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Why are the masonry ties red? |
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The wire that is used to manufacture the masonry ties is provided by Onesteel. To meet the AS/NZ standards Onesteel have been able to achieve a 470gm/m2 coating of galvanising. To distinguish this from other galvanised wire an additional process of coating the wire RED was introduced. |
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| Q. |
Do our masonry ties meet the classifications detailed in AS/NZ 3700:2001? |
| A. |
Independent testing by BRANZ has classified our ties as shown on this website. Information is also shown on the packaging. |
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| Q. |
What is R3 and R4 durability? |
| A. |
R3 - 470 gm/m2 Galvanised Wire (red)
R4 - 316 grade Stainless Steel Wire |
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| Q. |
When do I need to use R4? |
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Less than 1km from breaking surf.
Less than 100m from salt water not breaking surf.
Within heavy industrial areas. |
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| Q. |
Can I get non standard sizes? |
| A. |
Yes, however you will be responsible to ensure that they meet engineering standards. |
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| Q. |
Can we manufacture light engineering products to customer specification? |
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Yes, we have a full ISO certified workshop that employs a wide range of metal tradesmen. |
