Masonry Magazine October 1982 Page. 24
Prefabricated Joint Reinforcement
Prefabricated joint reinforcement should be corrosion-resistant and fabricated from wire which complies with ASTM A 82 or ASTM A 185.
Reinforcement should conform to any of the following applicable standards:
Standard Specifications for Deformed Billet-Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement ASTM A 615
Standard Specifications for Rail-Steel Deformed Bars for Concrete Reinforcement-ASTM A 616
Standard Specifications for Axle-Steel Deformed Bars for Concrete Reinforcement-ASTM A 617
Corrosion Resistance. Corrosion resistance is usually provided by copper or zinc coating, or by using stainless steel. To ensure adequate resistance to corrosion, coatings or materials should conform to any of the following applicable standards:
Zinc-Coating of Flat Metal-ASTM A 153, Class B-1, B-2, or B-3
Zinc-Coating of Wire-ASTM A 116, Class 3
Copper Coated Wire-ASTM B 227, Grade 30 HS
Stainless Steel-ASTM A 167, Type 304
SUMMARY
The information and suggestions contained in this Technical Notes are based on empirical data from actual performance of fireplaces and the experience of the technical staff of the Brick Institute of America. The information and recommendations contained herein will produce a more functional and substantial fireplace if followed with the use of good technical judgment. Final decisions on the design and use of materials as discussed are not within the purview of the Brick Institute of America, and must rest with the project designer, owner, or both.
REFERENCES
1. The Measured Performance of Fireplaces and Fireplace Accessories, by Dr. Jay W. Shelton, Williamstown, Massachusetts, 1978.
2. The Forgotten Art of Building a Good Fireplace, by Vrest Orton, published by Yankee, Dublin, New Hampshire, 1974.
3. Book of Successful Fireplaces-How to Build, Decorate and Use Them, 20th Edition, by R. J. Lytle, and Marie-Jeanne Lytle, published by Structures Publishing Co., Farmington, Michigan, 1977.
4. The Brick-O-Lator, Brick Association of North Carolina, Greensboro, North Carolina, 1979.
5. Book of Successful Fireplaces How to Build Them, 18th Edition, by The Donley Brothers Company. Cleveland, Ohio, 1965.
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