Why does the IRC differ from ACI requirements
Why does the IRC differ from ACI requirements
(OP)
I've alwayed wondered why the IRC (table R404.1.1 (5))doesn't follow the minimum reinforcing requirements as set by the ACI. Can somebody elaberate?






RE: Why does the IRC differ from ACI requirements
RE: Why does the IRC differ from ACI requirements
RE: Why does the IRC differ from ACI requirements
A code can adopt just a portion of a standard, but that usually requires a great deal of research or a local condition is over-riding.
The same applies to ASTM standards, but on a different scale. It could be possible for a code to adopt an ASTM standard with some noted exceptions, but not too many codes would get into the situation and liability of modifying an existing material or testing standard. A code can adopt a specific version of ASTM standards since they are modified annually in most cases.
RE: Why does the IRC differ from ACI requirements
Don Phillips
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