Modular Support Systems Technical Guide, Edition 2
1.0 Introduction
1.1 Published Load Values
Technical data herein is current as of the date of publication. The load values presented are based on testing, finite element analysis, or analytical calculations as per AISI S100-16( for USA) and as per CSA S136-16( for Canada) by Hilti or by contracted testing laboratories using testing procedures and construction materials representative of current practice in North America, unless otherwise noted. Data may also be based on national standards or professional research and analysis.
The tables and diagrams in this technical guide are intended purely as an aid to the user and no guarantee can be given regarding their correctness or accuracy when used for design calculations for a specific application. Should you, despite the care we have taken, discover an error in the information given in this Technical Guide, please notify us accordingly. In any event the specific application must always be checked for feasibility by the Design Professional.
For information regarding updates and changes, please contact Hilti, Inc.( US) Technical Support at 1- 877-749-6337 or Hilti( Canada) Corporation at 1-800- 363-4458.
1.2 Approval / Listings
Many Hilti Modular Support System products have listings or approvals such as International Code Council Evaluation Services Reports( ICC-ES ESR’ s). Listings and approvals are provided by independent third parties who evaluate products based on model building codes or various jurisdictional requirements. Product listings and approvals indicate that a product has been tested and evaluated based on a specific acceptance or test criteria.
Not all technical data contained in this document is based on a published approval or listing. Hilti may publish additional data beyond that contained in a report, e. g. for applications outside the scope of an available test criteria.
Approvals and listings have been indicated in the Modular Support Systems Technical Guide for reference. Acceptance of the product listings or approvals is subject to the authority having jurisdiction over the project.
It is important for the Design Professional to determine if the application or conditions expected for the project are included in the scope of the approval or listing.
1.3 Instructions For Use
Tabulated technical data for all profiles and connectors in this Technical Guide is based on following the Instructions For Use( IFU), packaged with each product, for special installation parameters and additional hardware required.
1.4 Units
Technical data is provided in both Imperial and Metric units. Metric values provided herein use the International System of units( SI) in observance of the Metric Conversion Act of 1975 as amended by the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988. MT connector and base dimensions are converted from SI units, shown in parentheses, to Imperial Units.
1.5 Our Purpose
We make construction better!
Customer Promise We strive to be your best partner for productivity, safety, and sustainability.
Productivity In how our customers perform their work and run their business.
Safety For our customers and for the end user of the building.
Sustainability At Hilti and for our customers.
1.6 Our Quality System
Hilti is one of a select group of North American companies to receive the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Certifications. This recognition of our commitment to quality assures our customers that Hilti has the systems and procedures in place to maintain our position as the world market leader and to continually evaluate and improve our performance.
For Technical Support, contact:
Hilti, Inc.( US) 1-877-749-6337
Hilti( Canada) Corporation 1-800-363-4458
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