AZZ04 Stainlsess Steel Omega bracket For Nature Stone Cladding And Fixing

AZZ04 Stainless Steel Omega Bracket for Natural Stone Cladding and Fixing

The AZZ04 Stainless Steel Omega Bracket is a specialized structural component engineered for the secure anchoring of natural stone panels in ventilated facade systems. Designed with an Omega-shaped profile, this bracket provides a robust mechanical connection between the building substrate and the stone cladding. Manufactured from corrosion-resistant stainless steel, it is specifically developed to manage the dead loads of heavy stone materials while accommodating thermal expansion and wind pressure. Its geometry allows for precise adjustment during installation, ensuring a level and flush finish for exterior and interior stone walls.

Core Advantages

• Structural Integrity: The Omega profile distributes mechanical stress across the fastener points, reducing the risk of point-load failure in heavy stone applications.
• Corrosion Resistance: Utilizing high-grade stainless steel ensures the bracket remains structurally sound in humid, coastal, or industrially polluted environments.
• Installation Precision: The design facilitates multi-axial adjustment, allowing installers to compensate for irregularities in the masonry or concrete substrate.
• Thermal Adaptability: The bracket system allows for independent movement of stone panels, preventing cracks caused by the thermal expansion and contraction of the building envelope.

Technical Specifications and Features

Primary Application Scenarios

• Ventilated Facades: Used as the primary fixing component for granite, marble, and limestone cladding on commercial and residential high-rise buildings.
• Interior Heavy Cladding: Securement of decorative stone features in lobbies, airports, and public infrastructure.
• Renovation Projects: Retrofitting stone panels over existing masonry to improve aesthetic and thermal performance.
• Wet-Cladding Reinforcement: Acts as a mechanical safety anchor in conjunction with traditional mortar fixing methods.

Installation and Safety Guidelines

Substrate Preparation

Ensure the concrete or masonry substrate is structurally sound and free of loose debris. Drill holes must correspond precisely to the diameter of the expansion anchors or chemical bolts used with the AZZ04 bracket.

Material Compatibility

Only use stainless steel fasteners (bolts, nuts, and washers) with the AZZ04 bracket to prevent galvanic corrosion. Mixing carbon steel fasteners with stainless steel brackets leads to accelerated oxidation and system failure.

Storage Conditions

Store brackets in a dry environment, away from direct contact with carbon steel products or chemicals containing chlorides. Keeping the brackets in their original packaging until installation prevents surface contamination and scratches that could compromise the passive layer of the steel.

Load Calculation Notice

The spacing and thickness of the AZZ04 brackets must be determined by a structural engineer based on the specific specific gravity of the stone, the wind load requirements of the geographic region, and the total height of the facade.

AZZ04 Omega Bracket Stone Fixing System/ Z Anchor For Soffits

●Technical Details

Stainless steel 201 304 316 angle for marble cladding fixing
Projections between 45 and 135 mm
Loads up to 800N

Suitable for horizontal & vertical joints

Stone thicknesses 20-50 mm

Fastened on to load bearing walls with expansion bolts and on to channels with set screws
Material: 1.4571/1.4404/1.4401 (A4/AISI 316) or 1.4301 (A2/AISI 304)