General Information

LOAD REQUIREMENTS:
The primary function of a wall tie system is to enable the outer masonry to withstand wind loads while allowing differential movement between adjacent wythes. Masonry walls should not be considered as a continuous panel but rather as a series of load sharing units.


SITE TESTING:
Wherever possible we strongly recommend in-situ testing be conducted to verify pull out loads particular to the specific situation. SPIRA-LOK™ ties may be load tested immediately after installation to verify the strength of the connection. The BLOK-LOK® field test apparatus is custom designed for this purpose. A test key, sized for the appropriate diameter of the helical tie, is quickly installed and a test load applied. The easily read dial indicates the applied load.


TOOLS & ACCESSORIES:
All installation components required, whether for a new construction, refacing or dry set pinning application are available from BLOK-LOK®.  Contact us for more details.


TIE SELECTION:

1. SPIRA-LOK™ ties are available in 4.5 mm, 6.0 mm, 8.0 mm and 10.0 mm diameters.
   Tie length to suit wall conditions.
   
2. Ties are produced from austenitic stainless steel Type 304. Type 316 Stainless is also available for more severe corrosive environments.

WARRANTY:
Seller makes no warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, except that the goods sold under this agreement shall be of the standard quality of seller, and buyer assumes all risk and liability resulting from the use of the goods, whether used singly or in combination with other goods. Seller neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume for seller any other liability in connection with the sale or use of the goods sold, and there is no oral agreement or warranty collateral to or affecting this transaction.