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AEC459 - Developments in Power-Actuated Fastening Technology...THIS COURSE IS NO LONGER OFFERED
THIS COURSE IS NO LONGER OFFERED.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Discuss the differences between powder-actuated and gas-actuated fasteners, as well as the different power-actuated fasteners (PAFs) available.
- Describe the safety and training requirements for using PAFs, and contrast the fastener holding mechanisms in steel versus concrete.
- Identify common PAF applications, particularly those involving cold-formed steel (CFS) decks.
- Summarize PAF approvals and guidelines from ICC-ES and AISI, including relevant test data.
- Compare the features and benefits of recent PAF developments, particularly full-tip knurling and blunt-tip studs, and discuss the benefits of PAFs in general.
Approximately 1 hour, 30 minutes. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by William Gould, P.E. on behalf of Hilti. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information
Name: William Gould, P.E.
Title: Director, Codes and Approvals, Hilti, Inc.
Background: William Gould, P.E. is Director of Codes and Approvals with Hilti, Inc. and specializes in fastener qualification testing evaluation. He is a member of the Steel Deck Institute (SDI) Diaphragm Committee and AISI Committees on Connections and Diaphragm Design. He is also a member of the ICC Evaluation Services Advisory Committee (ESAC).
