Hybrid Masonry/Steel Details

Structural Masonry offers an economical structural solution, since it serves as both framing system and exterior envelope. Projects requiring structural steel can reduce costs with a Hybrid Masonry system, where masonry within a steel frame eliminates the need for steel cross bracing and can even provide some load sharing capabilities with the steel frame. Masonry is naturally good in compression, steel in tension so maximizing those complementary natures makes good economic sense. These details can help, and so can we. Call 1-800-IMI-0988.

List of Details

• 20.WE1: Typical building frame elevation
• 20.WE2: Wall elevation foundation
• 20.WE3: Wall elevation - frame
• 20.C1: Column connection detail: option 1
• 20.C2: Column connection detail: option 2
• 20.LL1: Wall construction sequence - low lift grout
• 20.LL2: Wall construction sequence - low lift grout
• 20.LL3: Wall construction sequence - low lift grout
• 20.HL1: Wall construction sequence - high lift grout
• 20.HL2: Wall construction sequence - high lift grout
• 20.HL3: Wall construction sequence - high lift grout
• 20.C3: Type III hybrid
• 20.C4: Type III hybrid
• 20.LL31: Wall construction sequence - low lift grout
• 20.HL31: Wall construction sequence - high lift grout
• 20.CON1: Connection plates at beam/girder

 

Software modeling video

Hand Calculations
“Hybrid Masonry Structures,” by David Biggs, PE

 

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DISCLAIMER
This program is intended for engineering professionals who are competent to evaluate the significance and limitations of the information provided herein. It should not be used as the sole guide for structural masonry and/or hybrid masonry/steel engineering. Factors such as construction practices, building code requirements, designs, and details must be tailored to local practice. Care has been taken to ensure that the information included in this program is as accurate as possible. However, NCMA, IMI, Bentley Systems and Ryan Biggs Associates do not assume responsibility for errors or omissions resulting from the use of the material in this program or in its use when preparing plans or specifications.