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Articulated Walling
This edition replaces Articulated Walling (CN9) published in October 1984 (revised 1991 & 1998). It is a referenced document in the BCA and in AS 2870 Residential slabs and footings - Construction and has been revised to be consistent with current standards. The document deals with the articulation of masonry walls (both internal and external) built on a concrete slab-on-ground footing.
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Sulfate-resisting Concrete
This Technical Note reports the outcome of a research project conducted by CCAA. In this project the performance of ten concrete mixes proportioned using five sulfate resisting cements complying with AS 3972 was evaluated. The results were examined in relation to long-term concrete exposure data. It also reviewes current specifications for sulfate resisting concrete in the context of the research findings.
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Durability of Masonry Mortar
This Technical note presents the outcome of a major research project conducted by CCAA to investigate factors affecting the durability of masonry mortat. It examines the influence of masonry unit, mortar type and composition and joint finish on the potential durability of mortar in marine exposure.
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Houses for Bushfire-prone Sites
This technical note provides guidance on the construction of new dwellings, retrofitting of existing dwellings and repair after a dwelling has been subject to bushfire attack.
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Joints in Concrete Buildings
This Technical Note reminds designers of the reasons for including joints in buildings and the performance requirements they should meet. It gives some guidance on their planning, design and detailing.
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Bond Strength in Masonry Construction
This Technical note discusses factors affecting masonry bond strength and presents outcome of research on bond strenth of masonry construction. It also discusses practical considerations for mixing mortar and constructing masonry to achieve good bond strength.
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Cements - Properties and Characteristics
This Technical Note supersedes the 1989 edition Hydraulic Cements - Properties and Characteristics (TN59). It is based on AS 3972-1997 Portland and blended cements. Contents cover fields of application for the various cement types; a discussion of the types of portland and blended cement and provides information on the chemical and physical properties of cement.
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