ICC-ES AC116
Full Name
ICC-ES AC116 – Acceptance Criteria for Nails
Scope
ICC-ES AC116 establishes the acceptance criteria for nails to be addressed in an ICC-ES evaluation report under the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Residential Code (IRC). It outlines the requirements for nails in terms of materials, manufacturing, performance, and testing. This ensures that nails used in construction projects meet the necessary safety and performance standards.
Key aspects covered by ICC-ES AC116 include:
- Materials: types of nails (e.g., steel, stainless steel, aluminum) and coatings (e.g., zinc, hot-dip galvanized).
- Manufacturing: dimensions, tolerances, head and point styles, shank types.
- Performance: withdrawal resistance, shear resistance, bending strength, and pull-through resistance.
- Testing: methods for evaluating the performance of nails under various conditions.
By adhering to ICC-ES AC116, manufacturers can ensure their nails are suitable for use in construction projects and meet the requirements of building codes. This contributes to the overall safety and structural integrity of buildings.
ICC-ES AC116 Accredited Laboratory
Applied Testing & Geosciences, LLC is accredited for performing inspections and tests using the ICC-ES AC116 acceptance criteria (section 3.0).
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Resources
Keywords
nails; steel; withdrawal; resistance; shear; galvanized; coating; strength; zinc; aluminum; shank; head; point