The Masonry Society have published their Masonry Designers’ Guide 2022 which has been fully updated to the 2022 TMS 402/602 and ASCE/SEI 7-22. The guide serves as a reference for engineers, contractors, architects, inspectors, building code authorities and...
50 projects have been shortlisted for the Brick Award 24, the international prize for brick architecture hosted by Weinerberger. In total 743 projects from 54 countries were submitted and these have now been whittled down to the top 50. The Brick Award is split into...
The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has released the latest edition of their whole life carbon assessment (WLCA) standard. The WLCA is set to become the world-leading standard for consistent and accurate carbon measurement in the built environment. This...
The Masonry Society has launched the all new Masonry Standards Online subscription platform, which provides easy access to TMS standards from anywhere with enhanced commentary, additional features, and multi-use access. Standards are available through individual...
It is with deep sadness that the Society learnt of the passing of Denzil Spencer earlier this year. Many of the Society members will recall that Denzil was President of the Society in 1992-93. Denzil was born at Blyth in North Nottinghamshire in 1943. After graduating...
With support from members of the Existing Masonry Committee, TMS has issued a new issue of TMS Responds addressing corrosion of metal ties embedded in masonry. To access this issue, click the button below, or to see a listing of past issues, click here. Access...
Updated 1/4/2023 – Now includes TMS E-News Vol 15 No. 6 The Masonry Society (TMS) Sustainability E-News Vol 15 No 5 Sustainability E-News Vol 15 No 6 Wienerberger Wienerberger commits to sustainable energy management. H+H International A/S Sustainability...
The IMS is pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 International Masonry Society Student Project Awards are Mihailo Bogoslavov of the University of Calgary and Krishnachandran S of the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. Further details to follow in the next...
The European Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Association (EAACA) has defined a decarbonisation roadmap for Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) products. This roadmap sets out a pathway for AAC products to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 with the potential to become carbon...
This year, Wienerberger succeeded in further improving its ranking, achieving a new top score for its ESG management and winning its first gold medal. Among all companies of the sector rated by EcoVadis worldwide, Wienerberger ranks among the top 4% in its overall...
AAC has been gaining popularity for a long time in the United States, due to its green and sustainable characteristics which is increasingly important in today’s construction world. Within the AAC market in the United States, thinner lightweight AAC panels and masonry...
Ibstock have recently published their paper on ‘Delivering on Dematerialisation’ which communicates the work they are doing to deliver on their commitment to dematerialisation. It aims to explain how their ESG Strategy has galvanised action and accelerated their...
A research development programme, created by Birmingham City University, product manufacturers, industry bodies and contactors to better understand and implement forthcoming Government construction guidelines, has secured a national award for its commitment to...
Royal Academy of Engineering Award in recognition for a career in structural engineering spanning nearly 70 years. Professor Jacques Heyman FREng was presented with the Sir Frank Whittle Medal at the Academy’s AGM on 20 September 2022 in recognition of his outstanding...
The European AAC Association has published a defined decarbonisation roadmap for Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) products. This roadmap sets out a pathway for Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) products to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 with the potential to become...
The Future Homes Hub has published a Guide for masonry design to meet the new Energy Regulations in England that came into force on 15th June. This guide is intended to help housebuilders, designers, and others involved in the development of new homes to understand...
The 2nd Edition is now available as an electronic document. Eurocode for Masonry, EN 1996-1-1 and EN 1996-2: Guidance and worked examples using the UK National Annex. 2nd Edition Whilst the format and contents of the First Edition of the Guide are unchanged, they have...
The video of the IMS online seminar 22 September 2021 is now available. It will be of interest to the specifiers, producers and users of masonry mortars as well as researchers and students. Masonry mortar experts from a range of backgrounds present their views...
› The acquisition of Struxura is in line with the targets of Wienerberger’s growth strategy and enhances value creation within the Group› With the Struxura portfolio added to its own product range, and thanks to digital BIM solutions, Wienerberger is taking the next...
Brickwork Masterclasses, a Home Building Skills Partnership Initiative created with the Association of Brickwork Contractors (ABC) and CITB, have been relaunched and are available to book now. The sessions are delivered by NHBC and are designed to provide practical...
