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  • TMS 402/602-16 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures - Download Version

    TMS 402/602-16 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures – Download Version

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    The Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures includes two essential standards and their commentaries: TMS 402-16 (Building Code Requirements) and TMS 602-16 (Specification for Masonry Structures).

    TMS 402 covers the design and construction of masonry structures, while TMS 602 outlines minimum construction requirements. The accompanying commentaries explain background details, committee considerations, and research used in developing the standards.

    These standards are referenced in the 2018 International Building Code (IBC) for structural masonry, veneer, and glass unit masonry, and include the quality assurance provisions from TMS 602.

    Originally developed through the Masonry Standards Joint Committee (MSJC), these standards were formerly designated as TMS 402/ACI 530/ASCE 5 and TMS 602/ACI 530.1/ASCE 6.


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    Access these standards anytime through Masonry Standards Online — featuring easy copy, print, highlight, and annotate tools, plus flexible multi-user access options.

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  • Reinforced Concrete Masonry Construction Inspector’s Handbook, Eleventh Edition

    Reinforced Concrete Masonry Construction Inspector’s Handbook, Eleventh Edition

    $49.95

    The Reinforced Concrete Masonry Construction Inspector’s Handbook, 11th Edition, covers all aspects of reinforced concrete masonry construction and inspection. The materials are based on Code requirements and practical experience. The 11th edition incorporates the requirements of the 2021 International Building Code; the 2016 Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures (TMS 402-16) and Specification for Masonry Structures (TMS 602-16).

    This nationally recognized publication is the primary source of information for understanding the material required for the Structural Masonry Inspection Certification Exam administered by ICC. Every inspector, designer, and contractor should have a copy of this important publication.


  • Standard Method for Determining Sound Transmission Ratings for Masonry Assemblies, 2018 - Download Version

    Standard Method for Determining Sound Transmission Ratings for Masonry Assemblies, 2018 – Download Version

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    The TMS 302 Sound Standard provides minimum requirements for rating masonry walls for sound transmission class (STC) and outdoor-indoor transmission class (OITC) based on testing calibrated calculation procedures.

    Topics covered include reference standards, definitions and notations, materials, construction, and methods to STC and OITC rating for concrete masonry and clay masonry assemblies.

    TMS 302-18 is adopted by reference in the 2021 International Building Code.


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  • TMS 302-18 Standard Method for Determining Sound Transmission Ratings for Masonry Assemblies Online – Annual Subscription

    TMS 302-18 Standard Method for Determining Sound Transmission Ratings for Masonry Assemblies Online – Annual Subscription

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    The TMS 302 Sound Standard provides minimum requirements for rating masonry walls for sound transmission class (STC) and outdoor-indoor transmission class (OITC) based on testing calibrated calculation procedures.

    Topics covered include reference standards, definitions and notations, materials, construction, and methods to STC and OITC rating for concrete masonry and clay masonry assemblies.

    TMS 302-18 is adopted by reference in the 2021 International Building Code.


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  • Standards for Architectural Cast Stone, 2016 Edition

    Standards for Architectural Cast Stone, 2016 Edition

    $75.00

    Standards for Architectural Cast Stone contains three standards and their commentaries:

    • Standard for the Design of Architectural Cast Stone (TMS 404)
    • Standard for the Fabrication of Architectural Cast Stone (TMS 504)
    • Standard for the Installation of Architectural Cast Stone (TMS 604)


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  • Masonry Course Notes (Based on the 2016 TMS 402/602)

    Masonry Course Notes (Based on the 2016 TMS 402/602)

    $45.00

    These masonry course notes were developed for use in semester‐long, undergraduate or combined undergraduate/graduate courses in masonry design. The notes serve as a textbook for structural design classes or could be used to supplement critical topics in construction management courses.

    This edition of the Masonry Course Notes is based on the 2016 edition of TMS 402/602.


    This student version contains one item to replace a textbook:

    1. 25 lectures, each intended for presentation in about 75 minutes

    The instructor version includes all items listed below:

    1. 25 lectures, each intended for presentation in about 75 minutes
    2. Sample syllabus
    3. Excel files that accompany selected lectures such as interaction diagrams
    4. Set of homework assignments that could be used in structural design classes

    Instructors: Email tmsaccountant@temp.masonrysociety.org to request access to these additional resources.


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    No printed copies are available.

  • TMS Responds, Vol. 20, No. 1

    TMS Responds, Vol. 20, No. 1

    $10.00

    TMS Responds is a resources developed to help answer common, and sometimes, not so common questions on masonry materials, design, construction, evaluation, and repair.

    Vol. 20, No. 1 (September 2022), responds to questions on:

    • Major revisions from the 2016 to 2022 edition of TMS 402/602
  • Masonry Inspection Checklist

    Masonry Inspection Checklist

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    This document serves as a tool for masonry construction inspectors, mason contractors, general contractors, architects, and engineers to assist them in assuring compliance with the applicable building code and contract documents. Only those items that relate to masonry construction are included. Items that should be checked are listed without explanation. Not all items will be used on every project, and some projects may use items not listed in this Checklist.

  • TMS Responds, Vol. 21, No. 1

    TMS Responds, Vol. 21, No. 1

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    TMS Responds is a resources developed to help answer common, and sometimes, not so common questions on masonry materials, design, construction, evaluation, and repair.

    Vol. 21, No. 1 (February 2023), responds to questions on:

    • Corrosion of Embedded Metal Ties
  • Masonry Preconstruction Topic Sheets

    Masonry Preconstruction Topic Sheets

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    This series of topic sheets describe several elements of masonry construction whose proper execution contributes to a functional installation. They will be most useful to the individual who may be a new member to a masonry construction team and unfamiliar with masonry requirements, details, and processes. They are intended to be used at preconstruction or progress meetings as a means to encourage communication between contractors, designers, inspectors, and other team members to help assure that the installation is consistent with contract documents.

    These topic sheets are not intended to replace specifications or become part of the contract documents. The authors believe that the information provided is accurate; however, this information should not be solely relied upon for construction. The Masonry Society has tried to ensure that the information provided is accurate; however, this information should not be relied upon for construction.

  • BIM for Masonry Modeling Masonry Buildings in Autodesk Revit

    BIM for Masonry Modeling Masonry Buildings in Autodesk Revit

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    The Building Information Modeling for Masonry Initiative has created this guide to provide architects, engineers, and mason contractors with tools for developing Autodesk Revit models for modeling masonry buildings. Industry experts from CAD Technology Center (CTC) and Integrus Architecture developed building models and narratives that summarize their work and experience

  • ACI-TMS CODE-122.3-24: Thermal Properties of Concrete and Masonry for Use in Determining Energy Code Compliance Except for Low-Rise Residential Buildings — Download Version

    ACI-TMS CODE-122.3-24: Thermal Properties of Concrete and Masonry for Use in Determining Energy Code Compliance Except for Low-Rise Residential Buildings — Download Version

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    This Code prescribes minimum design and construction requirements for energy efficiency of building envelopes of new buildings and additions to buildings. It applies to buildings having concrete walls, roofs, or floors; masonry walls; and masonry veneer, including veneer attached to frame walls as part of the building envelope. It also provides minimum thermal properties for these assemblies for code compliance.

    This Code is applicable to commercial and mid- to high-rise residential buildings that use either electricity from any generation source or fossil fuel. It can be used with applicable energy codes and standards such as ASHRAE 90.1 and the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC).

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  • ACI-TMS CODE 122.2-24 Thermal Properties of Concrete and Masonry for Use in Determining Energy Code Compliance for Low-Rise Residential Buildings — Download Version

    ACI-TMS CODE 122.2-24 Thermal Properties of Concrete and Masonry for Use in Determining Energy Code Compliance for Low-Rise Residential Buildings — Download Version

    $99.00

    This Code prescribes minimum design and construction requirements for energy efficiency of building envelopes of new buildings and additions to buildings. It applies to buildings having concrete walls, roofs, or floors; masonry walls; and masonry veneer, including veneer attached to frame walls as part of the building envelope. It also provides minimum thermal properties for these assemblies for code compliance. This Code is applicable to low-rise residential buildings that use either electricity from any generation source or fossil fuel. It can be used with applicable energy codes and standards such as the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC).

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  • ACI-TMS CODE 122R-14 Guide to Thermal Properties of Concrete Masonry Systems — Download Version

    ACI-TMS CODE 122R-14 Guide to Thermal Properties of Concrete Masonry Systems — Download Version

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    This guide reports data on the thermal properties of concrete and masonry constituents, masonry units, and systems of materials and products that form building components. This guide includes consideration of thermal inertia of concrete and masonry, passive solar design, and procedures to limit condensation within assemblages.

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  • ACI-TMS CODE 122.1-21 Thermal Bridge Mitigation for Buildings Having Concrete and Masonry Walls and Masonry Veneer — Download Version

    ACI-TMS CODE 122.1-21 Thermal Bridge Mitigation for Buildings Having Concrete and Masonry Walls and Masonry Veneer — Download Version

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    This code prescribes minimum design and construction requirements for mitigating thermal bridges in the building envelopes of new buildings and additions to existing buildings. It applies to buildings having concrete or masonry walls; masonry veneer, including veneer attached to frame walls; and balconies or components that extend through the building envelope. It also has criteria for metal thermal bridges in these buildings.

    This code is applicable to commercial and mid- to high-rise residential buildings that use either electricity or fossil fuel (regardless of the generation source). It can be used with applicable energy codes and standards.

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  • ACI-TMS CODE 216.1-14 Code Requirements for Determining Fire Resistance of Concrete and Masonry Construction Assemblies — Download Version

    ACI-TMS CODE 216.1-14 Code Requirements for Determining Fire Resistance of Concrete and Masonry Construction Assemblies — Download Version

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    Fire resistance of building elements is an important consideration in building design. While structural design considerations for concrete and masonry at ambient temperature conditions are addressed by ACI 318 and TMS 402/ACI 530/ASCE 5, respectively, these codes do not consider the impact of fire on concrete and masonry construction. This standard contains design and analytical procedures for determining the fire resistance of concrete and masonry members and building assemblies. Where differences occur in specific design requirements between this standard and ACI 318 and TMS 402/ACI 530/ASCE 5, as in the case of cover protection of steel reinforcement, the more stringent of the requirements shall apply.

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  • TMS 402/602-08 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures, 2008 (MSJC 2008)

    TMS 402/602-08 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures, 2008 (MSJC 2008)

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    The Masonry Standards Joint Committee’s (MSJC) 2008 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures (TMS 402/ACI 530/ASCE 5 and TMS 602/ACI 530.1/ASCE 6) and Commentaries are referenced by the 2009 International Building Code (IBC).

    This edition of the national masonry design code and minimum specification includes numerous changes and enhancements from earlier editions including provisions on self consolidating grout, reformatted and clearer seismic design requirements, revised anchor bolt capacity equations, and defined inspection frequencies of key aspects of masonry construction.

    This edition includes bleed tabs, revision bars, deletion arrows and movement boxes so that users of the 2005 MJSC will be able to quickly identify sections that have been substantively modified.


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  • Masonry is Sustainable Brochure (2014)

    Masonry is Sustainable Brochure (2014)

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    This publication reviews the positive environmental attributes of masonry products, both within the LEED rating system, and beyond LEED with a broader approach to sustainable buildings.


  • BIM for Masonry Modeling Masonry Buildings in Autodesk Revit

    BIM for Masonry Modeling Masonry Buildings in Autodesk Revit

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    The Building Information Modeling for Masonry Initiative has created this guide to provide architects, engineers, and mason contractors with tools for developing Autodesk Revit models for modeling masonry buildings. Industry experts from CAD Technology Center (CTC) and Integrus Architecture developed building models and narratives that summarize their work and experience

  • TMS 402/602-13 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures (MSJC 2013)

    TMS 402/602-13 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures (MSJC 2013)

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    TMS 402-13/ACI 530-13/ASCE 5-13 and TMS 602-13/ACI 530.1-13/ASCE 6-13.

    The 2013 edition of Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures introduced major technical and organizational updates from the 2011 edition and is referenced by the 2015 International Building Code (IBC) for the design and construction of structural masonry, masonry veneer, and glass unit masonry.

    Key changes include a complete reformatting for improved usability, a new appendix introducing an optional limit design method for special reinforced masonry shear walls, and a new prescriptive design chapter for partition walls. Additional updates cover moment magnifier provisions for reinforced masonry, revised design rules for partially grouted shear walls, and enhanced veneer requirements for seismic design categories D, E, and F.

    Published jointly by TMS, ACI, and ASCE, this edition provides a coordinated and authoritative standard for masonry design and construction under the 2015 IBC.


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  • TMS 402/602-11 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures, 2011 (MSJC 2011)

    TMS 402/602-11 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures, 2011 (MSJC 2011)

    $110.00

    The Masonry Standards Joint Committee’s (MSJC) 2011 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures (TMS 402/ACI 530/ASCE 5 and TMS 602/ACI 530.1/ASCE 6) and Commentaries are referenced by the 2012 International Building Code (IBC).

    This edition represents a major update from the 2008 edition both in technical requirements and in layout. It has been updated to be consistent with the requirements in ASCE 7-10, Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures.


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  • TMS 402/602-16 Online - Annual Subscription

    TMS 402/602-16 Online – Annual Subscription

    $150.00 for 1 year

    The Masonry Standards Online version of TMS 402/602 has additional features not available with the download version, including:

    • Copy – Copy text, equations, tables, and figures
    • Print – Print sections from the standard and commentary
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  • TMS Journal

    TMS Journal, Vol. 33, No. 1

    $75.00

    TMS Journal, Vol. 33, No. 1 was published in December 2015.

  • Sale! TMS Responds, Vol. 14, No. 1

    TMS Responds, Vol. 14, No. 1

    Original price was: $10.00.Current price is: $0.00.

    TMS Responds is a resources developed to help answer common, and sometimes, not so common questions on masonry materials, design, construction, evaluation, and repair. This issues responds to questions about masonry detailing.

    Vol. 14, No. 1 (March 2016) responds to questions on:

    • Detailing Vertical Reinforcement
    • Masonry Detailing
  • TMS eJournal, Vol. 1, No. 1

    TMS eJournal, Vol. 1, No. 1

    $75.00

    TMS Journal, Vol. 1, No. 1, January-June 1981 contains:

    • Prelaid Masonry Panels on Multi-story Buildings, K. Bailey
    • Yugoslavian Research Conference on Earthquake Engineering, J. E. Amrhein
    • Glossary of Masonry Terms
    • A Practical Methodology for the Design of Masonry Walls, J. Colville
    • Effect of the Aspect Ratio of the Unit on Flexural Tensile Strength of Brick Masonry,  A. Hamid
    • Modern Masonry Structures and Their Weather Resistance, P. T. Mikluchin

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  • TMS eJournal, Vol. 3, No. 1

    TMS eJournal, Vol. 3, No. 1

    $75.00

    TMS Journal, Vol. 3, No. 1, January-June 1984 contains:

    • An Overview of Research Projects on Strengthening Masonry Buildings in the United States, J. B. Scalzi
    • ASTM Standards for the Masonry Industry, J. Heslip
    • Nonparametric Tests of Energy Consumption in Brick Frame Residences, J. Dituri, R. E. Turley and W. J. Kennedy
    • Failure of Acrylic Paint and Sealers over Stone and Brick Masonry, S. L. Marusin

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  • TMS eJournal, Vol. 2, No. 1

    TMS eJournal, Vol. 2, No. 1

    $75.00

    TMS Journal, Vol. 2, No. 1, January-June 1982 contains:

    • A Truly Heavy Hobby, R. P. Anjaro, SR.
    • Measured Earthquake Response of a Concrete Block Masonry Shear Wall Building, G. C. Hart and S. C. Huang

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  • TMS eJournal, Vol. 2, No. 2

    TMS eJournal, Vol. 2, No. 2

    $75.00

    TMS Journal, Vol. 2, No. 2, January-June 1983 contains:

    • Behavior of Hollow Concrete Masonry Prisms Under Axial Load and Bending, I. J. Besica and H.G. Harris
    • Measurment of the Creep Strain Distribution in an Axially Loaded Brickwork Wall, D. Warren and D. Lenczner

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  • TMS eJournal, Vol. 2, No. 3

    TMS eJournal, Vol. 2, No. 3

    $75.00

    TMS Journal, Vol. 2, No. 3, July-December 1983 contains:

    • Variability of Reinforced Concrete Masonry Beam Strength in Flexure and Shear, H. Keller and G.T. Suter
    • Behavior of Floor-to-Wall Connections in Concrete Masonry Buildings, A. Anuar, S.K. Arya and G.A. Hegemier
    • An Earthquake Design Equation for Shear Walls in Shear, G.C. Hart, S.C. Huang, R.E. Englekirk, and S. Dow

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  • TMS eJournal, Vol. 1, No. 2

    TMS eJournal, Vol. 1, No. 2

    $75.00

    TMS Journal, Vol. 1, No. 2, July-December 1981 contains:

    • Slender Walls Research Program by California Structural Engineers, J.E. Amrhein
    • Distribution of Lateral Forces in Multistory Masonry Shear Wall Systems, L. Cerny and C. Baldridge
    • Analysis of the Diametral Masonry Core Shear Test Specimen, R. H. Atkinson
    • Torsional Strength of Brick Masonry Joints, A. A. Hamid and M. E. Tate
    • Ductility of Unconfined and Confined Concrete Masonry Shear Walls, M. J. N. Priestly

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  • TMS eJournal, Vol. 3, No. 2

    TMS eJournal, Vol. 3, No. 2

    $75.00

    TMS Journal,Vol. 3, No. 2, July-December 1984 contains:

    • Long Beach 1333 Coalinga 1983 But with a Difference, J. E. Amrhein and J. A. Giron
    • Hurricane Alicia Tests Materials in Materials in Houston’s Skyline, J. G. Borchelt and F.S. Pongette
    • Investigation of the Interface between Brick and Mortar, G. W. Chase
    • Effect of Grouting on the Flexural Tensile Strength of Concrete Block Masonry, R. G. Drysdale and A.A. Hamid

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