Development of an innovative, thermally efficient masonry veneer support system

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Masonry building envelopes (veneer) are an architecturally pleasant, efficient system to protect structural**members against moisture penetration and prevent heat loss. An integral part of the design of masonry veneer**is the shelf angle, which supports the outer brick layer and is bolted or secured to a slab edge. With the advent**of newer energy codes compliance of veneer systems that rely on traditional support systems is not guaranteed.**Scorpio Masonry Inc. is a local company in Edmonton that performs masonry contracting work and technical**development - Scorpio Masonry Inc. is interested in developing an innovative shelf angle anchoring system**with superior hygro-thermal performance compared to conventional alternatives. This tool will allow Scorpio**Masonry Inc. to offer more cost-effective wall masonry veneer systems, compliant with upcoming energy**specifications.