The process of making the correct choice has many influencing factors that need to be considered when thinking about what will be the correct Nexus product to carry out a successful installation.
In order to assist and guide either the novice or, individual who is familiar with designing and installing anchors and fixings, we have provided the following guidelines to assist and hopefully enable you to have an improved understanding of what these influencing factors are and how they effect your decision for the correct Nexus product.
The material into which the fixing will be made.
Fixing function or mechanism (anchor type) The way in which a fixing operates during installation and retains its position in base material after installation has been carried out.
Selecting the correct anchor by the way in which it is installed and associated practical considerations.
Specifying the type of finish of the fixing.
Understanding the forces that act upon the fixing and how that influences the performance of the product in the base material.
How to consider the effects of fire regarding fixings and the current levels of information available.
Where no test information is available, or a certain product’s performance needs to be verified, then a site test can be conducted to confirm the performance of the product.
What are the terms used to describe the anchor characteristics or other associated information?
To ensure that the fixing works and performs as required, the correct drilling of the hole is also necessary. This means that a suitable drill and machine (power tool) are used for the installation.