TMS launches Masonry Standards Online Platform

The Masonry Society has launched the all new Masonry Standards Online subscription platform, which provides easy access to TMS standards from anywhere with enhanced commentary, additional features, and multi-use access. Standards are available through individual...

Obituary – Denzil Spencer : 1943-2023

It is with deep sadness that the Society learnt of the passing of Denzil Spencer earlier this year. Many of the Society members will recall that Denzil was President of the Society in 1992-93. Denzil was born at Blyth in North Nottinghamshire in 1943. After graduating...

TMS Members Respond to Questions on Tie Corrosion

With support from members of the Existing Masonry Committee, TMS has issued a new issue of TMS Responds addressing corrosion of metal ties embedded in masonry.   To access this issue, click the button below, or to see a listing of past issues, click here.   Access...

SUSTAINABILITY NEWS from TMS, WIENERBERGER, and H+H

Updated 1/4/2023 – Now includes TMS E-News Vol 15 No. 6 The Masonry Society (TMS) Sustainability E-News Vol 15 No 5  Sustainability E-News Vol 15 No 6  Wienerberger Wienerberger commits to sustainable energy management. H+H International A/S Sustainability...

THE INTERNATIONAL MASONRY SOCIETY STUDENT PROJECT AWARDS 2022

The IMS is pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 International Masonry Society Student Project Awards are Mihailo Bogoslavov of the University of Calgary and Krishnachandran S of the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. Further details to follow in the next...

EAACA decarbonisation road map for AAC products

The European Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Association (EAACA) has defined a decarbonisation roadmap for Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) products. This roadmap sets out a pathway for AAC products to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 with the potential to become carbon...

Wienerberger among the top 4% of its sector in EcoVadis ranking

This year, Wienerberger succeeded in further improving its ranking, achieving a new top score for its ESG management and winning its first gold medal. Among all companies of the sector rated by EcoVadis worldwide, Wienerberger ranks among the top 4% in its overall...

Ibstock publish paper on ‘Delivering on Dematerialisation’

Ibstock have recently published their paper on ‘Delivering on Dematerialisation’ which communicates the work they are doing to deliver on their commitment to dematerialisation. It aims to explain how their ESG Strategy has galvanised action and accelerated their...

Collaborative construction project wins sustainability award

A research development programme, created by Birmingham City University, product manufacturers, industry bodies and contactors to better understand and implement forthcoming Government construction guidelines, has secured a national award for its commitment to...