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Aluminum

Aluminum

This chapter governs the quality, design, fabrication, and erection of aluminum used in buildings and structures.

2001 — General

2001.1 Scope. This chapter shall govern the quality, design, fabrication and erection of aluminum.

2002 — Materials

2002.1 General. Aluminum used for structural purposes in buildings and structures shall comply with AA ASM 35 and AA ADM 1. The nominalloads shall be the minimum design loads required by Chapter 16.

Frequently asked questions

What standards must structural aluminum comply with?

Structural aluminum in buildings and structures must comply with AA ASM 35 and AA ADM 1.

Where are the minimum design loads for aluminum structures specified?

The minimum design loads for aluminum structures are those required by Chapter 16 of the IBC.

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