Third Party Verification Claim

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CONCLUSIONS
1. The vertical load-carrying capacity was measured directly by placing the 300# concentrated load
on the panel. This load is larger than the 200# code-mandated concentrated load. When spread
out into a line load, it is equivalent to a 60 plf line load, which is larger than the 50 plf
requirement. This confirms that the panel meets vertical loading requirements.
2. The horizontal load-test placed the 300# point load at the end of the 28” cantilever, which creates
a 8,400 inch-pound bending force. This is equivalent to the code mandated 200# point load on a
42” cantilevered guardrail. This confirms that the panel meets horizontal loading requirements.
3. The two tests confirm that the panel, as tested, meets IBC requirements for a guardrail systems in
commercial and residential properties.
LIMITATIONS
Our services were limited to observing the testing, as performed by others, to confirm that the panels
have sufficient capacity to support the code-mandated loads. This report does not extend to capacities
or performance outside this testing program.
REMARKS
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us.
Report Prepared By: Report Reviewed By:
American Engineering Testing, Inc. American Engineering Testing, Inc.
Chris A. Hartnett, PE William E. Bloemendal, PE
Principal Engineer Principal Engineer
MN License: 42371 MN Lic. No. 19124
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