ICC-ES AC547
Full Name
ICC-ES AC547 – Acceptance Criteria for Fasteners for Wall Cladding Panels
Scope
ICC-ES AC547 establishes the criteria for evaluating the structural suitability of fasteners specifically designed to attach wall cladding panels to substrates. These wall cladding panels consist of granite, porcelain, ceramic, or terra cotta, which are in turn supported by a substrate.
The scope of AC547 includes the following:
- Types of fasteners: it covers a wide variety of fasteners, including screws, anchors, clips, and rails, made from various materials such as stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum.
- Performance requirements: it outlines the performance requirements for the fasteners, including their withdrawal strength, shear strength, and resistance to combined loads.
- Test methods: it specifies the standardized test methods for evaluating the fastener performance under various loading conditions, such as tensile, shear, and combined loading.
- Evaluation criteria: it provides guidelines for interpreting test results and determining whether the fasteners meet the acceptance criteria for safe and reliable use in wall cladding applications.
The primary objective of AC547 is to ensure that the fasteners used for attaching wall cladding panels are structurally sound and capable of withstanding the loads and forces they will be subjected to in service. This helps ensure the safety and longevity of the wall cladding system.
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Keywords
fasteners; wall cladding panels; acceptance criteria; evaluation; performance; withdrawal strength; shear strength; combined loads; tensile; stainless steel; carbon steel; aluminum; screws; anchors; clips; rails