
PU4200
Storage 25,000 PU1250 200 600 32 2410 760 500 Brown
When storing concrete units, care should be taken to PU4250
avoid bending of steel rope hoops. Hoops should be Larger sizes are available up to 57,000 kg. Please contact Halfen Ltd for standard range of larger sizes.
examined for damage as listed under Method of use
below. Method of use
Before casting in, or lifting, check that the hoop is in good condition. A
Crane linkage hoop should be discarded if any of the wires are broken, crushed or
Exposed hoops can be attached to standard crane unravelled, or if there are kinks in the hoop. Also do not use if excessive
hooks, provided that the curvature radius of the crane corrosion is observed. Any cast-in hoop showing sign of damage should
hook is at least equal to the diameter of the rope. not be used.
Introduction
Polypropylene rope lifting hoops are the most economic
Sizes, availability and edge distances
way of providing a crane hook attachment in precast
units but are only suitable for low load applications and Polypropylene lifting hoops – Code PS
require relatively large edge distances. Once finally in
position, protruding hoops can be cut off, if required.
Polypropylene hoops do not corrode. f
Provided that hoops are installed to achieve the minimum
dimensions in the table, no anchorage reinforcement is Direction
generally required.
of load
Description
Hoops are formed by crimping an aluminium ferrule on
polypropylene rope. This method ensures strength and
safety but inevitably means a girth tolerance of ± 20mm
– see installation note below. A colour coded tag clearly
identifies the SWL of the hoop. The tag is designed not
to slide down the hoop during casting and should
therefore remain visible. Minimum spacings/
Cast-in hoops are suitable for use through a single cycle Dimensions Rope edge distances
from production to final installation but are not suitable SWL Order f e diam. ez er Colour
for multi-use applications. kg code mm mm mm mm mm code
150 PS06 100 160 6 200 40 Blue
Selection
To select the correct size for any lift, carry out the 250 PS08 100 160 8 200 50 White
calculation on pages 6 and 7. It is essential to take into
360 PS10 100 200 10 300 60 Light green
account the angle of lift, the crane factor and any
adhesion to the formwork. Polypropylene hoops can be 500 PS12 100 200 12 300 70 Orange
used for pitching, provided that the concrete strength is
875 PS14 120 240 14 400 80 Yellow
20 N/mm2, but the SWL is reduced by 50%.
1200 PS16 120 240 16 450 100 Red
Installation
Hoops should be installed in the direction of the
expected load, with the ferrule directly opposite the
direction of pull. Set out the hoops for a balanced lift the unit is at least 20 N/mm2). If there are sharp arrises, the rope should be
and take care to observe the minimum edge distances protected.
shown. Ensure the projection of the rope (f) is consistent Polypropylene hoops are widely used to aid manual lifting of small precast
at both ends of the unit. For thin units, polypropylene units by two or more people, reducing the risk of personal injury.
hoops may be looped around a reinforcing bar, as
shown on the right, effectively reducing the embedment Semi-dry
depth required. For lifting semi-dry architectural stone please consult Halfen Ltd.
Crane linkage
Exposed hoops can be attached to standard crane
hooks, provided that the curvature radius of the crane
hook is at least equal to the diameter of the rope. Before
lifting, check for any signs of damage and if in doubt
consult Halfen Ltd. Carefully observe the angle of lift β
shown on the job drawing – for normal conditions β
should not exceed 30°.
Check that the concrete is at least 15 N/mm2 (if unit is
unreinforced or if pitching is to be carried out, check that
Cast-in Tube sockets provide threaded fixings in finished concrete Sockets may be attached to timber formwork using plastic nailing
units with a typical strength of 30 N/mm2. They are a single plates, normally type PXNP, (see page 15 for details) or with
point fixing without tolerance and are not recommended where standard hex head bolts.
accuracy of fixing position is required or where tolerances cannot Allowable safe working loads are after applying a safety factor of
be accommodated by other components. approximately 3.5 on test data. Loads assume that the socket is
Tube sockets are the most economic socket and are commonly cast within a cage of reinforced concrete. For unreinforced
used in precast fixing applications. concrete please consult Halfen Ltd.
Tube sockets are available in mild steel, bright zinc plated, and These sockets are not suitable for lifting.
stainless steel 304 (A2). For stainless grade 316 please contact
Halfen Ltd.
L L1 Anchorage reinforcement
tail essential on all sizes L
M10 and greater Dowel
d L2
d
r
d1 a
a
d2
Bright zinc plated mild steel Bright zinc plated mild steel Allowable load
Thread type Dimensions Dimensions (30 N/mm2
and diameter Order a d1 r L1 Order a d2 L2 concrete)
dxL code mm mm mm mm code mm mm mm kN
M6 x 35 PK206040 20 5 20 150 – – – – 1.5
M8 x 35 PK208040 25 5 20 150 – – – – 2.0
M10 x 45 PK210050 20 6 25 250 PJ210050 20 6 50 3.5
M12 x 60 PK212060 30 6 25 250 PJ212060 30 6 50 5.0
M16 x 70 PK216070 25 8 33 300 PJ216070 25 8 60 7.0
M16 x 100 PK216100 30 10 40 300 PJ216100 30 10 80 8.0
M20 x 100 PK220100 40 12 45 350 PJ220100 40 12 100 12.5
M24 x 120 PK224120 50 12 45 400 PJ224120 50 12 100 18.0
M30 x 150 PK230150 65 16 65 500 – – – – 27.5
Stainless steel (austenitic grade 304) Stainless steel (austenitic grade 304) Allowable load
Thread type Dimensions Dimensions (30 N/mm2
and diameter Order a d1 r L1 Order a d2 L2 concrete)
dxL code mm mm mm mm code mm mm mm kN
M8 x 40 PK708040 10 5 20 150 – – – – 2.0
M10 x 50 PK710050 24 6 25 250 PJ710050 24 6 50 3.5
M12 x 60 PK712060 25 6 25 250 PJ712060 25 6 50 5.0
M16 x 80 PK716080 30 10 33 300 PJ716080 30 10 80 7.0
M16 x 100 PK716100 50 10 40 300 PJ716100 50 10 80 8.0
M20 x 100 PK720100 30 12 45 350 PJ720100 30 12 100 12.5
M24 x 120 PK724120 40 12 45 400 PJ724120 40 12 120 18.0
These are heavy duty fixings machined from bar material. They Allowable safe working loads are after applying a safety factor of
are normally finished with a factory fitted cross pin but can also approximately 2.5 on test data. Loads assume socket cast within
be delivered with a hole for site fixed reinforcement. the cage of reinforced concrete unit with a minimum strength of
Solid rod sockets are most commonly used as fixings in 30 N/mm2. For unreinforced concrete please consult Halfen Ltd.
architectural precast units, where stainless steel grade 303 is These sockets are not suitable for lifting.
usually specified. Sockets are also available to order in stainless
grade 316 and mild steel BZP.
Solid rod sockets are the preferred option for high tensile and
shear loads such as fixing cladding panels.
b L2
BZP
h
d2
316
L
303
d
M10 x 60 – – – – – – PF710060 35 16 10 50 6 6 4
M10 75 150
M16 75 150
ez M20 75 150
er M24 100 200
er
M30 125 250
Introduction
Size and availability
The Halfen NVS Connecting loop system consists of a steel case
acting as a void former or casing and holding a steel wire loop.
The system is designed to form connections between precast Connecting loop – Code NVS
panels with recesses, as shown. It is used in conjunction with
stitching reinforcing rods and insitu concrete. For drained joints
please consult Halfen Ltd.
The use of a flexible wire means that the dimensions of the insitu
stitch can be kept to a minimum. L2
These pages describe independent loops in short casings. For Colour label
continuous casings with a number of loops please call Halfen Ltd. indicates length
of wire loop –
see table below
c
Protective tape to
prevent ingress of
concrete during a
casting L
b
Projecting
steel wire tail
Supplied with steel wire
loop bent in position
Reinforcement bar
normally 6.0mm
The loop length
L selected must be long
enough to ensure
adjoining loops overlap
Typical plan detail – junction of two units
sufficiently to accept a
reinforcing bar as
Joint width shown.
see chart
opposite
Thin units
NVS cases in the face
Cover of thin precast units
with the tail bent down
Floor unit Floor unit
over a reinforcing bar –
Wall unit 60mm
cover to tail to follow
min specification.
125mm min
Typical section detail