Backup walls are cold-formed steel framed walls with water-resistant sheathing and concrete masonry.
Example: The backup wall of is designed to support floor and roof loads and to resist lateral wind loads and seismic movement.
es: Muro de respaldo.
Brick courses
Noun.
A 'course' is a measurement referring to the dimensions of the brick and mortar when they have been sandwiched together. One brick and the mortar together is equal to one 'course'.
Example: The brick walls have header courses of bricks turned endways every five or six rows.
es: Hiladas de ladrillo.
Concrete block
Noun.
A Concrete Block is a ‘Building Block’ composed entirely of concrete that is then mortared together to make an imposing, long-lasting construction.
Example: Most concrete blocks have excellent thermal insulation, being thick blocks they take a long time to heat up and cool down.
es: Bloque de concreto.
Dovetail insert
Noun.
Used for attaching brick veneer or stone to a concrete backup wall. The dovetail slot is nailed to the inside of the form. When the concrete is poured and the form is removed, the slot allows anchors to be installed and adjusted vertically.
Example: Dovetail insert are known for their inherent strength and resistance to being pulled apart (tensile strength).
es: Inserto de cola de milano.
Gravity load
Noun.
Gravity loads are the vertical forces that act on a structure.
Example: Gravity loads forces that are applied perpendicular to the roof or floor system.
es: Carga de gravedad.
Hanging off (of)
Verb.
To be suspended from something. Literally, to hang or dangle from something.
Example: Did you know that the gutter is practically hanging off the side of the house? We should probably get that fixed.
es: Colgando.
Horizontal mortar joints
Noun.
Space that remains between the two surfaces of the ashlars or bricks, which are filled with mortar or cement in order to join and bind them solidly.
Example: Horizontal mortar joints are the ones that strengthen the structure of a home and all types of buildings.
es: Juntas de mortero horizontales.
Ladder-type systems
Noun.
Brick reinforcement ladders are two long, flattened bars of steel (usually stainless or galvanised), joined at stages by thinner bars, creating a ladder effect.
Example: The cross rods of the ladder-type system are spaced so block cells are not obstructed, allowing easy placement of vertical rebars.
es: Sistema tipo escalera.
Laterally
Adverb.
Of or relating to the side of lateral view.
Example: Building has a curve that extends laterally into the door panels.
es: Lateralmente.
Masonry ties
Noun.
Wall ties, sometimes called ‘brick ties’, are used in buildings with cavity walls. They are used to join the two leaves of a cavity wall together, allowing the two parts to act as a homogeneous unit.
Example: Hidden from view after construction, masonry ties play a vital role in ensuring the stability of a building.
es: Lazos de albañilería.
Multi-story
Adjective.
Having more than two stories a multistory apartment building.
Example: Large numbers of multi-story apartment complexes are appearing in the vicinity of subway stations and other public services and facilities.
es: De varios pisos.
Relief angle
Noun.
The angle between a relieved surface and a tangential plane at a cutting edge.
es: Ángulo de alivio.
Supports
Verb.
To hold something firmly or carry its weight, especially from below to stop it from falling.
Example: The middle column supports the roof of the building, being essential for its structure.
es: Soporta.
Tie (something) back to
Verb.
Join or fasten one thing to another with ropes, laces or similar materials.
Example: Masonry ties fit in the horizontal mortar joints and are attached to the backup wall or structure. They tie the brick back to the structure and support it laterally.
es: Atar de nuevo a.
Transfers
Verb.
Transfer a load or something from one point to another.
Example: The open plan works by means of rigid frames, these can transfer their loads through the beams to the columns.
es: Transferir.
Wedge anchor
Noun.
"Wedge anchor" is a generic term for a type of anchor used to fasten a variety of materials to concrete. Some companies have different brand names for their wedge anchors.
Example: The hook wedge anchor is a high grade steel fastener, designed primarily for wire mesh installation.
