ICC-ES AC447
Full Name
ICC-ES AC447 – Acceptance Criteria for Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Modular Wall Systems
Scope
ICC-ES AC447 defines the acceptance criteria for fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) modular wall systems used as non-load-bearing, load-bearing, and shear walls in various building types. This includes both interior and exterior applications.
The scope of AC447 covers:
- Materials: it specifies requirements for FRP materials, connectors, and other components used in the wall system.
- Design and construction: it outlines design principles and construction requirements for FRP modular wall systems, including details on connections, panel layout, and structural integrity.
- Performance requirements: it establishes minimum performance criteria for the wall systems, including structural strength, resistance to wind and seismic loads, fire resistance, and durability.
- Testing procedures: it details the testing methods used to verify the performance of FRP modular wall systems, such as racking tests, shear tests, and fire tests.
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Keywords
acceptance criteria; fiber reinforced plastic; FRP; modular wall systems; non-load-bearing walls; load-bearing walls; shear walls; structural strength; wind load; seismic load; fire resistance; racking test; shear test; fire test