Drop-In Anchors
ICCONS professional anchoring solutions include a wide range of drop-in anchors for residential, commercial, industrial, and major civil infrastructure construction. Available in zinc and stainless steel variations, our internally threaded drop-in expansion anchors are perfect for all plumbing, HVAC, and electrical applications requiring a fixture point for threaded rod. ICCONS range of drop-in anchors offers options that are national code compliant, fire rated, ETA and cracked concrete approved.

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Drop-In Anchors in Australian Construction
What is a Drop-In Anchor?
Types of Drop-In Anchors
- Standard Drop-In Anchors: Sets flush to the surface, commonly available in sizes M6 to M20. Dependent on hole depth to determine concrete embedment.
- Lipped Drop-In Anchors: The lipped collar prevents the anchor sleeve from slipping in to the drilled hole. Also suitable for Hollow substrates. Commonly available sizes are M10 & M12.
- Shallow Drop-In Anchors: Ideal for applications where a shallow concrete embedment is preferred, also suitable for Hollow substrates. Commonly available sizes are M10 & M12.
- Stainless Steel Drop-In Anchors: Manufactured entirely from stainless steel, suitable for outdoor or other corrosive environments.
Common Applications for Drop-In Anchors
HVAC
- AC ducting
- Exhaust fans
- Supply pipes
- Plumbing
- Sewer lines
- Water lines
- Drainage lines
- Gas lines
Electrical
- Cabe Trays Support System
- Hanging lights
Fire
- Sprinkler Systems
Ceiling
- Suspended ceilings
- Installing Flush Finish Bolts: Securely attaching support brackets, baseplates, racking etc. to concrete walls or ceilings.
- Infrastructure Projects: Fastening signs, lights, and public fixtures in urban settings.
- Machinery Installation: Anchoring machinery and equipment in industrial settings.
- Temporary Installations: Erecting scaffolding, temporary fencing, or formwork in construction sites.
How to use Drop-in Anchors
- Drilling a Hole: Check the concrete is well compacted and without substantial voids. Suitable for dry, wet and flooded holes. Use drill in hammer mode. Drill according to specified depths in previous tables. Check correct hole size and drill with a fresh Carbide Hammer Drill Bit.
- Cleaning Hole: Remove dust and debris with a blow pump or compressed air
- Insert the Anchor in the drilled hole.
- Using the correct specified setting tool, fully expand the anchor with a hammer or other similar device.
- Securing the Fixture: Fastening the object with a compatible bolt or threaded rod.
Suitable Materials for Drop-In Anchors
- Solid Cracked and Non-cracked concrete structures.
- Hollow core Concrete Panels
- Pre-stressed concrete panels requiring shallow embedment.
- Formed Bondek
- Dense stone materials.
Who Should Use Drop-In Anchors
- Builders dealing with concrete structures.
- Plumbers (Pipe Support)
- Electricians (Cable Tray Support)
- Light Installers (suspended lights)
- Ceiling installers (suspended Ceilings)
- Fire Protection Installers (Sprinkler System)
- Steel fabricators (suspended bracing)
- HVAC installers (AC Duct Support, Pipe Support etc.)
- Carpenters (Beam Support)
- General Commercial Contractors
- General Infrastructure Contractors
- Maintenance teams in commercial or industrial settings.
- Skilled DIY enthusiasts undertaking concrete anchoring projects.