Connolly, the leading supplier of key joint & jointing accessories extends to include Dowel Cradles.

Connolly, the leading supplier of key joint and jointing accessories in Australia, has extended their product range to include Dowel Cradle assemblies. The use of Dowel Cradles is becoming popular for use with saw cut joints on large industrial projects.

Dowel Cradles, sometimes called dowel baskets, ensure that accurate horizontal and vertical alignment of dowels is maintained during concrete placement. Maintaining correct alignment of dowels across the joint is recognised as being the most important aspect of forming a doweled joint.

Connolly dowel cradles are produced with either round or square dowels in most popular lengths and slab depths or they can be made to your specific individual requirements. Where square dowels are specified, Connolly Universal Dowel Sleeves are used as part of the manufacture of the new Dowel Cradles to allow lateral movement of the dowels along the joint line.

Made from 7.65mm wire, the cradles form a rigid assembly capable of withstanding the harsh treatment they frequently receive from construction activities. Made in standard 2.4m lengths they are easy to handle and transport, saving both time and money.

Dowel Cradles offer the advantages of:

• Stable placement of dowels
• Replaces the need for Bar Chairs
• Quicker set up time on dowel installation
• Eliminates the need to tie dowels
• Single pours
• Save costs

The Dowel Cradles will be available in a variety of popular sizes or we will also custom make to your slab specifications.