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Blok-Lok Ltd. Masonry Anchorage and Reinforcement
 
         
SECTION 04080
 
         
MASONRY ANCHORAGE AND REINFORCEMENT
 
         
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          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Blok-Lok Ltd.; wall ties, wall anchors and masonry wall joint einforcement.
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This section is based on the products of Blok-Lok Ltd., which is located at:
30 Millwick Dr.
Weston, ON, Canada M9L 1Y3
Toll Free Tel: 800-561-3026
Tel: 416-749-1010
Fax: 416-749-1017
Email: request info
Web: www.blok-lok.com
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Established in 1961, BLOK-LOK Ltd has grown to become a leading manufacturer & supplier of masonry reinforcing systems & ties. BLOK-LOK's innovative systems and long term success stems from a solid foundation in experience, technical expertise and the willingness to partner with all aspects of masonry construction.

BLOK-LOK is proud to have a team of EXPERIENCED professionals encompassing all facets of the organization. Sales and service personnel as well as production and warehouse staff, many with tenures that span over two decades, have the knowledge and expertise required to meet the needs of the construction community. TECHNICAL EXPERTISE is an ongoing endeavor with the advent of sophisticated technologies, changing building codes, and new designs. Through on going independent testing and as active members of numerous construction organizations & committees, BLOK-LOK now offers products compliant with LEED's qualification. BLOK-LOK maintains its commitment to leading edge proactive "know-how." PARTNERSHIP with all aspects of masonry construction be it engineers, architects, contractors or distributors is key to finding effective solutions. Through on going dialogue and information sharing, BLOK-LOK can adapt an existing product, or develop and produce a new product for even the most intricate application keeping in mind architectural designs, building standards and codes along with ease of application.

BLOK-LOK Ltd, combining experience & technical expertise with a willingness to partner is SETTING THE STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE IN THE MASONRY INDUSTRY.

 
          PART 1GENERAL
 
          1.1SECTION INCLUDES
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
 
          A.Continuous wire reinforcement.
 
          B.Masonry anchors and ties.
 
          C.Veneer anchors and ties.
 
          D.Miscellaneous Accessories.
 
          E.Masonry repair systems.
 
          1.2RELATED SECTIONS
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
 
          A.Section 04210 - Clay Masonry Units: Coordination and installation requirements.
 
          B.Section 04220 - Concrete Masonry Units: Coordination and installation requirements.
 
          C.Section 04900 - Masonry Restoration and Cleaning: Coordination and installation requirements.
 
          D.Section 05400 - Cold Formed Metal Framing: Coordination and installation requirements.
 
          E.Section 06110 - Wood Framing: Coordination and installation requirements.
 
          F.Section 07210 - Building Insulation: Coordination and installation requirements.
 
          G.Section 07620 - Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim: Coordination and installation requirements.
 
          1.3REFERENCES
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.
 
          A.ACI 530.1/ASCE 6/TMS 602 - Specifications for Masonry Structures.
 
          B.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A82 - Standard Specification for Steel Wire, Plain, for Concrete Reinforcement.
 
          C.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A153/A 153/M - Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware.
 
          D.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A 167 - Standard Specification for Stainless and Heat-Resisting Chromium-Nickel Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip.
 
          E.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A 276 - Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Bars and Shapes.
 
          F.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A 185 - Specification for Steel Welded Wire, Fabric, Plain, for Concrete Reinforcement.
 
          G.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A370 - Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products.
 
          H.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A525 - Specification for General Requirements for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot-Dip Process.
 
          I.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A570- Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet and Strip, Carbon, Hot-Rolled.
 
          J.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A580 - Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Wire.
 
          K.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A 666 - Specification for Stainless Steel Strip, Plate and Flat Bar for Structural Applications.
 
          L.American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) A 951 - Masonry Joint Reinforcement.
 
          M.Canadian Standards Association (CSA) A370 - Connectors for Masonry.
 
          N.Canadian Standards Association (CSA) G30.3 - Cold-Drawn Steel Wire for Concrete Reinforcement.
 
          O.Canadian Standards Association (CSA) A371 - Masonry for Buildings.
 
          1.4SUBMITTALS
 
          A.Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
 
          B.[ Product Data ]: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
          1.Preparation instructions and recommendations.
          2.Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
          3.Installation methods.
 
          1.5DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
 
          A.Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
 
          B.Store and dispose of solvent-based materials, and materials used with solvent-based materials, in accordance with requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction.
 
          1.6PROJECT CONDITIONS
 
          A.Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits.
 
          PART 2PRODUCTS
 
          2.1MANUFACTURERS
 
          A.Acceptable Manufacturer: Blok-Lok Ltd., which is located at: 30 Millwick Dr. ; Weston, ON, Canada M9L 1Y3; Toll Free Tel: 800-561-3026; Tel: 416-749-1010; Fax: 416-749-1017; Email: request info; Web: www.blok-lok.com
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.
 
          B.Substitutions: Not permitted.
 
          C.Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
 
          2.2PRODUCTS
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete article if not applicable.
 
          A.Masonry Repair And Restoration Re-anchoring Existing Veneers:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete application not required.
          1.Application: Masonry veneer to hollow back-up.
          a.Spira-Lok Helical Wall Ties:
          1)8 mm diameter.
          2)10 mm diameter.
          b.Torq-Lok Mechanical repair anchors - 510 Series.
          2.Application: Masonry veneer to solid back-up.
          a.Spira-Lok Helical Wall Ties:
          1)8 mm diameter.
          2)10 mm diameter.
          3)8 mm Asymmetric.
          4)10 mm Asymmetric.
          b.Torq-Lok Mechanical repair anchors - 500 Series.
          3.Application: Masonry veneer to timber back-up.
          a.Spira-Lok Helical Wall ties:
          1)8 mm diameter.
          2)10 mm diameter.
          b.Torq-Lok Mechanical repair anchors - 530 Series.
          4.Application: Masonry Veneer to steel stud back-up.
          a.Spira-Lok Helical Wall ties:
          1)8 mm diameter.
          2)10 mm diameter.
          b.Torq-Lok Mechanical repair anchors - 520 Series.
          5.Application: Stone Cladding to solid back-up.
          a.Spira-Lok Helical Wall ties:
          1)8 mm diameter.
          2)10 mm diameter.
          3)8 mm Asymmetric.
          4)10 mm Asymmmetric.
          b.Torq-Lok Mechanical repair anchors - 510 Series.
          6.Application: Stone Cladding to hollow back-up.
          a.Spira-Lok Helical Wall ties:
          1)8 mm diameter.
          2)10 mm diameter.
          b.Torq-Lok Mechanical repair anchors - 510 Series.
          7.Application: Reinforcing existing mortar joint.
          a.Spira-Bar:
          1)6 mm diameter.
          2)8 mm diameter.
          3)10 mm diameter.
          b.9 gage pencil rod.
          8.Tie length to suit wall conditions. Refer to drawings.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material not required.
          9.Material:
          a.Spira-Lok Helical Ties - Austenitic stainless steel Type 304.
          b.Spira-Lok Helical Ties - Austenitic stainless steel Type 316
          c.Torq-Lok mechanical anchors - Austenitic stainless shaft and hardware Type 302/304 with Type 360 Brass expander assemblies.
          10.Location: Refer to drawings for typical location and angle of anchor in veneer unit.
          11.Spacing: Refer to drawings for spacing of wall tie anchors.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete wire reinforcement if not required.
 
          B.Wire Reinforcements: New construction and additions.
          1.Reinforcing shall be wire conforming to ASTM A82 and CSA G30.3 complying with applicable building code approval.
          2.Spacing of longitudinal rods shall be approximately 2 Inches (51 mm) less than the nominal wall thickness. Refer to drawings for wall thickness.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete single wythe application if not required.
          3.Single Wythe Walls:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete product not required.
          a.BLOK-LOK BL-30, truss type reinforcement, as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          b.BLOK-LOK BL-10 Ladder type reinforcement.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete size not required.
          c.Standard: 9 ga. (3.66 mm).
          d.Heavy Duty: 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) longitudinal wire and 9 ga. (3.66 mm) cross wire.
          e.Extra Heavy Duty: 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) longitudinal wire and 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) cross wire.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete corrosion protection not required.
          f.Mill Galvanized Wire: ASTM A82, CSA G30-3 Industry Mill Galvanized.
          g.Hot Dipped Galvanized After Fabrication: Wire; ASTM A82 CSA G30-3. Coating; ASTM A153 Class B2.
          h.Stainless Steel Wire: Type 302 and 304.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete composite wall application if not required.
          4.Composite Walls:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete product not required.
          a.BL-11 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          b.BL-12 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          c.BL-31 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          d.BL-32 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete size not required.
          e.Standard: 9 ga. (3.66 mm).
          f.Heavy Duty: 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) longitudinal wire and 9 ga. (3.66 mm) cross wire.
          g.Extra Heavy Duty: 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) longitudinal wire and 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) cross wire.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete corrosion protection not required.
          h.Mill Galvanized Wire: ASTM A82, CSA G30-3 Industry Mill Galvanized.
          i.Hot Dipped Galvanized After Fabrication: Wire; ASTM A82 CSA G30-3. Coating; ASTM A153 Class B2.
          j.Stainless Steel Wire: Type 302 and 304.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete cavity wall application if not required.
          5.Cavity Walls:
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete product not required.
          a.BL-11 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          b.BL-31 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          c.BL-21 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          d.BL-34 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          e.BL-12 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          f.BL-32 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Where coursing of wythes do not align or where it is desirable to build one wythe before the other. Delete product not required.
          g.Composite BL-40 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          1)Ties - System 2000 box tie, 3/16" diameter.
          2)Tie size - Refer to drawings for wall make-up
          h.Composite BL-36 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          1)Ties - System 2000 box tie, 3/16" diameter.
          2)Tie size - Refer to drawings for wall make-up
          i.Cavity BL-42 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          1)Ties - System 2000 box tie, 3/16" diameter.
          2)Tie size - Refer to drawings for wall make-up.
          j.Cavity BL-37 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          1)Ties: System 2000 box tie, 3/16" diameter.
          2)Tie Size: Refer to drawings for wall make-up.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Where coursing of wythes do not align or where it is desirable to build one wythe before the other and back-up wythe is reinforced masonry, use rebar for shrinkage control in bond beams, eliminate joint reinforcement and tie veneer to masonry with this system.
          k.BL-507 Cavity wall tie Anchor.
          1)Ties: 3/16" diameter Flex-O-Lok BLT-9.
          2)Tie Size: Refer to drawings for wall make-up.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete size not required.
          l.Standard: 9 ga. (3.66 mm).
          m.Heavy Duty: 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) longitudinal wire and 9 ga. (3.66 mm) cross wire.
          n.Extra Heavy Duty: 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) longitudinal wire and 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) cross wire.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete corrosion protection not required.
          o.Mill Galvanized Wire: ASTM A82, CSA G30-3 Industry Mill Galvanized.
          p.Hot Dipped Galvanized After Fabrication: Wire; ASTM A82 CSA G30-3. Coating; ASTM A153 Class B2.
          q.Stainless Steel Wire: Type 302 and 304.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete accessories if not required.
 
          C.Continuous Reinforcement Accessories:
          1.Fabricated corner and partition accessories shall be used to form continuous reinforcement around corners and to anchor intersecting walls. Accessory shall be of corresponding type and design to that used in the adjoining walls.
          a.Corner-Lok as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          b.Partition-Lok as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete masonry anchors and ties if not required.
 
          D.Anchors and Ties:
          1.Refer to drawings for wall construction and tie size required.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete corrosion protection not required. Refer to product description for finish options available.
          2.Finish: Mill Galvanized Wire: ASTM A82, CSA G30-3 Industry Mill Galvanized.
          3.Finish: Hot Dipped Galvanized After Fabrication: Wire; ASTM A82 CSA G30-3. Coating; ASTM A153 Class B2.
          4.Finish: Stainless Steel Wire: Type 302 and 304.
          5.Finish: Hot Dipped Galvanized: Wire; ASTM A570. Coating; ASTM A525 G165.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete anchors and ties not required.
          6.Type A Adjustable Tie: BLT1 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          7.Type A Special Adjustable Tie: BLT2 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** For applications of tieing veneers to masonry, concrete, steel, wood stud and steel stud. Delete adjustable slot anchor and tie not required.
          8.Channel slot adjustable anchor: BLT3 16 ga. (1.5 mm) as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          a.Galvanized.
          b.Hot-dip galvanized.
          c.Stainless Steel.
          9.Channel Slot Adjustable Anchor: BLT3 11 ga. (3.0 mm) as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          a.Galvanized.
          b.Hot-dip galvanized.
          c.Stainless Steel.
          d.11.Corrugated channel slot tie: BLT4 16 ga. (1.5 mm) as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          e.Galvanized.
          f.Hot-dip galvanized.
          g.Stainless Steel.
          10.Corrugated Channel Slot Tie: BLT4 12 ga. (2.7 mm) as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          a.Galvanized.
          b.Hot-dip galvanized.
          c.Stainless Steel.
          11.Wire Channel Slot Tie: BLT5 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          a.Galvanized.
          b.Hot-dip galvanized.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** For applications with poured in place concrete back-up. Delete dovetail anchor and tie not required.
          12.Dovetail Slot Anchor: Galvanized BLT8 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          13.Dovetail Wire Tie: Galvanized D/T Flex-O-Lok as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          14.Dovetail Strap Tie: Galvanized D/T Masonry Anchor as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete composite and cavity wall tie not required.
          15.Masonry Wall Tie: Z Bars BLT6 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd. 3/16 inch (4.76 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          a.Mill galvanized.
          b.Hot-dip galvanized.
          c.Stainless steel.
          16.Masonry Wall Tie: Z Bars BLT6 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd. 1/4 inch (6.35 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          a.Mill galvanized.
          b.Hot-dip galvanized.
          c.Stainless steel.
          17.Masonry Rectangular Wall Tie: BLT7 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd. 3/16 inch (4.76 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          a.Mill galvanized.
          b.Hot-dip galvanized.
          c.Stainless steel.
          18.Masonry Rectangular Wall Tie: BLT7 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd. 3/16 inch (4.76 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          a.Mill galvanized.
          b.Hot-dip galvanized.
          c.Stainless steel.
          19.Corrugated Brick Tie: BLT7A as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          20.Column Wall Tie: Column-Lok BLT10 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd. 3/16 inch (4.76 mm).
          21.Column Wall Tie: Column-Lok BLT10 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd. 3/16 inch (4.76 mm).
          22.Masonry Anchor: Hot dipped galvanized BLT11 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd. 1/8 inch (3.17 mm).
          23.Masonry Anchor: Hot dipped galvanized BLT11 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd. 3/16 inch (4.76 mm).
          24.Masonry Anchor: Hot dipped galvanized BLT11 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd. 1/4 inch (6.35 mm).
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete veneer anchors not required.
 
          E.Adjustable Veneer Anchors (wood, metal stud, existing masonry or concrete back-up):
          1.Refer to drawings for wall construction and tie size required.
          2.Screws and washers not provided.
          3.Adjustable Veneer Wire Tie Anchor/Fastener:
          a.BL-407/for metal or wood stud as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          1)Hot-dip galvanized.
          2)Stainless steel.
          b.BL-5407/for existing concrete or masonry back-up, fastener included as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          1)Hot-dip galvanized.
          2)Stainless steel.
          c.BL-607 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          1)Hot-dip galvanized.
          2)Stainless steel.
          4.Wire Tie: Galvanized Flex-O-Lok BLT9 as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          1)Hot-dip galvanized.
          2)Stainless steel.
          5.Wire Tie: Flex-O-Lok BLT9 Seismic as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          1)Hot-dip galvanized.
          2)Stainless steel.
          6.Wire Tie: Flex-O-Lok Column Web Tie BLT9A as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete material/finish not required from below.
          1)Hot-dip galvanized.
          2)Stainless steel.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete accessories not required.
 
          F.Miscellaneous Accessories:
          1.Insulation Retainer: Wedge-Lok as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd
          2.Insulation Retainer Plate.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete metal not required.
          a.Stainless Steel.
          b.Hot dip Galvanized.
          3.Cell Vent as supplied by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          4.Rubber Extruded Control Joint: Titewall BL-A as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          5.PVC Extruded Control Joint Titewall BL-B as manufactured by BLOK-LOK Ltd.
          6.Stainless Steel Drip Edge:
          a.1-1/2" wide with 3/8" hemmed drip edge.
          b.3" wide with 3/8" hemmed drip edge.
          c.Type 304 SS.
          d.Finish 2B/2D.
 
          PART 3EXECUTION
 
          3.1PREPARATION
 
          A.Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
 
          3.2INSTALLATION
 
          A.Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete Anchors if not required.
 
          B.Spira-Lok Helical Anchors:
          1.Site test by manufacturer's representative to verify drill entry hole sizes, angle and required adjustments to be made.
          2.Manufacturers representative to provide site training for installers
 
          C.Torq-lok Mechanical Anchor
          1.Site test by manufacturers representative to quantify performance
          2.Manufacturers representative to provide site training for installers.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if continuous reinforcement not required.
 
          D.Continuous Reinforcement.
          1.Place reinforcing to assure 5/8 inch (16 mm) minimum mortar cover on the exterior face unless otherwise noted.
          2.Provide horizontal joint reinforcement at the top course immediately below roof and floor levels and the first two courses above and below wall openings. The reinforcement shall extend 24 inches (609 mm) beyond openings.
          3.Provide continuous reinforcement with 6 inches (150 mm) overlap at all splices. Reinforcement shall not pass through control joints unless otherwise specified. Reinforcement used for bonding wythes only, need not have an overlap at splices; refer to drawings.
          4.Set reinforcement on the wall in advance of the mortar and positioned to provide a minimum of 5/8 inches (16 mm) of mortar cover between the reinforcement and the exterior face of the masonry. After the mortar is applied, lift the reinforcement slightly to allow mortar to surround the wires.
          5.Space joint reinforcement in the wall in accordance with applicable code requirements, and not less than CAN 3-A370.
          6.Follow placement procedures for masonry reinforcement to comply with applicable code requirements, and not less than CAN 3-A370 and CSA 371.
          ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if anchors and ties not required.
 
          E.Reinforcement and Anchorage - Cavity Wall Masonry:
          1.Install wall ties per drawings and details.
          2.Place individual wire or sheet metal ties into mortar after the mortar is placed. Prevent hollow spots from forming under sheet material to prevent water penetrating the masonry.
          3.Embed anchors attached to structural members. Embed anchors in every second block.
          4.Reinforce joint corners and intersections with strap anchors 16 inches (406 mm) on center.
 
         
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