ICC-ES AC162

Full Name

ICC-ES AC162 – Acceptance Criteria for Structural Bamboo

Scope

ICC-ES AC162 outlines the acceptance criteria for structural bamboo used in building construction. The scope of AC162 includes:
  • Material properties: it specifies the requirements for structural bamboo, including its physical and mechanical properties, such as density, moisture content, strength, and stiffness.
  • Design: it outlines the design criteria for structural bamboo members, including allowable stresses, deflection limits, and connection details, ensuring their structural integrity and stability under various load conditions.
  • Testing: it details the specific tests required to evaluate the structural performance of bamboo, including bending tests, compression tests, shear tests, and connection tests.
  • Evaluation: it provides a framework for evaluating structural bamboo products to ensure they comply with the acceptance criteria, including a review of their material properties, design, and test results.
ICC-ES AC162 is crucial for manufacturers to demonstrate that their structural bamboo products meet the necessary performance and safety standards. It also assists building officials, designers, and engineers in selecting and using appropriate bamboo materials for their projects.

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Keywords

structural bamboo; acceptance criteria; evaluation; design; testing; material properties; density; moisture content; strength; stiffness; allowable stresses; deflection limits; connection details; bending tests; compression tests; shear tests
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