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David discusses movement joints in foundation walls below anchored clay brick veneer, offering code interpretations for concrete and masonry grade walls.

David explains the requirements for masonry diaphragm chords and reinforcement continuity at corners, referencing IBC structural integrity standards.

Technical advice on anchoring coping stones for cavity walls, specifically addressing differential movement between brick expansion and CMU shrinkage.

A guide to designing narrow masonry piers between openings, covering minimum width requirements, header types, and lateral support options.

Exploring solutions for cracking at window pier heads and sills due to differential expansion, featuring insights into BIA Technical Note 18A.

In this article, we travel to the island of Great Britain, a land known for its Marvelous Masonry. From such icons as Stonehenge, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben Clock Tower, and their brick arch railway bridges, masonry has been the dominant building material

Guidance on concrete masonry veneer installation over existing concrete walls, detailing anchor selection and backing mortar requirements.

Recommendations for horizontal joint reinforcement in curved CMU walls for crack control, based on CMHA (NCMA) radial wall details.

David clarifies whether Type M mortar is necessary for veneers extending below grade, referencing ASTM C270 selection guides.

The Upstate NY Chapter met on May 1, 2024, and inducted three new officers and said thank you to three others. The chapter represents firms working within New York State and was formed in 2015.

Portugal has emerged as a popular tourist destination. While the country has long been a fascinating destination, a more noticeable surge in international tourism has occurred since 2010. This can be attributed to cultural richness, natural beauty

David provides solutions for extending reinforcement through solid bottom bond beams using open-bottom alternatives and knock-out units.

A discussion on the appropriate use of truss-type vs ladder-type joint reinforcement in single-wythe and cavity CMU walls for crack control.

David explores the medieval city of Guimarães, Portugal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the birthplace of the nation.

A Fulbright journey to the University of Minho in Guimarães, examining the structural analysis of monuments and historic masonry construction.

David emphasizes the importance of full head and bed joints in brick veneer, referencing TMS 602 standards and moisture prevention.