Masonry Magazine July 2004 Page. 35

Words: Larry Bouchard, John Guy
Masonry Magazine July 2004 Page. 35

Masonry Magazine July 2004 Page. 35
U-BLOCK INC

815 S.R. 206 East
St. Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 797-0678

A REVOLUTIONARY NEW WALL SYSTEM

This luxury home in Arizona took advantage of the cost savings and speed that comes with using interlocking CMUS.

Advantages of the U-Block System

* Self-Aligning Units
* Durability and Strength
* Greater Accuracy
* Increased Construction Speed
* Also Available in Split-Face Block or Architectural Block



U-Block is a revolutionary new block-laying wall system designed as an alternative to standard CMU construction. U-Block features a unique angled tongue and groove configuration at the top and bottom of the block. U Block was developed with existing labor pool in mind. The shortage of skilled masons make standard block construction difficult and time consuming.

U-Block does not require special training because it can be constructed using standard masonry skills. In fact, spatented sell-alignment feature means that a mason apprentice can be used increasing productivity and profit margins.

The U-Block wall system has been used on homes in Northeast Florida. You'll be glad you used U-Block in your next construction project.



Unit Specification
ASTM C90
Net Compressive Strength
5000 psi



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