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HOLDING WEDGE [1 record]

Record 1 2016-03-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Joining Elements (Mechanical Components)
  • Joints and Connections (Construction)
  • Masonry Practice
DEF

Wedge used to tighten shores and centrings as well as to free them; used also for certain joints in masonry construction.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments d'assemblage (Composants mécaniques)
  • Joints et assemblages (Construction)
  • Maçonnerie
DEF

Cale pour serrer et dégager les étais et les cintrages et pour certains joints de construction en maçonnerie

Spanish

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