Construction Tolerances for ICP
These are the basic guidelines for construction tolerances and recommendations for Interlocking Concrete Pavements. Review related Tech Specs for specific…
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Key Installation Checkpoints for Manufactured Stone Veneer
INTRODUCTION Manufactured stone veneer has the appearance of natural stone, but is manufactured from concrete. The veneer is increasing in…
Joint Sealants for Concrete Masonry Walls
INTRODUCTION Successfully sealing joints, such as control joints and around door jambs and window frames, in concrete masonry walls depends…
Inspection Guide for Segmental Retaining Walls
INTRODUCTION Segmental retaining walls (SRWs) are gravity retaining walls which can be classified as either: conventional (structures that resist external…
Concrete Masonry Inspection
INTRODUCTION Concrete masonry is a popular building material in part because of its strength, versatility, durability, economy and resistance to…
Roles and Responsibilities on Segmental Retaining Wall Projects
INTRODUCTION On all construction projects, including those involving segmental retaining walls (SRWs), it is the owner’s responsibility to achieve coordination…
Impact Resistance of Concrete Masonry for Correctional Facilities
INTRODUCTION Communities across the nation rely on concrete masonry for their prisons and detention centers. In addition to its strength…
Articulating Concrete Block for Erosion Control
INTRODUCTION An articulating concrete block (ACB) system is a matrix of individual concrete blocks placed together to form an erosion-resistant…
Self-Consolidating Grout for Concrete Masonry
INTRODUCTION Self-consolidating grout (SCG) is a specially-formulated grout for use with reinforced masonry. It is designed to fill the long,…
Modular Layout of Concrete Masonry
INTRODUCTION Although concrete masonry structures can be constructed using virtually any layout dimension, for maximum construction efficiency and economy, concrete…