Masonry Magazine January 2008 Page. 37

Words: Rob Greer, Bryan Light, Manu Shah
Masonry Magazine January 2008 Page. 37

Masonry Magazine January 2008 Page. 37
Copper Aqua Flash
A composite flexible flashing which includes a layer of polyester film bonded to a solid sheet of soft tempered copper. This composite is bonded to a 32 mils of a highly adhesive SBS modified bitumen (rubberized asphalt) with a removable silicone coated liner. By encapsulating the copper in the film and the rubberized asphalt, the copper is completely protected from any alkalis or acids found in concrete or mortar.

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Seismic Anchors
WIRE-BOND's channel slot, dovetail corrugated and veneer anchors are modified to meet seismic codes. The seismic lug forms a channel in brick veneer for continuous 9 gauge or 3/16" wire. Available in 12, 14, and 16 gauge with widths of 1-14" and standard lengths of 3-1/2", 4-1/2", and 5-1/2". Mill galvanized, hot dipped galvanized, and stainless steel finishes.

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WIRE-BOND®'s Sure-Tie Gets Right To The Point!
Sure-Tie quickly and accurately pierces insulation and/or wallboard to abut with steel studs in brick veneer applications.
* One-piece design provides superior strength.
* Sure-Tie has a #12-24 tapping thread 1" in length.
* Accommodates 1/2" and 5/8" wallboard and various thicknesses of 4' by 8' insulation sheets.
* Climaseal coating provides superior corrosion resistance.

WIRE-BOND
Innovation In Masonry Construction
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Type III-X Anchor
WIRE-BOND'S Type III-X Anchor installs quickly and easily on exterior walls with brick veneer while providing positive contact with metal studs. It transfers compression loads to the steel stud backup. The Type III-X is available in 14 gauge and 12 gauge (plate). Finishes include mill galvanized, hot dip galvanized, and stainless steel. Prongs on the anchors are available in lengths to accommodate 1", 1-1/2, 2", and 2-1/2" insulation, as well as 1/2" and 5/8" wallboard.

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Corelock (patent pending)
New rebar positioner is "seated" 1-1/4" deep into core of CMU. Diagonal placement in block insures rebar is automatically centered every time. Prevents any possible movement of positioner during block installation. Simple, one-piece, no-weld design. Does not interfere with installation of wire masonry joint reinforcement.

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