Masonry Wall Module

Code‑compliant design solution that helps create safe and accurate masonry wall designs

Module Description

Masonry Wall is a design tool for the design of masonry bearing walls that are subject to axial and transverse loads. It designs masonry walls in compliance with ACI 530, The Masonry Society (TMS) and ASCE standards.

Masonry walls can be constructed from either clay or concrete masonry and can be either reinforced or unreinforced using partial or full grouting.

Unlike other programs or design aides that design for only flexure and/or axial flexure interaction, Masonry Wall also designs the wall for shear, deflections and P-delta effects.

Technical Specifications

  • Updated to the latest ACI 530‑11 and IBC 2012 codes, giving engineers confidence their wall designs meet modern standards.
  • Designs reinforced or unreinforced masonry — clay or concrete units, partial or full grouting, running or stack bond.
  • Handles axial loads, out‑of‑plane bending, shear, deflection, and full P‑Δ effects, going far beyond simple flexure‑only tools.
  • Supports both Allowable Stress Design and Ultimate Strength Design, including new ultimate‑strength options for unreinforced walls.
  • Automatically applies required code‑based load combinations, while still allowing engineers to customize factors.
  • Includes parapet design, seamlessly integrated into the workflow.
  • Produces clean axial load–moment diagrams, dynamic graphics, and polished Word‑compatible reports.
  • Simple US/metric unit switching and a streamlined interface that keeps the focus on speed, clarity, and dependable results.