ICC-ES AC492

Full Name

ICC-ES AC492 – Acceptance Criteria for Cast-in-place Proprietary Shear Dowels in Structural Concrete Slab Connections

Scope

ICC-ES AC492 outlines the acceptance criteria for evaluating the structural properties of proprietary cast-in-place shear dowels used in structural concrete slab connections. These dowels are designed to transfer shear forces between concrete slabs and supporting beams or walls. The scope of AC492 includes:
  • Material properties: it specifies the requirements for the materials used in the shear dowel system, including the dowel material, any coatings or finishes, and the concrete used in the connection.
  • Design: it outlines the design criteria for shear dowel connections, considering factors such as dowel size, spacing, embedment depth, and concrete strength.
  • Testing: it details the specific tests required to evaluate the performance of shear dowel connections under various loading conditions, including shear, tension, and fatigue tests.
  • Evaluation: it provides a framework for evaluating proprietary shear dowel systems to ensure they comply with the acceptance criteria and can be safely used in structural concrete slab connections.
By adhering to ICC-ES AC492, manufacturers can demonstrate that their shear dowel systems meet the necessary performance and safety standards. It also assists engineers and builders in selecting and designing appropriate shear dowel connections for their projects.

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Keywords

shear dowel; concrete slab connection; acceptance criteria; cast-in-place; proprietary; structural; evaluation; material properties; design; testing; shear; tension; fatigue
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