Approved Document Part B Update : Section 10 ‘Resisting Fire Spread Over External Walls’.

Further to the December 2022 update to approved Document Part B, we are providing an update on the relevant guidance for our standard plastic ventilation products and non-combustible ventilation products. Following the amendment to approved document Part B in England, all ‘Residential’ purpose groups have now been included within section 10 ‘Resisting Fire Spread Over […]
Grayson & ACS Sign New Four-Year Exclusive Distribution Deal

Grayson (GB) Ltd have become ACS Stainless Steel Fixings Ltd‘s sole UK distributor for Wall Ties and standard products for a period of four years. This mutually beneficial trading agreement was signed by both managing directors David Flannery and Tony Higson and will cement the business partnership up to 2027. Grayson will now become the primary vehicle to deliver ACS’s […]
Use Carbon Steels in Brickwork Facades

It is deeply concerning that galvanised carbon steel movement ties are once again being offered as a low-cost alternative to stainless steel for external masonry. Don’t be tempted. The consequences of specifying, procuring or installing non-compliant products can be severe. The Facts – Galvanised carbon steel WILL fail in facing brickwork. Galvanising is simply […]