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What is Spectra-Glaze® II Block?Lightweight, modular concrete block with a permanent glazed facing one or more surfaces, integrally bonded to the base block in a unique manufacturing system.

Why Spectra-Glaze® II Units?You enjoy design opportunities with a wide choice of color, texture, scale and pattern. Spectra-Glaze® II units provide superior resistance to soiling, chemicals, marking, impact, abrasion, urine, blood and acid rain. They are fire safe and non-toxic and met all national building codes - and meet U.S.D.A. and OSHA re-quirements for sanitary walls. This excellent wall mate-rial provides the durability, fire resistance, insulation, sound control and all other constructional advantages of concrete masonry. With Spectra-Glaze® II units you build and finish a wall with one unit, in one labor operation, saving time and money. Spectra-Glaze® II units have been satisfying design needs in all kinds of building for more than four decades.

Concordia University Library Montreal, Quebec, Canada Architect - Blouin Associates

Front Cover Photo: Recreational Sports Center Miami University; Oxford, Ohio Architect - Moody/Nolan, Ltd. Columbus, Ohio

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Award Winning Private ResidenceSydnor Architects, Scottsdale, Arizona

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Baltimore Gas & Electric Building, Columbia, MDArchitect - Design Collective, Inc.

Pittsburgh International Airport, Pittsburgh, PAArchitect - Tasso Katselas Associates, Inc.

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New interior wall surface that gives the look and feel of hand-tooled embossing, while still providing all the

low maintenance and build-and-finish benefits you expect of a glazed block. For full appreciation call

your local representative for a sample.

Consult your local manufacturer for availability. Design, physical appearance, trade dress and pattern are copyright and trademark property of IP Technologies, LLC and is licensed by Spectra Industrial Licensing Corp. (SLC) and the Spectra Technologies Group and the Spectra Group International. All rights reserved. Patent protected.

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Sahara™ Series

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12”x12”

8”x16” 16”x16”

T-1005 Redwood

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T-1001 Millstone

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T-1003 Pewter LR-17

T-1006 Corporate Gray

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T-1004 Sandy Blush

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T-1002 Spice LR-35

Pittsburgh International Airport, Pittsburgh, PA Architect Tasso Katselas chose Burns & Russell’s Classic Series units to compliment the airport’s grand scale.


Mississippi River Mural for Blandon Paper Company’Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Standard signs or detailed custom murals. Available on individual modular units or in murals. Unlimited possibilities. Permanent, professional quality and at reasonable cost.

Monumental Sizes-

12”x12”, 16”x16” and larger face sizes. Dramatic innovation in the scale and appearance of masonry walls - now combined with the advantages of Spectra-Glaze® units. Introduced by The Burns & Russell Company and Spectra Sciences, LLC to provide dramatic architechually desirable monumental sizes and appearences. Consult your representative for face sizes and load bearing thicknesses now available in your area.

also available 12”x24”

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*These large size and ovals are also available from the Spectra Group as a Split or Ground Stone finish as a Monumental™ series raw block.

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Innovative Soft Corners transform internal corners from sharp edges that are difficult to maintain, to the soft, easily cleaned 8” radius corners. The 16” external radius helps traffic flow, visibility and safety in congested areas. Both corners enhance appearance by keeping walls on modular bond, eliminating those unsightly added mortar joints at the corners. These curvilinear block are also available through the Spectra Group and are provided under the brand name Perfect Corner™ Block.



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People Friendly™ Corners are available 4”, 6”, 8” and 12” wall thickness

• Clean appearance of angular corners; damage resistance of bullnose

• Excellent performance in high traffic areas

• Consistent with ADA design

• Through-wall units eliminating expense of cutting and piecing

• Six crisp reference points for ease of alignment

• Simplified construction saving time and money

• Opportunity for neat, efficient change of wall colors

Contact your local representative for precise configurations.

Patented Trym-Saver™ Closure series is formed from the same composition as the glazed face on full size block. Contact your local representative for availability, precise sizes and backing.

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Scored Series Sculptured™ Series

Macalester College Natatorium St. Paul, Minn. Parker & Assoc. Minneapolis, Minn.

For walls with a scored glazed finish, unusual patterns and special effects in scale and design are achieved by scoring the face during manufacturing

and are practical and economical.When stack bond appearance is selected, use stack bond construction.All structural joints should be raked back at least 1/4” and allowed to set.

Tuckpoint raked joints and scored joints at the same time.For walls with a glazed finish on both sides, use two-single-faced units. Use of two single faced units improves wall appearance and rduces the possiblity of misalignment, because masonry units are typically installed

aligning one side.

Typical Scored Patterns

8”x8” Score - DA 1 5”x8” Score - DA 5 4”x8” Vertical - DA 7

4”x8” - DA 2 4”x16” - DA 11 4”x4” - DA 12

Brick Score - DA 3 6 Vertical Brick - DA 9 Customize your own design

Consult your local manufacturer for availability. Design, physical appearance, trade dress and pattern are copyright and trademark property of IP Technologies, LLC and is licensed by Spectra Industrial Licensing Corp. (SLC) and the Spectra Technologies Group and the Spectra Group International. All rights reserved. Patent protected. 8

Lincoln Trail, Elementary School, Santa Claus, IN Architect: Odle/McGuire Shook, Corp. 16”x16” Pyramid™ units as accents

Three dimensional enhancement for interior and exterior walls — shadows and highlights, subtle shading and bold contrasts.

Choice of designs available.

Typical Scored Patterns

Sculptured Trym™ - V Unit8”x8” Luna™ Unit

8”x8” Pyramid™ Unit

8”x16” Horizontal

8”x8” Facet™ Unit 12”x12” Pyramid™ Unit

Consult your local manufacturer for availability. Design, physical appearance, trade dress and pattern are copyright and trademark property of IP Tech-nologies, LLC and is licensed by Spectra Industrial Licensing Corp. (SLC) and the Spectra Technologies Group and the Spectra Group International. All rights reserved. Patent protected.


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Create interest with your own custom raised or recessed designs. Available in 8”x16”, 12”x12”, 16”x16” and larger face sizes in virtually any color. Interior and

exterior application.

Standard Embossed Patterns

Ever changing two-tone appearance with changes in the angle of reflected light on these block made with an innovative technology. New and interesting design patterns and logos for 8”x16” as well as 12”x12” and

16”x16” Spectra-Glaze® units. Contact your local representative for

availability of custom patterns.

Poly-Rib 300 12”x12”

Poly-Rib 100H 8”x16”

Poly-Rib 200V 8”x16”

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Performance Data Product AdvantagesTEST RESULTSSpectra-Glaze® units are tested at Froehling & Robertson, Materials Engi-neering & Testing (MET), Penniman & Browne, Southwest Research, U.S. Testing, Radiation Technology (RT), South Florida Testing (SFT), Underwrit-ers Labs of Canada, Warrington Research Center, and other independent laboratories to assure conformance to published specifications for pre-faced concrete masonry. Copies of all test reports are available upon request. Special testing can be obtained.Glazed Facing RequirementsConforms to ASTM C 744 and Federal Specification SS-C-621b, Form B, for Pre-faced Concrete Masonry Units with respect to:Resistance to CrazingNo evidence of crazing, cracking or spalling.No change from most chemicals, including: Acetic Acid (5%) ...............................24 hr. Potassium Hydroxide (10%) ...............3 hr. Trisodium Phosphate (5%) ...............24 hr. Hydrogen Peroxide (3%) ..................24 hr. Blue-Black Ink.....................................1 hr. Ethyl Alcohol, Indus. Denat. (95%) .....3 hr.Adhesion of Face to Block No failure.Abrasion Resistance Highly resistant, exceeds requirements.Surface Burning Characteristics Flame spread less than 25, fuel contribution 0, smoke density less than 50.Color and Color Change No significant change in color, gloss or texture after 500 hours of accelerated weatherometer. (Additional testing, B&R 27B4 and SFT 12 month exposure data available). Soiling and Cleansibility Exceeds stain resistance and readily cleaned.ADDITIONAL TESTING Dimensional Tolerances Face dimensions and distortion, ±1/16”, through-the-wall dimension for single faced units ±1/8”, double faced units, ±3/16”, scored joint variance, 1/16”.Water Absorption Any increase in weight due to absorption of water after 24 hours immersion was too small to be measurable.Freeze/Thaw Durability (ASTM C 67-68 Paragraph 8 & Thermal Shock Test B100-JL24P) no separa-tion, spalling, cracking or disintegration of facing.Acid rain Resistance (MET Standard) no change to surface characteristics after 20 year simulated exposure.Gamma Radiation Resistance (RT Standard) no change when exposed to normal doses; slight darkening in accident conditions.STANDARDS AND APPROVALS ASTM C 744: Prefaced Concrete and Calcium Silicate Masonry Units.Federal Specification SS-C-621b. Form B: “Prefaced Masonry Units are intended for use wherever masonry with a glazed surface is desired.” The City of New York, Department of Buildings: MEA 171-90-M.USDA: For federally inspected meat processing facilities.Public Health Service: Public Health Service Publication Number 229.National Standard of Canada: CAN3-A165.3-M85, Prefaced Con-crete Masonry Units.

Design Flexibility• Full spectrum of satin finish colors.• Scored units offer many choices of scale and pattern.• Unique reflective, ever-changing patterns.• Sculptured faces for additional creative opportunities.• Close tolerances allow dimensional precision,

especially for stack bond.• Flat ends permit soldier coursing.• A wide variety of shapes and thicknesses.• Modular for simplified design and construction.

Performance• Permanent, integral bond between facing and block.• Superior abrasion resistance.• Resistance to crazing and cracking; will not shatter.• Color-fast for interior use. Good resistance to exterior

exposure when installed properly.• Highly resistant to most chemicals, urine, blood and

steam.• Compliance with stringent safety requirements for

flame-spread, smoke density and toxicity.• Fire ratings of the concrete block: 1 to 4 hours.• Large cores permit use of granular fill or inserts to

increase fire resistance and/or insulation values.

Savings• Through-wall units eliminate expense of back-up wall;

build and finish in one operation with one trade.• Accurate face dimensions speed installation.• Utilities and reinforcing easily installed.• Surface mounted cove base eliminates floor recess.• Double-faced units available.• Lower fire insurance rates with concrete masonry.• The mass of masonry promotes energy and cost

efficient temperature control and facilitates passive solar construction.

• Minimum maintenance. Easily cleaned. No refurbishing.

• Prompt response to tight construction schedules.

Factory applied proprietary facing.

Deep penetrationgives permanent, integral bond.

Facing is resistant to fire, chemicals, abrasion and impact.

1/8” thick facing, uniform color throughout

Lightweight concrete units per ASTM C-90.

Strong 1/16±” thick returns create a 1/4” face joint in modular coursing.

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The flazed face dimensions are 73/4”x15 3/4” which allows a 1/4”

joint using modular coursing.

*Dimensions are nominal and may vary in field installations. Joints should be struck with 5/8” tool, or larger. Joint should be approximately 1/4”. It may appear to be slightly wider than 1/4” due to feathering at radius of edge or field adjustment in aligning concrete masonry units.



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Standard Shapes & SizesField Units Cove Base Units Jamb & Cab Units

New Corner Units

Patent and Pat. Pend.

* Specify right (R) or left (L). Right shown. †Consult your nearest representative for other thicknesses available and for exact type and dimensions of units manufactured in your area. Spectra-Glaze®/Soundblox® Series acoustical systems available. Units supplied will be 2 or 3 core, open or closed end. Available in modular metric sizes. Consult your nearest representative for precise sizes, shapes, block configuration, and face dimensions available. Soundblox® is a registered trademark of the Proudfoot Co.

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Saraha™ Series colors are available in all Spectra-Glaze® Block

Enjoy true flexibility in color design. Our Color Matching Program makes Spectra-Glaze® II units available in virtually

any color. Consult your local representative for details.

Custom Colors are not necessarily tested for all aspects of ASTM C-744, unless so requested and sufficient time is allotted for testing.

T-1005 Redwood

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T-1001 Millstone

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T-1003 Pewter LR-17

T-1006 Corporate Gray

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T-1004 Sandy Blush

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T-1002 Spice LR-35


NOTE: The colors in this brochure and in color chip kits are for preliminary selection only. Request full size sample to see actual color selection. Specify and erect a sample panel at least 4’ x 4’ at job site to show typical variation, range, and approval for each color, type, and size of block selected.

Natural and organic pigments incur natural change on the exterior, some more than others. Standard colors have been tested via 12 month exterior evaluations in Florida by the South Florida Test Service, Inc. and under ASTM C-744 for 500 hours of weatherometer. All colors are colorfast for interior use. The best colors for exterior have an asterisk(*) and are whites and pastels. Consult local manufacturer for field experience in your area and test data. Follow proper masonry industry recommended design and installation (see page 14). Specify Spectra-Glaze® II Plus units with the Block Rite™ System for raw block and mortar and use as intended in weathertight and breathable wall designs for durable long lasting masonry. Where appropriate, specify water based epoxy grout for pointing exterior joints and joints in sanitary and food applications.

All colors are light stable for interior use. Some florescent light gives off ultra-violet rays which may cause a slight color shift, even in light stable pigments, after many years of exposure. Contact your local manufacturer for data on exterior field performance.

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Spectra-Glaze® BlockStandard Colors Brands

™ Trademarks and trade dress of IP Technologies, LLC for designating various Spectra-Glaze® styles

Vari-Tone® Seriesof variegated earthtones perfect for exterior use. A sound economic alternative with the appearance of natural materials, including granite, stone and marble.

Designer Color™ Series. The Signature™ Collection

CUSTOM COLORS too…We match anything! Custom colors can be developed to match your requirements. Consult local manufacturer for availability.

S-32/LIGHT TROPIC YELLOW™

S-34/LIGHT CAPRI YELLOW™

S-36 LIGHT HONEY™

S-38/LIGHT DESERT YELLOW™

S-40/LIGHT MUSHROOM BROWN™

S-42 LIGHT CINNAMON™

S-44 LIGHT PUMPKIN™

S-46/LIGHT SWEDISH RED™

S-48/LIGHT SIERRA RED™

S-14 LIGHT IRIS BLUE™

S-16/LIGHT KINGSTON BLUE™

S-18/LIGHT ASTRA BLUE™

S-20/LIGHT BERMUDA BLUE™

S-22/LIGHT PEACOCK GREEN™

S-24/LIGHT HEMLOCK GREEN™

S-26/LIGHT LEAF GREEN™

S-28/LIGHT OLIVE GREEN™

S-30/LIGHT SPRING GREEN™

S-31/DEEP TROPIC YELLOW™

S-33/DEEP CAPRI YELLOW™

S-35 DEEP HONEY™

S-37/DEEP DESERT YELLOW™

S-39/DEEP MUSHROOM BROWN™

S-41 DEEP CINNAMON™

S-43 DEEP PUMPKIN™

S-45/DEEP SWEDISH RED™

S-47/DEEP SIERRA RED™

S-13 DEEP IRIS BLUE™

S-15/DEEP KINGSTON BLUE™

S-17/DEEP ASTRA BLUE™

S-19/DEEP BURMUDA BLUE™

S-21/DEEP PEACOCK GREEN™

S-23/DEEP HEMLOCK GREEN™

S-25/DEEP LEAF GREEN™

S-27/DEEP OLIVE GREEN™

S-29/DEEP SPRING GREEN™

S-1 SPECIAL BLACK™

S-2/SPECIAL GRAY

FLANNEL™

S-3/DEEP FROST GRAY™

S-4/LIGHT FROST GRAY™

S-5 HEATHER™

S-6 CUSTOM CLEAR™

S-7 CUSTOM BUFF™

S-8 SAGEBRUSH™

S-9 BUTTER-

SCOTCH™

S-10/LIGHT TAMPICO GRAY™

S-11/DEEP TAMPICO GRAY™

S-12/SPECIAL BROWN™

V-101 BEIGE DE™

V-103 BEIGE CE™

V-105 IVORY BE™

V-107/SAND-STONE BE™

V-109/RUS-SETT AD™

V-111 MOCHA BE™

V-113 UMBER AC™

V-115 FLINT AC™

V-102 BEIGE AE™

V-104 BEIGE E™

V-106 PEBBLE BE™

V-108/TERRA-COTTA BE™

V-110/COPPER-STONE BC™

V-112 WALNUT BC™

V-114 GRAY BE™

V-116 CHARCOAL A™

D-201 SEAFOAM GREEN™

D-203 APPLE GREEN™

D-205 PEARL GRAY™

D-207 MUTED MAUVE™

D-209 EVERGREEN™

D-211 MIDNIGHT BLUE™

D-202/MIST GREEN™

D-204 CHAMPAGNE BEIGE™

D-206 POWDER BLUE™

D-208 ROSE PINK™

D-210 GRASS GREEN™

D-212 PACIFIC BLUE™

D-215/BRITE ORANGE™

D-213 PLUM™

D-214 RED ONE™

D-216 SUNSHINE YELLOW™

D-217 HOT ROSE™

D-218 CONCORD PURPLE™

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Construction DetailsMASONRY INDUSTRY RECOMMENDED EXTERIOR WALL DESIGN

Proper, lasting appearance an dperformance for all types of exterior masonry walls require correct design and construction. The required construction procedure for Spectra-Glaze® units include deeping walls dry during construction, tight joints, prop-erly installed flashing, weep vents and coping to prevent water penetration and moisture retention in finished walls.

Full flashing behind parapet wall.

Roof system.

2” unobstructed airspace.

Flashing with protruding drip lip.

Flexible waterproof sealant around all window and door openings.

All laying mortar contains appropriate water repelling additives to insure water-proof mortar joints and good adhesion. Exposed mortar joints are raked back 1/4” and tuckpointed with epoxy mortar or other similar waterproof joint system.

Flashing

Metal coping with 6” legs (shown), or pre-cast concrete or stone cap with adequate horizontal overhang and drip edge. Fixing dowels must be completely sealed at flashing perforations.

Weep joints or weep vents 1/4” wide (in joint) spaced at 32” O.C. immediately above flashing, bond beam, solid filled or other water stop locations in the wall, and at the top of the wall.

Concrete, metal or stone sill.

Flashing with drip lip sufficiently protruding to direct water out and away from mortar joint and wall.

Weep joints or weep vents 1/4” wide (in joint) spaced at 32” O.C. immediately above flashing, bond beam, solid filled or other water stop locations in the wall.

Spectra Group Block Manufacturers and

Distributors

When you include our glazed block in your building design, you will be able to get your block from one of the many convenient llicensed and/or authorized Manufacturers and Distributors.

In addition, new plants are being planned in the USA & overseas to provide even more manufacturing locations. Call 1-800-638-3188 or send an email to: [email protected] for the name of your nearest plant or distributor.

THROUGH WALL AND COST-EFFICIENT DOOR OPENING CONSTRUCTION

Modular 7’2”, full wall-wythe, flush mounted frame.

Field Units (8S)Bond Beam Units (8U)

Core Weep Vents Full wythe flush-

mounted frame required field units only - no special shapes. No cutting around head of frame.

For single wythe walls, add weep vents to Spectra-Glaze® unit cores in masonry courses at the base and top of the wall and immediately above flashing or other water stop locations

SPECTRA-GLAZE® “X” UNITfor glazed interal corners

Glazed face

No exposed lip at unglazed face of wall

8” WALL UNIT4” block cut to fit

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SPECIFICATIONS(Cross-out, add and edit to suit local practices and local availability.)Pre-Faced Concrete Masonry UnitsPart 1 - General:This section covers information specific to pre-faced concrete block and its installation.Related Work: Usual requirements for block work, mortars, reinforcing and other details applicable to the concrete block portion of this product shall be in accordance with the Sections covering these items (or) shall be in accordance with best practices for block work, all proposed products and execution subject to prior approval.General Conditions and Other Requirements: (define)Submissions: Supply complete product literature, color kit, test report copies, representative shapes.Sample Panels: Construct a panel at least 4’ x 4’ for each color. Include all block types and sizes to be used in that color. Do not remove panels until building has been accepted.Delivery: Palletized with individual faces protected. Keep dry.Storage and Handling: Keep dry. Store on level ground. Do not double stack pallets. Avoid excess movement before installation.Job Conditions: Follow ordinary good practices for concrete block work; suitable temperature and lighting.Part 2 – Products:Pre-Faced Concrete Block: “Spectra-Glaze® II Units.”Manufacturer: Licensed or authorized in writing by The Spectra Group through Spectra Industrial Licensing Corporation, Baltimore, Maryland.Facing Components: Facing ingredients must be Spectra-Glaze® Compound made with Spectra-Glaze® polymers, supplied to approved manufacturers by Spectra Materials Corporation and Spectra Sciences, LLC company, and other Spectra-Glaze® ingredients as required to meet or exceed Spectra-Glaze® Block product standards including ASTM C 744 under authority from Spectra Liscensing Systems.Pre-Faced Surfaces: Interior use – smooth, colored satin finish conforming to the most up-to-date official Spectra-Glaze ® product standards published by Spectra Industrial Licensing Corporation and ASTM C 744. Exterior use – smooth, satin finish, conforming to ASTM C 744, ASTM C 67, paragraph 8 (freeze-thaw) and Thermal Shock Test B100JL, 24P.Colors: Select from Manufacturer’s established or custom colors. All Standard, Vari-tone®, or Special Colors™ Series must conform to ASTM C 744.Surface Burning Characteristics of Facing: ASTM E 84; flame spread less than 25; fuel contribution 0; smoke density less than 50. Products of combustion considered non-toxic as determined by BRC 4690 (toxicity testing).Types: Plain, scored, engraved, embossed and/or sculptured faces; extent of each as shown.Glazed Face Sizes & Joints: Modular 8”x16”, 4”x16”, 8”x8”, 12”x12”, 16”x16” including 1/4” exposed face joints; sizes as shown; long dimensions, horizontal or vertical as shown.Concrete Block for Glazing: ASTM C 90 for hollow and solid load-bearing units; Type 1 (moisture controlled). For exterior use require Block-Rite™ integral efflorescence control system.Exterior Use: For enhanced durability, use Spectra-Glaze® Plus units and water based epoxy grout or mortar

enhanced with water based proofing systems using Crete, WRG. Crete, etc mortar with additives.Hourly Fire Ratings for Concrete Block: (define)Concrete Block Sizes Before Glazing: Modular; 2”, 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, 12” thickness as needed.Through-The-Wall Units: Use pre-faced block thickness equal to nominal wall thickness where possible.Shapes: Provide shapes to suit the condition shown.Jointing Tools: Use glass 5/8” for concave joints; clean, non-staining metal tools elsewhere. Replace worn tools promptly.Mortars: (define)Related Products: Provide setting mortar, horizontal wire reinforcing, ties and anchors and other accessories needed to properly complete the work.Wiping Rags: Select clean cotton waste or equivalent.Cleaning Compound: Use masonry detergent cleaners such as Spectra® brand of cleaners, Vana-trol® or Deox® in strict accordance with each manufacturer’s directions. Do not use any product containing unbuffered hydrochloric acid or other unbuffered acids.

Part 3 – Execution:Inspect related conditions; do not start at any location until all adverse conditions at the location have been corrected.Lighting: Do no work without proper lighting.Floor Surface: Test for straightness, levelness. Notify job superintendent where grinding or troweled filler corrections are needed.Aligning Base Course: Do not set base course to follow an inaccurate floor line.Cove Base at Thin Floor Coverings: Set cove base tight to a straight, level floor so edge of floor covering will hide the joint.Workmanship: Align glazed faces plumb, level and true to line; uniform joint widths carefully tooled; joints arranged neat and symmetrical, cut units sized and located for best appearance; free of imperfections detracting from overall appearance when viewed at 90 degrees from 5 feet.Cutting: For all cuts, including chases, holes and notches for pipes, switch boxes, etc., use saw and other power tools.Jointing: Except where tuckpointing is noted, strike and tool setting mortar.Tuckpointing: Rake out joints at least 1/4”. Tuckpoint with the required mortar type. Do not use smeared grout method to fill joints.Scored-Face Block: Lay block in stack bond when aligned vertical joint appearance is required. Rake setting mortar 1/4” and allow to dry. Tuck point raked joints and scored joints at same time.Horizontal Reinforcing: Use in accordance with best practices for concrete block work and applicable building codes.Vertical Control Joints: Use in accordance with best practice for concrete block work. Exterior Weep Vent Installation: Use weep vents at least 4” long in vertical joint for every second block in base course immediately above grade and immediately above flashing, bond beams, solid fill or other water-stop locations.Exterior Wall Coping: Use continuous metal with 6” minimum overhand, or maximum length stone or pre-cast (define flashing and overhand). Exposed joints must be raked back at least 1/4” and caulked with (define) flexible,

waterproof sealant in accordance with manufacturer’s direction.Keep Glaze Clean: Wipe off all mortar smears and spatters at once, using clean, soft, damp rags. Do not allow hardening.Final Cleandown: Use industrial strength detergents in strict accordance with cleaner manufacturer’s instructions, including thorough rinsing. Damp-dry with clean, soft rags. Do not use steel wool, other abrasives or any product containing unbuffered hydrochloric acid or other acids.MAINTENANCESpectra-Glaze® units, properly erected and cleaned after construction, should require very little maintenance other than normal cleaning procedures. Commercial cleaning agents such as pine oils or industrial detergents are recommended in most instances but some paints and special marking inks not soluble in usual cleaning materials may rquire special cleaning procedures. Contact your local representative.

Recommendations• Keep overhead lighting at least 3’ from the plane of

a masonry wall to avoid unsightly shadows.• Use flush mounted, full wythe modular door frames

to insure a neat appearance of masonry walls and reduce cost by deleting cuts and special shapes.

• With scored units, broken bond patterns reduce the cost of installation.

• With scored units, always use stack bond construction when stack bond appearance is selected.

• Use double faced (ST) units through-the-wall only when tight bed depth tolerance or second face alignment is not mandatory.

• Cavity wall construction (2” minimum cavity) should be used for all exterior walls, with weep vents (rather than weep holes or wicks) every 32” top, bottom and above all water stops for proper venting and control of water penetration.

• For through-the-wall construction, glazed one side, use sled runner tool to strike joints on exposed block side of wall.

• Strike concave joints in Spectra-Glaze® block walls with at least 5/8” jointing tool.

• For exterior Spectra-Glaze® walls, always rake exposed mortar joints back 1/4” and tuckpoint with epoxy mortar or other waterproof systems.

• For concrete masonry construction, use wall reinforcing and control joints in accordance with established procedures to accommodate wall movement and prevent wall cracking. See NCMA TEK bulletins 3, 44, 53.

• Always consider a complimentary mortar color for use with decorative masonry units.

• Use factory-cut unit for mitered corners, for better alignment and reduced cost.

• When laying Spectra-Glaze® units, adjust raw block bed joints, head joints and coursing to assure alignment of glazed facings and uniformly wide mortar joints (approx. 1/4” exposed).

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©1955 thru 2011 property of IP Technologies, LLC (IPT) and All Rights reserved in the USA and other countries and Trademark Spectra-Glaze® and related confidential Know-How and technology are the property of IP Technologies, LLC., and are licensed to Spectra Industrial Licensing Corporation and Spectra Sciences, LLC as master licensors of glazed block. The Spectra-Glaze® trademark for chemicals is licensed to Spectra Materials Corp. and Spectra Sciences, LLC for production of Spectra-Glaze® materials used to make Spectra-Glaze® block. Purchasers are buying glazed block made using Spectra-Glaze® compound and Spectra-Glaze®/S-G components when they use Spectra-Glaze® block. IPT, Spectra Group, and Burns & Russell Trademarks, trade secrets, goodwill, and trade dress protected in the USA and overseas. Patented.The ultimate product manufacturing, sales and field use are the responsibility of the licensed regional Spectra-Glaze® block producer. SB 2011-S

The Spectra-Glaze® Block is part of The Spectra Group innovative line of masonry products that originated with the manufacuring of brick and terra cotta starting in 1788. The Spectra Group is the original developer of glazed concrete block over 50 years ago and has developed Spectra-Glaze® II units into an international product and licenses the world’s largest glazed block plants. An international network of Spectra-Glaze® II unit producers assures ready availability and prompt service.

For the name of your local representative, or to become a licensee, please contact the Spectra Group, P.O. Box 5119, Baltimore, MD 21224, Phone: 410-837-1810 Fax: 410-837-9498Visit us on the world-wide web at www.SPECTRAGLAZE.COM

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SG - Texas Building Products II Brochure.pdf3 SG interiorEXTERIOR. New interior wall surface that gives the look and feel of hand-tooled embossing, while still providing all the