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ncma TEKNational Concrete Masonry Associationan information series from the national authority on concrete masonry technologyTEK 3-1CConstruction (2002)ALL-WEATHER CONCRETEMASONRY CONSTRUCTIONINTRODUCTIONMasonry construction can continue during hot, cold, andwet weather conditions. The ability to continue masonry con-struction in adverse weather conditions requires considerationof how environmental conditions may affect the quality of thefinished masonry. In some cases, environmental conditionsmay warrant the use of special construction procedures to ensurethat the masonry work is not adversely of the prerequisites of successful all-weather construc-tion is advance knowledge of local conditions. Work stoppagemay be justified if a short period of very cold or very hot weatheris anticipated. The best source for this type of information is Weather Bureau, Environmental Science Services Admin-istration (ESSA) of the Department of Commerce whichcan be accessed at their web site the following discussion, ambient temperature refers tothe surrounding jobsite temperature when the preparationactivities and construction are in progress.

NCMA TEK National Concrete Masonry Association an information series from the national authority on concrete masonry technology TEK 3-1C Construction (2002)

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