Rawlplug anchors used in the National Forum of Music – winner of the ICMA award!

The Witold Lutosławski National Forum of Music (NFM) is one of the largest and most modern concert venues in Europe, located in the heart of Wrocław. Since its opening in 2014, it has become a key cultural landmark, attracting classical music enthusiasts from around the world.

A state-of-the-art concert space

Situated on Wolności Square, formerly the Royal Forum, the venue features four concert halls, including a main hall with a capacity of 1,804 seats. The facility also includes smaller chamber halls, exhibition spaces, rehearsal rooms, conference rooms, and office areas. The total usable area is 35,300 m², with a volume of 257,000 m³. The building consists of six above-ground and three underground levels.

A technological giant!

The National Forum of Music stands out with its cutting-edge architectural solutions and advanced acoustic technology, ensuring outstanding conditions for musical performances. The venue has become a benchmark for cultural institutions worldwide, thanks to its seamless fusion of aesthetics and functionality. Its concert halls offer perfect acoustics, making it one of the premier spaces for live performances in Europe.

NFM honored with the prestigious ICMA award

In 2023, the NFM received the prestigious International Classical Music Awards (ICMA) in recognition of its exceptional achievements in classical music and innovative architectural and acoustic solutions. This distinction was awarded for outstanding efforts in promoting classical music, organizing concerts, collaborating with artists and ensembles, as well as for recording projects, educational initiatives, and innovative approaches to music presentation. The award also acknowledges the high artistic quality of the events hosted at the NFM, which encompass both live performances and phonographic activities, enriching the global classical music scene.

Rawlplug technologies in the NFM structure

The construction of this remarkable venue incorporated high-quality technical solutions, including our advanced anchoring systems, ensuring the building’s durability and stability. The R-DCA wedge anchor with a zinc-coated surface and internal thread was used as a fastening element. The project also utilized the RAWLBOLT® R-RBL anchor, which proved ideal for installation in hollow-core slabs and ceramic substrates. Additionally, the R-HPTII-ZF throughbolt anchor with a zinc coating provided exceptional corrosion protection. The R-KEX-II epoxy resin anchor was applied for reinforcement bar installation, serving as structural reinforcement, ensuring the building’s solid construction.

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