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BURNISHED CONCRETE MASONRY UNITS

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Loadbearing burnished concrete masonry units.

B. Non-loadbearing burnished concrete masonry units.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 04 05 16.16 - Chemical-Resistant Masonry Grouting.

B. Section 04 05 19.13 - Continuous Joint Reinforcing.

C. Section 04 27 23 - Cavity Wall Unit Masonry.

D. Section 04 22 00.14 - Concrete Thin Veneers.

E. Section 07 60 00 - Flashing and Sheet Metal.

1.3 REFERENCES

A. ASTM International (ASTM):

1. ASTM A 82 / A 82M - Standard Specification for Steel Wire, Plain, for Concrete
Reinforcement.
2. ASTM A 153 - Standard Specification for Zinc-Coated (Hot Dip) on Iron and Steel
Hardware.
3. ASTM A 496 / A 496M - Standard Specification Steel Wire, Deformed, for Concrete
Reinforcement.
4. ASTM A 641 / A 641M - Standard Specification for Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Carbon
Steel Wire.
5. ASTM A 951 / A 951M - Standard Specification for Steel Wire for Masonry Joint
Reinforcement.
6. ASTM C 90 - Standard Specification for Loadbearing Concrete Masonry Units.
7. ASTM C 91 - Standard Specification for Masonry Cement.
8. ASTM C 140 - Standard Test Methods for Sampling and Testing Concrete Masonry
Units and Related Units.
9. ASTM C 143 / C 143M - Standard Test Method for Slump of Hydraulic-Cement
Concrete.
10. ASTM C 144 - Standard Specification for Aggregate for Masonry Mortar.
11. ASTM C 150 - Standard Specification for Portland Cement.
12. ASTM C 207 - Standard Specification for Hydrated Lime for Masonry Purposes.
13. ASTM C 270 - Standard Specification for Mortar for Unit Masonry.
14. ASTM C 476 - Standard Specification for Grout for Masonry.
15. ASTM C 920 - Standard Specification for Elastomeric Joint Sealants.
16. ASTM C 1330 - Standard Specification for Cylindrical Sealant Backing for Use with

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 Cold Liquid Applied Sealants.
17. ASTM D 2240 - Standard Test Method for Rubber Property - Durometer Hardness.

B. International Building Code (IBC).

1. IBC - Chapter 7 Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction 721.3 Concrete Masonry.
2. IBC - Chapter 21 Masonry.

C. Masonry Standards Joint Committee (MSJC):

1. Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures.
2. Specifications for Masonry Structures.

D. National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA): TEK Manual for Concrete Masonry Design
and Construction.

E. American Concrete Institute (ACI): ACI 117- Specification for Tolerances for Concrete
Construction and Materials.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

B. Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:

1. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
2. Installation methods.
3. Cleaning and maintenance instructions provided by cleaning and sealing agent
manufacturer.

C. Certificates: Letter of compliance to specified performance requirements.

D. Test Reports:
1. Dimensional Analysis.
2. Absorption Analysis.
3. Compressive Strength Analysis.

E. Verification Samples: For each product specified, two samples, representing types, colors,
textures, and finishes to be installed.

F. USGBC LEED Submittals: Submit manufacturer's documentation of the following items:

1. MR Credit 4.1 and 4.2: Recycled content of products, indicating percentages of
supplementary cementitious content.
2. MR Credit 5.1 and 5.2: For projects within 500 miles of manufacturing location where
materials are extracted, processed and manufactured.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Regulatory Requirements and Approvals: provide applicable licensing, bonding or other

requirements of regulatory agencies.

B. Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and

application workmanship.
1. Construct a separate (not part of the actual building) sample wall panel not less than 4
feet by 4 feet (1.2 m x 1.2 m) with units in the pattern, type, color, texture, finish and
shape as indicated on Drawings and specifications. Water repellent in mortar,
cleaning and sealing agents and methods shall be performed prior to approval of the
sample panel.
2. Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship, patterns, types, colors,
textures, finishes, shape, application methods for water repellent in mortar, and
cleaning and sealing agents are approved by Architect. Maintain Mock-up during

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 construction for workmanship standard.
3. Rework mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE & HANDLING

A. Deliver, store and handle materials and products in strict compliance with manufacturer's
instructions and recommendations. Stack cubes only one cube high. Protect from damage.

B. Comply with manufacturer's ordering instructions and lead-time requirements to avoid

construction delays.

C. Delivery: Deliver units in manufacturer's unopened, labeled, packaging. Units shall be

inspected upon delivery. Defective units shall be removed immediately.

D. Storage: Store materials off the ground and keep free from groundwater, soil contamination,
mud and dust. Materials shall be protected from precipitation and harmful weather
conditions. Product with visible frozen moisture shall not be installed.

E. Handling: Units shall be handled in a manner that prevents breakage and damage.

1.7 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

A. Environmental Requirements:
1. Protect CMUs from rain and freezing temperatures prior to, during, and for 48 hours
after installation of materials.
2. When ambient temperature is below 40 degrees F (4.4 degrees C) or exceeds 90
degrees F (32.2 degrees C), comply with requirements for project conditions in
accordance with MSJC Specification for Masonry Structures including the following:
a. Par. 1.8 C. Cold Weather Construction.
b. Par. 1.8 D. Hot Weather Construction.
3. Do not continue masonry construction during heavy rains, as partially set or plastic
mortar is susceptible to washout until 8 to 24 hours of curing occurs (depending upon
environmental conditions).
4. When rain is likely, cover construction materials. Newly constructed masonry shall be
protected from rain by draping a weather-resistant covering over the assembly. The
cover shall be secured in place and extend over mortar that is susceptible to washout.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Acceptable Manufacturer: County Materials Corporation, which is located at: 205 North St.
P. O. Box 100; Marathon, WI 54448-0100; Toll Free Tel: 800-242-7733; Tel: 715-848-1365;
Fax: 715-443-3691; Email:request info (info@countymaterials.com);
Web:www.countymaterials.com

B. Substitutions: Not permitted.

C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60

00 - Product Requirements.

2.2 BURNISHED MASONRY UNITS

A. Basis of Design: Premier Ultra Burnished Masonry Units as manufactured by County

Materials Corporation.
1. Description: Integrally pigmented loadbearing hollow units with a net area
compressive strength of greater than or equal to 2000 psi.
2. Compliance: ASTM C 90.

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 3. Coloring: Integral, through-body coloring; synthetic or natural iron oxide pigments.
4. Water Repellent: Integral Water Repellent.
5. Finish: Ground Face.
6. Size and Shape: ______.
7. Special Shapes, Finished Ends, Scores, Chamfers: As required.
a. Corner: 4FE L: 7-5/8 x 7-5/8 x 15-5/8 inches, 3-5/8 inch thickness.
b. Bullnose End: 8FEBN: 7-5/8 x 7-5/8 x 15-5/8 inches.
c. Bullnose Top: BFTBN: 7-5/8 x 7-5/8 x 15-5/8 inches.
d. Bond Beam: 8UF: 7-5/8 x 7-5/8 x 15-5/8 inches.
e. Cap: ____.
f. Banding: ____.
g. Other: ______.
8. Style: Hollow.
9. Style: Semi Solid.
10. Style: Solid.
11. Color: As selected from manufacturer's standard range.
12. Color: As indicated on the Drawings.
13. Color: ______.
14. Scoring: None.
15. Square Scoring: V1, single score line.
16. Square Scoring: V2, two score lines.
17. Square Scoring: V3, three score lines.

2.3 REINFORCEMENT AND ANCHORAGE

A. Single-Wythe Joint Reinforcement for Single-Wythe Concrete Units:

1. Truss Type; Fabricated from cold drawn steel wire ASTM A 82; conforming to ASTM
A 951; 9 gauge deformed side rods conforming to ASTM A 496 / A 496M; 9 gauge
cross rods.
2. Coatings for Corrosion Protection: Mill galvanized per ASTM A 641 /A 641M, Zinc
Coated (0.1 oz. per sq.ft.).
3. Coatings for Corrosion Protection: Hot-dipped galvanized per ASTM A 153 / A 153M
Class B.
4. Width selected shall be approximately 2 inches (51 mm) less than nominal width of
Concrete Unit.
5. Install continuously in horizontal mortar joints in vertical intervals of not more than 16
inches (406 mm).
6. Type and Manufacturer: _______.

B. Veneer Joint Reinforcement for Concrete Facing Units:

1. Truss Type: Fabricated from cold drawn steel wire ASTM A 82; conforming to ASTM
A 951; 9 gauge deformed side rods conforming to ASTM A 496 / A 496M; 9 gauge
cross rods.
2. Coating for Corrosion Protection: Mill galvanized per ASTM A 641 / A 641M, Zinc
Coated (0.1 oz. per sq.ft.).
3. Coating for Corrosion Protection: Hot-dipped galvanized per ASTM A 153 / A 153M
Class B.
4. Width: Nominal 4 inch wire; actual - approximately 2 inches.
5. Install continuously in horizontal mortar joints in vertical intervals of not more than 16
inches (406 mm) O.C.
6. Type and Manufacturer: _______.

C. Veneer Anchors for Concrete Facing Units with CMU back-up: Ladder Type with Ties.
1. Truss Portion: Fabricated from cold drawn steel wire ASTM A 82; conforming to
ASTM A 951; 9 gauge deformed side rods conforming to ASTM A 496 / A 496M; 9
gauge cross rods.

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 a. Hot-dipped galvanized per ASTM A 153 / A 153M Class B.
b. 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) diameter wire tabs shall be welded to truss portion at 16
inch (406 mm) O.C. horizontal spacing.
2. Ties: 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) diameter wire; Hot-dipped galvanized ASTM A 153 / A
153M Class B.
3. Truss width shall be approximately 2 inches (51 mm) less than nominal width of
Concrete Masonry Unit. Ties shall be of sufficient length to embed longitudinal portion
of tie into center of veneer +/- 1 inch (25 mm).
4. Install continuously in horizontal mortar joints in vertical intervals of not more than 16
inches (406 mm).
5. Type and Manufacturer: _______.

D. Veneer Anchors for Concrete Facing Units with Steel Stud back-up: 2-Piece anchors.
1. Plate Portion: 14 gauge; Hot-dipped galvanized ASTM A 153 / A 153M Class B.
2. Ties: 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) diameter wire; Hot-dipped galvanized ASTM A 153 / A
153M Class B.
3. Ties shall be of sufficient length to embed longitudinal portion of tie into center of unit
veneer +/- 1 inch (25 mm).
4. Install continuously in both horizontal and vertical intervals of not more than 16 inch
(406 mm) O.C.
5. Type and Manufacturer: _______.

2.4 FLASHING

A. Flashing for Single-Wythe Concrete Units:

1. Embedded, overlapping, polypropylene pan system with integral weep spouts.
2. Flashing shall be installed at all locations where the free drainage of water is blocked.
3. Type and Manufacturer: _______.

B. Flashing for Concrete Facing Units:

1. 40-mil flexible flashing with integral drainage mat, stainless steel drip edge and weep
tabs.
2. Type and Manufacturer: _______.

C. Weep Vents for Concrete Facing Units:

1. 2-5/8 inches x 3-1/2 inches x 1/2 inches (67 mm x 89 mm x 13 mm) open-weave
recycled polyester mesh.
2. Weep Vents shall be installed a minimum of 32 inches (813 mm) O.C.
3. Weep Vents color shall match color of the mortar joints.
4. Type and Manufacturer: _______.

2.5 GROUT

A. Conventional Grout:
1. Shall conform to ASTM C 476 and the recommendations of NCMA TEK 9-4A.
2. Grout shall be proportioned to provide slump of 8 to 11 inches as measured by ASTM
C 143 / C 143M.

B. Self-consolidating Grout: Shall conform to ASTM C 476 and MSJC.

2.6 MORTAR

A. Mortar for Single-Wythe Concrete Units.

1. Masonry Cement conforming to ASTM C 91, Type S.
2. Cement - Lime.
a. Portland Cement: ASTM C 150.
b. Hydrated Lime ASTM C 207, Type S.

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 c. Portland and Lime shall be mixed to meet ASTM C 270 property specification
Type S.

B. Mortar for Concrete Facing Units:

1. Masonry Cement conforming to ASTM C 91, Type N.
2. Cement - Lime.
a. Portland Cement: ASTM C 150
b. Hydrated Lime ASTM C 207, Type S.
c. Portland and Lime shall be mixed to meet ASTM C 270 property specification
Type N.
3. Mortar Color: ____________.
4. Mortar Color: Gray.
5. Mortar Color: As indicated on Drawings.
6. Joint Striking: __________.
7. Joint Striking: Concave.
8. Joint Striking: V-shaped.
9. Joint Striking: As indicated on Drawings.

C. Aggregate for Mortar: ASTM C 144.

D. Water-Repellant Admixture: Liquid water-repellant mortar admixture or manufacturer

approved equal. A complimentary water repellent mortar admixture used in the concrete
masonry shall be used in the mortar to ensure compatibility and bond.

E. Water: Clean and potable.

2.7 CONTROL JOINTS

A. Control Joints shall be built into Single-Wythe Concrete Unit walls according to the
recommendations of NCMA TEK 10-2C. Joints shall not exceed the lesser of: a maximum
panel length to height ratio of 1-1/2:1 or a distance of 25 ft (7.6 m).

B. Control Joints shall be built into Concrete Facing Unit walls according to the
recommendations of NCMA TEK 10-4. Joints shall not exceed the lesser of: a maximum
panel length to height ratio of 1-1/2:1 or a distance of 20 ft (6.1 m).

C. Control Joint Gasket: 2-5/8 inch (67 mm) PVC compound with 80 Durometer hardness
conforming to ASTM D 2240.

D. Backer Rods: Backer rod diameter shall be 1/8 inch (3 mm) larger than width of the control
joint.
1. Closed-cell polyethylene foam complying to ASTM C 1330, Type C.
2. Type and Manufacturer: _______.

E. Sealant:
1. Elastomeric polyurethane conforming to ASTM C 920.
2. Sealant Depth at midpoint shall be minimum 1/4 inch (6 mm); maximum 3/8 (9.5 mm).
3. Sealant color shall match color of Concrete Unit Masonry.
4. Type and Manufacturer: _______.

2.8 SEALERS

A. Sealer: Clear-drying, water-based, silicone emulsion with 6 percent solids as measured by

ASTM D 5095.

B. Sealer: Selected and confirmed during construction, as applicable after test area is
prepared.
1. Type and Manufacturer: _______.

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2.9 CLEANERS

A. Cleaners: Non muriatic acid cleaner.

B. Sealer: Selected and confirmed during construction, as applicable after test area is
prepared.
1. Type and Manufacturer: _______.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION AND PREPARATION

A. Examination:
1. Verify field conditions are acceptable and ready to receive masonry.
2. Verify the foundations or bearing elements are within tolerances conforming to the
requirements of ACI 117.
3. Verify built-in items are in proper location, and ready to receive masonry work.
4. Verify Concrete Masonry Units are according to project specification and meet
appropriate ASTM specification requirements. Commencement of installation
constitutes acceptance of Concrete Masonry Units.

B. Preparation: Prepare surfaces and materials in accordance with MSJC Specifications for
Masonry Structures. If preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect in
writing of deviations from manufacturer's recommended installation tolerances and
conditions.

C. Do not proceed with installation until substrates have been properly prepared and deviations
from manufacturer's recommended tolerances are corrected. Commencement of installation
constitutes acceptance of conditions.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Install only quality units; reject all defective units. Align units level, plumb and true with
uniform, carefully tooled 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) wide joints on the finished side of the wall. Draw
blocks from two or more pallets at a time during installation. Provide adequate lighting for
masonry work by placing all lighting a reasonable distance from the wall for even
illumination. Do not use trough lighting. Make all unit cuts, including those for bonding, holes,
boxes, etc., with motor-driven masonry saws, using either an abrasive or diamond blade. Cut
neatly for best appearance.

B. Concrete Masonry Units:

1. Install concrete masonry units in accordance with standard masonry practices, and
NCMA and MSJC Specifications for Masonry Structures and manufacturer's
instructions.
2. Bond Pattern for Exposed Masonry: Running Bond.
3. Bond Pattern for Exposed Masonry: Stacked Bond.
4. Bond Pattern for Exposed Masonry: As indicated on Drawings.
5. Lay units by selecting product from more than one pallet at a time during installation.
6. Lay units with full mortar head and bed joints.
7. All cutting shall be done with masonry saw to provide, clean, sharp, unchipped edges.
8. Do not use masonry units with broken corners and edges in excess of ASTM C90.
9. Temporary Formwork and Shores: Construct formwork to support reinforced masonry
elements during construction.
10. Provide temporary bracing during installation of masonry work. Maintain in place until
building structure provides permanent bracing.

C. Control Joints: Designed to reduce restraint and permit longitudinal movement. Per NCMA

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 Tek Note 10-2C and 10-4, proper control joint spacing is required for concrete masonry
walls.
1. Single-Wythe Concrete Units: Joints shall not exceed the lesser of: a maximum panel
length to height ration of 1-1/2:1 or a distance of 25 feet.
2. Concrete Facing Units: Joints shall not exceed the lesser of: a maximum panel length
to height ratio of 1-1/2:1 or a distance of 20 feet.

D. Mortar and Mortar Joints:

1. Mortar Mixing.
a. Mix mortar ingredients in accordance with ASTM C270.
b. Add mortar coloring.
c. Add water repellent admixture specified by manufacturer.
d. Mix mortar components between 3 and five minutes.
2. Mortar Joints
a. Tool exposed joints when mortar is thumbprint hard, using jointer larger than
joint thickness.
b. Remove excess mortar smears as work progresses.
3. At installation completion of exposed concrete unit masonry, tuck-point holes and
imperfections in joints of all exposed masonry surfaces, completely filling with mortar.
Tool to match surrounding mortar joints. After pointing hardens, and within fourteen
days of finished work, clean masonry surfaces of all excess mortar soiling and dirt

E. Horizontal Joint Reinforcement:

1. Place joint reinforcements in horizontal mortar joints in first course, at 8 inches above
and below openings, and below bearing locations.
2. Install joint reinforcement in the bed joints 16 inches (406 mm) on center vertically in
veneer applications, in the exterior wythe of composite and noncomposite wall
construction, and in through-wall masonry construction.
3. Nonstructural, horizontal, joint reinforcement should not be installed continuously
through control joints.

F. Veneer Anchors and Ties: Install to allow for vertical and horizontal movement. Ties must be
securely attached to studs through sheathing and/or insulation and not to the
sheathing/insulation alone.

G. Ambient Conditions: When ambient air temperature is outside the range of 40 to 90 degrees
F (4.4 to 32.2 degrees C), implement procedures and comply with recommendations in
accordance with MSJC Specification for Masonry Structures.

H. During construction and until the walls are roofed, the coping is installed, or the top bond
beam course is grouted solid, keep walls covered to prevent rain or snow intrusion into the
Concrete Unit cores or wall cavities.

I. Keep Concrete units and walls clean during construction. Prevent grout or mortar from
staining the face of masonry. Mortar and grout soiling (droppings, spatters, and smears)
shall be removed at the end of each day following standard masonry practices.

J. Loading:
1. Do not apply uniform floor or roof loads for a minimum of 12 hours after building
masonry walls.
2. Do not apply concentrated loading for a minimum of 3 days after building masonry
walls or columns.

K. Flashing and Weeps:

1. Install flashing as indicated on drawings, as specified herein and in all of the following
locations:
a. Above grade at base of walls.

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 b. Under and behind sills.
c. Over openings.
d. At spandrels and shelf angles.
e. On top of bond-beams if used mid-wall.
2. Weep Vents shall be provided at all flashing locations at intervals not to exceed 32
inches (813 mm) O.C.

L. Contractor shall keep masonry units, walls and surrounding work clean during construction
following standard masonry practices. Mortar soiling (including but not limited to droppings,
splatters, smears) shall be removed at the end of each day. Remove mortar soiling from
masonry work and connecting work before its final set. Mortar droppings that adhere to the
exposed face of the units shall be removed using brick/block scrap after being allowed to
harden, without causing damage to the exposed face of installed units. Remaining mortar
shall be removed with a stiff fiber brush.

M. All Concrete Masonry shall be cleaned in strict accordance with specified cleaning agent's
instructions. Mild masonry detergents/cleaners and power washing systems shall be
properly used. Strong acids, acid washes, or chemicals with a strong acid reaction shall not
be used.

N. Cleaning:
1. All caulking and sealant materials shall be in place and cured prior to cleaning.
2. Application of cleaner above 50 psi. is prohibited.
3. A test panel shall be cleaned and approved by architect prior to general wall cleaning.

O. Sealers:
1. A test panel shall be cleaned and approved by architect prior to general wall cleaning.

3.3 PROTECTION

A. Protection:
1. Protect installed work from damage due to subsequent construction activity on the
site.
2. Protect masonry materials during storage and construction to prevent moisture
intrusion and soilage.
3. During erection, cover tops of walls to prevent moisture penetration into cores of
Concrete Units and cavities of wall system.
4. Provide final protection and maintain jobsite conditions that ensure Concrete Masonry
is without damage, deterioration, or soiling.

END OF SECTION

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