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APA Wall Bracing Calculator Quick Start Guide
APA’s Wall Bracing Calculator is a free tool intended to simplify the design of residential structures that comply with 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018 or 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) wall bracing requirements. The calculator generates a printed report showing IRC wall bracing requirements have been met, simplifying the approval process for builders and code officials. This handy Quick Start Guide has been updated and provides basic instructions for using the APA Wall Bracing Calculator.
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GLULAM ADHESIVE STANDARD
ANSI 405-2023: Standard for Adhesives for Use in Structural Glued Laminated Timber
This Standard provides minimum requirements to evaluate adhesives for use in structural glued laminated timber.
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REVISED TECHNICAL TOPIC
Stapled Sheet Metal Blocking for APA Panel Diaphragms
Offers discussion and recommendations derived from APA’s test program for substituting sheet metal strips for lumber blocking at panel joints.
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NEW TECHNICAL TOPIC
Multiple Small-Diameter Holes for Electrical Cables
This publication provides recommendations for cutting holes in I-joists, laminated veneer lumber and glulam for electrical cables in compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and International Residential Code (IRC).
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