Stainless Steel in Construction
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The Use of Stainless Steel in the Construction Industry

Ancon designs and manufactures high integrity steel products for the construction industry. Through continuous programmes of new product development, inward investment and employee advancement, the company is committed to maintaining the highest level of customer service within a dynamic and challenging industry. Masonry Support Systems Masonry Reinforcement Wall Ties and Restraint Fixings Channel and Bolt Fixings Tension and Compression Systems Insulated Balcony Connectors Shear Load Connectors Punching Shear Reinforcement Reinforcement Continuity Systems Stainless Steel Fabrications...

Life-cycle costing is increasingly recognised as the true way to establish the cost of building components. The use of stainless steel means no costly remedial or refurbishment measures are required during the life of the structure. As the trend to higher specification and longer service life continues, stainless steel will provide cost-effective long term solutions to specifiers’ problems. WHAT IS STAINLESS STEEL? Stainless steel is not a single specific material; it is the name given to a group of corrosion resistant steel alloys which contain a minimum of 10.5% chromium. WHY USE...

TYPES OF STAINLESS STEEL Austenitic Stainless Steels Austenitic stainless steels offer excellent resistance to corrosion. These high chromium steels are ductile and strong. They are non-magnetic and can be readily formed and welded. Higher strengths can be obtained by cold working, although this makes the metal slightly magnetic and may reduce its corrosion resistance. Austenitic stainless steels are widely used in the construction, pharmaceutical and chemical industries. Martensitic Stainless Steels The high carbon content of martensitic steels means they can be hardened by heat treatment;...

MATERIAL SPECIFICATION There are many grades of stainless steel resulting in a proliferation of national and international specifications. The two main grades of austenitic stainless steel used in the manufacture of Ancon products are 1.4301 These grades of stainless steel are adequate for almost all construction applications, however grades which have even greater pitting or corrosion resistance can also be supplied. Some products are manufactured in grade 1.4462 duplex stainless steel. In recent years, lean duplex grades have been developed to give similar pitting corrosion resistance to...

The maximum design stresses are derived from the 0.2% proof stress which is factored to ensure that the material stresses remain within the elastic region of the stress/strain curve. A true yield point is obtained in mild steel when plastic deformation starts to occur without any increase in loading. The stress in the test piece at the yield point is known as the yield strength of the material. Ultimate Tensile Strength Constructional grades of stainless steel show early plastic deformation in test, but continue to sustain increasing load with increasing strain. In order to characterise the...

BI-METALLIC CONTACT When two dissimilar metals are in contact in the presence of an electrolyte, bi-metallic corrosion may occur. This may result in the corrosion of the base metal while the noble metal is protected. Where contact is unavoidable and moisture is likely to be present, the two metals should be separated. The table of recommendations indicates which metals may, in certain circumstances, be used The degree of corrosion resulting from bi-metallic contact depends collectively upon: • The time that the contact remains wet or moist • The relative surface areas of the anodic (carbon...

SURFACE FINISH The surface finish of stainless steel can vary from a matt descaled finish used for construction fixings to a bright highly polished finish. Mill Finishes • Hot rolled, softened and descaled (normally used on thicknesses of 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm and 10mm) Cold rolled Cold rolled and lightly rolled on polishing rolls Bright annealed Polished Finishes Electropolished Satin Finish Bead Blast Products supplied by Ancon will usually be in the hot rolled, softened and pickled mill finish 1D to EN 10088 - 2. If a different finish is required, please contact Ancon’s Technical Services...

The Use of Stainless Steel ANCON BUILDING PRODUCTS Ancon has a wealth of experience in working with a range of types and grades of stainless steel. Products are manufactured from wire, coil, plate and bar. Considerable material stocks are maintained in order to meet urgent delivery deadlines. Technical Advice The use of stainless steel offers many advantages to the specifier. As a member of the British Stainless Steel Association, Ancon will advise on the most appropriate and costeffective solution to suit individual applications. MDC Support System with Stirrups Masonry Support and...

Tension System Floorplate and Open Grid Flooring Insulated Balcony Connections Tension Systems Tension Bar Systems are increasingly being used in structures and buildings as an architectural as well as a structural element. A variety of assemblies can be created from simple tie bars to complex bracing systems involving several bars joined at one point. The Ancon Tension System is available in carbon and stainless steel. The latter is recommended for applications demanding corrosion resistance, a maintenance-free life and where a highly polished finish is required. Shear Load Connectors...

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