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What is NYC BC § 1912.3.1.1?

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This section establishes the axial tension capacity requirements for end connections of precast slabs, beams, and girders. The capacity must meet specific thresholds based on vertical shear capacity or load factors, ensuring structural integrity. Applies to building owners involved in the construction or modification of precast concrete elements.

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1912.3.1.1 End connections.

BC § 1912.3.1.1

End connections of all precast slabs, beams and girders shall have an axial tension capacity equal to the larger of the vertical shear capacity of the connection at either end, or at least 2 percent of the maximum factored vertical dead and live load in the precast compression element, whichever is larger, but not less than 20 kips or 2,500 pounds per linear foot of slab (36.48 kN/m). Where more than one element frames in one direction, none of the elements or connections shall have an axial tension capacity of less than 1 percent of the column load but not less than 20 kips.

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