HAPAS approves reinforcing bar couplers from Ancon

Latest News Wed, Mar 23, 2016 9:20 AM

HAPAS approves reinforcing bar couplers from Ancon

Ancon is pleased to announce its MBT mechanically-bolted couplers are the first reinforcing bar splicing system to be approved by HAPAS, the Highway Authorities Product Approval Scheme.

This approval provides independent assurance of the product’s suitability for infrastructure work.

Ancon MBT ET-type couplers have been independently proven to have 100% strength of the bars being joined and exceed ‘Class D’ fatigue strength requirements (BS 5400-10C:1999).

The HAPAS certificate confirms MBT ET-type couplers meet the necessary requirements for proprietary mechanical joints in reinforcing bars given in the Manual of Contract Documents for Highways Works (MCHW)(1), Volume 1 Specification for Highways Works (SHW), Series 1700 Structural Concrete and Standard BD 24/92.

MBT-ET couplers are ideal for use when cutting out and replacing corroded reinforcement as part of a highway maintenance contract, where bar end threading or rotation would be impossible. They are available in sizes from 10mm to 40mm and join straight deformed high-yield carbon steel bars (grade 500) of the same diameter.

The two bar ends are supported within the coupler on two serrated saddles and are locked in place by a series of special lockshear bolts, the heads of which shear off when the predetermined tightening torque is reached to provide a visual check of correct installation.

The MBT-ET range has been rigorously assessed to a pre-agreed national approval arrangement that removes the need for individual UK highway authorities to carry out their own assessment of the product. The in-depth approval process involved laboratory testing, performance trials, material assessments and audits of Ancon’s manufacturing processes and quality controls.

Featured News

Specification news
HOW PULSE FIBRE DELIVERS DAY ONE INTERNET CONNECTIVITY

Moving into a new home should be a moment of excitement and possibility. Yet, for...

Read More >>

Specification news
Flying the Flag: Ravatherm XPS X is ‘Made in...

King’s Lynn Manufacturer, Ravago Building Solutions UK, has joined the ‘Made in...

Read More >>

BUILDING PRODUCT LIBRARY - LATEST BROCHURES

AKW Bathroom Catalogue 2025 Brochure

AKW Bathroom Catalog...
By AKW

Download Now >>

Baths Collection Brochure Brochure

Baths Collection Bro...
By AKW

Download Now >>

Your high performance facade panel. With James Hardie, It’s Possible™ Brochure

Your high performanc...
By James Hardie

Download Now >>

James Hardie brings unique designs to life with beautiful fibre cement products that are built to last. It’s Possible™ Brochure

James Hardie brings...
By James Hardie

Download Now >>

fermacell® The Specification Guide Brochure

fermacell® The Speci...
By James Hardie

Download Now >>

BUILDING PRODUCT DIRECTORY - LATEST PRODUCTS

SOPRALENE FLAM 180 AF
SOPRALENE FLAM 180 AF

Membrane composed of elastomer modified bitumen and a non woven polyester reinforcement.The upper...

Read More >>

FLAGON SR DE PVC
FLAGON SR DE PVC

Membrane composed of flexible PVC and a polyester reinforcement. Available in different RAL...

Read More >>

FLAGON S PVC
FLAGON S PVC

Membrane composed of flexible PVC. Available in different RAL Colours.Used for detailing work. The...

Read More >>

CONSTRUCTION VIDEOS - LATEST VIDEOS

Why our Canopies Last Longer
Why our Canopies Last Longer

https://www.aandslandscape.co.uk/ Find out why A&S Landscape Canopies last longer than alternatives....

Watch Now >>

Enclosed Dining Canopy - Hampton Gardens School
Enclosed Dining Canopy - Hampton Gardens School

A&S Landscape designed and installed a large enclosed, curved roof canopy for Hampton Gardens School...

Watch Now >>

Dining Area Canopy at John Spendluffe Technology College
Dining Area Canopy at John Spendluffe Technology College

We designed and installed a new dining area canopy for John Spendluffe Technology College. This has...

Watch Now >>