do i need to "tie" vertical reinf and horizontal reinf for cmu
do i need to "tie" vertical reinf and horizontal reinf for cmu
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i was able to design the cmu wall (thanks enercalc) i need vertical reinforcements on each side and i'll provide only minimum horizontal reinforcement every 16".
my question is how do these vert and hor reinforcement tie together. do i need to show it in the drawing? do i even need to tie them together?
my question is how do these vert and hor reinforcement tie together. do i need to show it in the drawing? do i even need to tie them together?






RE: do i need to "tie" vertical reinf and horizontal reinf for cmu
The hook geometries, development lengths, and lap lengths for tension and compression splices come out of ACI 530 or whatever standard applies to you. The bars do not need to be mechanically "tied" except as required for constructability. Again, local practices and codes may also apply to you.
I recommend that you get a copy of the Masonry Design Guide for a good idea of how ACI 530 is implemented in real life. It has examples, drawings, commentary, etc.
RE: do i need to "tie" vertical reinf and horizontal reinf for cmu