Masonry Magazine January 2012 Page. 45

Masonry Magazine January 2012 Page. 45

Masonry Magazine January 2012 Page. 45
Innovations In Masonry Construction

Core-Lock (patent pending)

* Guarantees Code Compliance
* Diagonal positioning in the core ensures that rebar is always centered automatically and prevents any movement.
* Centers rebar in the core of the CMU.
* Does not interfere with installation of wire reinforcement.

WIRE-BOND "LOCK" products GUARANTEE CODE COMPLIANCE

Tab-Lock (patent pending)

* Tab Lock design will not disengage meeting ACI 530 Code requirements.
* Locking ties wedge insulation against block back-up.
* Looped Hooks meet tolerance of 1/16" between adjustable parts
* Tab Lock system allows loads to be directly transferred from veneer to stronger back-up wall.
* Adjustable ties have higher ultimate load values at maximum misalignment of 1-1/4"

All of our products are manufactured in our Charlotte, NC or Memphis, TN plants or sourced from other American Companies.

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