Modern Masonry, a comprehensive e-book by The Construction Specifier gives detailed insight into the evolution and standards of masonry cavity wall designs.
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Challenges related to building enclosures are covered in the newest volume in The Construction Specifier’s series of free, downloadable e-books, “Evolution of Building Enclosures.”
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. It is incumbent on specifiers to ensure all the components they choose have been tested together to document system performance requirements.
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Hundreds of years ago, buildings were thought of much more simply—as shelter, meant to protect people from the elements. Today, that purpose holds, but the technology, practices, and materials that go into high-performing building enclosures have evolved to do more.
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A masonry cavity wall system must successfully perform multiple functions throughout the life of the building. A proper wall is expected to manage moisture, air, and heat, contain fire, and hold up the structure itself.
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