CONTINUOUS WIRE

The use of a continuous wire in masonry veneer walls is beneficial in providing additional protection against problems arising from thermal expansion and contraction. It also allows for a more uniform distribution of lateral forces.

GAUGES: 

• 9 ga.
• 3/16” DIA

DIMENSIONS:

• LENGTH: 10'

The Uniform Building Code for seismic zones requires anchored veneer walls to have a continuous wire embedded in the mortar joint. The wire is secured to the tie anchor, which is fastened to the supporting structure.

Hohmann & Barnard offers several products/systems that allow for the convenient integration of continuous wire into masonry joint reinforcement or anchor systems:

• Seismiclip® Interlock System (S.I.S)
• Byna-Lok® Wire Tie
• Seismic Hook
• Refer to renderings to the left for related products/configurations.