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Spira-Lok® Original Helical Wall Tie System

Hohmann & Barnard

23 31 13 Metal Ducts

The Spira-Lok® Original Helical Wall Tie System is a one-piece, flexible stainless steel wall tie for pinning masonry to new or existing walls. It is also suitable for temporary support for lintel and shelf angle replacement. The dry-set technique may involve various tie diameters, drill bits, and installation tools. It is available in 8 mm or 10 mm diameter x 155 to 600 mm (6 1/8 to 24 in.) long. Available finishes are stainless steel Type 304 and 316 available by special order.

Features

  • Only a small diameter pilot hole required.
  • No toxic adhesives or expansion devices.
  • Site-tested immediately after installation.
  • Functional in a wide variety of building materials.
  • Able to withstand cyclic loading.
  • Accommodates differential movements between materials.
  • Does not stress or fracture fragile substrates.


Additional Information

Spira-Lok®
Spira-Lok® Submittal Sheet
H&B LEED Form




Contact Information

Phone: 800-561-3026


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