How does a non-load-bearing system differ from a load-bearing system?
A non-load-bearing system is a construction which does not contribute to the stability of the building. If the embedment fails, the fastened construction falls down, but the building remains intact. Good examples of non-load-bearing systems are pipelines and ventilation lines, railings, suspended ceiling constructions, and last but not least, rainscreen facades. In contrast, load-bearing systems are, for example, steel girders that serve as supports for ceilings.
What is single fastening vs multiple fastening?
With a so-called multiple fastening system, the load is transferred to at least two adjacent fastening points in the event of a failure of one of the fastening points. A multiple fastening system, therefore, requires at least three fastening points, which are structurally connected to each other. A fastening point can only consist of one anchor, although several anchors can also be used for one fastening point, for instance, with an anchor plate.
