Ongoing testing has shown that the embedded thin brick’s performance is far
superior to hand-laid or post-adhered applications. Pullout tests typically generate
tensile strengths in excess of the concrete alone. This is due to the contribution of
the enhanced bond produced by the coved joints acting in shear.
The various grooved and dovetail configurations of some brick ad to their
adhesion as would be expected, but are not necessary in order to achieve
satisfactory results. In tests, pullout resistance has been achieved beyond 2,500
lbs/ modular size brick.
MBrick™ panels as long as 60’ have been prestressed with no effect to the brick.
Nominal deflection will not cause brick to ‘pop’ out or crack.
The brick will not crack without the concrete structure behind it failing. We do not
recommend taking any extraordinary precautions in handling large panels other
than those that would normally be employed.
Freeze thaw testing, though rare, is generally undertaken by the panel producer
when required by the customer. Testing has commonly shown that the brick
decomposes prior to any bond failure between brick and concrete.
Clay brick is slightly permeable and varies in weathering durability from producer
to producer. Embedded brick that has been exposed to harsh freeze thaw
environments since as early 1970s can be observed today in its original state of
integrity in many areas of the US.
Manual (PDF)
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