Structural Sock Anchor Specialists

Structural anchoring is a method of repair that reinforces and strengthens a structure or building using a grouted sock anchor system. They can be applied to historical properties, masonry bridges, monuments, railway structures and walls.

Peter Cox’s specialist team of installers are experienced in carrying out structural anchoring using these grouted sock anchors, which are excellent for regeneration or refurbishment projects as the anchors are often concealed.

Operating across the UK, we can work with project managers or structural engineers to specify a solution using grouted sock anchor systems, which are extremely versatile.

Peter Cox are approved installers of Helifix and Cintec structural anchors and have considerable experience of working with structural engineers.

Grouted masonry anchors use a sock system to stabilise damaged masonry, with the sock expanding to form a strong chemical/mechanical bond. The anchor consists of a stainless steel bar surrounded by a woven fabric mesh sleeve. Under pressure a cementitious grout is injected into the sleeve, which causes the sleeve to expand and mould itself within the space it has been inserted, creating a bond with the surrounding substrate.

The versatile nature of this product means it can be used for a vast array of projects, as it can be customised to any specification. These are purpose designed for each project or application and are highly effective in poor quality materials, and for bridging cavities in walls or structures.

They can be used for stabilising rubble filled walls, heavy duty and high load applications, masonry stabilisation, arch consolidation and lateral restraints, while various attachments can be welded to the anchor head. The anchoring system can be used on an array of materials including stone, concrete, clay, terracotta and even timber. It can also be used underwater and in weak substrates.

A survey from a qualified professional will be able to assess the extent of the issue, working closely with any structural engineers. They will then provide recommendations for structural anchoring in a detailed survey report.

Typically the installation process of structural anchors includes:

Peter Cox has over 70 years of experience in the property preservation industry, and are approved installers of both Cintec and Helifix structural anchoring systems. We work closely with manufacturers meaning we are able to provide the best quality repairs through as our operatives have conducted specialist training and follow best practices.

Peter Cox have been carrying out structural repairs using Cintec reinforcement and anchoring system for decades, with various projects across the country, from listed buildings and historic properties to railway bridges and viaduct repairs.

We work closely with Helifix and are an approved Helifix contractor - meaning we’ve completed Helifix’s rigorous approval and training process to fit all types of products, including Helifix ties and SockFix systems.

Peter Cox can provide cost effective and detailed repair recommendations for a range of structural repairs.

Peter Cox works closely with industry manufacturers and has considerable experience of working with structural engineers across the country. Our trained and certificated technicians undergo vigorous in house training in order to carry out such repairs. We work extensively with the public sector, providing local authorities and social housing providers with effective solutions for numerous property preservation issues.

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  What are Cintec anchors?

  Cintec anchors is another name for grout filled structural anchor systems which use a steel bar surrounded by a fabric sleeve that is filled with grout under pressure. Peter Cox are approved installers of Cintec structural anchor systems.

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  What is a grout sock?

  A grout sock is the fabric surrounding a stainless steel bar, used as a structural anchor. The sock is put in position before being filled with cementitious grout under pressure. The sock then expands around the stainless steel bar and bonds with the substrate, securing the anchor in place, providing structural integrity to a wall or structure.

Our local team of experts are here to give helpful and friendly advice or to answer any queries you may have. If you think you will benefit from a property inspection we can also arrange for a structural survey with one one of our professional surveyors.