Block Ladder

Ladder/Truss

Block Reinforcement Ladder / Truss

Block Reinforcement Ladder/Truss is designed to reinforce masonry blockwork, enhancing the structural strength of walls subjected to high or severe load conditions. It effectively minimizes cracking, reduces the impact of vibration and differential settlement, and compensates for temperature-induced movement. In simple terms, it enables masonry walls to perform as a single, unified structural element.


Applications & Benefits

  • Increases structural integrity of masonry walls

  • Prevents and controls wall cracking

  • Reduces effects of vibration and differential settlement

  • Enhances resistance to thermal expansion and contraction

  • Improves load distribution across blockwork

  • Ensures masonry acts as a single composite unit


Specifications

  • ASTM A951 / A951M-22

  • BS EN 845-3:2003


Materials

  • Mild Steel conforming to ASTM A1064 and ASTM A82

  • Hot Dip Galvanized after fabrication to ASTM A153 / BS EN 1461

  • Stainless Steel to ASTM A580 / BS EN 10088


Technical Details

  • Main wire diameter: minimum 3.8 mm (deformed type recommended)

  • Rung spacing: not more than 400 mm

  • Deformed wires are recommended to improve friction and bonding with mortar

  • Recommended installation: every two to three courses of blockwork


Custom Options

  • Heavy-duty 4.8 mm wire available upon special request for severe applications

  • Tee and elbow sections can be manufactured

  • Custom widths and configurations available as per project requirements