New Design Provisions for Anchor Channel Fastenings According to CEN

摘要

Architects specify cast-in anchor channels as an alternative anchoring method. Design principles based on the German National Approval (DIBt) date back to the early seventies and are based on steel failure. The new European Code CEN-TS 1992-4-3 comprehensively covers anchor channel design featuring partial safety factors and design flexibility through use of various parameters. This paper discusses the structural differences in the two design concepts. The verification procedure for anchor channel design is also briefly described. Lastly, the benefits in terms of additional safety and cost efficiency in rail and door fastening are explained.