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Bond beams are horizontal elements within masonry walls that provide continuity. They are fully grouted with longitudinal reinforcement bars. Bond beams tie wall segments together to work as a single unit and can support loads. They are typically located at the top of walls and floors. Bond beams may also connect intersecting walls if load transfer is required by design. They increase the effective bearing length of walls and can provide alternative crack control to control joints.

Author

Ahmad Mansour

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EN