What Is a Bond Block

What Is a Bond Block

Bond beam blocks are horizontal concrete masonry units in which the web portion have cuts or holes to access vertical reinforcement. They may be U-shaped or sometimes they may come up with knockout sections which can be removed while using. Bond beams are placed in courses in masonry walls to construct a bond beam.

What is bond beam block used for?

The bond beam is made up of specialized blocks that are filled with grout to hold a sturdy steel bar in place. They add steel reinforcement to structures that might need more than just traditional CMUs to hold it up sufficiently. The use of a bond beam helps to link the building together more integrally.

What are the different types of blocks?

  • Types of Hollow Concrete Blocks:
  • Concrete Stretcher Blocks.
  • Concrete Corner Blocks.
  • Concrete Pillar Blocks.
  • Jamb Concrete Blocks.
  • Partition Concrete Block.
  • Lintel Blocks.
  • Frogged Brick Blocks.
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