BS EN 845-1:2001

This European Standard specifies requirements for ties, tension straps, hangers and brackets for interconnecting masonry and for connecting masonry to other parts of works and buildings including walls, floors, beams, and columns. Where anchors or fasteners are supplied or specified as part of an ancillary component, the requirements including performance requirements apply to the complete product. The following are not covered by this standard: fire performance requirements, anchors and fasteners other than as part of an ancillary component, shelf angles, wall starter plates for trying into existing walls.Requirements for ties, straps, hangers and brackets used in masonry construction