Min. reinforcing requirement in CMU wall?
Min. reinforcing requirement in CMU wall?
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Is there a minimum reinforcing requirement for interior non load bearing CMU Walls? If yes, is there a section in BLDG code that refers to the min. reinforcing requirement? I would appreciate your input.






RE: Min. reinforcing requirement in CMU wall?
RE: Min. reinforcing requirement in CMU wall?
I will have to look further for the current IBC reference.
Mike McCann
MMC Engineering
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RE: Min. reinforcing requirement in CMU wall?
Peace of mind is a good thing.
Mike McCann
MMC Engineering
Motto: KISS
Motivation: Don't ask
RE: Min. reinforcing requirement in CMU wall?
We are Virginia Tech
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Mike McCann
MMC Engineering
Motto: KISS
Motivation: Don't ask
RE: Min. reinforcing requirement in CMU wall?
He was legend in masonry design. The only knock possible on his book is that he was on the payroll of a group in a seismic area and the content was on that. Despite that his book is still worth over $120 (if it is for sale) because of the insight behind the words.
On of his philosophies is that if you know the contractors ability, the main thing is if the wall is plumb, straight, and has full mortar joints and is made from the block of the right strength it should exceed the structural requirements. He hated prescriptive codes and clean-outs since they created discontinuities in the wall and in the construction process. He also disliked reinforcing walls for no real reason, which is contrary to many engineers opinions.
After the Northridge earthquakes, he could immediately spot the reason for the failure and often pointed out the over-reinforced areas that changed the character and stiffness of the structure and concentrated loads.
Dick
Engineer and international traveler interested in construction techniques, problems and proper design.
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RE: Min. reinforcing requirement in CMU wall?
We are Virginia Tech
Go HOKIES