The Minova factory is located in Arnall, Poland, and Minova has been manufacturing SDA anchors for over 40 years. They are now a leading manufacturer of self-drilling anchors, producing everything from standard black steel to galvanized and epoxy-coated anchors designed for permanent constructions. Minova's anchors received European Technical Approval in 2013, and since 2019, the anchors have also been approved for a 120-year lifespan according to "expert opinions." Additionally, since 2021, an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) has been available. Each batch produced by the factory is tensile-tested to failure, and upon request, we can provide a test report for your specific delivery. All Minova products are approved according to the Building Materials Assessment (Byggvarubedömningen).
When Geomek first started selling MAI anchors, the system as a whole was well-functioning. However, it quickly became apparent that Minova's drill bits, designed for Central European conditions, did not always perform optimally in Scandinavian rock. We tackled the issue by having Mitsubishi develop a button bit specifically for the MAI anchors. The drill bit that Mitsubishi developed became a resounding success and is the reason why the MAI anchor system is the preferred choice when drilling under the toughest conditions.
