Brick Masonry – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org Thu, 27 May 2021 02:59:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/theconstructor.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-The-Constructor-favicon-tinified2-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Brick Masonry – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org 32 32 181067336 Acid-Resistant Bricks: Properties, Types, Tests, and Advantages https://theconstructor.org/building/building-material/acid-resistant-bricks-properties-types-tests-advantages/553598/ Mon, 10 May 2021 17:03:04 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=553598 Acid-resistant bricks are made of clay or shale, with low lime and iron content, and are vitrified at high temperatures in ceramic kilns. Acid-resistant bricks are used to construct floorings vulnerable to acid attack, the lining of chambers and towers in chemical plants, the lining of sewers carrying industrial effluents, etc., to prevent deterioration of […]

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]]> 553598 Bricklaying Robots in Construction https://theconstructor.org/building/bricklaying-robots-construction/552063/ Thu, 22 Apr 2021 17:10:54 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=552063 Bricks are one of the oldest building materials, dating back to 7000 BC for the sun-dried types and 3500 BC for the first kiln-fired blocks. The traditional bricklaying process involves spreading mortar, positioning a brick, and smoothing out excess mortar with a trowel, and unfortunately, this process hasn’t undergone much advancement to date. Moreover, low […]

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]]> 552063 How to Plan for Cold Weather Masonry Construction? https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/cold-weather-masonry-construction/78425/ Wed, 03 Feb 2021 17:30:16 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=78425 Cold weather masonry construction demands several precautions to be taken by the builders. To avoid seasonal delays associated with cold weather construction, the builder or contractor employs dynamic procedures, equipment, mason contractors, supplies, etc. As per ACI 530.1-08/ASCE 6-08/TMS 602-08, “Specification for Masonry Structures” provides the minimum requirements for cold weather masonry construction. Masonry construction […]

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]]> 78425 How to Monitor Stone and Brick Masonry Work? https://theconstructor.org/building/monitor-stone-masonry-brick/47125/ Fri, 02 Oct 2020 16:39:58 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=47125 Masonry work indicates the construction of structures using building blocks like stones, bricks, concrete, etc. The process involves significant physical, mental, and temporal demands. High task demands increase the likelihood of errors, with implications for rework, safety, and productivity. To ensure the durability of masonry work, it is important to better understand the task demands […]

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]]> 47125 How to do Brickwork in Circular and Flat Arches? [PDF] https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/brickwork-circular-flat-arches/40993/ Fri, 22 May 2020 04:50:52 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=40993 An arch is a curved structure that bridges an elevated or open space that supports heavy load and forces that act from above it. The construction of arches requires fine work and, therefore, skilled workmanship. This article shall explain the specification of bricks, centering and shuttering, and construction of circular and flat arches. Specification of […]

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]]> 40993 How to Construct Overhead Masonry Water Tank? [PDF] https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/construct-masonry-water-storage-tank/40405/ https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/construct-masonry-water-storage-tank/40405/?noamp=mobile#comments Fri, 08 May 2020 07:35:26 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=40405 The terrace water storage tank is generally constructed using brick masonry, which is placed on an elevated platform to provide a reserve supply of water for daily house activities. The construction of a water storage tank with the use of brick masonry is a low-cost option for storing water. In this article, we discuss the important […]

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]]> https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/construct-masonry-water-storage-tank/40405/feed/ 1 40405 How to Construct a Manhole? [PDF] https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/how-to-construct-manhole/40241/ Wed, 06 May 2020 05:47:19 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=40241 A manhole or an inspection chamber is an underground unit constructed to provide access to the utilities like a sewer system, drainage system, etc. Hence, with the help of a manhole, underground utilities are inspected, modified, cleaned, and maintained. In this article, we discuss the specification of construction for manhole. 1. Excavation The excavation for […]

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]]> 40241 Specifications for Sewer and Manhole Bricks Based on ASTM C32 https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/specifications-sewer-manhole-bricks/38289/ Sun, 08 Mar 2020 14:39:54 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=38289 Manhole and sewer bricks manufactured from shale and clay should meet requirements of applicable codes such as ASTM C 32 in order to be able to serve its purpose properly. The purpose of sewer structure and related structures are transportation of sewage, industrial wastes, and storm water. Manhole and sewer bricks can be manufactured from […]

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