SPAX — SX-BS-08
Concrete screw advertised as approved according to ETA 20/0859 for use in cracked and uncracked concrete for use in dry internal conditions
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Injuries
- Catégorie
- Construction products
- Risque
- The screws are sensitive to hydrogen embrittlement and may fail, without any prior warning signs. The screws can also fail at low loading, shortly after installation or after longer time. Sudden failure of the concrete screws may cause heavy elements to fall, causing injuries to bystanders.
- Origin
- Germany
⚖️ Actions ordonnées par les autorités
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Warning consumers of the risks
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Stop of sales
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Withdrawal of the product from market
What is this? These are metal screws made by SPAX. They can break suddenly without warning because of a hidden flaw.
What's happening? The screws may fail when used in concrete. If they break, heavy parts could fall and hurt people nearby.
Does this affect me? If you have these screws in Germany or France, check where they were used.
What should I do? Stop using them right away. Ask a builder or your local store for safe replacements. Talk to a doctor if you are hurt.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Construction products · Hazard: The screws are sensitive to hydrogen embrittlement and may fail, without any prior warning signs. The screws can also fail at low loading, shortly after installation or after longer time. Sudden failure of the concrete screws may cause heavy elements to fall, causing injuries to bystanders. · Origin: Germany
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