Determination of fixing loads for plastic anchors subject to structure and voidage of masonry units

Abstract

One of the most important indices of masonry walls is their capability to carry the loads arising from various building elements, constructions, heating equipment, household things etc. fixed to outer or inner surfaces of walls. These loads should be also carried by plastic anchors used for this purpose. This article deals with the investigations on determination of loads arising during pulling of plastic anchors from ceramic and silicate masonry units made in Lithuania, considering their macrostructure, voidage, thickness of partitions inter voids etc.