Anchor Recess
Description:
HULK Metal's Anchor Recesses provide the necessary interfaces for safe and efficient lifting operations in precast concrete production. These anchor recesses are carefully designed to form precise grooves during pouring, ensuring a perfect fit with the corresponding lifting anchor. HULK Metal supplies anchor recesses in various materials, sizes, and configurations, supporting different anchor systems. All precast concrete accessories are manufactured under a strict quality control system. Contact us today to meet your mass production or custom project needs.
Parameters of Recess Formers For Lifting Anchors:
| Name | Pin Anchor Recess Former | ||
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| Material | Rubber / Customizable | ||
| SWL (tons) | CODE | DIAMETER(mm) | WEIGHT with Bolt(kg/pc) |
| 1.3 | HM-RRF-013 | 60 | 0.1 |
| 2.5 | HM-RRF-025 | 74 | 0.2 |
| 5.0 | HM-RRF-050 | 94 | 0.4 |
| 7.5 | HM-RRF-075 | 118 | 0.6 |
| 10 | HM-RRF-100 | 118 | 0.6 |
| 15 | HM-RRF-150 | 160 | 1.4 |
| 20 | HM-RRF-200 | 160 | 1.5 |
| 32 | HM-RRF-320 | 214 | 3.7 |
| Name | Spread Anchor Recess Former | ||||
| Drawings | |||||
| Material | Rubber / Customizable | ||||
| CERTIFICATE | ISO9001 / CE | ||||
| SWL (tons) | CODE | A(mm) | B(mm) | C(mm) | D(mm) |
| 2.5 | SRF025-105 | 44 | 105 | 45 | M8 |
| 5.0 | SRF050-126 | 49 | 126 | 59 | M8 |
| 10.0 | SRF100-188 | 67 | 188 | 85 | M12 |
| 26.0 | SRF260-234 | 112 | 234 | 118 | M16 |
Features of Anchor Recess:
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What is Anchor Recess?
In the precast concrete industry, Anchor Recess typically refers to a "recess form" or "groove mold," a crucial positioning component. Its core function is to fix the lifting pin anchor in its predetermined position on the formwork during concrete pouring, forming a precise hemispherical or specifically shaped groove after the concrete has hardened.
This groove is critical: it ensures a perfect fit between the lifting clutch and the lifting pin anchor head, preventing misuse of components with different load ratings and guaranteeing lifting safety.
Type
To maximize structural integrity and lifting safety, HULK Metal designs specialized recess formers tailored to specific anchor systems:
Anchor Recess for Lifting Pin Anchors: These are designed to create the exact spherical cavity required for lifting clutches. By ensuring a precise fit, they prevent lateral movement and distribute stress evenly, maintaining a 99.8% qualification rate across high-volume production.
Anchor Recess for Spread Anchors: Specifically configured for the flat geometry of spread anchors, these formers ensure the lifting eye has sufficient clearance to engage. This configuration is vital for thin-walled panels where placement accuracy is non-negotiable.
Anchor Recess for Lifting Inserts: These facilitate the positioning of threaded inserts. Our engineering team has optimized these designs to prevent concrete slurry from entering the threads, reducing post-casting maintenance by 15% through improved efficiency.
Anchor Recess for Utility Anchors: Designed for versatile, light-duty applications, these formers provide a cost-effective solution for various precast utilities, ensuring consistent performance across diverse project scales.
Material Innovation and Selection
HULK Metal’s integrated supply chain allows us to manufacture recess formers in various materials to meet specific environmental and reuse requirements:
Rubber Anchor Recess: Known for exceptional durability and flexibility, our high-grade rubber formers are designed for multiple reuses. Their elastic nature allows for easy stripping without damaging the concrete edges, maintaining the architectural finish of the element.
Plastic Anchor Recess: Ideal for single-use or limited-cycle projects, our plastic variants offer a lightweight and economical alternative. Despite their cost-efficiency, they maintain high dimensional stability under the pressure of wet concrete.
Steel and Magnetic Anchor Recess: For high-precision industrial applications, our steel formers provide unmatched longevity. When integrated with high-strength magnets, they securely attach to steel formwork without the need for drilling, significantly accelerating production cycles.
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Anchor Recess with Shorter Lead Times:
Choosing the right anchor recess is a crucial step in ensuring the safety and efficiency of precast concrete component hoisting. As a precast component expert at HULK Metal, I recommend a professional selection based on the following four dimensions:
1. Matching the Anchor System
This is the most basic and important selection criterion. The anchor recess must be perfectly matched to the type and load group of the anchors used.
Lifting Pin Anchor: A spherical recess former must be selected to create a hemispherical space that allows the lifting anchor to penetrate deeply and engage.
Spread Anchor: A dedicated groove mold must be used; otherwise, the lifting ring will not be installed correctly.
Threaded Socket: Typically used with plastic or magnetic retaining discs to prevent concrete slurry from entering the threads.
2. Select Material Based on Reuse Frequency
HULK Metal manufactures Recess Formers in a variety of materials in its ISO 9001 certified factory to meet different cost and efficiency requirements:
Rubber: Excellent elasticity and durability, reusable multiple times. Its flexibility makes it less likely to damage concrete edges during demolding and easier to remove from cured concrete.
Plastic: Lower cost, typically used for single or limited-use projects. Although consumable, it is essential to ensure its shape stability under concrete pouring pressure.
Steel/Magnetic: Designed specifically for steel formwork. Magnetic Recess can be directly attached to the formwork without drilling, significantly shortening production cycles and reducing damage to the formwork.
3. Consider Working Conditions and Load Requirements
Load Rating: The formwork must be compatible with the corresponding SWL rating (1.3t, 2.5t, 5.0t, etc.). HULK Metal's design ensures that components between different load groups cannot be miscoupled, thus eliminating safety hazards.
Component Thickness: For thin-walled components, a Recess Former that can tightly fit with additional stiffeners (such as Angled Pull Reinforcement) must be selected to ensure that the load is safely transferred to the concrete.
4. Quality Certification and Delivery Standards
Compliance: Products with CE certification must be selected to comply with international lifting safety standards.
Pass Rate: Leveraging HULK Metal's integrated supply chain, we ensure a 99.8% pass rate for our products and provide comprehensive return and exchange services.
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Anchor Recess with Better Service:
24/7 Service:
Our dedicated support team is available around the clock to respond quickly to inquiries, provide technical guidance, and ensure smooth communication throughout ordering, production, and delivery stages.
Quality Assurance Services:
Each product undergoes strict inspections, material verification, and dimensional checks to meet international standards, ensuring consistent performance, safety, and reliability in precast concrete applications.
After-sales Service:
We offer responsive after-sales support, including technical assistance, replacement solutions, and problem resolution, ensuring long-term customer satisfaction and reliable project execution.
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Cost-controllable Anchor Recess:
Higher Quality Anchor Recess:
Manufactured with precise molds and durable materials, our anchor recesses ensure accurate positioning, reliable anchor engagement, and consistent performance in demanding precast concrete lifting applications.
All-round Cost Control:
Optimized material sourcing, efficient production processes, and stable supply chains help reduce overall costs while maintaining consistent quality and on-time delivery for large or custom orders.
Shaping Your Brand Image:
Consistent product quality, professional packaging, and reliable service support your brand reputation, helping you deliver dependable precast solutions that build long-term customer trust.
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Other Precast Concrete Accessories You Might Want to Know
Besides Anchor Recesses , we also offer Spherical Head Lifting Anchors, and Lifting Clutch For Concrete. You can click on the corresponding picture for details. We will provide you with a full range of production services, and you can rest assured to place your order with us.
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August 20, 2025Selecting the Right Lifting Accessory for Different Precast ApplicationsThe efficiency and safety of precast concrete installation depend not only on the precision of the concrete elements themselves but also on the lifting systems used to handle them. Every precast unit—whether it is a wall panel, a structural beam, or a compact architectural detail—requires the correct lifting accessory to ensure secure handling and minimize risks during transport and installation.
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June 04, 2025Application Environment For Precast Concrete AccessoriesPrecast concrete accessories play a critical role in ensuring the structural integrity, safety, and efficiency of precast elements from fabrication to installation. As precast construction continues to gain popularity for its quality control, speed of assembly, and cost-effectiveness, selecting the appropriate accessories becomes paramount.
Reviews
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Kojir Taira
I appreciate the precise fit and consistent quality of these anchor recesses, which improved lifting safety and efficiency on site.