| Council for Masonry Research |
The Council for Masonry Research was formed to fulfill the need for an organization to lead and assist in the development of material and construction oriented research designed to increase and preserve markets for masonry materials. The Council represents diverse interests from within the masonry industry. Through its contributing members the Council has sponsored and actively participated in both industry and federally funded research while also providing continuing technical support for research programs.
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| CMR REPORTS | CMR Report is newsletter distributed periodically to researchers, code developers, designers, and representatives of the masonry industry. The newsletter features current masonry research activities as well as the application of research into practice through enhancements in design practices and masonry codes and standards. |
| RESEARCH REPORT (690KB) | Research Report - Evaluation of Minimum Reinforcing Bar Splice Criteria for Hollow Clay Brick and Hollow Concrete Block Masonry |
| RESEARCH REPORT (63KB) | Research Report - Evaluation of Tension Capacity of Masonry Splices at Early Ages |
| RESEARCH NEEDS (133KB) |
Research Needs of Masonry Materials and Systems is maintained by CMR which categorizes the research priorities of the masonry industry. The Research Needs document includes project descriptions, recommended approach, and benefits for specific research projects. |
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RESEARCH |
Research Report - TMS Disaster Investigation Report - Performance of Masonry Structures in the Nisqually, Washington Earthquake of February 28, 2001 |
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