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What We Do

Advancing the knowledge of masonry

Develop Standards & Resources

Create standards, design guides, and technical resources that support the design and construction of masonry structures

Educate the Industry

Host webinars, workshops, and conferences

Advance Research

Publish the peer-reviewed research in TMS Journal and support students through scholarships

Foster Collaboration

Support committees and encourage communication among industry professionals

Why Join TMS?

  • Influence the development of masonry codes and standards
  • Collaborate with leading engineers, architects, and researchers
  • Support research and contribute to new educational resources
  • Save 25% on TMS publications, meetings, and education

Publications

Standards, design guides, and technical resources

TMS 402/602-22
TMS 402/602-22 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures

TMS 402 covers the design and construction of masonry structures, while TMS 602 outlines minimum construction requirements. The accompanying commentaries explain background details, committee considerations, and research used in developing the standards.

  • Referenced by 2024 International Building Code (IBC)
  • Updated references for ASCE/SEI 7-22
  • Revised masonry veneer provisions based on a more rational design approach.
  • New Appendix D covering composite reinforcement in masonry.
  • Refined design and construction provisions throughout
TMS 402/602-16
Masonry Designers' Guide 2016
Assessment and Retrofit of Masonry Structures

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Events

Meetings, conferences, and webinars from TMS and the masonry industry

2026 Annual Meeting

October 27–30, 2026 · Milwaukee, WI

Networking, education sessions, and committee meetings — including updates on the 2028 TMS 402/602.

Dates

October 27–30, 2026

Location

Milwaukee, WI

Registration

Opens Late Summer 2026

Early Bird Deadline

Late September

Upcoming Events