Tag: CMU

  • Masonry Calculation Tools

    Masonry Calculation Tools

    Masonry CMU Calculator – Volume Concrete

    Masonry CMU Calculator

    At Volume Concrete, we understand that successful masonry projects start with precise planning. Our Masonry CMU Calculator page is designed to empower contractors, builders, and DIY enthusiasts in the Greater Portland Metro area with a reliable tool to estimate Concrete Masonry Units (CMUs) for walls, foundations, or decorative structures. By providing accurate material estimates, we help you avoid costly overages or shortages, ensuring your project stays on budget and on schedule. With our commitment to quality and service, Volume Concrete is your trusted partner for all things concrete.

    This page offers more than just calculations—it’s a resource for smarter project management. The Masonry CMU Calculator accounts for various block types, such as standard, lightweight, or split-face CMUs, and adjusts for openings like doors or windows, delivering tailored results for your unique build. We’ve built this tool with simplicity in mind, so whether you’re a seasoned professional or tackling your first masonry project, you can plan with confidence and focus on bringing your vision to life.

    Explore the calculator to streamline your material planning, and let Volume Concrete support your project with our top-tier volumetric concrete delivery services. Our team is dedicated to providing fresh, high-quality concrete mixed on-site to meet your exact specifications. Use this page to calculate your CMU needs, then contact us to schedule delivery or learn more about how we can help you build stronger, smarter, and more efficiently.

    CMU and Grout Calculator

    Estimate the number of Concrete Masonry Units (CMUs), mortar, and high-strength grout (8-sack or higher) needed for your project. Accounts for 3/8-inch mortar joints, 5% waste for blocks, and 10% waste for grout.

    At Volume Concrete, we understand that successful masonry projects start with precise planning. Our Masonry CMU Calculator page is designed to empower contractors, builders, and DIY enthusiasts in the Greater Portland Metro area with a reliable tool to estimate Concrete Masonry Units (CMUs) for walls, foundations, or decorative structures. By providing accurate material estimates, we help you avoid costly overages or shortages, ensuring your project stays on budget and on schedule. With our commitment to quality and service, Volume Concrete is your trusted partner for all things concrete.

    This page offers more than just calculations—it’s a resource for smarter project management. The Masonry CMU Calculator accounts for various block types, such as standard, lightweight, or split-face CMUs, and adjusts for openings like doors or windows, delivering tailored results for your unique build. We’ve built this tool with simplicity in mind, so whether you’re a seasoned professional or tackling your first masonry project, you can plan with confidence and focus on bringing your vision to life.

    Explore the calculator to streamline your material planning, and let Volume Concrete support your project with our top-tier volumetric concrete delivery services. Our team is dedicated to providing fresh, high-quality concrete mixed on-site to meet your exact specifications. Use this page to calculate your CMU needs, then contact us to schedule delivery or learn more about how we can help you build stronger, smarter, and more efficiently.

  • Grouted Brick Prism

    Grouted Brick Prism

    Volume Concrete Delivers Grout for Grouted Brick Prisms

    Masons like the Grout from Volume Concrete thanks to the freshness (mixed on-site), and the ability to adjust the slump on-the-fly, and vary the sack amount for the cement component.

    Admixtures on board include Viscosity Modifiers for increasing the flowability and increasing the consolidation around rebar and other components that may lead to blockage.

    The Grout from Volume Concrete is easily pumpable through a small line pump thanks to lack of aggregates and the increased amount of fine sands.

    This particular Grout is a High-Strength Flowable Fill with p.s.i. strengths exceeding the 2000psi requirement usually required in the local market.

    Mix Design:  2500psi 9 Sack Grout

    Here are some recent test results for 28 day strength.  PC2500 GROUT

    Call Dispatch to order Grout and don’t forget the Pump!

    Up to 9 Sacks per Cubic Yard depending on job-site requirements.

    Testing Exceeding: ASTM C1314 & C1552