Project: Yanbu Bachelor Housing Project.

Presentator: Gul Zaman - SAPID

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1. RC SECTION:04060 Masonry mortar

2. RC SECTION: 04070 Masonry grout

3. RC SECTION: 04080 Masonry anchorage and reinforcement

4. RC SECTION: 04090 Masonry accessories

5. IBC 2009 International building code

6. ASTM C-270 Masonry mortar compressive strength fc’

7. ASTM C-150 Ordinary Portland cement

8. ASTM-C144 Aggregate for mortar

9. ASTM-C33 Aggregate for concrete

10. ASTM-C143 Slump

11. STM C-476 Masonry grout Saudi Aramco Company General Use
1. CMU Masonry Work.
1.1 What is CMU & Masonry.
1.2 Types of CMU.
1.3 Part’s of the CMU .
1.4 Hollow and Solid Concrete blocks
1.5 Why we use CMU masonry in construction.
1.6 Types of CMU Bonds.
1.7 Quality Requirements for the CMU Materials

2. Types of material used in the CMU work.

3. Type of equipment’s use in the CMU work.
4. Mortar for the CMU work
4.1 What is Mortar
4.2 Types of Mortar
4.3 What is the difference between TYPE M,S & N Mortar.
4.4 Quality requirements
4.4.1 Storage
4.4.2 Inspection prior to placement of mortar
4.4.3 Mixing
4.4.4 Placement Saudi Aramco Company General Use

4.4.5 Cleaning
5. Cement based Non-shrink grout
5.5.1 What is cement based non-shrink grout.
5.5.2 Quality requirements for the cement based non-shrink grout.
5.5.2.1 Storage
5.5.2.2 Mixing
5.5.2.3 Placement
6, Peocedure and methodology for the installation of CMU.

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 The objective of this presentation is to narratively define
the all General quality Procedure for the CMU installation.

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A Concrete masonry unit (CMU) – also called concrete block, cement block
and foundation block- is a large rectangular block used in construction.
Concrete block are made from cast concrete, Example Portland cement and
aggregate, usually sand and fine gravel for high density blocks. Lower density
blocks may use industrial wastes as an aggregate.

 WHAT IS MASONRY?
• Any building material made of stone.
• Used for Wall construction.

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Two types of CMU masonry commonly used in construction

 Structural Load Bearing – Used for Exterior walls. (Hollow and Solid)
 Non Structural / Non Load bearing – Used for interior walls. (Hollow and solid)

 Core

 Stretcher

 Header

 Web

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 1. Solid Masonry Block:
Solid masonry, without steel reinforcement, tends to have very limited applications in
modern wall construction such walls can, however, be quite economical and suitable in
some application; solid unreinforced masonry walls tend to be low and thick as a
consequence of their lack of tensile strength.

2. Hollow concrete masonry blocks:

Hollow blocks are block that can or intended or carry load aside from its own weight.
Easier handling and facility for conducting or steel reinforcing through the hollows.

1. Hollow CMU Block 2. Solid CMU Block

 Highly Durable

 Low Maintenance

 Fire resistance

 Provide Thermal and sound insulation

 Economical

 Environmental friendly

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1. The average compressive strength, on the average area of CMU units shall be at least 1900 PSI

(13.1MPA) and at least 1700 PSI for one unit. (IBC 2009 Sec.2103.1 / ASTM C90 Table 2)

2. OPC Type-1 (ASTM C150) Cement shall be used for the CMU casting.

3. Type-V cement shall be used in the area which may be effect by sulfates and weathering.

4. The mixing water shall have total dissolved solid 500PPM and PH value of water used in making

concrete for the CMU block should be 6.0-8.0 .

1. Solid and hollow concrete masonry block

2. Mortar cement

3. Lime

4. Cement based non-shrink grout

5. Ladder mash

6. GI wall ties

7. FBE coated steel reinforcing rebar’s

8. Sand

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1. Nail Gun
2. Table Grinder or block cutting
3. Scaffolding platform
4. Trowels and hand tools
5. Mortar and grout mixing machine
6. Wheel borrow
7. Masonry saw
8. 3m Long aluminum straight edge
9. Spirit level
10. Water level
11. Measuring tape
12. Plumb bob
13. Line dory
14. Calibrated survey equipment's
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4.0 MORTAR FOR THE CMU WORK

4.1 WHAT IS MORTAR:

Mortar is the element that bonds bricks or other masonry units together and provide structural capacity to
the wall or other structure.
4.2 Types of Mortar
There are three types of mortar we used for the Masonry work.
1. Type M
2. Type S
3. Type N

4.3 What is the difference between Type M,S & N Mortar?

1. Type M:
Type M is used for the structural reinforced masonry walls and floor’s and the 28 days compressive strength
for the Type M mortar is 17.2 MPA (2500 PSI).

 Mixing Proportions for the type M mortar:

1 Part Cement : Lime¼ part of the cement : Sand 2 ¼ - 3 Part of sum volume of lime and cement
 2. Type S:
Type S is used for exterior masonry mortar construction and the 28 days compressive strength for the Type S
mortar is 17.2 MPA (1800 PSI).

 Mixing Proportions for the type M mortar:

1 Part Cement : Lime1/2 part of the cement : sand 2 ¼ -3 Part of sum volume of lime and cement

3. Type N:
Type N is used for interior masonry mortar construction and the 28 days compressive strength for the Type
N mortar is 5.2 MPA (800 PSI).

 Mixing Proportions for the type M mortar:

1 Part Cement : 1 Part Lime : sand 2 ¼ -3 Part of sum volume of lime and cement

TYPE M MORATR TYPE S MORATR TYPE N MORATR

4.4.1 Storage:
 Store mortar materials under waterproof covers, on planking clear of ground, in a dry location and
under cover to protect from moisture.
 Protect mortar materials from dirt, staining, water, wind and damage during handling.
 Store sand properly to prevent inclusion of foreign materials. When sand is piled directly on the ground,
the surface beneath the sand shall be smooth, well drained and free from dust, mud and debris. The
bottom 150 mm of each pile shall not be used in mortar.

4.4.2 Inspection prior to application of mortar:

 The Contractor shall remove laitance, loose aggregate and anything which would prevent mortar
from bonding to the foundation prior to placing masonry.
 The Contractor shall not proceed installation work until satisfactory conditions are provided.
 The Contractor shall notify the Royal Commission in writing of any defects or conditions that prevent a
satisfactory masonry work.
 The Contractor shall inspect the work in progress, evaluating materials, equipment and procedures for
quality and acceptability by the Royal Commission.

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4.4.3 Mixing :
 The basic materials for mortar such as Portland cement, lime, aggregates and water shall be
combined and mixed for at least 5 minutes with the minimum amount of water to produce a correctly
mixed workable consistency in a mechanical batch mixer.
 Mortar shall be mixed by volume in approved gage boxes.
 For small jobs, hand mixing shall be permitted on condition of approval by the Royal Commission.
 For workability of mortar, add water as much as required. Mortar may be retempered by adding
water and re-mixing to attain the required workability.
 Mortar shall not be permitted to be used when it has begun to set, or if more than 1½ hours has
elapsed after initial mixing.
4.4.4 Placement:
 All beds of mortar shall be level and straight, and vertical joints formed so as to present a uniform
pattern of bond.
 Construct bed joint of the starting course of foundation with a thickness of not less than 6 mm and not
more than 19 mm.
 Tool joint with a round jointer when the mortar is thumbprint hard.
 Solidly fill bed and head joints with mortar.
 Place mortar joint thickness within the following site tolerances:
 a) Bed: ± 3 mm
 b) Head: - 6 mm, + 9 mm Saudi Aramco Company general use
4.4.5 Cleaning :
 The Contractor shall wipe off excess mortar as the work progresses. Dry
brush at the end of each day’s work.

5.5 CEMENT BASED NON-SHRINK GROUT FOR THE CMU

5.5.1 What is Cement based non-shrink grout?
Non-shrink grout is a hydraulic cement grout that, when hardened under stipulated test conditions, does
not shrink, so its final volume is greater than or equal to the original installed volume. It is often used as a
transfer medium between load-bearing members.

5.5.2 Quality requirements for the Cement based non-shrink grout:

5.5.2.1 Material storage:

 Grout shall confirm to ASTM C476 with a minimum compressive strength 14 MPA at 28 days.
 Factory dry-blended Cementious material shall be stored under water proof covers on planking area
of the grounds in a dry location and under cover to protect from moisture.
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5.5.2.2 Mixing:

 Factory dry-blended Cementious materials of grout delivered to the job site shall be mixed in a
mechanical mixer for a minimum 5 minute with sufficient water to achieve the desired consistency
and should follow the approved manufacture data sheet.
 Grout shall not be used when it has begun to set, or if more than 1 ½ hours has elapsed after initial
time.
 The grout shall be mixed to a slump of 200 to 280 mm at the time of placement.

5.5.2.3 Placement :

 Prior to placing grout, inspect and clean grout spaces. Remove dust, dirt, mortar dropping, loose
pieces of masonry and other foreign material from the grout spaces.
 Place grout by pumping or pouring from large or small buckets.
 Stop placements of grout approximately 38 mm below the top of the last course when work is to be
stopped for a period of 45 minutes or longer.
 Grout should be of a fluid consistency, in such a manner that the constituent parts of the grout will not
separate when grout is placed.
 Ensure that all reinforcement and masonry accessories are in place, and securely positioned prior to
placing of grout. Vertical reinforcing should be held in position at the top, bottom and at intervals not
farther apart.
 Place grout for each pour continuously and consolidate immediately, pouring should not be
interrupted for more than 1 hour.
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1. Prior to laying of concrete masonry block, roughen and clean concrete surfaces. The surveyor will
mark all masonry wall lines as per IFC drawings.
2. The civil engineer will verify all lines and submit request for inspection of line marking and surface
preparation to QC inspector and approval for the Royal commission.
3. Do not wet the concrete masonry unit prior to laying.
4. Do not use calcium chloride in the mortar and grout.
5. Potable water will be used for grout and mortar mix.
6. Before placing metal masonry accessories, remove loose rust, dirt and other coating.
7. Build masonry to accommodate the other trades of work, Build chases and recesses as shown or
required for the work of other trades. Provide not less than 200 mm of masonry between chase or
recess and jamb of openings, and between adjacent chases and recesses.
8. Leave opening in masonry as required for the subsequent installation of equipment's and services.
Make opening in designated locations and in exact size required and completed masonry work after
installation of equipment's such as metal lintel beams matching adjoining masonry.
9. Provide lintels for all openings.
10. Where cutting is required use power saw to provide clean, sharp and unchipped edges. Do not use
wet cutting techniques with concrete unit masonry.
11. Lay exposed masonry in the bond pattern shown or, if not shown; lay in running bond with vertical joint
in each course centered on units in coursed above and below. Lay concealed masonry with all units
in a Wythe bonded by lapping not less than 50 mm. Bond and interlock each course of each Wythe
at corners. Do not use units with less than 100 mm horizontal face dimensions at corners or jambs.
8. Protect horizontal masonry elements from mortar dropping.
9. Cover or shade masonry units and mortar material and use cool water for mortar whenever ambient
temperature is hot and should follow the project specification.
10. Cover tops of the masonry elements with water proof sheet material whenever masonry work is not
underway.
11. All marked line must be visible prior to masonry block installation.
12. Roughen the concrete surfaces and clean prior to masonry block installation.
13. Dampen the concrete surfaces and lay the first course of masonry block with bed mortar.
14. Perform all grouting by means of low lift or high lift techniques. For low lift technique lift shall not
exceed 1.2 m in Hight. For high lift technique total wall Hight shall not exceed 3.7m, leave 38mm empty
from top most side of block for construction joint.
15. For the vertical reinforcement grade 60 12mm diameter FBE coated rebar shall be placed at 800mm
Center to center.
16. For horizontal reinforcement provide 3.8mm ladder mash at every 2 courses and following as per
drawing.

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 Alignments of masonry walls shall be within ± 0.5" (12.7mm) for bearing walls and columns; and ± 0.75"
(19.1mm) for non-bearing walls.
 Levelness of both bedding joints and tops of walls shall be within + 0.25" (6.4mm) in 10 ft. (3.05m) or +
0.5" (12.7mm) maximum.
 Plumpness of masonry walls shall be ± 0.25"/10' (6.4mm in 3.05m) to ± 0.375/20' (9.5mm in 6.10m) or to a
maximum of ± 0.5" (12.7 mm).

Plumpness Alignment Levelness both bedding joints

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