Fixed – builder’s guide

This is yet another important integration of the Rawlplug BIM technical library, following Athena CAD-PLAN and bocad SCHULLER&Company. From now on, our products are available to users of Cype Connect.

The R-KER II resin anchor combines high load-bearing capacity with exceptional resistance to dynamic loads, especially under seismic conditions. With top performance in seismic category C2, it is an ideal choice for use in seismic zones and demanding structural applications.

In one of the projects, the design called for insulation to be installed in fire barrier zones with a required fire resistance of R120. Rawlplug R-MBA anchors passed the test with no issues – both on paper and in practice.

At one of the construction sites, the contractor faced a task that required exceptional precision – fastening the roofing membrane directly to the OSB board layer. The Rawlplug team carried out a series of tests to identify the optimal solution.

Check what you can gain from the new features. A personalised homepage and new subpages fully dedicated to the EasyFix and BIM programmes – this is just the beginning of the changes we’ve prepared on the eRawlplug platform with designers, engineers and architects in mind.

This test was a bit different, but once again confirmed the quality and durability of Rawlplug fixings. This time, we tested how the Rawlbolt mechanical anchor performs in an Ackerman ceiling.

Differences in steel grade designations depending on the type of fastener.

Installation of a ventilated facade substructure? Sounds like a challenge? Not for us and our R-FF1 frame plugs, which are perfect for such tasks, ensuring secure and durable fastening of steel elements to walls and facades. See how the on-site fastening test looks!

Another construction challenge, another pull-out test, and another confirmation of the strength of Rawlplug products in the most demanding applications. The R-KEXII chemical anchor, combined with the R-STUDS threaded rod, is a duo that has been tested multiple times!

On-site fixing tests using a professional pull-out tester are one of the best ways to achieve 100% certainty regarding the strength of a selected or considered fixing. Today, we present a test of our last year’s new addition – the R-HLX concrete screws.

At Rawlplug, we listen carefully to the needs and requirements of our customers. That is why we have integrated the BIM technical library into Athena CAD-PLAN. This has made our products part of one of the most advanced CAD tools, supporting designers in their tasks.

A key feature of our calculation program EasyFix 4 is continuous development. In its latest version 4.10.12, we would like to draw your attention to two new features: the expansion of the design possibilities in the Rebar module, Wind calculations and Roads and bridges modules.

Another day on site means another test to check our products. A professional test with a pull-out tester is the most effective way of verifying the strength of fastenings. This time, we put our top-of-the-range T-TFIX-8S polystyrene and wool fixings to the test.

At the request of the client, we tested the practical strength of one of our TOP products - the R-KEM-II chemical anchor in combination with dedicated R-STUDS rods. See the results!

From now on, bocad users can take full advantage of Rawlplug's BIM technical library. Integrating drawing models of our products with one of the most popular CAD tools will allow designers to work faster and more conveniently.

At Rawlplug, we continue to bring innovation and expertise directly to the field. Our experts conducted a series of practical training sessions across six major cities in Poland, partnering with one of the country’s most popular DIY store chains.

Recently, our BIM Rawlplug technical library has been significantly expanded, which opens up new possibilities for users and facilitates the implementation of our solutions in various engineering projects. Below are the most important changes and the benefits of their introduction.

We are testing the fastening of KI-10N facade fixings with a long strut zone and KI-10M facade fixings with a hammer-in pin for a housing development contractor.

We are testing R-FF1-N frame fixings in concrete at a hotel construction site.

We are testing thermal insulation fixings - KI-10M facade fixings for the general contractor of an apartment building.

We test the frame fixings of R-FF1-N in aerated concrete.

Choosing the right hammer drill is a key step in carrying out any construction or renovation work. When buying one, it is worth paying attention to such parameters as percussion energy, which has a direct impact on the effectiveness of the tool in difficult materials, such as concrete or brick.

Plasterboard installation can be quick and efficient if you use the right techniques and tools. Check out our tried and tested installation methods and, by the way, get to know the R-FPP screw, which is indispensable for, among other things, joining plasterboard together.

Download the free EasyFix software and explore the features available in the Roof steel sheet module.