CTP-16 Specifications
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Masonry anchors
1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 042000 – Unit Masonry
B. Section 042200 – Concrete Masonry
C. Section 044200 – Multi-Wythe Masonry
D. Section 044200 – Exterior Stone Cladding
1.3 REFERENCES
A. ASCE/ACI 530.1 – Specifications for Masonry Structures
B. ASTM A 153/A 153M - Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and
Steel Hardware
C. ASTM A 580/A 580M - Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Wire
D. ASTM A 82 - Standard Specification for Cold-Drawn Steel Wire for
Concrete Reinforcement
E. ASTM A 366 - Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Carbon, Cold-Rolled,
Commercia l Quality.
F. ASTM A 167 - Standard Specification for Stainless and Heat-Resisting Chromium-
Nickel Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit under provisions of Section 013300.
B. Product Data: Manufacturer's data on each type of product furnished.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1. Manufacturer Qualifications: Provide design, engineering and technical assistance
for the selection, application, and installation of appropriate anchoring systems for
the project.
2. Installer Qualifications:Knowledgeable contractor experienced in the proper use and
installation of anchoring systems, including coordination with wall assembly
components ;
3. Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of application workmanship.
1. Finish areas designated by Architect.
2. Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship is approved by Architect.
3. Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.
1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. Store products in manufacturer’s unopened packaging until ready for installation.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURER
A. Acceptable Manufacturer:
Construction Tie Products, Inc.(CTP, Inc.)
7974 West Orchard Drive
Michigan City, IN, 46360-9390 USA.
Phone:219-878-1427 Fax:219-874-3626
Email: sales@ctpanchors.com Website:www.ctpanchor s.com
B. Substitutions: Not permitted.
C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of
Section 012500.
D. Masonry Anchors:CT-16 base plate is a formed steel connector having a vertical slot
to accommodate wall tie adjustability having a 0.30? (.75mm) free play;a centered
single screw hole for connection through exterior sheathing to 16 gauge (1.5 mm)
metal stud, wood, and masonry applications;and a projected plate design to
accommoda te insulation.
1. Anchors to Concrete:CTP-516 with recommended fastener
2. Anchors to Masonry Backup:CTP-516 with recommended fastener
3. Anchors to Metal Stud Backup:CTP-16
4. Anchors to Structural Steel:CTP-16
5. Anchors to Wood Stud Backup:CTP-16
6. Metal:Stainless steel sheet, ASTM A 167, Type 304, finish 2B.
7. Metal:Cold-rolled steel sheet, ASTM A 366, hot-dip galvanized after fabrication
in accordance with ASTM A 153, Class B
8. Metal thickness: 16 gage (1.5 mm)
E. Masonry Ties:CTP WT-TIE:3/16? (4.76mm) diameter multifunctional triangular tie
having raised offset ends to accommodate wire reinforcement for seismic
applicati ons or mortar in typical non-seismic masonry construction.
1. Masonry Veneer Ties:Provide minimum 1-1/2¨ (38.1 mm) embedment in
mortar.
2. CTP WT-Tie:Wire tie 3/16 inch (4.75 mm) diameter x [Length]
3. Material for Ties in Exterior Walls: Stainless steel
4. Material for Ties in Exterior Walls: Hot-dip galvanized
F. Fasteners:
1. Self-drilling self-tapping screws;hex washer head, size #12-14 X 1-1/2? or 2?,
lengths required for indicated sheathing thicknesses.
a. Metal:A ductile high strength self drilling, self tapping screw with polymer
protective coating
b. Metal:Type 410 stainless steel self drilling self tapping screw
c. Metal:Type 304 stainless self drilling, self tapping bi-metal point screw
d. All screws to have a bonded sealant washer
2. Masonry / Concrete:3/8”diameter X 1-1/2”brass expansion shield with Hex cap
screw finish
a. Stainless hardware:CTP-541022 fastener
b. Zinc plated hardware:CTP-561022 fastener
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 PREPARATION
A. Examine project conditions before beginning installation of masonry tie and anchor systems components
3.2 INSTALLATION
3.2.1 Masonry Veneer Anchoring System:
3.2.1.1 Install veneer anchors at stud locations; 25 inches (625 mm) OC
vertically,16 inches (406 mm) OC horizontally.
3.2.1.2 For masonry or concrete, install veneer anchors at 25 inches (625 mm)
OC vertically, 16 inches (406 mm) OC horizontally.
3.2.1.3 Screw-attach veneer anchor to stud face through sheathing until full
contact of base plate with sheathing.
3.2.1.4 Tighten masonry fastener 50-100 in-lbs of torque against the masonry or
concrete surface 3.2.1.5 Install masonry wall tie at each veneer anchor
location; install ties as exterior wythe of masonry construction
progresses.