DESIGNING EFFICIENT AND AESTHETIC SINGLE WYTHE MASONRY WALL SYSTEM - 1 LU/HSW

PRESENTED BY: IMI

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Get inspired to design beautiful brick and CMU single-wythe masonry structures. Masonry is readily available, can provide structure, and meets today’s energy codes when designed efficiently. We’ll explore how to specify block strength, mortar, and grout to create an efficient wall system. You’ll also learn best practices and tips for water mitigation and energy compliance.
Learning Objectives:

• Learn ways to design efficient and economical single wythe masonry wall systems.
  
  
• Discover how to effectively manage moisture in single wythe masonry walls.
  
  
• Identify single wythe energy code strategies.
  
  
• Understand how single wythe walls perform as a building envelope, dealing with air, moisture, and thermal issues, providing a safe space for occupants.