Fischer FID and Thermax anchors for ITE

 External Thermal Insulation (ETI) has grown significantly in recent years, particularly in multi-family housing. Meeting the thermal requirements of RT 2012 and low-energy building projects, ETI can reinforce the insulation of walls, new constructions, and buildings undergoing renovation, with an additional insulating exterior envelope. It thus ensures a better energy balance, with a high level of thermal performance, and reduces heating consumption. However, fixing to external thermal insulation can pose problems with thermal bridges in certain areas. To address this issue, the fixing expert fischer offers anchoring solutions that allow you to go into or through the external insulation with FID and Thermax anchors.

The thermal conduction of the fixing elements is very important when using them in ITE systems. The quality of the fasteners for ITE fischer is reflected in their very low level of thermal conductivity which prevents thermal bridges. They help prevent heat loss and save energy, without damaging the quality of the insulation.    For fixing lightweight elements (outdoor lighting, motion detectors, etc.) in coated and uncoated insulating panels (EPS, PU, ​​etc.), the FID 50 and FID 90 fischer screw anchors are perfectly suited. They are installed only in the insulation. Their geometry allows for simple assembly, without pre-drilling, in thin plasters, and their footprint ensures quick and easy installation with standard tools. As a result, FID anchors significantly reduce installation time. The special spiral thread of the FID anchors is screwed into the insulation board with a form-locking mechanism. The elements are fixed with a ø 4,5 mm (FID 50) or ø 6 mm (FID 90) screw. To prevent water infiltration into the insulation, the edges of the fixing must be sealed after mounting flush with the dowel. The FID 50 can be fixed in thin insulation panels from 50 mm with a supported load of 5 to 9 kg. As for the FID 90, it is used in thicker panels and can support larger loads (8 to 14 kg).      For remote mounting of medium and heavy loads in ITE composite systems, Fischer has developed the Thermax range of fasteners.    Thermax 8 and 10 anchors are ideal for fixing medium loads (up to 50 kg) such as rainwater downpipes, alarm devices, lightning rods... in all common materials (brick, concrete, cellular concrete, hollow concrete block, etc.). The remote mounting of the Thermax 8 and 10 allows adjustment of the element to be fixed to the desired location, while avoiding marking or damaging the insulation. The elements have perfect hold even on uneven surfaces. Used with the UX universal anchor, the Thermax 8 and 10 anchor securely in the support. The nylon insulation cone of the Thermax 8 and 10 ensures a reliable thermal break between the part to be fixed and the anchored part of the rod, and thus offers an energy-optimized fixing. Reinforced with fiberglass, the self-cutting nylon cone cuts the coating directly into the insulating layer and allows for quick and easy installation without the need for special tools. Thermax 8 and 10 allow penetration of insulation systems from 45 mm to 240 mm and offer multiple connection possibilities with chipboard screws (4,5 - 6 mm), sheet metal screws (6,3 mm) and metric screws (M6/8/10).   Thermax 12 and 16 anchors are designed for anchoring heavy loads, up to 340 kg in concrete, such as awnings, air conditioners, satellite dishes, etc. on exterior walls with composite ITE systems. This remote mounting system used with high-performance FIS HT, FIS V and FIS EM resins for high loads is approved for many building materials (silico-calcareous brick, hollow concrete block, etc.) which guarantees a secure fixing.  They can be installed quickly, without special tools, securely, and can pass through insulation from 60 to 170 mm without thermal bridging. This thermal barrier is possible thanks to the high-performance nylon cone reinforced with fiberglass, which limits heat loss. The end of the cone is self-milling to better penetrate the coating into the insulating layer. In case of resistant coating (e.g. thick cement), the use of a Thermax cutter (supplied) is recommended to cut the coating. Finally, the use of a sealant between the cone and the plaster makes it possible to seal the facade at the level of the plaster.