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Beyond the Brick – Masonry Wall Assemblies to Optimize Performance

Given the ever-changing environment in today’s masonry industry, wall cavities have become more complex and diverse. As codes continue to change and manufacturers continue to innovate, it is more important than ever to understand the components in a masonry wall assembly to maximize performance and sustainability. This presentation attempts to close the gap between the architect and contractor to ensure the masonry wall construction adheres to industry best practices.

Topics included in this presentation include –

Basic Components

How air barriers, insulation, flashing, brick ties, weep holes, cavity drainage, flashing accessories, and other components come together in a masonry cavity wall.

Compatibility

Ensuring the components of the cavity wall are compatible including the flashing, air barrier, insulation, and sealants.

Install-ability

Discussing the components that enhance the performance of the contractor

Specification

How to precisely word your specification to ensure compatibility

About the Speaker

Leroy Danforth, Jr. - Manager, Wall Systems Research and Development

Leroy Danforth is a licensed Professional Engineer who has provided technical guidance to the building community for more than 20 years. Leroy’s contributions include a variety of technical articles and publications on brick construction, participation in the development of masonry codes and related standards and advancing industry knowledge via hundreds of continuing education seminars. Leroy’s current work focuses on testing, development and technical support innovation of non-traditional masonry assemblies.

Leroy earned a B.S. degree in Architectural Engineering from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and also holds an MSE degree in Construction Engineering from The Catholic University of America.

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