Aisc seismic design manual civil engineering community. American society of civil engineers, handbook for the seismic evaluation of buildings a prestandard, fema 310, federal emergency management agency, january 1998. Performancebased seismic design for tall buildings performancebased seismic design pbsd is a structural design methodology that has become more common in urban centers around the world, particularly for the design of highrise buildings. The ceilings and interior systems construction association is dedicated to supporting the acoustical ceiling and interior finishing industry. Because the regulation of building construction is a provincial responsibility in canada, it is up to each province and territory to either adopt the nbcc in. Click to share on twitter opens in new window click to share on facebook opens in new window.
Industry standard construction ibc 2012 seismic design category c ibc 2012 seismic design categories d, e and f code sections asce 710. Cover photo steel special moment frame under construction. Requirements are based on the 20 cbc, asce 710, and 20 cisca seismic construction handbook. Cisca 02 recommendations for directhung acoustical tile and layin panel ceilings, seismic zones 02, ceilings and interior systems construction association, 1991. Sdc meaning a very small seismic vulnerability b low to moderate seismic vulnerability. The document is now known as asce 3102 and supercedes fema 310. Modular ceiling suspension system shall consist of 12 0 main tees andor 2 0 nominal cross tees manufactured of extruded aluminum components by gordon, inc. Standard practice for installation of ceiling suspension. Cisca ceiling systems handbook pdf acoustical interior construction magazine by association seismic construction handbook ceiling systems handbook cisca publications org cisca publications org cisca publications org. The handbook requires intermediate or heavyduty suspension systems in sdc c. Seismic technical guide exemptions english sc2510 usg. Fema 310 handbook for the seismic evaluation of buildings. The seismic design manual includes hundreds of pages of comprehensive design examples, including connections, updated for the 2010 aisc seismic provisions. Improving seismic design and construction practices 1 1 t he m issing p iece.
Its intention is to provide engineers, architects, is the inclusion of a companion cdrom. These publications have been developed by the building science branch of femas federal insurance and mitigation administration fima and may be helpful if building in an area prone to seismic activity. Seismic evaluation of existing buildings standards. The project requirements which include the seismic design category can be found in section 1 of the specification and on the first page of the structural drawings. Ashrae handbook, seismic restraint design, american society of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning, 1999.
American society of civil engineers, prestandard and commentary for the seismic rehabilitation. Seismic restraint manual guidelines for mechanical systems. Va handbook 188 november 1, 2019 seismic design requirements revised may 1, 2020. Only heavyduty suspension systems are recommended for the more stringent sdcs d. Calculations are to be signed and sealed by a professional engineer licensed in the state where the project is located and performed using a current seismic. Ibc 2012 seismic design category c ibc 2012 seismic design categories d, e and f mechanical. Note chart references cisca seismic handbook 2014 4. The seismic publication is available in pdf currently, but will be. Seismic design specification for buildings, structures, equipment, and systems. The provisions and standards printed in part 9 of the 3rd edition seismic design manual are available for free download in pdf format. This handbook contains uptodate existing structures, computer applications, and infonnation on planning, analysis, and design seismic design of wood structures. Notice american society of civil engineers asce has completed its effort to turn fema 310 into a national consensusbased standard. A new and very useful feature of this edition of earthquakeresistant building structures. International building code allows two paths to determine seismic design category ibc.
These exemptions are based on various criteria such as the. The intensity of ground shaking and other earthquake effects the structure. The pacific coast is the most earthquakeprone region of canada, and one of the most active in north america. The 2006 jbc structural seismic design manual illustrates how the provisions of the code are used. Seismic solutions, earthquake resistant structures. The manufacturer recommends following these guidelines as a minimum standard, regardless of building code requirements. Anticipated ground motion soil type in a specified geographic area occupancy category. Seismic ceiling suspension guide heather west public. Codebased procedures for seismic safety assessment and retrofit.
International building code ibc allows two paths to determine seismic design category ibc section 16 or asce 7 section 11. Seismic design specification for buildings, structures. Seismic considerations for interior ceilings rockfon. Guidelines for mechanical systems, 3rd edition 2008, ansismacna 0012008, is an updated set of guidelines that shows designers and contractors how to determine the correct restraints for sheet metal ducts, piping and conduit, so that they are more likely to remain attached to the building during an earthquake. This document is intended to help the reader under stand the seismic. The 2000 ibc structuralseismic design manual was developed to fill a void that exists between the commentary of seaocs blue book, which explained the basis for the code provisions, and everyday structural engineering design practice. International building code ibc allows two paths to determine seismic design. Seismic codes for ceilings armstrong ceiling solutions. Seismic technical guide certainteed acoustical suspension systems. Therefore, the document on this page is for information purposes only. Suspended ceilings suspension systems for acoustical. This publication is free to members in a pdf format.
To protect people and property during seismic events, the national building code of canada sets detailed mitigation requirements. This site is like a library, you could find million book here by using search box in the header. Seismic design of buildings analysisanddesignofearthquakeresistantbuildings robertotomasi 11. Include the current icc es report for specified suspended ceiling system. It explains those requirements and demonstrates generally accepted construction methods that comply with these requirements. Download pdf the principles of seismic retrofit refer to the goals, objectives and steps. According to the seismic design handbook farzad 1989, the seismic behavior and inplane deformation of story systems are mostly influenced by the relative rigidity of the diaphragms compared to. Seismic conceptual design of buildings basic principles. Cisca prepares new recommendations for seismic restraint. Must prevent border panels from falling from the ceiling plane. Steel structures, thought to be ductile for earthquake resistance. The new publication is the seismic construction handbook which was developed to assist members with new seismic requirements. Ceilings interior systems construction association cisca. It not only covers these situations, but gives detailed advice, tips, and illustrations to help both contractors and inspectors ensure that ceilings installed in.
The handbook shows substantial differences for ceilings in sdc c and sdcs d, e and f, given the significant differences of. Cisca seismic zones 34 seismic splay wires shall be attached to the grid and to the. An article describing ciscas new recommendations for zones o2 appears in the november issue of interior construction magazine. Seismic design of steel building structures has undergone significant changes since the northridge, california earthquake in 1994. The cisca seismic construction handbook is intended to cover other commonly encountered installations. According to the international building code, a seismic design category must be established for each. The cisca seismic construction handbook is intended to cover other commonly encountered. Strengthening and retrofitting of existing structures 10. I mproving s eismic d esign a nd c onstruction p ractices when the national earthquake hazards reduction program nehrp was established in 1976. The ibc states that a seismic design category must be established for each construction project based on. Seismic compliance refers to the use of approved systems and designs that meet the seismic design requirements of a building project to provide life safety to occupants and maintain building function during and after an earthquake.
Different seismic force resisting systems are covered in the balance of the sections, along with diaphragms, chord and collectors as well as an introduction to engineered damping systems. Seismic design category, size of the ceiling system and type of ceiling or ceiling membrane. Refers to cisca installation recommendations for zones 02. Cisca guidelines for seismic restraint for direct hung.
It not only covers these situations, but gives detailed advice, tips, and illustrations to help both contractors and inspectors ensure that ceilings installed in seismic areas are installed correctly and economically. Submit seismic calculations which demonstrate that the proposed access floor system meets requirements of seismic loading in accordance with h188, va seismic design handbook. Seismic construction handbook sound concepts pdf book. All books are in clear copy here, and all files are secure so dont worry about it. Read online seismic construction handbook sound concepts book pdf free download link book now. The seismic design category must be specified by a professional engineer or registered architect on the project drawings per asce 7. Assessment of existing structures using response history analysis. One of the issues identified by the cisca seismic committee is the need for industry education on current ubc standards for. Nonstructural components represent a high percentage of a projects capital investment.
Cisca seismic zones 34 seismic splay wires are to be four 12 gage wires attached to the main beam. Asce 7 design manual, section states that the design of architectural components, and their supports, is required. Provide acoustical ceilings designed and installed to withstand the effects of earthquake motions in conformance with ascesei 7, minimum design loads for buildings and other structures. Handbook on seismic retrofit of buildings pdf methodology to evaluate the seismic safety of a large inventory of buildings as the fema 310 report, handbook for the seismic evaluation of buildings. The international building code allows certain exemptions for suspended ceiling. Fema 310, handbook for the seismic evaluation of buildingsa prestandard. Education, networking, publications, studies, awards, and discounts are available to cisca members. Technical seismic technical guide document exemptions the international building code allows certain exemptions for suspended ceiling systems installed in a seismic application.
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