The new code provisions in the 2006 International Building Code (IBC) require designers to factor in whether conditions exist that may cause concrete to crack. The provisions also require new anchorage solutions. Simpson Strong-Tie Anchor Systems® has been focused on developing products that meet the new standards. Designers now have several approved cracked concrete solutions to choose from, including the most recent addition of the SET-XP™ Epoxy-Tie® adhesive. This anchoring adhesive is now recognized for use in cracked and uncracked concrete (see ICC-ES evaluation report: ESR-2508).

Since most states across the country have now adopted the 2006 IBC, engineers and designers are increasingly being required to specify anchors designed and tested to meet the new requirements. In addition to SET-XP epoxy, the Titen HD® screw anchor (ICC-ES ESR-2713) and Strong-Bolt™ wedge anchor (ICC-ES ESR-1771) are code listed for cracked concrete. For more information and to view the latest code reports, visit our special Cracked-Concrete Solutions area on www.simpsonanchors.com.

Simpson Strong-Tie Anchor Systems offers both adhesive and mechanical anchors that meet the 2006 IBC requirements and are ICC-ES code listed for use in cracked-concrete environments.

Simpson Strong-Tie Anchor Systems® Cracked-Concrete Product Solutions

SET-XP™ Anchoring Adhesive CODE LISTED ICC-ES ESR-2508

Titen HD® Anchor CODE LISTED ICC-ES ESR-2713

Strong-Bolt™ Anchor CODE LISTED ICC-ES ESR-1771

IXP™ Anchor ICC-ES PENDING*

Torq-Cut™ Anchor ICC-ES PENDING*

* ICC-ES PENDING: Product testing has been completed by an ICC-ES accredited test laboratory, and the data has been submitted to, and is currently under review by ICC-ES.