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What role does hoop iron play in controlling cracks in masonry walls?

April 26, 2017CRACKS hoop iron masonry play walls

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What role does hoop iron play in controlling cracks in masonry walls?

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The hoop iron is important in controlling excessive cracking and possible collapse of walls. This due to the fact that iron has very good tensile properties while concrete and mortar are very weak on tensile strength.