The proven Split Set® system: friction rock stabilizer

The Split Set stabilizer also called friction stabilizer has only two parts: a tube and a bearing plate. The high strength steel tube has a slot along its length. One end is tapered for easy insertion, and the other has a welded ring flange to hold the plate. With the domed plate in place, the tube is driven into a slightly smaller hole by percussion, with a pneumatic or hydraulic hammer. As the tube slides into place, its full-length slot narrows: the tube exerts radial pressure against the rock over its full contact length. Plate loading is generated immediately upon installation. The Split Set stabilizer is a full length rock support with immediate tight grip.