Masonry Magazine January 2005 Page. 28
Mortar
ALTERNATIVES
Most of the tests currently available are based on construction using mortar and are not readily adaptable to Mason Bond.
Testing to fully define the performance parameters of the patent-pending product continues at the ITW TACC Polyurethane Center. A variety of tests are being planned by independent laboratories to verify the results of ITW TACC's scientists. Part of the challenge with the testing is developing test methodology that is acceptable to the industry. Most of the tests currently available are based on construction using mortar and are not readily adaptable to Mason Bond.
Several block manufacturers and contractors are evaluating this new mortar replacement technology and plan on performing their own tests before moving into the new market. "We have been selective on who we have worked with at this point," Walsh says. "This is a new market for us, and we want to make sure we understand all of the performance requirements for the product. We have partnered with several companies, and we are working together to make sure we test out the product as completely as possible before moving forward. At this point the results have been very encouraging, and we expect to have the product available for sale during the first quarter of 2005."
Unlike with conventional mortar, the adhesive does not require nixing, arriving premized from the manufacturer.
At this time, Mason Bond has not been used on a construction project, but it is expected a few projects will be completed in time to be featured at the World of Concrete this month.
For more information, Tim Walsh, ITW TACC Business Manager, can be reached at twalsh@itwfoamseal.com or by contacting his Lapper office at 195 DeMille Road, Lapeer, Mi 48446, or calling (248) 969-4208.
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