24" Center Hand Hold Block

Abstract

A multi-use component of a masonry wall (CMU) that works in place of, or with, standard 6″, 8″, 10″, 12″ wide×16″long block which allows for increased daily production. The composite block includes a pair of opposed and parallel masonry faceshell transversed with 3 webs creating two equal cells and two half cells, (FIG. 2 ) Cell alignment matches existing standard CMU configurations. The face shell and truss-web members have configured elements that integrate with the concrete mass thru mortar providing a permanent amalgamated bond. Portions of the cell alignment allow for continuous reinforcement with steel and grout. The assembled multi-component composite block wall is structurally stable, durable and thermally efficient.

1 . A masonry (CMU) 24″ block component that when used in place of a standard (CMU) 16″ long block will allow the mason to complete a larger wall area with little or no extra effort. 
     
     
         2 . The 24″ Center Hand Hold Block eliminates the need to apply mortar to one less end joint than standard laid in place 16″ CMU's. 
     
     
         3 . The center hand hold, placed at the center point of the unit gives an equal weight distribution so as to allow ease of handling. 
     
     
         4 . The cell alignment will match existing existing standard 16″ long CMU configurations, regardless of width, so as not to interfere with the steel reinforcement or grouting. 
     
     
         5 . This exact length configuration could be applied to any standard 6″, 8″, 10″ and 12″ width. ( FIG. 1 ) L 1  vs L  1 . 5   
     
     
         6 . The 24″ Center Hand Hold Block allows for ease of placing around rebar by eliminating the lifting process of Standard CMU's over said reinforcing. ( FIG. 4 ) 
     
     
         7 . As with all Standard Block configurations the 24″ Center Hand Hold Block will also be produced as a split able ( FIG. 6 ) to help maintain the integrity of the cell as well as maintaining the typical running bond ( FIG. 5 ) of the wall.