Rawlplug — Concrete screw
Concrete screw advertised as approved according to ETA-17/0806 for use in cracked and uncracked concrete under dry internal conditions.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Injuries
- Catégorie
- Construction products
- Risque
- The screws are susceptible to hydrogen embrittlement, even with a low load. Sudden failure of the concrete screws may cause heavy individual parts to crash to the ground, causing injuries.
- Origin
- Poland
⚖️ Actions ordonnées par les autorités
- ▸ (to: Manufacturer) Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- ▸ (to: Manufacturer) Withdrawal of the product from market
- ▸ (to: Manufacturer) Warning consumers of the risks
What is this? This is a metal screw made by Rawlplug for fixing things into concrete. It can become weak and break suddenly.
What's happening? Some of these screws may crack or snap without warning, even under normal use. If they break, heavy parts could fall and hurt someone.
Does this affect me? If you live in Germany, France, or Slovenia and have bought these screws, you could be at risk.
What should I do? Stop using the screws and ask a builder or a shop for a safe replacement. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you are hurt.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Construction products · Hazard: The screws are susceptible to hydrogen embrittlement, even with a low load. Sudden failure of the concrete screws may cause heavy individual parts to crash to the ground, causing injuries. · Origin: Poland
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