Product Technical Guides : CA-EN Cast-In Anchor Channel Fastening Technical Guide | Page 16

1. Anchor Channel Systems 2. HAC Portfolio 3. HAC Applications 5. Base material 6. Loading 7. Anchor Channel Design Code 8. Reinforcing Bar Anchorage 9. Special Anchor Channel Design COMPLY 10. Design Software 11. Best Practices 12. Instructions for Use 13. Field Fixes 14. Design Example SAVE TIME AND MONEY 1 2 tear out band closed-cell foam Hilti Anchor Channel (HAC) HAC The tear out band simplifies the foam removal. Hilti Channel Bolts (T-bolts) Project planning allows for feasible anchoring designs, proper layout, proper fulfillment and execution, and successful installation. Proactivity goes a long way! By planning ahead, onsite complexities can be minimized thus allowing to take control of the project while it will leave more time to work on the unexpected. Traditionally, anchor channel systems have been designed using manufacturer’s data and allowable stress design. Anchor channel systems are now easier to show compliance with the International Building Code (IBC) for design with strength design provisions. Providing model Code Compliant designs ensures the use of the product will be accepted by local authorities, jurisdictions, engineer of records, inspectors, etc. 4 Anchor channels are installed before the concrete is poured. Proper planning between different trades is required for a successful project. 3 The closed-cell foam allows for an easy tear out strip, allowing the entire foam length to be continuously removed. All Hilti anchor channels come with end caps, tear-out strip, and low density polyethylene (closed-cell) foam to prevent concrete from entering the channel cavity. Adjustability without drilling or welding T-bolt T-bolts can be installed along the channel length (except outers 1"), thus allowing for the so desired installation tolerance. Fixture is positioned in the proper position and the hexagonal nut is tightened to the right setting torque. ‘NO DRILLING’ ADVANTAGES No certified welder needed Faster installation Faster installation No damage of slab’s reinforcement or concrete by multiple drilling attempts No toxic fumes (HDG) Anchors with reinforcing bars allowed for superior performance No electricity needed on site No scanning needed No welding sparks No dust control requirements ‘NO WELDING’ ADVANTAGES The International Code Council Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) has developed the Acceptance Criteria for Anchor Channels in Concrete Elements (AC232) to show compliance of the anchor channel systems, and to assist in designing these systems using the provisions given in AC232 and in the anchoring-to- concrete provisions provided in the American Concrete Institute (ACI) publication Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318). Simpler inspections Anchor channel in the slab prior to casting of the concrete. 16 PLAN AHEAD 4. Design Introduction Cast-In Anchor Channel Product Guide, Edition 1 • 02/2019 17