scope:

Connectors Included

This Standard applies to the following types of masonry connectors:

(a) ties used to interconnect the wythes of a wall;

(b) ties used to attach masonry veneer to its structural backing;

(c) anchors used to connect masonry walls to intersecting walls or to other structural members;

(d) anchors used to attach stone to its structural backing or to interconnect stone;

(e) fasteners used to secure masonry ties and anchors to structural elements; and

(f) repair connectors used in the restoration or improvement of existing masonry wall systems.

Connectors Excluded

This Standard does not apply to

(a) connectors for precast concrete;

(b) connectors for prefabricated masonry panels; or

(c) fasteners used to attach equipment or fixtures to buildings.

Loads

Loads acting on connectors shall be determined in accordance with CSA Standard CAN3- S304 or S304.1.

Construction

Installation of masonry connectors shall be in accordance with CSA Standard A371.

Types of Connectors

This Standard recognizes three types of masonry connectors, as follows:

(a) conventional connectors;

(b) nonconventional connectors; and

(c) repair connectors.

Conventional connectors shall comply with the requirements of Clause 9 and all other Clauses of this Standard, except Clauses 1 O and 1 1. Nonconventional connectors shall comply with the requirements of Clause 10 and all other clauses of this Standard, except Clauses 9 and 11. Repair connectors shall comply with the requirements of Clause 11 and all other clauses of this Standard, except Clauses 9 and 10.