| The Code and Specification are written as legal documents so that they may be adopted by reference in general building codes. The Code covers the design and construction of masonry structures, with subjects covered ranging from quality assurance to the details and development of reinforcement. Compliance with the Specification is required by the Code to control materials, labor and construction. The Code Commentary comments on subjects covered by the Code, gives some of the considerations in developing the provisions, and explains provisions, in particular new or revised provisions, that may be unfamiliar to users of the Code. Commentary on the Specification provides similar information on subjects covered by the Specification.
This code covers the design and construction of masonry structures. It is written in such form that it may be adopted by reference in a legally adopted building code.
Among the subjects covered are: definitions; contract documents; quality assurance; materials; placement of embedded items; analysis and design; strength and serviceability; flexural and axial loads; shear; details and development of reinforcement; walls; columns; pilasters; beams and lintels; seismic design requirements; glass unit masonry; and veneers. An empirical design method applicable to buildings meeting specific location and construction criteria are also included.
Updates to the 2005 edition include:
- Introduction of AAC (Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) Masonry.
- Harmonization of allowable stress and strength design provisions for lap splices and development lengths.
- Revised maximum reinforcement limits for strength design.
- Added provisions for confined special boundary elements to strength design.
- Introduction of prescriptive requirements for anchored veneer.
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