Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures (Aci 530-88/Asce 5-88 and Specifications for Masonry Structures)

Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures (AC1530-88/ASCE6-88) and ""Specifications for Masonry Structures"" (AC1530.1-88/ASCE6-88) is a joint effort of the American Concrete Institute and the American Society of Civil Engineers. The Code covers the design and construction of masonry structures, while the Specifications is concerned with the quality, inspection, testing and placement of the materials. Some of the topics discussed are: embedded items; strength and serviceability; flexural and axial loads; walls; pilasters; and empirical design of masonry. On the other hand, the Specifications includes such subjects as inspection requirements; determination of compressive strength; construction of masonry; provision and placement of reinforcement and metal accessories; and the provision and placement of grout.