ASD of Concrete Masonry Lintels Based on the 2012 IBC/2011 MSJC
INTRODUCTION Lintels and beams are horizontal structural members designed to carry loads above openings. Although lintels may be constructed of…
INTRODUCTION Lintels and beams are horizontal structural members designed to carry loads above openings. Although lintels may be constructed of…
INTRODUCTION When selecting a building enclosure, concrete masonry cavity walls are considered to be one of the best solutions available…
INTRODUCTION Reinforced composite concrete masonry walls can provide geometric diversity. Composite walls consist of multiple wythes of masonry connected such…
INTRODUCTION Multiwythe masonry walls can take one of several forms: composite, noncomposite or veneer walls. The primary differences between these…
INTRODUCTION Using concrete masonry in retaining walls, abutments and other structural components designed primarily to resist lateral pressure permits the…
INTRODUCTION Retaining walls support soil and other materials laterally. That is, retaining walls “retain” earth, keeping it from sliding. Retaining…
INTRODUCTION Although concrete masonry foundation walls can be constructed without reinforcing steel, reinforcement may be required for walls supporting large…
INTRODUCTION Basements provide: economical living, working and storage areas; convenient spaces for mechanical equipment; safe havens during tornadoes and other…
INTRODUCTION Masonry infill refers to masonry used to fill the opening in a structural frame, known as the bounding frame….
INTRODUCTION Construction of masonry wall systems is possible without the use of mortar. The use of standard CMU units laid…