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DRAWINGS FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY

MATERIAL CONFORMANCE Finishes:

Hohmann & Barnard joint reinforcement products conform to:
Mill Galvanized Coating
ASTM A951/A951M (Standard Specification for Steel Wire for Masonry
Joint Reinforcement) ✔ Hot-Dip Galvanized
ACI / ASCE 530 (Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures) Stainless Steel - Type 304
Wire (Carbon Steel): Prefabricated from cold-drawn steel wire Stainless Steel - Type 316
conforming to ASTM A1064/A1064M Note: H&B recommends Stainless Steel for maximum protection
Tensile Strength - 80,000 p.s.i. | Yield Point - 70,000 p.s.i. minimum against corrosion.
Zinc Coating:
Mill Galvanized coating: ASTM A641/A641M (0.1 oz/ft²) Wire Size (10’ length standard, custom length available special order):
Hot-Dip Galvanized after fabrication: ASTM A153/A153M-B2 (1.5 oz/ft²)
(S) Standard Weight:
9 Gauge Side Rods x 9 Gauge Cross Rods
Wire (Stainless Steel): ASTM A580/ASTM 580M - AISI Type 304 or (EH) Extra Heavy:
Type 316 3/16” Side Rods x 9 Gauge Cross Rods

Wire Diameter: (SHD) Super Heavy Duty:

9 gauge (.148” or W1.7) or 3/16”Ø (.187” or W2.8) 3/16” Side Rods x 3/16” Cross Rods
Side Rods and Cross Rods available in any combination of the above.
Cross welded 16” O.C. Block Size:
First Cross Rods welded 12” in from each end to allow lap splices per 4" 6" ✔ 8" 10"
code requirements.
12" 14" 16"
H&B manufactures steel wire products from a minimum of 95%
recycled material. Note: For Corner or Tee, state width of block walls.
IMPORTANT: Since each construction project is unique, the appropriate selection
and use of any product contained herein must be determined by competent
architects, engineers and other appropriate professionals who are familiar with the
specific requirements of the project in question.

HOHMANN & BARNARD, Inc. Branch/Subsidiary Locations: © HOHMANN & BARNARD, INC. - 2015
30 Rasons Court | Hauppauge, NY 11788 ALABAMA - ILLINOIS - MARYLAND
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS NEW YORK - PENNSYLVANIA - TEXAS
T: 800.645.0616 F: 631.234.0683 UTAH - CANADA
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code requirement that the mortar bed thickness (typically 3/8”) must be
twice the diameter of the wire.
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Hot-Dip Galvanized | Stainless Steel Type 304 Type 316
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conforming to $670$$0
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Tensile Strength - 80,000 p.s.i. | Yield Point - 70,000 p.s.i. minimum
Zinc Coating: (EH) Extra Heavy: 3/16"Ø Side Rods x 9 GA Cross Rods
Hot-Dip Galvanized after fabrication: $670 $$0% (1.5 oz/ft²)
(SHD) Super Heavy Duty: 3/16"Ø Side Rods x 3/16"Ø Cross Rods
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MATERIAL CONFORMANCE
Manufactured from Medium Density Polyethylene.
Tested in conformance with ASTM D2244, ASTM D638, and
ASTM D746.
HOHMANN & BARNARD, Inc.
30 Rasons Court | Hauppauge, NY 11788
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
T: 800.645.0616 F: 631.234.0683
www.h-b.com
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Weep Holes/Vents
341 Series Round Plastic Weep Holes
341:
1/4" O. D. x 4" long
3/8" O. D. x 4" long
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3/8" O. D. x 4" long (Provided with cotton wick attached)
341S:
3/8" O. D. x 4" long (Provided with screen insert)
Brass Screen Stainless Steel Screen
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3/8" O. D. x 4" long (Provided with both wick and screen)
Brass Screen Stainless Steel Screen
Branch/Subsidiary Locations: © HOHMANN & BARNARD, INC. - 2012
ALABAMA - ILLINOIS - MARYLAND
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Grace Waterproofing Products
PERM-A-BARRIER WALL FLASHING
®
Self-adhesive, rubberized asphalt/polyethylene
flashing tapes for cavity wall applications
Description
Perm-A-Barrier® wall membranes are ideal for
protecting the building superstructure from the
damaging effects of the elements. By minimizing
air and water vapor flow through the building
exterior, Perm-A-Barrier wall membranes:
• Prevent premature deterioration of the building
envelope
• Enhance thermal performance of the structure
and save energy costs
• Improve comfort for the building occupants
Advantages
• Fully bonded—continuous adhesion to the
substrate resists wind loads and prevents water
tracking behind the tape
• Waterproof and virtually impermeable to
moisture—virtually impermeable to the passage
of liquid water and vapor
• Cross laminated film—provides dimensional
stability, high tear strength, puncture and impact
resistance
Product Advantages
• Fully bonded
• Waterproof and virtually impermeable
to moisture
• Cross laminated film
• Cold applied
• Flexible
• Controlled thickness
• Aggressive, conformable adhesive
• Unique green color and logo
• Ripcord Split Release on Demand
• Foldless release paper
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• Cold applied—no flame hazard; self-adhesive
overlaps ensure continuity
• Flexible—accommodates minor settlement and
shrinkage movement
• Controlled thickness—factory made sheet
ensures constant, non-variable site application
• Aggressive, conformable adhesive—creates
100% watertight laps and allows self-sealing
around mechanical fasteners
• Unique green color and logo—highly differen-
tiated on the job site from other flashing types
and enables easy identification of damage
• Ripcord® Split Release on Demand—faster
application in the straight-aways, ease of
membrane positioning in detailed areas
• Foldless release paper—fewer edge catches,
180° pull-back, ease of membrane cutting
(single cuts) and membrane positioning, quicker
one-man installs
System Components
• Perm-A-Barrier Wall Flashing—40 mil (1 mm)
total thickness self-adhesive, cold applied tape
consisting of 32 mils (0.8 mm) of rubberized
asphalt integrally bonded to a 8 mil (0.2 mm)
high density, cross laminated polyethylene film.
The rolls are interwound with disposable
silicone-coated release sheet
Perm-A-Barrier
Wall Flashing
Drawings are for illustration purposes only.
Please refer to www.graceconstruction.com for specific application details.
• Perm-A-Barrier Wall Membranes—air and
vapor barrier membranes for use in cavity wall
applications
• Perm-A-Barrier WB Primer—high tack, water-
based primer for use on exterior wallboards
• Bituthene® Mastic Trowel Grade—rubberized
asphalt mastic for sealing around penetrations,
terminations, brick ties, etc.
Installation
Safety
Perm-A-Barrier products must be handled prop-
erly. Vapors from the mastic and solvent-based
primer are harmful and flammable. For these prod-
ucts, the best available information on safe
handling, storage, personal protection, health and
environmental considerations has been gathered.
Refer to product label and Material Safety Data
Sheet before use. All users should acquaint them-
selves with this information prior to working with
the material. Carefully read detailed precaution
statements on the product labels and MSDS before
use. MSDSs can be obtained from our web site at
www.graceconstruction.com or by contacting us
toll free at 866-333-3SBM (3726).
Preparatory Work
Apply Perm-A-Barrier Wall Flashing and acces-
sories only in fair weather when air and surface
temperatures are above 25°F (-4°C).
Wherever wall flashing is to be applied, the
surface must be smooth, clean, dry and free of
voids, spalled areas, loose substrate, loose nails,
sharp protrusions or other matter that will hinder
the adhesion or uniformity of the wall flashing
installation. Clean loose dust or dirt from the
surface by wiping with a clean dry cloth or a
brush.
Conditioning and Priming
Use Perm-A-Barrier WB Primer to enhance adhe-
sion on dusty cementitious substrates.
Perm-A-Barrier WB Primer is a water-based
primer which imparts an aggressive, high tack
finish on the treated substrate. It is specifically
designed to facilitate tenacious adhesion of Perm-
A-Barrier Wall Flashing, Perm-A-Barrier Wall
Membrane, Grace underlayments and Grace
Vycor® Self-Adhered Flashings to various
substrates including DensGlass Gold® (refer to
relevant product data sheets). It will cover approx-
imately 250–350 ft2/gal (6–8 m2/L) when applied
with a roller. A synthetic, 1⁄2 in. (13 mm) nap roller
has been found to be very successful. A moder-
ately thick coating should be applied and rolled
out evenly. A properly applied coating will have
uniform coverage and leave a tacky finish to the
surface when dry.
Apply primer in dry weather with ambient and Page # 21
substrate temperatures above 25°F (-4°C). Surface
must be dry and clean, free from frost, dirt, grease,
oil or other contaminants. Failure to remove
excessive dust may result in compromised adhe-
sion of the membrane. Allow primer to dry
completely before application of the flashing.
In cooler or humid conditions, priming may be
done in advance. If primed surface is exposed for
more than 7 days, or if significant dust or dirt
accumulates on the surface, re-prime with a thin
coat of Perm-A-Barrier WB Primer.
The drying time could vary from 15 minutes
(<90°F (>32°C), windy, under the sun) to 3 hours
(cold and no wind), depending on the weather
condition. For 90°F (32°C) or greater, 45 minutes
to one hour; 50°F (10°C) to 90°F (32°C),
1–3 hours; less than 50°F (10°C) 3 hours or more.
Bituthene Primer B2 is used to prime green
concrete or damp substrates. Apply to clean
surface at a coverage rate of 250–350 ft2/gal
(6–8 m2/L). Allow primer to dry completely
(approximately 1 hour dependent on weather
condition) before application of wall flashing.
Flashing Application
Pre-cut Perm-A-Barrier Wall Flashing to easily
handled lengths. Peel release paper from roll to
expose rubberized asphalt and carefully position
flashing against substrate. Ripcord, a Split Release
on Demand feature embedded in the membrane,
also makes Perm-A-Barrier Wall Flashing easy to
position in detailed areas. Press firmly into place
with a steel hand roller or the back of a utility
knife as soon as possible, fully adhering the flash-
ing to the substrate to prevent water from
migrating under the Perm-A-Barrier Wall Flash-
ing. Form end dams at horizontal flashing
terminations to prevent water entry. Overlap adja-
cent pieces 2 in. (51 mm) and roll overlap with a
steel hand roller.
Apply a bead of Bituthene Mastic along all laps,
seams, top edges, cuts and penetrations and trowel
into place. Lay or trim edges of Perm-A-Barrier
Wall Flashing 1⁄2 in. (13 mm) back from the face
of the masonry. No reglet is necessary when
installing Perm-A-Barrier Wall Flashing to vertical
surfaces. Complete installation instructions and
details are available upon request.
If wrinkles develop, carefully cut out affected area
and replace in similar procedure outlined above.
The repair piece must be pressed into place with a
hand roller as soon as possible to ensure continu-
ous and intimate contact with the substrate.
Protection
Perm-A-Barrier Wall Flashing must be protected
from damage from other trades or construction
materials.
DISCONTINUOUS FLASHING
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At masonry opening head & sill flashing and at
other flashing terminations, cut and lap flashing
to provide end dams. Seal top edge & end dam See Detail B
lap seam with a bead of Bituthene Mastic below
Bituthene
Mastic Bituthene
Mastic
Perm-A-Barrier Outside face of
Wall Flashing back-up wythe

8 in. (203 mm) min. base

of wall flashing
CONTINUOUS FLASHING
At inside and outside corners, fold and lap
A. Isometric
seams. Seal top edge & corner lap seams
with a bead of Bituthene Mastic Note: Veneer not shown for clarity
Install 3rd
Bead of Install 1st
Bituthene Mastic Install 2nd
2 in. (51 mm)
Perm-A-Barrier lap typical
Wall Flashing at splices

B. Isometric of end dam

Through-wall Flashing Details Perm-A-Barrier Flashing Details at Inside and

Outside Corners

Stone coping set

Sealant in mortar

Perm-A-Barrier Sealant
Wall Flashing
Insulation
2 in. (51 mm)
clear airspace
Joint
Cavity insulation reinforcement
Bituthene Mastic
Roof membrane
Perm-A-Barrier
& flashing
Wall Flashing
Drainage fill usage
and type optional
Perm-A-Barrier
Dry-Block Wall Flashing
in CMU & mortar Sealant
See Details "A" & "B" Weeps at
on Grace Dwg CW-8 16 in. (406 mm) O.C.
Weeps at 16 in.
Finished
(406 mm) O.C.
grade
Shelf angle
Compressible
See alternate
filler
Base of Wall
Optional clay Details—Grace
brick outer wythe Drawing SW-3

Parapet Detail Base of Wall Detail

8 in. (203 mm) nominal

[10 in. & 12 in.
(254 mm & 305 mm) similar]

Joint
reinforcement
Perm-A-Barrier Perm-A-Barrier Joint
Wall Flashing Wall Flashing with reinforcement
with end dams end dams
Optional Zonolite
Insulation Masonry Insulation
Sloped sill Dry-Block Perm-A-Barrier
set in mortar in CMU & mortar Wall Flashing

Weeps at 16 in. Dry-Block

Drip (406 mm) O.C. in CMU & mortar

Sealant Precast lintel

See Detail
Weep "C" below
2 in. (51 mm) Steel lintel
clear airspace
A. Head detail B. Steel/precast lintel alternate
Cavity insulation Perm-A-Barrier Wall Flashing
Joint reinforcement
& veneer anchor Stainless steel drip with
hemmed edge 2 in. (51 mm) min. C. Stainless steel drip edge detail
Dry-Block
in CMU & mortar 30°
Sealant
Steel lintel

Sill Detail Masonry Opening Head Flashing

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Supply
Product Unit of Approximate Weight Palletization
Sale Coverage
Perm-A-Barrier Wall Flashing
—12 in. (305 mm) 3 rolls 75 linear ft per roll 22.5 lbs/roll 25 cartons (75 rolls) per pallet
—18 in. (457 mm) 2 rolls 75 linear ft per roll 33.7 lbs/roll 25 cartons (50 rolls) per pallet
—24 in. (610 mm) 1 roll 75 linear ft per roll 49.7 lbs/roll 35 cartons (35 rolls) per pallet
—36 in. (914 mm) 1 roll 75 linear ft per roll 67.7 lbs/roll 25 cartons (25 rolls) per pallet
Bituthene Mastic—5 gal pail 1 pail approx. 120 ft2 at 60 mils 54 lbs/roll 36 pails per pallet
Bituthene Mastic—30 oz tube 12 tubes approx. 30 linear ft 32 lbs/carton 72 cartons (864 tubes)
x 1⁄4 in. bead per pallet
Perm-A-Barrier 1 pail 250–350 ft2/gal 45 lbs/pail 24 pails per pallet
WB Primer—5 gal pail (6–8 m2/L)

Physical Properties
Property Typical Value Test Method
Color Green with repeated logo imprint
Thickness 40 mil (1 mm) ASTM D3767, method A
Low temperature flexibility Unaffected at -45°F (-43°C) ASTM D1970
Tensile strength, membrane 1200 psi (8300 kPa) minimum ASTM D412, Die C modified
Elongation, ultimate failure of 200% minimum ASTM D412
rubberized asphalt
Lap adhesion at minimum 60 lbs/ft (875 N/m) width ASTM D1876 modified
application temperature
Adhesion to concrete at 60 lbs/ft (875 N/m) width ASTM D903
minimum application temperature
Puncture resistance, membrane 40 lbs (178 N) minimum MD ASTM D781
80 lbs (356 N) minimum MD ASTM E154
Tear resistance, initiation 13 lbs (58 N) minimum MD ASTM D1004
Tear resistance, propagation 9 lbs (40 N) minimum MD ASTM D1938
Permeance 0.05 perms (2.9 ng/m2sPa) maximum ASTM E96, method B
Water absorption 0.1% maximum ASTM D570

Storage and Handling Information
All materials must be protected from rain and
physical damage. Pallets of Perm-A-Barrier Wall
Flashing must not be double stacked on the job
site. Provide cover on top and all sides, allowing
for adequate ventilation. Store wall flashing where
temperatures will not exceed 90°F (32°C) for
extended periods. All products must be stored in a
dry area away from high heat, flames or sparks.
At point of use, store only as much material as is
required for each day’s work.
Limitations
Perm-A-Barrier Wall Flashing must not be applied
in areas where it will be exposed to sunlight
permanently and must be covered within a reason-
able amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
Warranty
Perm-A-Barrier products are warranted to be free
of defects in manufacture for a period of 5 years.
Material will be provided at no charge to replace
any defective product.
Technical Services
Support is provided by full-time, technically
trained Grace Construction Products representa-
tives and technical service personnel, backed by a
central research and development staff.

www.graceconstruction.com
For technical assistance call toll free at 866-333-3SBM (3726)

Perm-A-Barrier, Bituthene, Ripcord, Dry-Block and Vycor are registered trademarks of W. R. Grace & Co.–Conn.
DensGlass Gold is a registered trademark of Georgia-Pacific Corporation.
We hope the information here will be helpful. It is based on data and knowledge considered to be true and accurate and is offered for the users’
consideration, investigation and verification, but we do not warrant the results to be obtained. Please read all statements, recommendations or
suggestions in conjunction with our conditions of sale, which apply to all goods supplied by us. No statement, recommendation or suggestion is
intended for any use which would infringe any patent or copyright. W. R. Grace & Co.–Conn., 62 Whittemore Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140.
In Canada, Grace Canada, Inc., 294 Clements Road, West, Ajax, Ontario, Canada L1S 3C6.
This product may be covered by patents or patents pending. Copyright 2007. W. R. Grace & Co.–Conn.
PAB-050E Printed in U.S.A. 3/07 FA/LI/1M
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the commercial foundation and building parts of the country. Contact your local Water Absorption of Core Materials for
floor slab market. This insulation can also Dow representative for details. Structural Sandwich Constructions
be used for attics, foundations/slabs and
4. TECHNICAL DATA Code Compliances
crawl spaces in residential applications.
Applicable Standards STYROFOAM™ Brand Square Edge Insulation
STYROFOAM™ Brand Square Edge Extruded STYROFOAM™ Brand Square Edge complies with the following codes:
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more than 60 years of proven performance Standard Specification for Rigid Cellular and International Building Code (IBC)
in wet environments. The closed-cell Polystyrene Thermal Insulation. Applicable See ESR-2142
structure of STYROFOAM™ Brand Square
Edge Extruded Polystyrene Foam (XPS)
Insulation resists water pickup, enabling
it to retain a high R-value* over time – a
necessary property in wet, below-grade
commercial foundation applications.
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Means of the Heat Flow Meter Apparatus
TABLE 1: Physical Properties of STYROFOAM™ Brand Square Edge Insulation
Property And Test Method Value
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Edge Insulation, freeze-thaw cycling , ASTM E96, perm, max.
Water Vapor Permeance(3) 1.5
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(1) R-values are consistent with criteria of ASTM C578 and the requirements of the FTC R-value rule (16 CFR Part 460).
*R means resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value, the (2) Vertical compressive strength is measured at 10 percent deformation or at yield, whichever occurs first.
greater the insulating power. R-value determined by ASTM C518. (3) Based on 1” thickness.

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to conditions of approval as a roof your local building inspector. extensive network. For more information,
insulation when installed as described contact your local Dow representative or
5. INSTALLATION
in the current edition of the FM call 1-800-232-2436.
STYROFOAM™ Brand Square Edge
Approval Guide 7. WARRANTY
Insulation boards are easy to handle, cut
Contact your local Dow sales using a utility knife or serrated blade, In the United States, a 50-year thermal
representative or local authorities for state and install. The square edge boards are limited warranty is available on
and local building code requirements and designed to ensure energy efficiency and STYROFOAM™ products 1.5 inches and
related acceptances. minimize on-site cutting and waste. Use a greater. For thickness less than 1.5 inches,
polystyrene-compatible adhesive to hold other warranties may apply. Warranties
Physical Properties
the boards in place during backfilling. are available as described at
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Apply caulk or mastic to the top of the http://building.dow.com/na/en/tools/
Insulation exhibits the physical
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properties indicated in Table 1 when
the insulation. To complete the installation,
tested as represented. 8. MAINTENANCE
parge the above-grade portions of
Not applicable.
Environmental Data STYROFOAM™ Brand Square Edge
STYROFOAM™ Brand Square Edge Insulation to protect from solar radiation. 9. TECHNICAL SERVICES
Insulation is hydrochlorofluorocarbon Dow can provide technical information
It is recommended that any masonry to help address questions when using
(HCFC) free with zero ozonedepletion
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Insulation is reusable in many applications.
to installation. Below-grade walls should available to assist with any insulation
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produced in North America contain an and dampness prior to installation 1-866-583-BLUE (2583).
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