ICC-ES AC441
Full Name
ICC-ES AC441 – Acceptance Criteria for Epoxy Used with Thin Stone Veneer and Ceramic Tile
Scope
ICC-ES AC441 establishes the acceptance criteria for epoxy adhesives used to bond non-load-bearing ceramic tile and thin stone veneers to approved substrates in interior and exterior applications.
Key aspects covered by AC441 include:
- Product evaluation: it provides guidelines for evaluating the performance and suitability of epoxy adhesives for bonding ceramic tile and thin stone veneers.
- Performance requirements: it specifies minimum performance requirements for bond strength, durability, and resistance to environmental factors like moisture, temperature, and chemicals.
- Testing procedures: it outlines the standard test methods to assess the bond strength, shear strength, and freeze-thaw resistance of epoxy adhesives.
- Quality control: it requires manufacturers to have quality control programs to ensure consistent product quality and adherence to the acceptance criteria.
By adhering to AC441, manufacturers and installers can ensure that epoxy adhesives used for bonding ceramic tile and thin stone veneers meet the necessary performance and safety requirements for their intended applications.
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Keywords
acceptance criteria; epoxy adhesive; thin stone veneer; ceramic tile; bond strength; shear strength; freeze-thaw resistance; non-load-bearing; durability; environmental factors; moisture resistance; temperature resistance; chemical resistance