Scope
1.1 This guide sets forth basic requirements for the design of stone anchors and cladding systems by providing a process to select those that best fit the project.
1.2 This guide pertains to:
1.2.1 The anchoring of stone panels directly to the building structure for support,
1.2.2 The anchoring of stone panels to subframes or to curtainwall components after these support systems are attached to the building structure,
1.2.3 The anchoring of stone panels to subframes or to curtainwall components with stone cladding preassembled before these support systems are attached to the building structure, and
1.2.4 The supervision and inspection of fabrication and installation of the above.
1.3 Observe all applicable regulations, specific recommendations of the manufacturers, and standards governing interfacing work.
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The SI units given in parentheses are for information only.
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. (See Tables 1 and 2.)
