Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures and Specifications for Masonry Structures (ACI 530-05 and 530.1-05 / ASCE 5-05 and 6-05 / TMS 402-05 and 602-05)

Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures and Specifications for Masonry Structures (ACI 530-05 & 530.1-05 / ASCE 5-05 & 6-05 / TMS 402-05 & 602-05). Copublished with American Concrete Institute (ACI) and The Masonry Society (TMS). Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures and Specifications for Masonry Structures reflects the latest industry consensus for design and construction of masonry structures. This new Standard has been substantially revised, and many new requirements have been added. Some of the major updates include: strength design procedures for autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) masonry; complete revision in prestressed masonry design philosophy to a strength design basis with service load checks; revised maximum reinforcement limits for strength design; harmonized splice length requirements for allowable-stress design and strength design; and clarification on limits for empirical design in high wind areas. Other subjects include: permits and drawings; quality assurance; materials; placing embedded items; analysis and design; strength and serviceability; flexural and axial loads; shear; details and development of re-inforcement; walls; columns; pilasters; beams and lintels; and an empirical design method applicable to buildings meeting specific size, location, and construction criteria. This standard will be referenced by the International Building Code for the design and construction of masonry structures.