Specification Product Update

APRIL 16, 2025

The new Thermal Eaves Batt, Party Wall Head Cap System and Therma Soffit add to Mayplas comprehensive portfolio of products for timber and masonry frame applications. The new Mayplas Thermal Eaves Batt provides a thermal barrier at the interface between the ceiling loft space and the external wall of new build homes.

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BD+C

JULY 17, 2014

Architects Codes Energy Efficient Roofing Energy-Efficient Design Sustainable Design and Construction Building Owner Green Specifications Legislation Sustainable Development Contractors Glass Technology Regulations Brick and Masonry Designers Standards Cultural Facilities Engineers Building Enclosure Systems Education Facility Facility Managers Building (..)

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

Acoustic Panels Airports Architects Energy-Efficient Design Green Renovation Native American Casinos Sustainable Design and Construction Arena BAS and Security Building Owner Geothermal Technology Green Specifications Sustainable Development Casinos Contractors Brick and Masonry Collegiate Stadiums Designers Cultural Facilities Engineers Building Enclosure (..)

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Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

It was in 1967 that the first Trombe wall was implemented in France. The system, named after engineer Felix Trombe, combines glass and a dark, heat-absorbing material to conduct heat slowly into the house. Solar heat passes through the glass, is absorbed by the thermal mass wall, and then slowly releases into the home.

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Wall Systems Masonry Roofing Systems Energy Efficiency 92

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

When it comes to building design, the concept of mass walls plays a crucial role in providing structural integrity, energy efficiency, and moisture control. These walls are known for their high thermal mass, which allows them to absorb, store, and gradually release heat, helping to stabilize indoor temperatures.

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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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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 24, 2023

This is a follow-up article speaking to additional questions in this system type. Considerations for the use of exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS) overclad solutions. The appropriateness of face-sealed systems in certain climate regions. Structural considerations, including thermal bridging and construction costs.

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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. One of these methods includes the development of new rainscreen system technologies built with manufactured or natural stone cladding.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 23, 2020

Below, find detail drawings for securing the house wrap system around window fixtures. Flanged window flashing installation instructions (after installing a self-adhered weather barrier to outer wall). VYCOR® Plus is a self-adhered flashing ideal for sealing joints, seams, holes, and other unwanted openings in wall sheathing systems.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method. A commercial example of this approach is best represented by a hotel chain located in Redondo Beach, California whose owner chose a modular system.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 23, 2020

Roof to wall flashing. house wrap / flashing / roof to wall. . Watch videos on how to properly install a self-adhered weather barrier to the wall, how to install window flashing tape, how to install roofing underlayments, and how to properly connect the house wrap system to the home's roofing underlayment. Residential.

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BDC Network

OCTOBER 7, 2024

In October 2017, Walter P Moore performed a phase 2 assessment focusing on the northwest and southwest corners of the building due to the extent of visible masonry distress observable from the ground at these areas. Following phase 2, phase 3 investigations were conducted, covering additional areas of the façade not previously reviewed.

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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. This can create unsightly damage and weaken the overall structure of your brick walls. Have you ever noticed cracks, flaking, or crumbling on your brick surfaces?

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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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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Older masonry structures from many eras, including libraries, town halls, commercial blocks, and school buildings, stand at the geographic center of many communities, holding symbolic meaning and serving varied needs and purposes. The resulting degradation can be severe, damaging to brickwork, window openings, and interior plaster walls.”.

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The Constructor

APRIL 16, 2025

Robotic bricklayers represent a revolutionary advancement in construction technology, combining precision mechanics, artificial intelligence, and material handling systems to automate one of the most labor-intensive aspects of building. As labor shortages intensify and […]

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Improving building enclosure performance While energy efficiency might initially suggest well-insulated walls and efficient HVAC systems, controlling air leakage can be just as critical. Uncontrolled air movement through penetrations in the building enclosure can increase energy costs as HVAC systems work harder to condition the air.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 10, 2024

It features the brand’s exclusive double-lead SureStart point for a fast start and a Torx ttap drive system for stable, wobble-free installation. The product is ADA compliant, can be adapted for use in nonstandard wall thicknesses and block masonry walls, and can be cut down to accept smaller size doors.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

Introduction of CMU Wall. The CMU blocks are available in various shapes and sizes in the market and are widely used in the construction of walls of the building. In this article, we will discuss all about the concrete masonry units. What is CMU Wall? The Full form of the CMU is Concrete Masonry units. ASTM C1372.

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Masonry Concrete Pouring Wall Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 29, 2021

In the 20 th century, wall assemblies discretized into multi-layered systems with each playing a distinct role. Over time, designers developed various wall configurations to provide thermal mass and weather protection suitable to particular building and climate parameters. Photo courtesy David E. By David E. Image courtesy PIMA.

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BD+C

MARCH 22, 2017

A new Brick Industry Association (BIA) study found that brick with Concrete Masonry Units (CMUs) costs less than precast concrete, metal panel curtain wall, and glass panel curtain wall systems.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 16, 2017

The new Vista Air vertically folding wall system from Construction Specialties features a low-profile design that uses quietly meshing gears in lieu of traditional counterweights, tension springs, straps, and pulleys. Possible attachment systems include insulated wall panels, concrete masonry units, and wood framing.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2025

A further complication was the listed status of the building as a number of large new structural openings would be formed at basement level requiring removal of long lengths of thick internal structural walls at that level. So a substantial proportion of the walls would be removed which presented a huge structural challenge.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

This per construction possesses some points like site clearance, Exaction, brick-masonry, plastering, as like different types of construction, etc. Over the plinth beam , masonry work has been started. Brick Masonry Work. Masonry work is done with a cement mortar mix. After this, further masonry work is done.

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BDC Network

APRIL 28, 2023

Its wavy façade and oversized windows emphasize a sense of welcome and fun that’s underscored in the design of two interior courtyards clad in sky-blue metal wall panels. Using the PAC-CLAD Snap-Clad metal roofing system as wall cladding, Progressive Dynamics, based in Streamwood, Ill.,

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Wall Systems Roofing Systems Environmental Consulting Green Building 105

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Employed as a cost-effective alternative to building stone for architectural ornaments or wall claddings, the material is fabricated with various mixes to resemble different natural stone types. On the 1920s brick masonry building shown here, cast stone was used at the copings, cornice, belt courses, water tables, and window surrounds.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Prior to this, tension fabric structures had typically relied upon hollow-tube, web truss framing systems. Where fabric becomes advantageous by comparison, however, is that the cost to clad a building with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) fabric walls is much less than constructing masonry walls or using other “conventional” materials.

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Steel Fabrication HVAC System Installation Structural Systems Fire Protection System Installation 130

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 27, 2023

Every project should answer this question: can the facade be saved or has the brick’s deterioration critically compromised the wall’s stability? Existing brick masonry is often treated as a maintenance item and not much thought is given to whole system performance. This style was most commonly found in the 1920s-1950s.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 10, 2023

To complement the sleek façade, StoneWorks Polar Grezzo Manufactured Stone Veneer (MSV) was installed by the StoneWorks team on the front, side, and back elevations of the home, as well as the interior entry and wine wall.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The building is constructed with a steel structural frame, with bar joists for support of floor and roof slabs bearing on beams at the exterior wall. At the exterior walls, masonry infill is present between steel members. The lintel plate supported the masonry veneer.

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Masonry Wall Systems Structural Systems Historic Preservation 64

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

For the purposes of this discussion, a joint is an intentional break between two enclosure materials, components, or systems. This might include a gap between two masonry wall units, between a glazing unit and adjacent walls, or between overlapping pieces of cladding. Defining joints What is meant by the word “joint”?

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Specification Product Update

OCTOBER 12, 2023

AIM Acoustic & Insulation Manufacturing has supplied wall cavity barriers and open state cavity barriers (OSCBs), along with technical support, for a ‘path-breaking’, 900-room student accommodation development at the University of West England Bristol’s Frenchay Campus. This is now reflecting within Maple’s and AIM’s quality audits.”

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2024

By using concrete masonry units (CMUs) as the dominant exterior building material, the design was able to incorporate the company’s heritage into the exterior appearance, creating a woven pattern. These walls of ‘woven block’ create vertically cantilevered scrims to filter light, frame views, and spill dappled light into the interior.

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Architecture Masonry Steel Fabrication Wall Systems 59

CivilJungle

MARCH 9, 2021

Introduction of Stretcher Bond: Bonding is actually an arrangement of bricks in a structure like a wall or a column. The load is then uniformly disseminated through the length of the wall. Without proper bonding in between bricks, it’s illegible to construct the wall. Types of Bonds in Brick Masonry Wall.

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Masonry Wall Systems Structural Systems Painting/finishing 52

CivilJungle

MARCH 9, 2021

Introduction of Stretcher Bond: Bonding is actually an arrangement of bricks in a structure like a wall or a column. The load is then uniformly disseminated through the length of the wall. Without proper bonding in between bricks, it’s illegible to construct the wall. Types of Bonds in Brick Masonry Wall.

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Masonry Wall Systems Structural Systems Painting/finishing 52

Commercial Construction Blog

MARCH 27, 2018

Prefabricated elements such as pre-cast concrete walls, which Englewood installed for a Blain’s Farm & Fleet store in Romeoville, Ill., Look at the installation of pre-cast concrete walls. can have a positive impact on a construction project’s schedule and budget.

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Modular Construction Prefabrication Millwork Building Materials Manufacturing 109

Construction Specifier

APRIL 30, 2021

Much is known about constructing partitions, whether they are made of masonry or gypsum wall board attached to metal or wood studs, to achieve the desired level of noise isolation. Most acoustic standards, guidelines, and rating systems have minimum noise isolation requirements between enclosed rooms.

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Ceiling Systems Building Performance Measurement Flooring Systems Building Standards 98