Ohio Rolled Structural Steel Bars, Plates, Shapes and Sheet Piling Code, 2017 Adoption Info
Effective Dates January 1, 2017 – Present
Adopts with Amendments ASTM A6/A6M-14 Standard Specification for General Requirements for Rolled Structural Steel Bars, Plates, Shapes, and Sheet Piling
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Overview ASTM A6/A6M is a standard developed by ASTM International that provides general requirements for the production of rolled structural steel bars, plates, shapes, and sheet piling. This standard specifies the chemical composition, mechanical properties, dimensions, and other requirements to ensure the suitability of these steel products for structural applications.
The 2017 Ohio Rolled Structural Steel Bars, Plates, Shapes, and Sheet Piling Code is based on ASTM A6/A6M-14 with Ohio-specific amendments. This code sets the minimum standards for the manufacturing, quality control, and use of rolled structural steel bars, plates, shapes, and sheet piling within the state of Ohio. The Ohio-specific amendments include additional provisions tailored to the unique structural and environmental conditions in Ohio, ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of these steel products in construction and other applications.
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