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    I.S. 189:1974

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    CONCRETE BUILDING BRICKS

    Available format(s):  Hardcopy, PDF

    Superseded date:  26-11-2010

    Language(s):  English

    Published date:  01-01-1974

    Publisher:  National Standards Authority of Ireland

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    1 Scope
    PART 1: CONCRETE BRICKS - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
    2 Definitions
    3 Classification
    4 Cement
    5 Aggregates
    6 Additives or admixtures
    7 Dimensions
    8 Physical properties
    9 Manufacturer's certificate
    10 Independent tests
    11 Samples for test
    12 Marking
    PART 2: CONCRETE FIXING BRICKS
    PART 3: CONCRETE FACING BRICKS
    13 Ordering
    14 Visual properties
    15 Marking
    APPENDICES
    A Methods of sampling
    B Method of measuring dimensions and performing the
      compressive strength test
    C Uniformity of compressive strength
    D Methods for the determination of drying shrinkage
    E Recommendations on the use of concrete bricks

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    Describes patterns, cement, aggregate and additives. Limits and methods of test are given for tolerance on dimensions, strength and drying shrinkage. Requirements are included for facing and fixing bricks. Also covers procedures for marking, sampling, testing and quality control.

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    Document Type Standard
    Publisher National Standards Authority of Ireland
    Status Superseded
    Superseded By

    Standards Referenced By This Book - (Show below) - (Hide below)

    I.S. 325-1:1986 CODE OF PRACTICE FOR USE OF MASONRY - PART 1: STRUCTURAL USE OF UNREINFORCED MASONRY
    I.S. 325-2:1995 CODE OF PRACTICE FOR USE OF MASONRY - PART 2: MASONRY CONSTRUCTION
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