ICC-ES AC335
Full Name
ICC-ES AC335 – Acceptance Criteria for Adjustable Steel Columns
Scope
ICC-ES AC335 establishes the requirements for adjustable steel columns to be recognized in an ICC-ES evaluation report under the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Residential Code (IRC).
The scope of AC335 includes:
- Materials: specifies acceptable materials for adjustable steel columns, including steel grades and protective coatings.
- Design and construction: outlines design and construction requirements, covering column dimensions, load-bearing capacity, adjustability mechanisms, and connection details.
- Performance: defines performance criteria for the columns, such as axial load capacity, lateral load resistance, and stiffness.
- Testing: details testing procedures for evaluating column performance, including axial compression tests, bending tests, and connection tests.
By outlining these requirements, AC335 ensures that adjustable steel columns meet the necessary safety and performance standards for use in building construction. It provides confidence to building officials, designers, and builders that these columns comply with the building codes and are suitable for their intended applications.
ICC-ES AC335 Accredited Inspection Agency
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Keywords
adjustable steel column; load capacity; axial compression; bending; connection; stiffness; building code