Most of us know the basics about building arches, but how many of us can layout the arch, construct the template and build the arch without having a mess to clean up once it is constructed? Arches are constructed differently from a typical masonry opening. An arch distributes the load of the masonry above with More Info »
By Herbert Slone, RA, and Art Fox This is part three of a seven-part series of blog entries about the benefits of specifying and building with manufacturer-tested and warrantied wall systems compared to specifying individual components. Benefits include a much faster design and specification process, proven component compatibility, faster component installation and better performance, plus More Info »
By Herbert Slone, RA, and Art Fox This is part two of a seven-part series of blog entries about the benefits of specifying and building with manufacturer-tested and warrantied wall systems compared to specifying individual components. Benefits include a much faster design and specification process, proven component compatibility, faster component installation and better performance, plus More Info »
By Herbert Slone, RA, and Art Fox This is part one of a seven-part series of blog entries about the benefits of specifying and building with manufacturer-tested and warrantied wall systems compared to specifying individual components. Benefits include a much faster design and specification process, proven component compatibility, faster component installation and better performance, plus More Info »
A closer look at the technology that affects the masonry industry All information shared is only as good as the person communicating the concern. For example, when I am explaining a masonry situation that requires some assistance from a more experienced coworker, I need to be on my game. I have access to a variety More Info »
You can create a better buildings through the implementation of compatible materials. The walls of today’s masonry buildings are becoming more complex than ever as designs are modified to meet new energy code requirements. These modifications require more components in walls than in the past, and these components can come from different manufacturers. A basic More Info »
By Gary Johnson No masonry is truly waterproof, whether the result of capillary action, absorption or construction error. During the multi-decade life spans of typical high-quality structures, drainage in the cavity of a masonry veneer wall is necessary to minimize moisture damage and create a long-lasting, low-maintenance wall. Drying of the wall by promoting ventilation More Info »
As times change, the masonry industry has three basic rules that will always remain the same. The masonry industry is a proud group, building the most durable structures using time-honored techniques that have spanned generations. Discipline and mentoring are the keys to learning the rules that make up our complex trade. As with all things, More Info »
Examining different types of anchors and the types of applications for which they work best. We use anchoring and reinforcement on every project, whether in restoration or new construction. The types of anchors generally are based on the veneer we are anchoring, the weight of the veneer, the condition of the substrate and installation challenges. More Info »
The choices available to you when you use anchoring precast Author’s note: We use anchoring and reinforcement on every project, whether in restoration or new construction. The types of anchors generally are based on which veneer we are anchoring, the weight of the veneer, the condition of the substrate and challenges present when installing the More Info »
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