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ICC-ES RECOGNIZES ARMSTRONG SEISMIC RX SUSPENSION SYSTEM AS A CODE COMPLIANT SOLUTION (ESR-1308)Evaluation and confirmation by ICC-ES provides evidence supporting the Armstrong Seismic Rx Suspension System as a code-compliant
alternative to IBC requirements. ARMSTRONG FULL-SCALE TESTING PROVIDED KEY EVIDENCE SUBMITTED TO ICC-ES IBCCode allows alternative designs if tests are conducted and evidence of compliance is submitted. The following evidence was
submitted by Armstrong:
- Dynamic Testing – Seismic Qualification by Shake Table Testing
- Static Testing – Vertical, Compression and Tension Loads
ESR-1308 LISTS SPECIFIC ARMSTRONG COMPONENTS AND METHOD OF INSTALLATIONThe performance of the Armstrong Seismic Rx Suspension System is based on the specific combination of components and method
of installation. Other manufacturer’s components and installation methods were not tested and are not covered in this evaluation. Substitution of other components puts the system at risk and is not allowed by this ESR report. Click here for more information on ESR-1308.
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