Columns Lateral Support

Columns Lateral Support (1)  Columns shall be securely fastened to the supported member to reduce the likelihood of lateral differential movement between the column and the supported member.     (2)  Except as permitted by Sentence (3), columns shall be laterally supported,     (a)   directly, or     (b)   by connection to the supported members.     (3)  Columns need not […]
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Compressive Strength

(1)  Except as provided elsewhere in this Part, the compressive strength of unreinforced concrete after 28 days shall be not less than,     (a)   32 MPa for garage floors, carport floors and all exterior flatwork,     (b)   20 MPa for interior floors other than those for garages and carports, and     (c)   15 MPa for all […]
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Concrete both non-reinforced and reinforced

Concrete, both non-reinforced and reinforced, is often used for footings, foundation walls, basement floor slabs and garage slabs-on-grade. Concrete for columns, fireplaces, chimneys and foundation walls must have a minimum strength of 15 MPa (2,200 psi). Basement floors must have a minimum strength of 20 MPa (3,000 psi). Garage and carport floors, exterior steps and […]
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Concrete Mixes

Concrete Mixes (1)  For pre-mixed concrete and for the site-batched concrete mixes described in Table 9.3.1.7., the maximum ratio of water to cementing materials measured by weight shall not exceed,     (a)   0.45 for garage floors, carport floors and all exterior flatwork,     (b)   0.65 for interior floors other than those for garages and carports, and […]
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Concrete Mixes Table

Concrete Mixes Table Table 9.3.1.7.Site-Batched Concrete Mixes Forming Part of Sentence 9.3.1.7.(1) Notes to Table 9.3.1.7.: (1) A 40 kg bag of cement contains 28 L. Table 9.3.1.7 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only.
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Continuity of the Air Barrier System

Continuity of the Air Barrier System (1)  Where the air barrier system consists of an air-impermeable panel-type material, all joints shall be sealed to minimize air leakage.     (2)  Where the air barrier system consists of flexible sheet material, all joints shall be,     (a)   sealed with compatible material such as tape or flexible sealant, or     […]
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Covers for receptacles located outdoors

Covers for receptacles located outdoors Figure B26-3 Source: Figure B26-3, CSA C22.1:21, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 (25th Edition), Safety Standard for Electrical Installations. © 2021 Canadian Standards Association. Please visit store.csagroup.org
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