More than 17,000 orders for smacna technical manuals are. If you are in need of an updated manual, feel free to contact our office using the form below to check on availability. Smacna seismic restraint manual mark terzigni project manager smacna. Smacna seismic restraint manual 3rd bni building news. Ansi approves smacna standard this website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. The restraints illustrated in this document are those needed to provide the extra support for seismic loads. More than 17,000 orders for smacna technical manuals are processed and shipped each year from smacna national headquarters. Round industrial duct construction standards manual, 2nd ed. Guidelines for mechanical systems, 3rd edition 2008, ansismacna 0012008, is an updated set of guidelines that shows. Smacna seismic restraint manual international code. Architectural sheet metal inspection guide, 1st edition 2004. The association offers contractors professional assistance in labor relations, legislative assistance, research and technical standards development, safety, marketing, business management and industry issues. Nfpa standard for the installation of sprinkler systems 2007 edition. This manual does not address the ordinary support for electrical equipment that is required for gravity loads.
The january 2016 edition of the mason industries seismic manual includes our. Guidelines for mechanical systems, 3rd edition 2008, ansi smacna 0012008, is an updated set of guidelines that shows designers and contractors how to determine the correct restraints for sheet metal ducts, piping and conduit, so that they are more likely to remain attached to the. Seismic restraint manual guidelines for mechanical. Seismic restraint systems guidelines oshpd preapproved opa0300 these guidelines are also adaptable to be used with building codes in regions throughout the u. To remedy this, smacna formed the seismic restraint task force to study the feasibility of developing national standards. This american national standard is an updated set of flexible guidelines. Guidelines for mechanical systems shows how very low and very highrisk areas of the country can be accommodated. Chapter 2 explains the steps in using the drawings and tables and includes two worked examples.
Sheet metal and air conditioning contractors national association, inc. Prior to the first publication of smacna s seismic restraint manual. Subject to compliance, smacna s hvac duct construction standards metal and flexible and smacna s seismic restraint manual. Guidelines for mechanical systems includes a more extensive list of bracing options and has been revised to comply with building. Seismic bracing for hvac equipment about the author by patrick j. Iaq guidelines for occupied buildings under construction, 2nd. Isat seismic bracing is a global provider of engineering services, consulting services and restraint system components for nonstructural seismic bracing. The new edition of the smacna seismic restraint manual 2008. Smacna technical manuals and standards smacna colorado. In april 1990, the task force recommended that smacna develop and publish this manual of seismic restraint guidelines. Seismic restraint systems guidelines cooper industries.
Ansi has approved smacna s seismic restraint manual. Smacna ashrae seismic restraint applications cdrom. Guidelines for mechanical systemsoshpd has been developed to meet the requirements of the california office of statewide health planning and development oshpd for hospital and healthcare. The third edition of the seismic restraint manual was written to be compliant with ibc 2006 and asce 705.
Smacna, seismic restraint manual guidelines for mechanical systems 3rd edition. Guidelines for mechanical systems as an american national standard. The question is not if an earthquake will occur, but when and at what magnitude. Smacna seismic restraint manual bob wasilewski project manager, technical resources smacna ansi smacna. Smacna seismic restraint manual 1 smacna seismic restraint manual. Smacna seismic restraint manual mark terzigni project manager smacna technical resources history 1976 guidelines for seismic restraint of mechanical systems construction book express smacna seismic restraint manual. The information in this manual is subject to read jones christoffersen ltd. Smacna standards and manuals address all facets of the sheet metal and.
The smacna seismic restraint manual has tables for four values of cs these tables are identified as seismic hazard level shl smacna shl values shl a cs 1. As well, this manual does not include the specific requirements for isolated equipment i. This special edition of the smacna seismic restraint manual oshpd edition has been developed to meet the specific requirements of the california office of statewide health planning and development oshpd for hospital and health care facilities construction. Smacna 001 smacna 001cd show complete document history. Smacnasheet metal and air conditioning contractors national. Guidelines for mechanical systems, in 1991, seismic bracing was based on californias severe seismic conditions resulting in many overdesigned and unnecessarily expensive restraining systems the smacna manual provided guidelines for bracing ductwork and piping in areas where seismic. And, even though it is not specifically identified as a reference document for 20062009 ibc, ascesei 705, it is still widely accepted in most.
Chapter 3 outlines the general requirements for restraints. Adjustment of air distribution systems manual of 1967 vintage. Guidelines for mechanical systems, 3rd edition 2008, ansi smacna 0012008, is an updated set of guidelines that shows designers and contractors how to determine the correct restraints for sheet metal ducts, piping and conduit, so that they are more likely to remain attached to the building during an earthquake. Smacna seismic restraint manual hvac duct construction standards metal and flexible sheet metal and air conditioning.
The smacna seismic restraint manual guidelines for mechanical systems 3rd edition has been an industry standard for many years. Smacna s mission is to provide products, services, and representation to enhance members businesses, markets, and profitability. Cbc 2007 allows screw connections to be in the ductile category if the piping is. Guidelines for mechanical systems, 3rd edition seismic restraint manual. The seismic hazard tables with this special edition are limited to the. Smacna technical manuals pmsmca plumbing mechanical. Shl f pw pwhich c s shl is the ratio of the seismic force to the items weight. Section 05 41 seismic restraint requirements for non. Iaq guidelines for occupied buildings under construction. Also, delete any other item or paragraph not applicable in the section and renumber the paragraphs. Smacna technical manuals pmsmca plumbing mechanical sheet. Ashrae smacna seismic restraint applications ashrae smacna seismic restraint on seismic restraint applications published by ashrae and smacna to a practical guide to seismic restraint. Architectural sheet metal manual, 7th edition, 2012. Ppt smacna seismic restraint manual powerpoint 1982 guidelines for seismic restraints of mechanical systems and plumbing project.
A special edition of the sheet metal and air conditioning contractors national association smacna manual seismic restraint manual. Seismic restraint manual guidelines for mechanical systems. Smacna technical manuals and standards book price list. Smacna standard ansismacna 001 seismic restraint manual. Session highlights the smacna seismic restraint manual guidelines for mechanical systems 3rd edition ansi means and methods for seismically bracing ducts and pipes to meet the requirements of the regionally appropriate seismic hazard levels so that ductspipes are more likely to maintain their integrity and remain attached to the buildings structure during a seismic event.
Thermoset frp duct construction manual, 1st edition 1997. Smacna architectural sheet metal manual, 7th edition figure k1 the greatest usable heat is at the largest part of the tinned area 2012 smacna. Thermoplastic duct pvc construction manual, 2nd edition 1995. Seismic restraint manual guidelines for mechanical systems 2nd. The seismic hazard tables with this special edition are limited to the shl a g 0. Session highlights the smacna seismic restraint manual guidelines for mechanical systems 3rd edition ansi means and methods for seismically bracing ducts and pipes to meet the requirements of the regionally appropriate seismic hazard levels so that ductspipes are more likely to maintain their integrity and remain attached to the building. Guidelines for mechanical systemsuse smacna 001 smacna 1650 3rd edition current see the following. Seismic restraint manual guidelines for mechanical smacna. Pdf ashrae practical guide to seismic restraint read.
Specializing in the healthcare, industrial and commercial construction markets, our entire focus is specific to providing code compliant solutions that are both cost effective and construction. Guidelines for mechanical systems, in 1991, seismic bracing was based on californias severe seismic conditions resulting in many over. Quarterly edition january, 2007 volume 24 techspec. Smacna seismic res manu seismic restraint manual guidelines. Member ashrae ost areas of the world will be subjected to a future seismic input. Smacna manual hvac systems duct design the 4th edition of hvac systems duct design is a fundamental duct system design manual for commercial and light industrial heating, ventilating and air conditioning. Smacna manual addresses hospital construction hpac. This special edition has been developed to meet the specific requirements of the california office of statewide health planning and development oshpd for hospital and health care facilities construction. Smacna seismic restraint manual international code council. Nonstructural components may include hospital piping, electrical conduit, cable trays, and air handling ducts. Guidelines for mechanical systems, 3rd edition, 2008 expand all toc search. Smacna seismic restraint manual guidelines for mechanical systems and ashrae handbook, hvac applications, chapter 50, except that the design of restraints shall be based on a force equal to 100 percent of the weight of the ductwork acting in either direction. Ductwork conforming to smacna standards, including but not limited to duct.
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