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TIP OF THE MONTH POSTCARD NEW ASTM REQUIREMENTS FOR CONCRETE LINTELS ASTM C 1623 is the new Standard Specification for Manufactured Concrete Masonry Lintels and was adopted in 2006 and references solid reinforced lintels only. |
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TIP OF THE MONTH POSTCARD CRACK CONTROL IN CONCRETE WALLS Anytime materials with different properties are combined in a wall, like concrete masonry units, reinforcing steel, grout and mortar, a potential exists for cracking. |
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TIP OF THE MONTH POSTCARD CONCRETE MASONRY FACE SHELL THICKNESS REDUCED BY ASTM ASTM approved a revision to ASTM C 90 Standard Specification for Load bearing Concrete Masonry Units that reduces the minimum face shell thickness for 10 inch and larger units to 1 ¼ inches, the same as used for 8 inch concrete masonry units. |
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TIP OF THE MONTH POSTCARD COST COMPARISON STUDY A Cost Comparison Study was completed recently by an independent engineering firm and the results show that masonry walls with pre-cast plank floors account for a minimal 2% increase in overall construction cost! |
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TIP OF THE MONTH POSTCARD CLAY BRICK BANDING INTO CONCRETE MASONRY Combining masonry units of various sizes, colors and finishes provides an aesthetic versatility that is virtually endless. |
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TIP OF THE MONTH POSTCARD INCREASED GROUT LIFT HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS The maximum height for a grout lift* has been increased from: 5’ to 12’ 8” *increment of grout height within a total grout pour |
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THE COMMON SENSE BASEMENT Think SMART - increase your living space with a cost effective, energy efficient and DRY concrete block basement.
ECONOMICAL +
ENERGY EFFICIENT + MOLD RESISTANT &
Construct your basement with concrete block and comply with the
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WOOD BURNING STOVES - TEK SPEC 2A Recommended Practices For Concrete Masonry Chimney Construction
If you are considering the installation of a wood burning
heat source in you home as a major supplement to the regular residential
heating system, or even as the only residential heating source, there are
several points which you should consider to enjoy a trouble-free
installation.... |
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