School of Block - Benefits of Concrete Masonry

In this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover everything to do with weatherproofing and Concrete Masonry.   In this episode your host, Cathy Inglis our acting CEO and our Technical team member Jack Wang discuss; Why weatherproofing is important; What happens when you don't weatherproof; How to weatherproof concrete masonry; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.    Mentioned in this episode:   Technical Manuals   Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

In this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover the different types of masonry walling systems used in engineering.   In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre with our Technical team member Jason McKenzie cover; The difference between single skin and solid concrete masonry walls; Concrete veneer walls and how it is the best system for thermal performance; Reverse Concrete masonry veneer walling systems; Cavity concrete masonry; and much more...   This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.    Mentioned in this episode:   Technical Manuals AS 3700   Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

In this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover how different types of masonry walling systems are designed. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre with our special guest, Michael Koungras Senior Structural Engineer cover; The common types of architectural walling systems used and how they are designed; Hit and miss walls and their purpose as a structural and aesthetic feature; The different types of curved walls and how each wall is designed; The different walling systems designed for aesthetic purposes such as stackbonding and textured walls (Corbelling); and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.    Mentioned in this episode:   Technical Manuals AS 3700   Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

In this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover the benefits of concrete masonry as a an efective fireproofing material across all types of residential and commerical structures. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre with our engineering team member, Nicholas Bannigan cover; How Concrete Masonry works best as a fireproofing material; Nature of bushfires in Australia and the contributing factors behind them; Fire Resistance levels of concrete masonry; Fireproofing methods; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.    Mentioned in this episode:   Technical Manuals   Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

In this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover all the different types of colours and finishes for concrete masonry.   In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre with our special guest, Michael Koungras Senior Structural Engineer cover; The different colours produced in concrete masonry; The prime determinants of colour in concrete masonry; How different finishes are produced; The types of face units including plain face, split face, honed face and shotblast units and much more...   This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.    Mentioned in this episode:   Technical Manuals   Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

In this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover the benefits and process behind using recycled materials in the manufacturing of concrete bricks. Using recycled materials in the manufacturing of concrete bricks has major benefits when it comes to sustainability by reducing the amount of waste products that are destined for landfill. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest, William Stewart Sales and Marketing Manager from Natural Brick co, cover topics such as; William's experience in Kenya and Uganda learning about how people adapt to a culture of sustainability; The passion behind handcrafting sustainable masonry at Natural Brick co; Wood Stone as a sustainability masonry material; The manufacturing processes behind sustainable bricks; Product benefits and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.  Mentioned in this episode: Natural Brick Co Wood Stone Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Concrete masonry comes in many different shapes and sizes. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest, Matthew Ching, cover topics such as; How concrete blocks are classified; The coding system; Types of concrete blocks; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.  Mentioned in this episode: CMAA MA55 Masonry Benefits Architectural Masonry Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @adbrimasonry on Instagram

In the concrete masonry industry, there are guidelines and provisions to ensure masonry construction results in a safe, durable, and appropriate product. This is done by following construction codes and standards such as the National Construction Code (NCC) and Australian Standards documents. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest, Jack Gill, cover topics such as; NCC 2019 and 2022; ABCB Housing Standard; AS3700, AS4773 and AS4455; Our own in-house manual MA55; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.  Mentioned in this episode: CMAA MA55 Masonry Benefits Architectural Masonry Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Concrete masonry has been a material of choice within the architectural and construction world for years. It provides one of the best returns on your construction investment and has been known as a strong and durable material throughout the ages, being used in Ancient Egyptian pyramids, Greek temples, Roman cities, and the Great Wall of China. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest, Matthew Ching, cover topics such as; Sustainability benefits from thermal mass including heating and cooling; Recyclability of concrete masonry units; Aesthetic applications of concrete masonry; Concrete masonry acoustic superiority; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.  Mentioned in this episode: CMAA MA55 Masonry Benefits Architectural Masonry Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @adbrimasonry on Instagram

Stuart Holmes studied at Deakin University and completed his Bachelor of Architecture with Honours in 1995. Since then he has gained extensive experience in institutional, commercial and residential architecture and has worked variously as a sole practitioner, collaborator and project architect. An avid traveller, Stuart seeks a holistic understanding of architecture and culture, and a rounded understanding of place. In this episode, your host, Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Stuart Holmes, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as;  Growing up in Victoria; How different experiences shaped his career path; Some must-see international architecture; His award-winning project, Wabi Sabi; and much more...  This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Wabi Sabi Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook