Bookowski,
Each State maintains this modular codes differently. What State would you be looking at?
You mention CA which runs the modular programs under Title 25 Chapter 3. There are some exemptions based on size of the final footprint of the build. The program is administered by HCD, which...
Bookowski,
A couple of other quick things I can say to watch for is, most States have a Modular Building Code that is separate from the local jurisdiction. Do to the enabling laws of the Modular Program, modular program's adopted codes control the codes used for the modular construction...
Bookowski,
The simple answer is for prefab/modular construction, yes it can be done. As STpipe and HTURKAK, mention the key role is proving the Steels to ASTM. Depending on where you are going, some US State modular programs straight up require testing to prove ASTM compliance; others are good...
SIPengineer, having been in the Factory Assembled Housing/modular/off-site construction (ICC likes off-site construction) industry for 10+ years, I keep reading some things that raise flags for me, so just going to toss out a couple of points as food for thought. I have been on the...
phamENG,
You mentioned the building is factory built. Is it subject to the VA industrialized building regulations? Depending on where the trusses are installed they could be covered under the compliance agencies review, represented by the third party label and VA state label, and not the...
NOLAscience,
the State Fire Marshal office will be your best place to go, I do not have information on how they are treating shipping containers yet in LA.
SFM Rules regulations: http://sfm.dps.louisiana.gov/ib_info.htm
LA State Uniform Construction Code Council...
My first suggestion is get with the AHJ/SFM see what they want. Gulf Coast, narrows down the States involved, and some of them do not play well with unregistered buildings. Each State will have a list of approved TPIA's. They also have different rules when dealing with unregistered buildings. If...
NOLA on your item #1
On the modular buildings, definitely need to get the SFM and AHJ involved. Gulf Coast and off shore use narrows down the potential State Modular Programs. In the past some State Modular Programs have told an owner with unapproved modular buildings to reach out to an...
For this the quality control process has to determine that the piping is installed properly (meets approved plans) and that it holds pressure with no leaks at the time of final assembly at the manufacturing facility. The test here will have no bearing on final acceptance and operational testing...
Test pressure, I am not aware of right at this moment. Fielding a question from one of the inspectors I work with. The concern was if there were guidelines for test gauges similar to plumbing codes, where test gauges must have incremental marks of 2 psi or less on gauges over 100 psi. The...
I have been passed a question if there are any requirements on test gauges for sprinkler pipe testing. A building manufacturer wants to test the sprinkler piping installed in their facility before it leaves, to make sure the piping does not leak and holds required pressure before it reaches the...
Check the Reference Standards in Chapter 35 for any Amended edition of the IBC you might be using. That will tell you what is to be expected by the Local Building Official. While it is called the "International" codes, it is generally North American and US centric on the Reference Standards. The...
Structengr23,
TDLR and IHB, has some very generous rules on what is an IHB. A large number of the Electrical Equipment Shelter Manufacturers and Electrical Equipment Integrators in Texas have recently been finding out they are required to sign up with TDLR and IHB. With the information you...
Eduardo,
I would start with 110.26 and its subsections in the NFPA and look at the dedicated space provisions. That is the section I would be using if this was in a project I was reviewing.
EIT, Modular Building Industry
Haydenwse,
Sorry, I got caught by the eng-tips loading error and just now got back in to the website. The best way to tell would be to run capacity checks using the APA H815 equations on the new span condition. The other way I have seen done, is having LVL retrofits done.
EIT, Modular...
Haydenwse,
Generally Data Plates and labels are located on or near the Electrical Panel Cover. Other common locations is to have them in a closet, or above a drop ceiling on the hitch end.
Again depending on age of the building, and what State this was manufactured for, the labels and Data...
Haydenwse,
What it sounds like from your description is a Plywood Ridge Beam. These are not uncommon in Classroom units. APA has a design standard for these in H815. Check your column locations as I have seen very few Ridge Beams span the full length of a unit (unit = single module). The ridge...
Zeeko,
I would read this as follows:
1) Your A-4 Occupancy would require a fire-rated ceiling/Floor assembly if the height is less than 20 feet above the floor below.
2) F-1, H, M, S-1 uses would always be required to have a fire-rated assembly with duration as indicated by the table.
EIT...
The software finds some use with Modular Buildings. From use and review, it does well for your "simple" buildings. When checked against hand calculations usually I am only seeing a difference to a tenth of a psf. It has tabs for Wind, Snow, and Seismic. Other tabs include seismic anchorage for...
