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Title: Measuring the compressive strength of masonry materials: the screw pull-out test
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Ref Code: DG421
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Abstract1: The compressive strength of masonry materials can be assessed by a test developed by BRE. It can be used on mortar and some masonry units with strengths up to 7 N/mm2. This Digest explains the screw pull-out test, its technical background, calibration and the interpretation of results.

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Year Published: 1997

ISBN: 978-1-86081-139-5

 

Pages: 4

 

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