Birmingham New Street project saved time and money with Lindapter connections

The adjustable nature of Lindapters steelwork fixings has provided a time-saving and cost-effective connection solution for the Birmingham New Street project without the need for on-site drilling or welding. After Martifer designed the stunning façade, Network Rail stipulated that self-drilling screws were not suitable because the fixing must exceed the 40 year life expectancy of the stainless steel façade panels. Therefore, Network Rail's Civil Engineer for Birmingham New Street Gateway Project explored various cladding fixings from the UK, European and USA markets. He even seriously considered using British Aerospace, BAE System, jet fighter's body riveted connection for the station cladding. The Civil Engineer decided that Lindapters Hollo-Bolt was the best connection solution for this iconic structure as it met Network Rails safety and maintenance needs and the Council Planners requirements. The Engineer took advantage of Lindapters free connection design service and the research and development department to receive an engineered solution. The Lindapter R & D team developed a bespoke M5 countersunk Hollo-Bolt in stainless steel, which exceeded the maintenance and safety requirements, complemented the design of the façade and provided a quick and easy installation process. Lindapter products have been used throughout the £750 million renovation of Birmingham New Street and Grand Central building. As well as securing the façade, Lindapter fixings have been used to connect the building services, station fittings and over 60 premium retailers shop fronts. As a premium British manufacturer, Lindapter has industry leading product approvals and although Lindapter today has a wide range of fixings, the blind fastener was pioneered in Bradford in 1948. The Hollo-Bolt is the only expansion bolt for structural steel that is featured in the BCSA and SCI design guide Joints in Steel Construction. It is also the only expansion bolt to have full seismic approval for resisting wind loads and seismic loads. Visit www.Lindapter.com to download Lindapters new rail brochure, which includes a list of Network Rail approved products.

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