Epoxy Anchorage for Continued Tension Loads
Epoxy Anchorage for Continued Tension Loads
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What is the general consensus for using epoxy to anchor threaded rod that holds folding doors into concrete above? For some reason I thought I remembered something that prevented this in the code, but I can't seem to dig it up in my laundry list of "remember to's". Load is about 600lb per bolt.






RE: Epoxy Anchorage for Continued Tension Loads
I like to debate structural engineering theory -- a lot. If I challenge you on something, know that I'm doing so because I respect your opinion enough to either change it or adopt it.
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RE: Epoxy Anchorage for Continued Tension Loads
RE: Epoxy Anchorage for Continued Tension Loads
As others have said, check with the mfr.
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RE: Epoxy Anchorage for Continued Tension Loads
(also FYI, i just googled and landed on that image. i'm guessing the person who posted the picture didn't vote for Mitt...)
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@ darthsoilguy2...not sure I like politicians getting into engineering :)
RE: Epoxy Anchorage for Continued Tension Loads
RE: Epoxy Anchorage for Continued Tension Loads
1) There has been much more product testing/product refinement to help minimize this problem.
2) There has been much more refinement to adhesive installation requirements and procedures.
I don't see a particular problem with this, although there are more reliable choices. If you do decide to use adhesive anchors, consider requiring that the installers are certified per the ACI adhesive anchor installer certification program. During this program the installers have to prove they can install effectively in overhead applications. Also consider requiring something like Simpson's Adhesive Piston Plug Delivery System which ensures the hole is properly filled with adhesive.
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Thaidavid