Atlas: The next generation of masonry support.

Off-the-shelf masonry support for modern construction

As clients and main contractors take a more proactive approach to design and value engineering, traditional welded masonry support systems are increasingly struggling to deliver the flexibility and adaptability required by these modern fast-track projects.

Conventional welded systems simply do not allow for on-site adjustment or accommodate variations in cavities and loads, and the smallest of changes can make an entire system obsolete. These bespoke systems often require a long approval process, take longer to manufacture and are often more expensive to install. This, coupled with a need for fast, flexible construction, has led ACS to develop a revolutionary alternative.

The Atlas Advantage

• Supplied from stock
• Non project specific
• Fast and simple to install
• Easily assembled by one person
• Revolutionary front loading system
• Highly adaptable and adjustable
• Simple online specification process
• Easy to store and transport

The fast, flexible alternative

Atlas is a patented off-the-shelf masonry support system designed and manufactured to meet the demands of modern construction projects.

Engineered specifically to support the external masonry facades of concrete and steel structures, it is cost-effective, convenient and is designed to accommodate for cavities ranging from 60 to 130mm, and loads of up to 14kN*.

As an off-the-shelf system, Atlas brackets and angles are interchangeable, can be easily moved around site and requires no setting out or detailed layouts.

_{* 14kN + Systems Also Available As Special Order}

Front-loading for effortless installation

For ease of use, Atlas has been designed with a patented front-loading bracket and separate 'clip-in' angle. This allows it to be easily fitted and adjusted by only one non-specialist construction worker, reducing labour costs to a minimum and ensuring considerable timesavings.

For added convenience, Atlas angles are supplied in easy to handle 1000mm** lengths. A standard front-loading corner system, comprising of two 45 degree mitred angles and three brackets per angle is available from stock. An innovative self-encapsulated design with fewer components also means fewer tools are required for installation - minimising the risk of losing equipment or components down the cavity.

_{** 800mm on 14kn or above}

Atlas Accessories

The Atlas range comprises a collection of products specially designed to increase the scope and capabilities of the system. This range includes; top cleats and soffit cleats for thin slab applications, full bearing stainless steel shims in various thicknesses and a complete range of concrete and steel fixings to allow Atlas to be fixed to most structures. The Atlas accessories range is supplied ex stock and is designed to suit the complete range of system loads.

How Atlas works

• Two brackets are installed on the structure* and the angle platform simply clips onto the front of the bracket.
• Finger-tightening of the integrated locking screw on the side of the bracket securely locks the angle in place.
• The process can easily be reversed where a different depth bracket are required.

_{* 3 Brackets on corner systems}

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The Atlas Range

Three distinct systems are available to accommodate a range of masonry loads up to 14kN/m, and cavities from 60 to 130mm (as shown below). Greater loads and cavities can be achieved through the use our specially designed Atlas accessories under the guidance of our Technical team.

Prepare for the unknown

Unlike bespoke welded support systems, Atlas can be instantly adjusted on site, to meet your requirements.

A co-ordinated range of interchangeable brackets and shims allow the system to be adjusted in 1mm increments. Printed fixed zones on each angle allow for lateral adjustments of 25mm on either side preventing unnecessary drilling. And our unique Alpha Bracket and Washer system offers 5mm more of vertical adjustment than traditional serrated systems. The system additionally includes a positive lock mechanism which increases load capacity and safeguards against catastrophic failure. This, enables fewer brackets to be used and could mean cost savings of 10% on a typical installation.

Easy to specify

Other attempts to produce off the shelf support systems have often placed all the responsibility for design on the client; a daunting prospect for all but the most talented of engineers.

With Atlas you can specify your system online, simply by logging onto our website and following a few basic on-screen instructions. Our unique Atlas specification software will then automatically produce supporting engineering calculations and approval drawings, reducing the time taken to complete the standard manual approval process and removing the risk of error.

Still unsure? Your ACS Account Manager will happily feed your data in on your behalf and email you your system, it drawings, and calculations within minutes.

You may also wish to refer to the load/capacity tables shown with each product.

Always In Stock

Atlas is supplied off-the-shelf from stock and uses component parts, and is always ready for immediate dispatch. This allows you to order components, as and when they are required, and reuse excess items on other projects.

Proven Performance

The Atlas system has been designed in-house by highly qualified engineers using cutting edge 3D Computer Aided Engineering & Design software.

All Atlas components have been independently tested and are supported by certified calculations and physical test data.