STRUCTURAL MASONRY ASSEMBLY

Abstract

A fire resistant structural masonry assembly has a plurality of connected triangular masonry units, end caps, minor corners, major corners, lintels, and rebar. Mortar is affixed to the first and second mortar beds and of the triangular masonry units and between the first end cap mortar bed and the first side or the second side of the triangular masonry unit. The R value of a plurality of connected load supporting walls have an R value greater than a standard brick. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly has an overall weight less than identically sized concrete block units (CMU) and clay brick, wherein the chase of the triangular masonry unit is adapted to receive wiring and insulation.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

The present application claims priority to and the benefit of co-pending U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/507,926 filed on May 18, 2017, entitled “STRUCTURAL MASONRY ASSEMBLY” (our reference 3044.001). This reference is hereby incorporated in its entirety.

FIELD

The present embodiment generally relates to a fire resistant structural masonry assembly.

BACKGROUND

A need exists for a light weight economical and esthetically designed masonry wall.

A further need exists for masonry that can capture other construction, such as a steel column.

The present embodiments meet these needs.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The detailed description will be better understood in conjunction with the accompanying drawings as follows:

FIG. 1 depicts the triangular masonry unit according to one or more embodiments.

FIG. 2 depicts the end cap according to one or more embodiments.

FIG. 3 depicts the minor corner according to one or more embodiments.

FIG. 4 depicts the major corner according to one or more embodiments.

FIG. 5 depicts the lintel according to one or more embodiments.

FIG. 6 depicts an assembled structural masonry assembly according to one or more embodiments.

The present embodiments are detailed below with reference to the listed Figures.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

Before explaining the present apparatus in detail, it is to be understood that the apparatus is not limited to the particular embodiments and that it can be practiced or carried out in various ways.

The present invention relates to a fire resistant structural masonry assembly.

A fire resistant structural masonry assembly has a plurality of connected triangular masonry units with a first triangular masonry unit rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit.

Each triangular masonry unit has an alignment hole. Each triangular masonry unit has a first mortar bed and a second mortar bed on opposite sides, a first side, a second side, a face, and a chase.

The fire resistant structural masonry assembly has a plurality of end caps. Each end cap has an end cap alignment hole. Each end cap is mounted to an end of the plurality of connected triangular masonry units on a first end cap mortar bed.

The fire resistant structural masonry assembly has a plurality of rebar. Each rebar is inserted through the alignment hole of each triangular masonry unit and each end cap alignment hole.

Mortar is affixed to the first and second mortar beds of the triangular masonry units, and affixed between the first end cap mortar bed and the first side or the second side of the triangular masonry unit.

The R value of the plurality of connected load supporting walls have an R value greater than a standard brick, wherein tire resistant structural masonry assembly has an overall weight less than identically sized concrete block units (CMU) and clay brick. The chase of the triangular masonry unit is adapted to receive wiring and insulation, and the fire resistant structural assembly provides a water resistant structure capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

In another embodiment, a fire resistant structural masonry assembly contains a plurality of connected triangular masonry units with a first triangular masonry unit rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit, wherein each triangular masonry unit has an alignment hole. Each triangular masonry unit has a first mortar bed and a second mortar bed on opposite sides, a first side, a second side, and a chase.

The fire resistant structural masonry assembly contains a plurality of major corners for connecting between pairs of triangular masonry units, wherein each major corner comprising a major corner alignment hole, and further wherein each major corner is mounted to a triangular masonry unit on a first major side or a second major side using mortar with a plurality of rebar inserted through the major alignment hole.

In embodiments, the fire resistant structural masonry assembly contains a plurality of rebar, wherein each rebar is inserted through the alignment hole of each triangular masonry unit and each major corner alignment hole.

Mortar is affixed to the first and second mortar beds of the triangular masonry units and affixed between the first major side or second major side of the major corner and the first side or the second side of the triangular masonry unit.

In embodiments, the R value of the plurality of connected load supporting walls have an R value greater than a standard brick, wherein fire resistant structural masonry assembly has an overall weight less that identically sized concrete block units (CMU) and clay brick, and further wherein the chase of the triangular masonry unit is adapted to receive wiring and insulation, and the fire resistant structural assembly provides a water resistant structure capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

In embodiments, a fire resistant structural masonry assembly contains a plurality of connected triangular masonry units with a first triangular masonry unit rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit, wherein each triangular masonry unit has an alignment hole, and further wherein each triangular masonry unit has a first mortar bed and a second mortar bed on opposite sides, a first side, a second side, and a chase.

The fire resistant structural masonry assembly contains a plurality of minor corners for connecting between pairs of triangular masonry units, wherein each minor corner has a minor corner alignment hole, and further wherein each minor corner is mounted to a triangular masonry unit on a first minor side or a second minor side, using mortar, with a plurality of rebar inserted through the minor alignment hole.

In embodiments, the fire resistant structural masonry assembly contains a plurality of rebar, wherein each rebar is inserted through the alignment hole of each triangular masonry unit and each minor corner alignment hole.

Mortar is affixed to the first and second mortar beds of the triangular masonry units and affixed between the first minor side and second minor side and the first side or the second side of the triangular masonry unit.

In embodiments, the R value of the plurality of connected load supporting walls have an R value greater than a standard brick, wherein fire resistant structural masonry assembly has an overall weight less that identically sized concrete block units (CMU) and clay brick, and further wherein the chase of the triangular masonry unit is adapted to receive wiring and insulation, and the fire resistant structural assembly provides a water resistant structure capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

In another embodiments, a fire resistant structural masonry assembly contains a plurality of connected triangular masonry units with a first triangular masonry unit rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit, wherein each triangular masonry unit has an alignment hole, and wherein each triangular masonry unit has a first mortar bed and a second mortar bed on opposite sides, a first side, a second side, and a chase.

The fire resistant structural masonry assembly contains a plurality of rebar, wherein each rebar is inserted through the alignment hole of each triangular masonry unit.

Mortar is affixed to the first and second mortar beds of the triangular masonry units and affixed between the first side and second side of adjacent triangular masonry units.

In embodiments, the R value of the plurality of connected load supporting walls have an R value greater than a standard brick, wherein fire resistant structural masonry assembly has an overall weight less that identically sized concrete block units (CMU) and clay brick, and wherein the chase of the triangular masonry unit is adapted to receive wiring and insulation, and the fire resistant structural assembly provides a water resistant structure capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle

Each triangular masonry unit can be installed easier and weighs less than conventional masonry. Also, the masonry assembly can be easily installed, and the design of the triangular masonry unit can be easily manipulated.

The embodiments can be used for structural elements, such as the foundation and above grade exterior walls, as well as decorative elements, such as interior walls.

The embodiments do not require a bricklayer or mason to receive additional training, because the embodiments are installed in a similar manner as conventional bricks and blocks.

In metallic building constructions, the embodiments take the place of exterior girts.

The embodiment may cost less than conventional masonry.

The following terms can be used herein.

The term “chase” refers to vertical passage way for steel reinforcement rods, data lines, or electrical conduit.

The term “end cap” refers to a masonry unit used to end a horizontal run, and may also be used as an edge for door and window openings.

The term “fire resistant” means a material that has been tested and assigned a time period for fire to burn through from one side to the other.

The term “load supporting wall” refers to a structural engineered wall capable of supporting its own weight as well as a designed load (weight) as designed by a structural engineer.

The term “masonry” refers to a clay, or concrete product with a specific size, and measurable strength characteristics used in the construction industry.

The term “mortar” refers to a mixture of cement and lime with sand and water, used between the masonry units.

The term “mortar bed” refers to an area where mortar is applied for adhesion, and strength in both horizontal and vertical applications.

The term “reinforcement rods” refers to steel bars of specific diameters and raised ridges to bind mortar and masonry units together.

The term “standard brick” as used herein is also known as nominal brick meaning its dimensions are 2⅔″ high by 8″ wide by 4″ deep and has been fired or heat treated.

The term “major and minor alignment hole” refers to a vertical passage way inches wide by 1½ inches long for steel reinforcement rods to span from top to bottom.

The term “water resistant” refers to a term used to describe how long a measured amount of water will take to penetrate through a material.

Now turning to the Figures, FIG. 1 depicts a triangular masonry unit 10 of the plurality of triangular masonry units with an alignment hole 24 between a first wiring conduit 26a and a second wiring conduit 26b.

Each triangular masonry unit has a first side 16 and a second side 18, a face 14 and a chase 12.

A first beveled notch 28a is on an end between the first side and a face.

A second beveled notch 28b is on an end between the face and second side.

A third beveled notch 28c is on an end between the first side and the second side.

Each triangular masonry unit has a first mortar bed 20 and a second mortar bed 22 fully covering each triangular unit on opposite sides.

Mortar is affixed to the first mortar bed 20 and second mortar beds 22 of the triangular masonry units.

FIG. 2 depicts an end cap 120 of the plurality of end caps.

Each end cap 120 has an end cap alignment hole 132.

The end cap can be mounted to an end of the plurality of connected triangular masonry units on a first end cap mortar bed 134.

In embodiments, the end cap 120 can also be mounted to the plurality of connected triangular masonry units on a second end cap mortar bed 136.

Each end cap 120 has a first end cap notch 128 located between a first end cap side 122 and a third end cap side 126.

Additionally, each end cap 120 has a second end cap notch 130 located between a second end cap side 124 and a third end cap side 126.

In embodiments, the fire resistant masonry assembly has a plurality of rebar. Each rebar is inserted through the alignment hole of each triangular masonry unit and each end cap alignment hole.

Mortar is affixed between the first end cap mortar bed 134 and the first side or the second side of the triangular masonry unit.

FIG. 3 depicts the minor corner 70 of a plurality of minor corners for connecting between pairs of triangular masonry units.

Each minor corner 70 includes a minor corner alignment hole 90 located between a first minor wiring conduit 88a and a second minor wiring conduit 88b and a minor chase 84.

The minor chase has a plurality of minor walls 86a-86d.

The minor corner 70 contains a minor inside corner notch 82. The minor inside corner notch 82 has a first minor bevel 80a and a second minor bevel 80b.

In embodiments, the minor inside corner notch 82 is located between a first minor side 76 and a second minor side 78.

The minor corner contains a first minor lip located between a first minor side and a first minor corner face.

Also, a second minor lip is located between a second minor side and a second minor corner face.

Each minor corner is mounted to a triangular masonry unit on a first minor side 76 or a second minor side 78 using mortar with a plurality of rebar inserted through the minor alignment hole 90.

Mortar is affixed between the first minor bed 92 and the first side or the second side of the triangular masonry unit fully covering each triangular unit on opposite sides.

Additionally, mortar is affixed between the second minor bed 94 and the first side or the second side of the triangular masonry unit fully covering each triangular unit on opposite sides.

FIG. 4 depicts the major corner 40 of the plurality of major corners, for connecting between pairs of triangular masonry units.

Each major corner 40 includes a major corner alignment hole 60. The major corner 40 is mounted to a triangular masonry unit on a first major side 44 or a second major side 46, using mortar, with a plurality of rebar inserted through the major alignment hole 60.

The major alignment hole 60 is located between a first major wiring conduit 62a and a second major wiring conduit 62b.

The major corner 40 contains a major chase 58 with a plurality of major chase walls 64a-64d.

In embodiments, the major corner has a major inside corner notch 56 located between a first major inside face 52 and a second major inside face 54.

Each major corner 40 contains a first major beveled notch 50a located between a first major side 44 and the first major inside face 52.

Additionally, each major corner 40 contains a second major beveled 50b notch located between a second major side 46 and a second major inside face 54.

The major corner 40 contains a first major lip 48a located between the first major side 44 and the first major face 42a.

Also, the major corner 40 contain a second major lip 48b located between the second major side 46 and the second major face 42b.

Mortar is affixed between the first major mortar bed 66 and the first side or the second side of the triangular masonry unit fully covering each triangular unit on opposite sides.

Additionally, mortar is affixed between the second minor bed 68 and the first side or the second side of the triangular masonry unit fully covering each triangular unit on opposite sides.

FIG. 5 depicts a lintel 140 connected over a plurality of triangular masonry units with mortar.

The lintel 140 with a U shape body containing a mortar channel 146, a first front face 141, a second front face 142, a first lintel face 144, a second lintel face 150, a bottom lintel face 148, first top lintel face 145a and a second top lintel face 145b. The mortar channel is configured to receive rebar 200a and 200b and mortar 300.

In embodiments, the lintel 140 with a U shape body has a slope from 20 degrees to 35 degrees.

The lintel 140 is affixed in a mortar bed over the plurality of connected triangular masonry units for a door opening or window opening in a facility, commonly known as a lintel or bond beam.

Mortar is affixed between the bottom lintel face 148 and the top side of the triangular masonry unit.

FIG. 6 depicts an assembled fire resistant structural masonry assembly in running bond pattern with a plurality of connected triangular masonry units 10, an end cap 120, a minor corner 70, and a major corner 40.

In embodiments, the R value of the plurality of connected load supporting walls have an R value greater than a standard brick, and wherein fire resistant structural masonry assembly has an overall weight less than identically sized concrete block units (CMU) and clay brick. The chase of the triangular masonry unit is adapted to receive wiring and insulation, and the fire resistant structural assembly provides a water resistant structure capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

In embodiments, each triangular block comprises a cured concrete or a dried clay.

In embodiments, each alignment hole is elliptical.

EXAMPLE

A masonry contractor would start by creating a setting bed of mortar on top of an existing concrete footing as sized by the structural engineer. Starting at a corner using a major corner unit, the masonry contractor would start laying the plurality of triangular units alternating the units as the wall stretches out until coming to a minor corner or an end cap.

Next, starting above the major corner unit in the previous corner using a minor corner unit, the masonry contractor, lays an additional layer of triangular masonry units on top of and in the same manner as the plurality of masonry units previously laid.

EXEMPLARY: EXTERIOR APPLICATION

A subdivision entry monuments of triangular masonry units laid in such a fashion to achieve various heights and radiuses for all exterior decorative walls.

A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed and triangular masonry units each being rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit and proceed with the designed lengths to achieve the designers decorative walls design ending with an end cap. A concrete top cap (by others) can shed rain. Each wall can have steel reinforcement bars also known as rebar, whose placement can be determined by a structural engineer based upon climate, and local soil conditions.

This structural masonry assembly will be faster than ordinary concrete block wall due to the structural masonry assembly weighing less than standard concrete blocks, and the ability to align itself quickly with the rebar alignment holes. Traditionally the cost of building a typical concrete block wall was in the labor costs. This assembly uses a mason, who will require no additional training, and a laborer. This assembly of triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, rebar, and mortar can be assembled in less time due to the lighter weight, and not requiring the laborer to lift each traditional concrete block above the height of the vertical rebar, and due to the lighter weight of the components will save time in construction.

Additionally a variety of serpentine (curved) wall shapes allows for the designer to adapt the design to the terrain. A variety of traditional looks can be achieved easily by mixing, rotating, and matching different triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, rebar, and mortar. Additionally, natural stone may be introduced into the design. This structural masonry assembly with the mortar will be able to carry electrical wiring to all exterior walls in the subdivision entry monument.

This structural masonry assembly can be water resistant and capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

EXEMPLARY: EXTERIOR WALL

A retaining wall used to retain soil elevation differences from one side of the structural masonry assembly to the other side can be build to a height as determined by a structural engineer. A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed and triangular masonry units, each being rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit and proceed to the designed lengths to achieve the designers decorative walls design.

A concrete top cap (designed by others) can shed rain.

Each wall can have steel reinforcement bars also known as rebar, whose placement can be determined by a structural engineer based upon climate, and local soil conditions.

This will be faster than ordinary concrete block wall construction due to the structural masonry assembly weighing less than standard concrete blocks, and the ability to align itself quickly with the rebar alignment holes.

This structural masonry assembly with the mortar will be able to carry electrical wiring to exterior lighting along the wall.

This structural masonry assembly can be water resistant and capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

EXEMPLARY: OUTDOOR SEATING

Outdoor seating to be used in both private and public spaces be build to a height as determined by the structural engineer.

A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed, and triangular masonry units each being rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit and proceed to the designed lengths and heights to achieve the designers decorative seat plans.

A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed, and the end of the decorative bench ending with an end cap. A concrete seat (designed by others) can shed rain.

Each wall can have steel reinforcement bars also known as rebar, whose placement can be determined by a structural engineer based upon climate, and local soil conditions.

This will be faster than ordinary concrete block wall due to the structural masonry assembly weighing less than standard concrete blocks, and the ability to align itself quickly with the rebar alignment holes. This assembly of triangular masonry units, end caps, rebar, and mortar can be assembled in less time due to the lighter weight, and not requiring the laborer to lift each traditional concrete block above the height of the vertical rebar, and due to the lighter weight of the components will save time in construction.

This structural masonry assembly with the mortar will be able to carry electrical wiring for any exterior lighting as designed by the electrical engineer.

This structural masonry assembly can be water resistant and capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

EXEMPLARY: RAIN AND WEATHER STRUCTURES

An automotive garage consisting of plurality of triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar.

A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed with openings for the overhead garage door (by others) and a 3 foot man door (by others).

Beginning with a major corner and the triangular masonry units each being rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit and proceed to the designed lengths and using a minor corner, and major corners to build 90 degree corners.

Alternate the triangular masonry units creating a wall 8 foot height for all four exterior walls.

Each of the openings for the overhead garage door (by others) and a 3 foot man door (by others) can be faced with end caps, and a lintel masonry unit. The lintel can be built in a normal concrete block fashion (on the ground) and can be lifted into place supported by the triangular masonry units, and the end caps on either side of the opening. This lintel can have a traditional horizontal shape (flat), or an arched shape.

Traditionally the cost of building a typical concrete block wall was in the labor costs. This assembly uses a mason who will require no additional training, and a laborer. This assembly of triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar can be assembled in less time due to the lighter weight, and not requiring the laborer to lift each traditional concrete block above the height of the vertical rebar, and due to the lighter weight of the components, this will save time in construction.

This structural masonry assembly with the mortar will have an “R” value of 1.9. Electrical wiring will be available to all exterior walls in the garage. The roof structure can be completed by an architect.

This structural masonry assembly can be water resistant and capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

EXEMPLARY: A THREE SIDED BUS SHELTER

A three sided bus stop shelter consisting of plurality of triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, rebar, and mortar.

A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed with an opening for the entry and exit of waiting passengers needing shelter from the weather.

Beginning with a major corners and the triangular masonry units each being rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit to proceed to the designed lengths and using a minor corner, and major corners to build 90 degree corners.

Alternate the triangular masonry units creating 8 foot wall in height for all three exterior walls, the opening for the waiting passengers can be faced with end caps on either side of the opening.

Traditionally the biggest cost involved with building a typical concrete block wall was in the labor costs. This assembly uses a mason, who will require no additional training, and a laborer. This assembly of triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, rebar, and mortar can be assembled in less time due to the lighter weight, and not requiring the laborer to lift each traditional concrete block above the height of the vertical rebar, and due to the lighter weight of the components, this will save time in construction.

This structural masonry assembly with the mortar will have an “R” value of 1.9, however due to this structure open on one end, an “R” value is not at issue. This three sided structure will make an excellent wind barrier.

Electrical wiring will be available to all exterior walls in the bus stop shelter, as well at any lighting located in the roof structure.

The roof and its internal supporting members can be as designed by a structural engineer or an architect.

This structural masonry assembly can be water resistant and capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

EXEMPLARY: UTILITY SHED

A utility shed can be built consisting of plurality of triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar.

A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed with openings for a 3 foot man door (by others).

Beginning with a major corner and the triangular masonry units each being rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit, the mason can proceed to the designed lengths and using a minor corners, and major corners to build 90 degree corners.

Alternate the triangular masonry units creating an 8 foot wall in height for all four exterior walls.

The opening for 3 foot man door (by others) can be faced with end caps, and a lintel masonry unit. The lintel can be built in a normal concrete block fashion (on the ground) and lifted into place supported by the triangular masonry units, and the end caps on either side of the opening. This lintel can have a traditional horizontal shape (flat) or an arched shape.

Traditionally the cost of building a typical concrete block wall was in the labor costs. This assembly uses a mason, who will require no additional training, and a laborer. This assembly of triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar can be assembled in less time due to the lighter weight, and not requiring the laborer to lift each traditional concrete block above the height of the vertical rebar, and due to the lighter weight of the components, this will save time in construction.

This structural masonry assembly with the mortar will have an “R” value of 1.9. Electrical wiring will be available to all exterior walls in the utility shed.

The roof and its supporting members can be as designed by a structural engineer, or an architect.

This structural masonry assembly can be water resistant and capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

EXEMPLARY: INTERIOR WALL-HOUSING APPLICATIONS

An interior fire barrier wall of triangular masonry units designed to achieve various heights and radii for interior walls.

A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed and triangular masonry units each being rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit to achieve the designers decorative plans. Ending of the decorative wall can be accomplished with an end cap.

Each wall can have steel reinforcement bars also known as rebar, whose placement can be determined by a structural engineer based upon climate, and local soil conditions.

This structural masonry assembly will be faster than ordinary concrete block wall due to the structural masonry assembly weighing less than standard concrete blocks, and the ability to align itself quickly with the rebar alignment holes.

This structural masonry assembly with the mortar will be able to carry electrical wiring to all areas in the interior fire barrier wall.

This structural masonry assembly can have a fire resistance of 2 hours, and a sound transmission coefficient of 56.

EXEMPLARY: A BELOW GRADE RESIDENTIAL BASEMENT WALL

A below grade residential basement wall can be built with various heights and radii for above and below ground walls. A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed and triangular masonry units each being rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit to achieve the designer's decorative plans. A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed, and the end of the decorative walls ending with either an end cap, or tied into exterior wall using major and minor corners.

Each wall can have steel reinforcement bars also known as rebar, whose placement can be determined by a structural engineer based upon climate, and local soil conditions.

This structural masonry assembly will be faster than ordinary concrete block wall due to the structural masonry assembly weighing less than standard concrete blocks, and the ability to align itself quickly with the rebar alignment holes.

This structural masonry assembly with the mortar will be able to carry electrical wiring to all exterior walls in the interior fire barrier wall.

This structural masonry assembly can have a fire resistance of 2 hours.

EXEMPLARY: MASONRY FENCE

A masonry fence can be used to divide property from one side of the structural masonry assembly to the other and can be built to a height as determined by a structural engineer.

A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed of triangular masonry units laid in such a fashion to achieve the designers decorative plans, and the end of the wall ending with an end cap.

Each wall can have steel reinforcement bars also known as rebar, whose placement can be determined by a structural engineer based upon climate, and local soil conditions.

This will be faster than ordinary concrete block wall due to the structural masonry assembly weighing less than standard concrete blocks, and the ability to align itself quickly with the rebar alignment holes.

This structural masonry assembly with the mortar will be able to carry electrical wiring to all exterior walls in the masonry fence.

This structural masonry assembly can be water resistant and capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

EXEMPLARY: PRODUCT USED WITH PRE-MANUFACTURED METAL BUILDINGS FOR OFFICE/WAREHOUSE USE

Exterior covering for a pre-manufactured steel structure consists of plurality of triangular masonry an replaces steel structures, known as “girts” and instead has multiple attractive units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar.

A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed with openings for metallic overhead doors (by others), and openings for several 3 foot metallic man door (by others).

Beginning with a major corner and the triangular masonry units and proceeds to the designed lengths and using a minor corner, and major corners to build 90 degree corners.

Alternate the triangular masonry units building the height for all four exterior walls. These triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar, are used in place of structural metallic girts.

The opening for 3 foot man door (by others) can be faced with end caps, and a lintel masonry unit.

The lintel can be built in a normal concrete block fashion (on the ground) and supported by the triangular masonry units, and the end caps on either side of the opening. This lintel can have a traditional horizontal shape (flat) or an arched shape.

These triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar can be used as a highly decorative interior surface, such as in office spaces, and can easily incorporate doors and windows into the design of the facade.

Traditionally the cost of building a typical concrete block wall was in the labor costs. This assembly uses a mason, who will require no additional training, and a laborer. This assembly of triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar can be assembled in less time due to the lighter weight, and not requiring the laborer to lift each traditional concrete block above the height of the vertical rebar, and due to the lighter weight of the components, this will save time in erection.

This structural masonry assembly with the mortar will have an “R” value of 1.9. Electrical wiring will be available to all exterior walls in the office warehouse.

The roof and its supporting members are designed by a structural engineer and are part of the packaged steel supplied by the metallic building company.

This structural exterior masonry assembly can be water resistant and capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

EXEMPLARY: High Traffic Industrial Buildings

Exterior covering for a pre-manufactured steel structure consisting of plurality of triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar.

A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed with openings for metallic overhead doors (by others), and openings for several 3 foot metallic man door (by others).

Beginning with a major corner and the triangular masonry units proceed the designed lengths and using a minor corner, and major corners to build 90 degree corners.

Alternate the triangular masonry units building the height for all four exterior walls. These triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar are used in place of structural metallic girts. The triangular masonry units can “wrap” the interior columns to protect those columns from fork lifts, skip loaders, & hand dolly traffic.

The interior surface made up of these triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar. This will allow the deletion of protective interior metallic liner panels, and save both time and money.

Traditionally the cost of building a typical concrete block wall was in the labor costs. This assembly uses a mason, who will require no additional training, and a laborer. This assembly of triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar can be assembled in less time due to the lighter weight, and not requiring the laborer to lift each traditional concrete block above the height of the vertical rebar, and due to the lighter weight of the components will save time in construction.

This structural masonry assembly with the mortar will have an “R” value of 1.9. Electrical wiring will be available to all exterior walls in the office warehouse.

The roof and its supporting members are designed by a structural engineer and are part of the packaged steel supplied by the metallic building company.

This structural exterior masonry assembly can be water resistant and capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

EXEMPLARY: Decorative Stairwell Enclosure

A stairway enclosure consisting of plurality of triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar.

A concrete foundation slab (by others) can accept the first mortar bed with openings for metallic stair treads, risers & stringers to be placed inside the three sided stairway enclosure.

A variety of traditional looks can be achieved easily by mixing, rotating, and matching different triangular masonry units and lintel masonry units.

The manufactured metallic stair can be supported by the triangular masonry units, or the stairs can be self supported using the triangular masonry units as decoration only.

Handrails (by others) can be bolted into the triangular masonry units the same as with traditional concrete block, and will support weight up to 300 pounds.

Traditionally the cost of building a typical concrete block wall was in the labor costs. This assembly uses a mason, who will require no additional training, and a laborer. This assembly of triangular masonry units, major corners, minor corners, end caps, lintels, rebar, and mortar can be assembled in less time due to the lighter weight, and not requiring the laborer to lift each traditional concrete block above the height of the vertical rebar, and due to the lighter weight of the components will save time in construction.

Electrical wiring will be available to all exterior walls, and interior walks in the stairwell.

While these embodiments have been described with emphasis on the embodiments, it should be understood that within the scope of the appended claims, the embodiments might be practiced other than as specifically described herein.

Claims

1. A fire resistant structural masonry assembly comprising:

a. a plurality of connected triangular masonry units with a first triangular masonry unit rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit, each triangular masonry unit having an alignment hole, each triangular masonry unit having a first mortar bed and a second mortar bed on opposite sides, a first side and a second side, a face and a chase;

b. a plurality of end caps, each end cap having an end cap alignment hole, each end cap mounted to an end of the plurality of connected triangular masonry units on a first end cap mortar bed;

c. a plurality of rebar, each rebar inserted through the alignment hole of each triangular masonry unit and each end cap alignment hole;

d. mortar affixed to the first and second mortar beds and of the triangular masonry units, and affixed between the first end cap mortar bed and the first side or the second side of the triangular masonry unit; wherein the R value of the plurality of connected load supporting walls have an R value greater than a standard brick, and wherein fire resistant structural masonry assembly has an overall weight less than identically sized concrete block units (CMU) and clay brick, wherein the chase of the triangular masonry unit is adapted to receive wiring and insulation, and the fire resistant structural assembly provides a water resistant structure capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

2. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 1, comprising a plurality of minor corners, for connecting between pairs of triangular masonry units, each minor corner comprising a minor corner alignment hole, each minor corner mounted to a triangular masonry unit on a first minor side or a second minor side using mortar, with a plurality of rebar inserted through the minor alignment hole.

3. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 1, comprising a plurality of major corners, for connecting between pairs of triangular masonry units, each major corner comprising a major corner alignment hole, each major corner mounted to a triangular masonry unit on a first major side or a second major side using mortar, with a plurality of rebar inserted through the major alignment hole.

4. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 1, comprising a lintel connected over a plurality of triangular masonry units with mortar, the lintel comprising a U shape body containing a mortar channel, the mortar channel configured to receive rebar and mortar, the lintel affixed in a mortar bed over the plurality of connected triangular masonry units for a door opening or window opening in a facility.

5. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 2, comprising a plurality of major corners, for connecting between pairs of triangular masonry units, each major corner comprising a major corner alignment hole each major corner mounted to a triangular masonry unit on a first major side or a second major side using mortar, with a plurality of rebar inserted through the major alignment hole.

6. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 4, comprising a plurality of major corners, for connecting between pairs of triangular masonry units, each major corner comprising a major corner alignment hole, each major corner mounted to a triangular masonry unit on a first major side or a second major side using mortar, with a plurality of rebar inserted through the major alignment hole.

7. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 4, comprising a plurality of minor corners, for connecting between pairs of triangular masonry units, each minor corner comprising a minor corner alignment hole, each minor corner mounted to a triangular masonry unit on a first minor side or a second minor side using mortar, with a plurality of rebar inserted through the minor alignment hole.

8. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 1, wherein each triangular block comprises a cured concrete or a dried clay.

9. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 1 wherein each alignment hole is elliptical.

10. A fire resistant structural masonry assembly comprising:

a. a plurality of connected triangular masonry units with a first triangular masonry unit rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit, each triangular masonry unit having an alignment hole, each triangular masonry unit having a first mortar bed and a second mortar bed on opposite sides, a first side and a second side, and a chase;

b. a plurality of major corners, for connecting between pairs of triangular masonry units, each major corner comprising a major corner alignment hole, each major corner mounted to a triangular masonry unit on a first major side or a second major side using mortar, with a plurality of rebar inserted through the major alignment hole;

c. a plurality of rebar, each rebar inserted through the alignment hole of each triangular masonry unit and each major corner alignment hole;

d. mortar affixed to the first and second mortar beds and of the triangular masonry units, and affixed between the first major side or second major side of the major corner and the first side or the second side of the triangular masonry unit; and wherein the R value of the plurality of connected load supporting walls have an R value greater than a standard brick, and wherein fire resistant structural masonry assembly has an overall weight less that identically sized concrete block units (CMU) and clay brick, wherein the chase of the triangular masonry unit is adapted to receive wiring and insulation, and the fire resistant structural assembly provides a water resistant structure capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

11. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 10, comprising a plurality of minor corners, for connecting between pairs of triangular masonry units, each minor corner comprising a minor corner alignment hole, each minor corner mounted to a triangular masonry unit on a first minor side or a second minor side using mortar, with a plurality of rebar inserted through the minor alignment hole.

12. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 10, comprising a lintel connected over a plurality of triangular masonry units with mortar, the lintel comprising a U shape body containing a mortar channel, the mortar channel configured to receive rebar and mortar, the lintel affixed in a mortar bed over the plurality of connected triangular masonry units for a door opening or window opening in a facility.

13. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 11, comprising a lintel connected over a plurality of triangular masonry units with mortar, the lintel comprising a U shape body containing a mortar channel, the mortar channel configured to receive rebar and mortar, the lintel affixed in a mortar bed over the plurality of connected triangular masonry units for a door opening or window opening in a facility.

14. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 10, wherein each triangular block comprises a cured concrete or a dried clay.

15. A fire resistant structural masonry assembly comprising:

a. a plurality of connected triangular masonry units with a first triangular masonry unit rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit, each triangular masonry unit having an alignment hole, each triangular masonry unit having a first mortar bed and a second mortar bed on opposite sides, a first side and a second side, and a chase;

b. a plurality of minor corners, for connecting between pairs of triangular masonry units, each minor corner comprising a minor corner alignment hole, each minor corner mounted to a triangular masonry unit on a first minor side or a second minor side using mortar, with a plurality of rebar inserted through the minor alignment hole;

c. a plurality of rebar, each rebar inserted through the alignment hole of each triangular masonry unit and each minor corner alignment hole; and

d. a mortar affixed to the first and second mortar beds and of the triangular masonry units, and affixed between the first minor side and second minor side and the first side or the second side of the triangular masonry unit; wherein the R value of the plurality of connected load supporting walls have an R value greater than a standard brick, and wherein fire resistant structural masonry assembly has an overall weight less that identically sized concrete block units (CMU) and clay brick, wherein the chase of the triangular masonry unit is adapted to receive wiring and insulation, and the fire resistant structural assembly provides a water resistant structure capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.

16. The fire resistant structural masonry assembly of claim 15, comprising a lintel connected over a plurality of triangular masonry units with mortar, the lintel comprising a U shape body containing a mortar channel, the mortar channel configured to receive rebar and mortar, the lintel affixed in a mortar bed over the plurality of connected triangular masonry units for a door opening or window opening in a facility.

17. A fire resistant structural masonry assembly comprising:

a. a plurality of connected triangular masonry units with a first triangular masonry unit rotated 180 degrees from an adjacent triangular masonry unit, each triangular masonry unit having an alignment hole, each triangular masonry unit having a first mortar bed and a second mortar bed on opposite sides, a first side and a second side, and a chase;

b. a plurality of rebar, each rebar inserted through the alignment hole of each triangular masonry unit;

c. mortar affixed to the first and second mortar beds and of the triangular masonry units, and affixed between the first side and second side of adjacent triangular masonry units; and wherein the R value of the plurality of connected load supporting walls have an R value greater than a standard brick, and wherein fire resistant structural masonry assembly has an overall weight less that identically sized concrete block units (CMU) and clay brick, wherein the chase of the triangular masonry unit is adapted to receive wiring and insulation, and the fire resistant structural assembly provides a water resistant structure capable of resisting deformation by a vehicle.