Magicrete Power Mesh is used as bed joint reinforcement in horizontal AAC masonry joints; it increases lateral stability of walls, reduces thermal cracks and boosts flexural strength by over double the original capacity. The brochure cites IS:6041-1985, which calls for horizontal joint reinforcement to prevent cracks in AAC masonry. Use with Magicrete Block Joining Mortar is recommended for best results.

Key features

• Enhanced strength
• Better bonding
• Easy workability
• Crack control
• Cost-effective
• Impact resistance

Applications

• Bed joint reinforcement in horizontal AAC masonry joints (replaces bond beam / coping)

Specifications

Flexural Strength of Reinforced Masonry (cited study): 0.19 N/mm2 (vs 0.07 N/mm2 unreinforced and 0.14 N/mm2 steel wire reinforced) | Recommended Mortar: Magicrete Block Joining Mortar

Standards: IS 6041:1985 (referenced)