Enable Better Value Engineering - Increase MT System Load Performance

Introduction

After extensive research in collaboration with leading external institutes, Hilti is proud to announce a significant enhancement in load capacities for the MT system. This breakthrough delivers an average 20%* increase in load performance, setting new industry standards and enabling better design for mechanical, electrical, and piping (MEP) applications.

For specifiers, the enhanced system delivers higher performance, enabling wider support spacing and greater media capacity per configuration. This significantly improves material efficiency and optimizes space management.

*A 20% increase in load performance with the MT System is achieved by focusing on 18 common mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) support system configurations and applying targeted measures that, while applicable to all configurations, may have varying impacts depending on specific items and utilization criteria.

Topic deep-dive

By optimizing the technical data of Hilti’s MT portfolio, we have maximized product performance while maintaining Hilti’s renowned quality and safety standards. For example, a heavy trapeze frame with a vertical Hilti MT-70s and a horizontal Hilti MT-80 achieves a 26% increase in distributed load capacity, from 20 kN to 25 kN. With elevated load capacities across multiple configurations, our customers benefit in every dimension.

Integrated with our software and services, we provide value-engineered solutions tailored to project requirements in both 2D and 3D configurations. Specifiers also gain peace of mind with code-compliant designs supported by engineering reports - ensuring zero compromise on safety. We maintain all safety factors without reduction.

Additionally, by reducing the amount of steel used (due to optimized design and reduced net weight), projects can achieve up to 60% lower CO₂ emissions, making them more sustainable.

On jobsites, this translates to faster, simpler, and safer installations. Lighter configurations help reduce assembly time and ceiling drill points, cutting overall installation effort.

Hilti’s MT System offers solutions designed for the full range of support system applications—from lightweight cable trays to heavy-duty piping. Its value-engineering capabilities have demonstrated reductions in total installed cost and carbon footprint, while enabling intuitive assembly that helps minimize errors and reduce rework. When combined with our prefabrication service, it helps meet even the tightest project schedules.

User friendly installation at site remains a top priority with a simplified bolting system, full compatibility with the Hilti Adaptive Torque Module, and an inherently straightforward design.

Conclusion

The upgraded load capacities of Hilti’s MT system are available in our technical data documents and engineering services output. The latest version of Hilti’s structural software PROFIS MSE includes all these improvements of the technical load capacities and therefore helps to provide a more economical, safer and more sustainable solution. With the new load capacities of Hilti MT System in combination with our engineering service we enable you to reduce your installation time, help to cut down costs and CO2 to build your support system. If you want to have a competitive support system solution to win more and more profitable projects? Get in contact with your Hilti representative, let’s partner up for your next project, to have the most suitable support system solution tailored to your needs.

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When specifying MEP support systems, Hilti’s engineering solutions elevate your projects with high-performance hardware from the Hilti MT System, optimized design methods, and jobsite-ready efficiencies.

Our code-compliant, value-engineered designs - enhanced by advanced software, expert services, and dedicated support - empower you to specify with confidence.

Backed by comprehensive technical resources, on-site and office support, and a strong commitment to sustainability, we help you build better at every stage.