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Month: June 2024

NEWS | Industry-first Passive House certification for Welded Masonry Support

Posted on by Siobhan Martin

We are delighted to announce that our Welded Masonry Support (WMS) system has become a certified Passive House component and marked us as the first masonry support manufacturer to receive Passive House certification for a masonry support system. 

The globally recognised standard for the construction of low-energy buildings, Passive House homes offer ‘thermal bridge free’ construction and are characterised by high levels of comfort with very low energy consumption. To be certified by the Passive House Institute, products must be tested according to uniform criteria and proven to be of excellent quality regarding energy efficiency.

Following the testing and certification process, our WMS system achieved an impressive Class phA. This advanced component status is just one level below the highest possible standard. Compromising fixed brackets welded to a stainless steel angle support shelf, our WMS systems are designed and manufactured to engineers’ specifications on a project basis and the material content of the system is optimised to ensure the most economical solution is designed. Each system is supplied with fixings and Thermal A1 Fire-rated Shims to prevent any thermal transfer to the building.

Andy Neal, Managing Director of IG Masonry Support said: ‘We are thrilled our Welded Masonry Support has been awarded Passive House certification. Third-party certification for structural products has never been more important within the construction industry and Passive House certification is widely recognised as one of the most rigorous design and construction standards.”

The Passive House Institute evaluated the Welded Masonry Support system and it represented the successful construction of a certified passive house component that works with regard to the tested parameters. This third-party certification provides confidence and reassurance for architects and specifiers when using this system that it meets the Passive House standard.

Find out more about our Welded Masonry Support systems and other certifications that it holds.

BLOG | International Women In Engineering Day 2024 – Anisa Alla Interview

Posted on by Siobhan Martin

International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) celebrates its 11th year on 23 June 2024. The theme for this year is Enhanced by Engineering and celebrates the amazing work that women engineers worldwide are doing to support lives and livelihoods every day.

IG Masonry Support is proud to employ several female engineers. We caught up with our newest Structural Engineer, Anisa Alla, on what International Women in Engineering Day means to her.

What made you want to get into engineering?
My passion for engineering started in secondary school, where I enjoyed maths and loved drawing 3D objects. Later, my passion for physics and chemistry grew alongside maths and 3D design.

I enjoy using all the knowledge that maths, physics, chemistry and design has to offer as it allows me to question, explore, invent, discover, and create work that makes a genuine and lasting impact.

What does your role entail within IG Masonry Support?
I find my role as a Structural Engineer within the company rewarding and challenging. IG Masonry Support offers me great progression and a very supportive work environment. I have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, conduct advanced structural calculations, and collaborate with a team of skilled engineers. I can also apply my knowledge and passion for structural engineering and share this passion with other colleagues.

What do you enjoy most about your job?
The most rewarding part of my job is that I am fortunate enough to design projects that will be around for generations to come. I get a real sense of achievement when a project is finished.

What makes it more enjoyable is the support I get from my team. Our dedicated manager is always there to help us and create all the conditions needed to develop our knowledge and skills in a positive environment. The opportunities for career growth and development within the company are endless.

How do you think we can encourage more young women to pursue careers in engineering?
It’s not just about encouraging young woman to pursue a career in engineering. It’s about creating the environment and conditions at the early stages of education so they can succeed in their engineering careers. A career in structural engineering is a smart choice for anyone looking for a challenging, impactful, and well-compensated career. With diverse career paths, engaging work, good earning potential and opportunities for professional growth, structural engineering is a field that offers something for everyone.

For more information on our career opportunities, visit our careers page.