The 2016 edition of ASCE 7 has been in effect for about three years. It has three more years remaining before the standard is superseded by ASCE 7. .
The 2022 edition of ASCE 7 includes an update to Section 13.6.12 that says, “The solar panels shall not be considered as part of the load path that resists the interconnection force unless the panels have been evaluated or tested for such loading.” This new. .
Research by the Structural Engineers Association of California (SEAOC) formed the basis for key provisions of ASCE 7-16. See the following white papers for research on seismic design, wind design, and gravity design. They are essential companions to ASCE 7-16.. .
Cain identified several code development issues for SEAC to monitor. Strong guidance exists for low-profile systems on low-slope roofs. However, Cain is keeping an eye on the edge factor used in wind design. (ASCE 7-16 Section 29.4.3) He said the criteria associated. [pdf]
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