Adoption Info of Alabama Concrete Thin Shells Code 2014
Official title 2014 Alabama Concrete Thin Shells Code
Effective dates January 1, 2014 – December 31, 2018
Adopts with amendments ACI 318.2-11, Building Code Requirements for Concrete Thin Shells and Commentary
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Alabama Structural Concrete Code 2014
Overview The ACI 318.2 standard provides requirements for the design and construction of concrete thin shells, including folded plate, cylindrical, and hyperbolic paraboloid structures. It includes guidelines for materials, structural analysis, reinforcement, and construction practices to ensure the safety and performance of thin shell concrete structures.
The 2014 Alabama Concrete Thin Shells Code adopts the ACI 318.2-11 standard with specific amendments tailored to Alabama’s unique conditions. These modifications ensure that concrete thin shell structures in Alabama meet high standards of safety, performance, and reliability, addressing local environmental and regulatory requirements.
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