Wall ties, brick force, hoop iron and related brickwork support products.
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Konsa butterfly wall ties connect the leaves of brick cavity walls to support stable masonry construction. They are made from fully galvanised mild-steel wire, with standard lengths and wire diameters listed in the size table. Select a tie length normally 20–30 mm shorter than the total wall thickness, subject to the wall design. Typical usage is approximately 3–4 ties per square metre; custom sizes can be supplied on request.
Twisted wall ties, also known as PWD ties, connect the leaves of brick cavity walls. They are made from fully galvanised mild-steel wire, with a twisted profile that provides a mechanical key in the masonry. Standard lengths and wire diameters are listed in the size table. Select a tie length normally 20–30 mm shorter than the total wall thickness, subject to the wall design. Typical usage is approximately 3–4 ties per square metre, with custom sizes available on request.
Code: BT500
Heavy-duty twisted wall ties are flat-bar ties for connecting the leaves of cavity brick walls. They are supplied in hot-dip galvanised mild steel, with stainless steel available on request. Standard ties use 25 × 2.5 mm flat bar in the published lengths shown below. Select a tie length normally 20–30 mm shorter than the total wall thickness, subject to the wall design. Typical usage is approximately 3–4 ties per square metre, with custom lengths available on request.
Code: CCT200
Constantine wall ties provide a formed galvanised connection for brick and masonry wall construction. Standard ties are manufactured from 32 mm × 1.6 mm galvanised strip in several lengths, with custom dimensions available for project-specific details. Select the tie length, spacing and embedment according to the wall design, cavity width and applicable construction requirements.
Code: BGT180
Galvanised bat ties provide a preformed alternative to cutting hoop iron when connecting brickwork to concrete columns or pillars. The flat tie can be fixed to the supporting structure using the fastening method specified for the project, then embedded into the masonry joint. Standard lengths are available, and custom lengths can be manufactured. Confirm the fixing, embedment and spacing with the wall design before installation.
Code: PW138
Plastic wall ties connect brick cavity-wall leaves while providing a corrosion-free alternative to metal ties in suitable applications. The range covers cavity widths from 0 mm to 140 mm, with product lengths from 138 mm to 270 mm. The source product information identifies them for single- and double-storey buildings. Select the correct tie length, spacing and embedment in accordance with the wall design and project requirements.
Code: HI326
Hoop iron is flat-rolled galvanised steel strip used for masonry restraint, connecting brickwork to columns and securing roof-truss details where specified. It is available in 32 mm width with multiple thickness options, supplied in roll sizes shown in the specification table. Hoop iron can also be cut to the required length. Confirm the strip size, fixing and corrosion protection required by the structural detail.
Code: BMA230
Brick mesh, also known as brickforce, reinforces horizontal mortar joints in masonry walls and supports crack control where specified by the wall design. A-grade and C-grade mesh is available in widths from 75 mm to 230 mm, supplied in 20 m rolls, with selected widths also available in 3 m strips. Light- and heavy-duty options are offered, and galvanised rolls can be supplied on request for coastal or corrosive environments.
Code: HRS-UO-L
Head restraint systems provide a sliding connection at the top of masonry walls, helping restrain lateral movement while accommodating specified vertical movement. The stem fits within the cavity and accepts one-way or two-way sliding ties with different head and tail options. Units are manufactured to project dimensions in galvanised mild steel or stainless steel. Specify the head configuration, stem length, tie type, material and fixing detail when requesting a quotation.
Brick wall systems consist of more than bricks and mortar.
Modern masonry construction uses reinforcement, wall ties, movement joint products, damp-proof materials and connection systems that work together to improve stability, durability and construction quality.
Konsa supplies a range of brick wall accessories and reinforcement products for residential, commercial, industrial and civil construction applications.
A brick wall system includes the various components used together to construct masonry walls.
Depending on the application these may include:
Each component performs a specific function within the overall wall construction.
Installed within mortar joints to reinforce masonry and assist with crack control in suitable applications.
Horizontal reinforcement commonly installed within mortar joints as specified by the project design. It helps tie masonry together and improve resistance to cracking from movement.
Provide a mechanical connection between new masonry and existing concrete or masonry structures.
Used in cavity wall construction to connect wall leaves while maintaining the cavity.
Allow controlled movement where expansion, contraction or structural movement is expected.
Assist in controlling moisture movement through masonry where required by the building design.
Brick and block masonry performs extremely well under compression but has relatively limited tensile strength.
Movement caused by temperature changes, moisture movement, settlement and structural loading can introduce tensile stresses within masonry.
Horizontal reinforcement such as brick reinforcement or brick mesh / Brickforce is commonly specified within mortar joints to improve crack control and strengthen the wall system where required by the design. Reinforcement assists with crack control; it does not eliminate cracking.
The correct product depends on:
Products should always be selected according to the project documentation and applicable construction requirements.
Purpose-made reinforcement and connection products assist the overall masonry system when used as specified.
Purpose-made accessories provide repeatable installation compared with improvised site solutions.
Correct reinforcement and movement joint products can assist in managing movement within masonry where specified.
Dedicated accessories help create cleaner, more consistent masonry construction.
Konsa supplies a range of brick wall accessories including masonry reinforcement such as Brick Mesh / Brickforce, butterfly wall ties, related connection products and other construction products.
The wall-tie range also includes twisted-pair wall ties, heavy-duty twisted wall ties, plastic wall ties, Constantine wall ties and galvanised bat ties. Related masonry accessories include hoop iron and head restraint systems.
Related masonry details may also use damp-proof sheeting and damp-proof course, or formwork products such as joint formers and foam backer rod where movement joints and finishing details require them.
Products are intended for residential, commercial and industrial masonry construction.
Customers can select products according to their wall type, project drawings and engineering requirements.
Contact Konsa with your wall type, wall thickness and application and our team can help identify suitable products.
A brick wall system includes the components used together with bricks or blocks and mortar to construct masonry walls, such as reinforcement, wall ties, connection products, movement joint accessories and damp-proof materials where specified.
Brick reinforcement is installed within mortar joints to reinforce masonry and assist with crack control where required by the wall design. It does not eliminate cracking on its own.
Brick mesh, also known as brickforce, is horizontal reinforcement commonly installed within mortar joints. It helps tie masonry together and support crack control where specified by the project design.
Wall ties are used in cavity wall construction to connect the wall leaves while maintaining the cavity, as required by the wall design and site details.
A wall starter provides a mechanical connection between new masonry and an existing concrete or masonry structure. Exact product selection depends on the connection detail and project drawings.
Movement joints allow controlled expansion, contraction or structural movement within masonry where this is expected and specified by the building design.
Damp-proof course is used to limit rising damp through masonry where required by the building design. Related damp-proof sheeting may also be used beneath floors and at other waterproofing details.
Yes. Provide details of your wall type, wall thickness and application and Konsa can help identify suitable products from the available range.