ICC-ES AC86
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ICC-ES AC86 – Acceptance Criteria for Cold-formed Steel Framing Members – Interior Nonload-bearing Wall AssembliesScope
ICC-ES AC86 outlines the acceptance criteria for cold-formed steel framing members used in interior nonload-bearing wall assemblies. This document’s scope includes:- Materials: it specifies the acceptable materials and properties for cold-formed steel studs, tracks, and other components used in nonload-bearing wall assemblies. This includes requirements for steel grades, yield strength, and coatings.
- Design: it outlines the design requirements for these wall assemblies, including allowable stud spacing, connection details, and deflection limits, ensuring the stability and integrity of the nonload-bearing walls.
- Testing: it details the specific tests required to evaluate the performance of cold-formed steel framing members and wall assemblies, such as axial load tests, transverse load tests, and connection tests.
- Evaluation: it provides a framework for evaluating cold-formed steel framing members and wall assemblies to ensure compliance with the acceptance criteria, including a review of their design, material properties, and test results.