Adoption InfoÂ
Official title 2016 Alabama Prequalified Moment Frame Connection Code with Supplement 1-2018
Effective dates January 1, 2016 – Present
Adopts with amendments AISC 358-10, Prequalified Connections for Special and Intermediate Steel Moment Frames for Seismic Applications, including Supplement 1-2018
Overview The AISC 358 standard provides requirements for prequalified connections for use in special and intermediate steel moment frames designed to resist seismic forces. It includes guidelines for the design, detailing, fabrication, and quality assurance of moment frame connections to ensure their performance during seismic events. Supplement 1-2018 updates and expands upon the original provisions to include additional connection types and design considerations.
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Alabama Seismic Steel Construction Code 2010
The 2016 Alabama Prequalified Moment Frame Connection Code with Supplement 1-2018 adopts the AISC 358-10 standard with the 2018 supplement, along with specific amendments tailored to Alabama’s unique conditions. These modifications ensure that prequalified moment frame connections in Alabama meet high standards of safety, performance, and reliability, addressing local environmental and regulatory requirements.
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