Fire Resistance Ratings of Concrete Masonry Assemblies
INTRODUCTION Concrete masonry is widely specified for fire walls and fire barriers because concrete masonry is noncombustible, provides durable fire…
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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…
Firestopping for Concrete Masonry Walls
INTRODUCTION Concrete masonry is widely specified for fire walls and fire barriers because it is noncombustible, durable and economical. Although…
Aesthetic Design With Concrete Masonry
INTRODUCTION One aspect of concrete masonry that has kept it at the forefront of building materials is its ability to…
Clay and Concrete Masonry Banding Details
INTRODUCTION Masonry is often specified because of its aesthetic versatility. Combining masonry units of different size, color and finish provides…
Construction of Reinforced Concrete Masonry Diaphragm Walls
INTRODUCTION Diaphragm walls are composed of two wythes of masonry with a large cavity or void. The wythes are bonded…