Concrete edge failure
Frequently asked question: In a narrow and thin component the resistance for concrete edge failure does not increase with increasing edge distance c1. What is the reason for this illogical baviour? Answer: With edge distances c2,1 and c2,2 and a component thickness...
DesignFiX – MAPEI Released
Mapei DesignFiX allows you to evaluate the performance characteristics of single and multiple anchor points according to set geometrical constraints.
DesignFiX – VJ Technology Released
VJ Technology distributes and manufacture fixings systems, fasteners, tools and associated products to the construction and civil engineering industries.
DesignFiX – TOGE Released
TOGE is one of the pioneers of concrete screw technology. All TOGE products are in-house developments and are largely produced at the Nuremberg site. Excellent employees, modern machinery and a down-to-earth, committed management team are the prerequisites for ensuring that
DesignFiX – TRUTEK Released
DesignFiX Project TRUTEK Manufacturer of fastening systems Trutek Fasteners Polska Sp. z o.o. Al. Krakowska 55 05-090 Raszyn Poland www.trutek.com.pl Corporate Identity Design Throughbolt Anchor Bolt Injection System TCM RE Injection System TCM RE + Rebar Injection...
DesignFiX – GFC Fasteners Released
Home of New Zealand's biggest brands and exceptional service. We love to get in the trenches and will work alongside building and construction companies, large and small, trades, and
DesignFiX – X-CALIBUR Released
X-CALIBUR CONSTRUCTION SYSTEMS INC
Phone: (954) 745 6160
Email: usa@x-calibur.us
Design of fastenings based on EN 1992-4
In addition to the design according to ETAG 001, Annex C, it is now possible to carry out design of mechanical and chemical fasteners based on the European standard EN 1992-4 in DesignFiX.
DesignFiX – Scell-it Released
Scell-it was formed in 1988 with the aim of offering FIXING solutions to the industry and to the Building trade, via a network of professional distributors. Chemical fixings, Heavy duty anchors, DesignFiX
Anchor theory versus reinforced concrete theory
High-performance injection mortars are suitable for anchoring threaded rods and internally threaded sleeves as well as reinforcing bars.
DesignFiX – Upat Released
Easy and safe. Upat, a manufacturer of fastening systems has released DesignFiX.
Anchor Design Software – Curious Design Results #4
If the number of tensioned anchors changes within an anchor group close to an edge due to variable loads, then there may be steps in the characteristic resistance for 'Concrete cone failure'.
DesignFiX – Walraven Released
Reliable products with European quality. Walraven, as a family-owned and ISO 9001 certified company, ensures European quality standards by controlling the whole value chain.
DesignFiX – PFEIFER Released
In the building industry, three things count when components weighing several tonnes are transported, movable roof structures are shifted or entire buildings are held together:
DesignFiX – MKT Released
SOFTWARE FOR THE DESIGN OF POST-INSTALLED REBAR CONNECTIONS Design according to EN-1992-1-1 with characteristic values of the well proven and the new MKT Injection System.
DesignFiX – ICCONS Released
ICCONS, Australian manufacturers of fastening systems has released DesignFiX.
Shear loads perpendicular to slotted holes
In some applications it can be advantageous to arrange individual anchors in a group in slotted holes. If, for example, a fastening is loaded by a shear force in the direction of the edge of the component, the characteristic resistance for concrete edge failure is ...
DesignFiX – CHEMOFAST Released
DesignFiX Project CHEMOFAST, Manufacturer of fastening systems. Chemofast has been researching and developing in the field of chemical fastening technology for 30 years.
Business Plan/Covid-19
In light of the global spread of Covid-19, we have been monitoring the situation for some time and have taken precautionary steps to safeguard the well-being of our team members and their families
New LiveUpdate Service
As of version 3.4, DesignFiX includes a new update mechanism. The main advantage is a faster data transfer and the waiver of the requirement of administration rights.
ESSVE CS new LiveUpdate Service
As of version 3.4, ESSVE CS includes a new update mechanism. The main advantage is a faster data transfer and the waiver of the requirement of administration rights.
NEW: Beton-Kalender 2020
In December 2019, the Beton-Kalender 2020 was published by Ernst & Sohn. The yearbook contains a comprehensive essay on the design of fastenings according to the new European standard EN 1992-4.
Fastener Fair Stuttgart 2019 – Thanks to all visitors
The Fastener Fair Stuttgart 2019 was a great success for DesignFiX. Thank you for the many new business contacts, they give us energy and enthusiasm for implementing our DesignFiX projects.
How to add your products in DesignFiX?
Create an Excel spreadsheet with all anchor families. Each anchor family may include different materials with multiple diameters. Anchor type: Sleeve type, bolt type, capsule system, injection system, material types, head types.
