What is a SHS Windpost?
SHS Windpost – A box section (Square Hollow Section) built within the cavity or inner leaf tying the inner and outer wall with wall ties, fixed at the base with a welded baseplate and top with a loose top angle cleat.
You can CONFIGURE ONLINE a SHS windpost (80x80x5) section which is 3500mm in length and comes with a welded base plate (250x250x10). Below is an explanation of how to use our online configurator with various tips for each stage.
Step 1 – Select your post. For this windpost, there will only be 1 option to choose from. You may view our Techincal Drawings on our item page to see all details on this post.
Step 2 – Select your wall ties. We recommend that a wall tie pack is added to your configuration as we supply the stainless steel wall tie, tek-screw/ washer and an isolation pad to debond the stainless steel tie from the galvanized stem to prohibit cross contamination of materials.
Finalise – You have now build your SHS Post. Now just amend your quantity and add to basket!
Visit your basket to review your order. You can click on CALCULATE MY SHIPPING to review all collection and delivery options from our Premium Next Day, Fast Track, Standard or Free Delivery (up to 10 days) shipping. Alternatively, you can also Click & Collect from us!
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