Civil Digital

JULY 25, 2024

Masonry projects, from building lovely patios to repairing noteworthy brickwork, require expertise and accuracy. Read more The post Five Tasks You Should Do Before Calling a Professional Masonry Service appeared first on CivilDigital.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The concrete masonry wall had a continuous horizontal crack along most of the length of the facade. Photos courtesy Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates (WJE) At a residential high-rise, staff reported concrete masonry cracking and water infiltration on the top floor of the parking garage during rain. mm (0.5625 in.) mm (0.5625 in.)

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The Constructor

JUNE 6, 2023

Masonry is an ancient craft used throughout history to build homes, castles, temples, and other structures. It is a beautiful art form combining science, creativity, and skill to build structures that can last centuries.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 31, 2024

During the transition from mass masonry walls to the “four barrier” (i.e. Transition from mass to today’s veneer Mass masonry construction was commonly used in the U.S. The masonry cladding encases and is supported by the structure and is tied back to it by brick headers and/or metal masonry ties. prior to 1890.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 13, 2020

Understanding material qualities and resultant performance is the core of good masonry construction. Common misunderstandings about the basic material of masonry, clay masonry, or brick can be better understood by reading ASTM C216-19, Standard Specification for Facing Brick (Solid Masonry Units Made from Clay or Shale).

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The exterior walls are principally clad with horizontal bands of aluminum framed curtain wall separated by brick masonry and architectural precast concrete (APC) spandrels, with some areas consisting of full-height brick masonry. The post Coming Untied: Brick Masonry Wire Ties appeared first on Construction Specifier.

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New Civil Engineer

MAY 23, 2023

Researchers at University of Sheffield’s Department of Civil and Structural Engineering have devised a more accurate method of assessing the safety of stone and brick masonry structures.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 24, 2023

Insulation and air barriers One premise of the original article is that the bearing walls of many government and school buildings across North America, built in the last century with solid masonry, are now experiencing moisture intrusion. This is a follow-up article speaking to additional questions in this system type.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 30, 2023

Photos courtesy Echelon Masonry. By Dave Jackson In North Carolina’s Research Triangle area, which includes cities such as Raleigh, Durham, and Cary, local architects choose masonry as the preferred building material to achieve a modern, clean look for the pharmacological and, bio-research, and technological firms flocking to the region.

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Civil Engineer Blog

MARCH 14, 2024

Key Takeaways Stone masonry is an ancient craft that continues to have significant relevance in modern construction, blending durability with aesthetics. Understanding the variety of stones and masonry techniques is essential for anyone interested in construction and architecture.

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Strong Tie

JUNE 11, 2024

Knowing some of the key differences between products developed for concrete and masonry can help you simplify the selection process, save yourself some time, and get the job done. SET-3G can be applied in dry, damp, water-filled or submerged holes for both concrete and masonry.

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Learn Civil Engineering

APRIL 12, 2020

If you want to be a successful civil engineer, then you need to know all about the technical terms used in brick masonry, i hope this article will definitely help you. Definition of Masonry Masonry may be defined as the art of construction in which building units, such as clay bricks, sand-lime, bricks, stones, Precast […].

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Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Overview IG Masonry Support supplied 65m of mechanically-fixed B.O.S.S.+, This was provided by a secondary support structure, devised by IG Masonry Support, and utilised to the rear of a down stand to reduce the amount of unsightly steel used. IG Masonry Support’s capability to prefabricate each B.O.S.S

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Specification Product Update

JANUARY 16, 2024

Overview IG Masonry Support supplied 65m of mechanically-fixed B.O.S.S.+, This was provided by a secondary support structure, devised by IG Masonry Support, and utilised to the rear of a down stand to reduce the amount of unsightly steel used. IG Masonry Support’s capability to prefabricate each B.O.S.S

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CivilJungle

AUGUST 22, 2020

What Is Composite Masonry? Composite masonry is the one that is constructed out of two or more types of building units or of different types of building materials. The composite masonry may be adopted due to two reasons : i) Improvement in the appearance of walls, etc., Stone-Composite Masonry. Cement Concrete Masonry.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 5, 2022

When it comes to longevity, masonry construction has an impressive track record. One of the world’s oldest construction types, masonry continues to be among the most common construction methods used in modern-day enclosures around the globe. While the concept of masonry has lived on, developments in strategy and technique have evolved.

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The Construction Index

MAY 22, 2024

A concrete products manufacturer has been fined after placing its employees at risk. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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CivilJungle

MAY 16, 2020

What Is Brick Masonry? There are a number of types of bricks and mortars that can be used to manufacture brick masonry. Bonding in brick masonry, which adheres to bricks simultaneously , is constructed by filling the joints between the bricks with suitable mortar. What Is Stone Masonry? 4 Source Artifical Natural.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

What Is Brick Masonry? There are a number of types of bricks and mortars that can be used to manufacture brick masonry. Bonding in brick masonry, which adheres to bricks simultaneously, is constructed […].

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CivilJungle

MAY 14, 2020

Masonry means construction of buildings utilizing building blocks such as stone, bricks, and concrete blocks , etc. Masonry is used for the construction of foundation , plinth, walls, and columns. What Is Stone Masonry? The construction of stones bonded together with mortar is termed as stone masonry. Rubble Masonry.

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Civil Manage

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

This craft is masonry, and its practitioners, the masonry contractors, are the unsung heroes of architectural beauty and structural strength. The post Mastering the Age-Old Craft: Masonry and the Craftsmen Behind It appeared first on Civil Manage.

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Learn Civil Engineering

DECEMBER 26, 2020

In this article, we are going to discuss different things like Introduction, definition, types of brick bonding, technical terms used in brick masonry, etc.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 22, 2022

Jack arches are a structural element in masonry construction that builders have used for centuries. Also known as flat or straight arches, they are structural elements that provide support at openings in masonry. At some point, masonry contractors may need to incorporate a jack arch into their work. By Steven Fechino.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 13, 2024

Lisa Morey, founder of Nova Terra, shares the story behind her company and its eco-friendly masonry techniques

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 31, 2021

Joints of Stone Masonry: The construction which is done with the help of stones and bonded together with mortar is known as Stone Masonry. Stone Masonry is widely used where the stones are available in abundance. The stone masonry is the type of masonry construction which is done with stones and cement mortar.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 25, 2023

For nearly 75 years, the MCAA has served as a focal point for the $33 billion masonry industry by connecting and empowering business decision makers around the country. One of these offerings, aimed at masonry industry suppliers, will be the Masonry Alliance Program.

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UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The post How to Repair Spalling Brickwork | Tips for Maintenance and Fixing Masonry appeared first on UK Construction Blog. These include: Aesthetic damage to the brick wall Structural damage Water infiltration Potential safety hazards due to crumbling masonry Mold growth caused by excessive moisture.

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Specification Product Update

MAY 30, 2024

Within their exterior masonry paint range, the multi-purpose KEIM Soldalit (and the ME air purifying version), KEIM Granital and KEIM Concretal (Black, W, and Lasur) and within their interior range KEIM Optil (ultra matt finish), KEIM Innostar (one coat paint system) and KEIM Ecosil-ME (air purifying paint).

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2021

Photo courtesy Echelon Masonry. Water, sun, wind, and temperature damage are among the greatest enemies to a building’s structural integrity, even when encased in precast or exterior masonry. Engineered wall assemblies, known as rainscreen, have emerged that replicate the look of full bed masonry. By Michael Vaughn.

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Learn Civil Engineering

JUNE 14, 2022

Definition Pointing in simple terms is a mechanism to dig the damaged mortar from the joints in stone or brick masonry and replace them with freshly prepared mortar followed by a proper surface finish to the joints. the joints are either built of cement mortar or lime mortar. Damaged mortar is removed either by hand […].

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CCE Magazine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Traditional Brick & Stone’s leading products are matched by its service and solutions It’s been a year since Construction and Civil Engineering last featured Traditional Brick & Stone (TBS).

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Construction Specifier

JULY 9, 2020

“I always knew I would go into the business,” recalled Zack Zuidemas, vice-president for Jimmy’Z Masonry , located in Crystal Lake, Illinois, about 80 km (50 mi) north of Chicago. Founded by his father James in the early 1990s, the company has continued to expand into one of the area’s most highly regarded masonry contractors.

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CivilJungle

MAY 15, 2020

What Is Stone Masonry? The construction of stones bonded together with mortar is termed as stone masonry. Stone-masonry being stronger, durable, and weather-resistant, when compared with brick masonry , is used in the construction of piers, docks, dams lighthouse, and other marine structures. Rubble Masonry.

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Construction Dive

JULY 31, 2023

The new 215,000-square-foot school will offer construction trades such as plumbing, architecture and masonry as part of its curriculum.

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Work Gearz

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Masonry work is one of the many demanding jobs in the world. There are cement masons, concrete finishers, brick masons, block masons, stonemasons, and terrazzo workers, all of which come under masonry work. Hence, if you are looking for one pair of gloves that will be suitable for all kinds of masonry work, there is none.

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For Construction Pros

JANUARY 29, 2024

The OPCMIA provides concrete contractors, plasters, and cement masons a path on training and apprenticeship programs throughout the country - directly addressing the challenge of finding skilled labor.

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Prodyogi

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Septic tanks can be made from concrete, plastic, FRP, or masonry. Septic tanks are buried in water-tight chambers that collect domestic wastewater, treat it, and release it to a soak pit before releasing it into the environment.

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