Masonry Magazine February 1995 Page. 47

Words: John Matthys
Masonry Magazine February 1995 Page. 47

Masonry Magazine February 1995 Page. 47
MASONRY DESIGNERS' GUIDE
Edited by John H. Matthys -- Published by the American Concrete Institute, Council for Masonry Research and The Masonry Society

A Comprehensive Guide to the Design and Construction of Masonry Structures is Now Available

Based on the national masonry design and construction standards:

* Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures (ACI 530-92/ TMS 402-92)
* Specifications for Masonry Structures (ACI 530.1-92/ASCE 6-92/TMS 602-92)

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Four Major Sections
16 Chapters
Over 880 Pages
87 Design Examples


This first-of-its-kind design guide should be required text for all masonry designers. It's available at the introductory price of $94.50 ($62.95 for MCAA members) postage paid.

PART I-- GENERAL
+ INTRODUCTION
+ NOTATIONS, DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

PART II -- MATERIALS AND TESTING
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PART III -- CONSTRUCTION
+ QUALITY ASSURANCE
+ QUALITY CONTROL
+ HOT AND COLD WEATHER

PART IV -- DESIGN
+ DESIGN PHILOSPHY AND METHODOLOGY
+ DISTRIBUTION OF LOADS
+ MOVEMENTS
+ FLEXURE
+ FLEXURE AND AXIAL LOADS
+ SHEAR
+ REINFORCEMENTS AND CONNECTORS
+ EMPIRICAL DESIGN
+ PROVISIONS FOR SEISMIC DESIGN

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