TecHnical

When it comes to how a thin brick performs over time, there are many attributes to consider. Durability, correct sizing and moisture resistance are just a few. Knowing the thin brick you choose meets the project’s demands is critical. METROBRICK® thin brick meets the requirements of your specification.

DETAIL DRAWINGS

Here are several details you can use as examples of thin brick applications in wall systems. These details represent some of the most popular wall systems using thin brick.

Additional Resources

Precast Construction
Tilt-Up Construction
Field Applied Mortar Set Method
Field Applied Panel System

METROBRICK Test Results

METROBRICK® kiln-fired thin brick exceeds requirements for exterior grade thin brick. Testing includes ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) C-1088, the standard specifications for thin veneer brick units made from clay or shale. Also, ASTM C-67 Standard Test Methods for Sampling and Testing Brick and Structural Clay Tile.

ASTM C-67

ABSORPTION

STANDARD:

Max. 5%

METROBRICK meets the standard.

ASTM C-1088

Saturation Coefficient

STANDARD:

<8% – Waived

METROBRICK tests at <3%-N/A (except for 100 Alabaster which is 8%).

ASTM C-67

FREEZE-THAW

STANDARD:

Min. 50 Cycles

METROBRICK Passed 3,000 cycles.

ASTM C-666 Procedure B

Freeze-Thaw Brick in Concrete

STANDARD:

150 PSI or Greater

Passed 300 cycles. METROBRICK meets the standard.


EXCEEDS PCI STANDARD

METROBRICK kiln-fired thin brick meets and exceeds the PCI Standard for thin brick. Not all thin brick meets this rigorous standard developed by the Precast Concrete Institute (PCI), and includes dimensional tolerances, water absorption standards, pull-out bond standards, freeze-thaw resistance and other requirements.

THIN BRICK SPECIFICATIONS

METROBRICK is a kiln-fired clay unit used anywhere a masonry appearance is desired. We manufacture our modular units to a very tight dimensional variance (0″ to -1/16″ for brick 8″ or less and 0″ to -3/32″ for brick between 8” and 12″), with a density of less than 3% water absorption and with no efflorescence.

PDF DOWNLOAD

Precast Construction
Tilt-Up Construction
Thin Set & Mortar Set (Field Applied)
PCI Specification For Embedded Clay Thin Brick


CONTACT US

Still have questions? We’re here to help. Contact us online and someone will be in touch regarding your request. We are also available by phone at 1.888.325.3945.

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