STRATEGIC DIAGNOSIS FOR IMPROVEMENTS IN THE EXECUTION OF STRUCTURAL MASONRY

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.3174132429043

• Palavras-chave: Structural masonry, housing enterprises, tools, executive procedures, quality.

• Keywords: Structural masonry, housing enterprises, tools, executive procedures, quality.

• Abstract:

  This study investigates the criteria used in the various stages of construction of works with structural masonry. The objective is to compare them with ABNT standards and technologies available on the market, in order to guarantee the quality of constructions. The research focuses on buildings that use concrete and ceramic blocks with a structural function, analyzing the labor, the quality of the components (blocks, mortar, grout and reinforcement) and the equipment used. The procedures from adapting the construction site to the execution and production of masonry are compared with ABNT standards and available technologies. Surveys at construction sites in the cities of São Carlos/SP, Araçatuba/SP, São José do Rio Preto/SP, Jaboticabal/SP, Londrina/PR and Blumenau/SC provide data on the execution of works. The research also investigates the manufacture of blocks (concrete and ceramic), seeking information about their resistance, aesthetic characteristics, durability and quality control parameters. Surveys at manufacturing companies in São José do Rio Preto/SP, Itu/SP, Limeira/SP and Americana/SP complement the research. The study aims to guarantee quality in the execution of works with structural masonry, from the production of blocks to on-site procedures. Comparison with ABNT standards and available technologies is essential to guarantee the quality of constructions.