A major update from the 2008 edition both in technical requirements and in layout. This edition will be referenced by the 2012 International Building Code for the design and construction of structural masonry, veneer, and glass unit masonry. The new edition has been laid out in a Code/Commentary and Specification/Commentary side by side format so users can quickly review the commentary related to the Code and Specification provisions.
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2011 MSJC Code, Specification and Commentaries — Member Price: $90 |
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2008 MSJC Code, Specification and Commentaries — Includes numerous changes and enhancements including provisions on self consolidating grout, reformatted and clearer seismic design requirements, revised anchor bolt capacity equations, and defined inspection frequencies of key aspects of masonry construction. The new edition features “bleed tabs”, revision bars, deletion arrows and movement boxes so that users of the 2005 MJSC will be able to quickly identify sections that have been substantively modified. Member Price: $85 |
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Marble and Stone Slab Veneer, 3rd Edition by the Masonry Institute of America The source book for stone slab veneer information. Covers all aspects an architect must know for the design and detailing of stone veneer. Includes design examples, code requirements, terminology, and more. Well illustrated with precise details. Member Price: $25 |
 | Reinforced Concrete Masonry Construction Inspector's Handbook, 7th Edition (covers all aspects of masonry inspection from the Masonry Institute of America) Based on Code requirements and practical Experience. The 7th edition incorporates the requirements of the 2009 International Building Code, Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures (TMS 402-08/ACI 530-08/ASCE 5-08) and Specification for Masonry Structures (TMS 602-08/ACI 530.1-08/ASCE 6-08). Every inspectors, designer, and contractors should have a copy of this most important publication. Member Price: $55 |
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Masonry Wallbracing Design Handbook by the Mason Contractors Association of America Over 700 different wallbracing scenarios for unreinforced or reinforced, fixed based or pinned base, 8" or 12" CMU walls including a section on how to brace common wall openings such as doors, windows and overhead doors. A must have for all. Member Price: $80 |
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Standard Practice for Bracing Masonry Walls Under Construction from the Mason Contractors Association of America Developed by the Council for Masonry Wall Bracing and recognized by OSHA as an acceptable method of bracing masonry walls. Allows external bracing or stability based on weight and thickness of the wall in conjunction with a wind speed indicator for evacuation when excessive wind speeds are realized. July 2001. Member Price: $66 |
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Informational Guide to Grouting Masonry, 3rd Edition by Masonry Institute of America
This latest version includes conformance and reference to the 2009 International Building Code and the 2008 Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures (TMS 402-08/ACI 530-08/ASCE 5-08) and Specification for Masonry Structures TMS 602-08/ACI 530.1-08/ASCE 6-08). Detailed explanations and application of High Lift Grouting and Low Lift Grouting procedures are presented and addresses information on: Admixtures; Slump of Grout; Grouting procedures; Ties; Positioners; Solid and Partially Grouted Walls. Member Price: $15 |
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Basement Manual — Design and Construction Using Concrete Masonry from the National Concrete Masonry Association The most comprehensive manual ever on concrete masonry basement construction with 200 pages of design and construction information. Covers all aspects of concrete masonry basement and foundation walls including: structural design and detailing, energy conservation and noise abatement, water penetration resistance, crack control, insect protection, soil gas resistance and construction requirements. Member Price: $45 |
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Masonry Instant Answers by MIM member Rochelle Jaffe, SE, Ar, CCS, CSISM, of NTH Consultants No-nonsense, informational format packed with charts, tables and figures — just Member Price: $60 |
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Clear Water Repellent Treatments for Concrete Masonry by the Masonry Institute of America and Concrete Masonry Association of California and Nevada 76-page publication explains methods for waterproofing concrete block masonry including quality control, sampling and testing as well as generic Guide Specification to assist the designer. Illustrations and details show how to enhance masonry's natural beauty. Member Price: $15 |
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Annotated Design and Construction Details for Concrete Masonry by the National Concrete Masonry Association Reduce design and detailing time and effort for concrete masonry. New and updated detailing manual boasts over 330 pages of details and commentary with details in multiple formats on CD. Member Price: $88 |
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Indiana Limestone Handbook, 22nd Edition by the Indiana Limestone Institute of America, Inc. Prime tool for use by architects and engineers in designing Indiana Limestone as cut stone. Includes details, specifications, treatment recommendations, anchor types and styles, wind load, tolerance and other charts and graphs. |
 | Inspection and Testing of Concrete Masonry Construction from the National Concrete Masonry Association This newly updated publication contains two parts: 1) Inspection in accordance with 2002 and 2005 MSJC as well as the International Building Code 2) Testing — step by step procedures for performing applicable ASTM testing procedures. Member Price: $55 |
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Standard Method for Determining the Sound Transmission Class Rating for Masonry Walls (TMS 0302-07) Developed by the Codes and Standards Committee of The Masonry Society. The Standard provides minimum requirements for rating masonry walls for a sound transmission class based on field or laboratory testing or based on a calculation procedure. Some topics covered include reference standards, definitions and notations, materials, construction, quality assurance and sound transmission class rating. Member Price: $33 |
 | Masonry Designers' Guide - 6th Edition from the Council of Masonry Research and The Masonry Society Topics covered include masonry materials, testing, quality assurance, quality control, construction methods, structural design and seismic detailing requirements. Extensive examples use both Allowable Stress Design and new Strength Design procedures. The 6th Edition of the Masonry Designers' Guide (MDG-6) has been completely updated to address the numerous additions and changes in the 2008 edition of the Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures (TMS 402/ACI 530/ASCE 5 and TMS 602/ACI 530.1/ASCE 6) (also referred to as the 2008 MSJC). In addition, information related to masonry design requirements in the 2009 International Building Code (IBC) is also included.inspectors who are trying to ensure compliance with the Code. Member Price: $115 |
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Standard Method for Determining Fire Resistance Fire resistance of building elements is essential in building design. This new standard contains design and analytical procedures for determining fire resistance of concrete, concrete masonry and clay brick masonry. Information is provided for determining the effect of finish materials on fire resistance. Member Price: $40 |
 | Hot & Cold Weather Masonry Construction from the Masonry Industry Council Advanced planning and careful preparation are key to successful masonry construction in periods of hot or cold weather. Changes in procedures may require additional equipment or supplies. This manual gives specifications regarding these special situations. |
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Masonry Fireplace and Chimney Handbook, 3rd Edition Handbook includes building codes and energy requirements, design, specifications and construction data for residential masonry fireplaces. Also included is a section on masonry heaters. Based on the 2000 International Building Code. Member Price: $33 |
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Masonry Structures Behavior and Design, 3rd Edition Most widely used masonry textbook by Drysdale, Hamid and Baker completely updated to discuss new research findings and to reflect the design provisions in the 2005 MSJC Building Code and Specification for Masonry Structures. Member Price: $100 |
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NCMA Structural Masonry Design System Ver. 5.0.1 Concrete masonry and clay masonry software for allowable stress design and strength design according to 1995-2008 TMS 402/ACI 530/ASCE 5 or the 2000-2009 IBC . Includes reinforced and unreinforced walls, shear walls, columns, lintels, custom face shell thicknesses, 14 & 16 inch units, interaction diagrams and much more. Member Price: $215 |
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Masonry Basics, by MIM member Rochelle Jaffe, SE, Ar, CCS, CSISM, of NTH Consultants This addresses fundamental information that anyone involved in masonry construction needs to know in order to use masonry appropriately. It covers Member Price: $36 |
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Masonry Veneer, 3rd Edition James E. Amrhein, SE, by the Masonry Institute of America This book guides the designer and installer in developing a quality masonry veneer system. It is a must for understanding what makes a veneer system work and is an essential tool for Architects, Designers, Building Officials, Inspectors, Masons and Masonry Contractors. Addresses information on: System Requirements, Materials, Details,Guide Specifications and more. Member Price: $33 |
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Design Tables for Concrete Masonry and Precast Concrete Lintels from the National Concrete Masonry Association Completely updated and expanded. Design tables for lintels spanning building openings by both allowable stress and strength design methods plus tables for design of precast lintels. Practical guidance on material specifications and loading conditions. Member Price: $33 |
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Are You Building a School or Liability? by Chris Huckabee, AIA and Kyle Montgomery Coauthored by a school architect and the executive director of the Texas Masonry Council, this publication addresses specific concerns of school planners, designers, contractors, administrators and parents. Focus is placed on use of total concrete masonry construction in K-12 schools. Member Price: $25 |
