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EPIC PROPORTIONS The FIS EM Plus expoxy was developed in-house by fischer’s own research department. Now the fixings specialist has a host of suitably in-depth and comprehensive supporting information, training and awareness campaign for the popular product… ischer’s FIS EM Plus professional epoxy system has been used on some projects of epic proportions, including the world’s longest sea crossing bridge – China’s Hong Kong-ZhuhaiMacau Bridge, the 100-year old St Pauli Elbtunnel in Hamburg and even the world’s tallest statue, India’s Statue of Unity. fischer is backing the product with plenty of support, including a whitepaper for structural engineers. Available to download free of charge, the whitepaper details the applications of the FIS EM Plus injection mortar in combination with system components for anchorages in sealing surfaces (according to Germany’s water resources law (WRL)). The fixing system allows facilities storing water polluting substances to be fastened securely, thereby protecting ground water over the long term. fischer also has a separate microsite and brochure specifically for anchorages in sealing surfaces.
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// FIS EM Plus pro epoxy system has been used on big projects, including the world’s longest sea crossing bridge. // A significant awareness campaign launched in Q3 has included application and advantages clips on fischer’s online and social media channels, together with expert interviews. The fixing specialist also keeps planners, structural engineers and other target groups up to date with its latest fixing solutions and applicable regulations through the online and inperson training sessions at the fischer Academy. This currently includes seminars on the latest developments as well as on design and planning as well as practical applications of the FIS EM Plus professional solution. Technical and application Together with its system components, fischer FIS EM Plus permanently and safely transfers heavy loads into concrete even under the most extreme conditions. Its two European Technical Assessments (ETAs) and its ICC approval for the USA and countries in the Far East comprise fastenings in concrete in addition to post-installed rebar connections and an extended service life of 100 years. The Stuttgart engineering office IEA has also certified that anchorages using the fischer FIS EM Plus have a service life of 120 years.
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