Masonry Magazine July 2001 Page. 20
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Example 3
Once cured (3 days is generally sufficient), the assembled lintel units can be lifted in place.
IV. Mortar and Grout
For reinforced structural brick systems, the use of type S mortar is recommended. Mortar should meet the requirements of ASTM C270, Specification for Mortar for Unit Masonry. Grout used in structural brick systems should meet the requirements of ASTM C476, Specification for Grout for Unit Masonry. To facilitate the grouting of smaller cells, a fine grout mix is generally used for residential and light commercial construction. On smaller scale projects most masons mix the grout in 5-gallon, plastic buckets and pour the grout in the cells with the aide of a sheet metal funnel, which can be easily fabricated by a metal shop (see Example 3). On larger projects, redi-mix pumped systems are often used. The grout mix should be fluid enough to fill all voids, but not separate into its constituents. A slump of 10 to11 inches is generally recommended. A typical grout mix for residential construction would consist of 1 bag (94 lb.) of Type 1 portland cement, 300 lbs. of damp concrete sand, and 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 gallons of water adjusted to produce the desired slump.
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RIGDNGLLATION VERT REDAR PLASHING STEPPED MBULATION (more on page 22) METAL STUD DRYNALL SUBFLOORING FLOOR JOSTS DOUBLE BONG BEA LOAD BEARING BALL ANCHOR BOLTS LEDGER JOIST
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