Manufactured Stone Market Segment Committees Meeting Agenda

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Manufactured Stone Market Segment Committees
Meeting Agenda
National Concrete Masonry Association • Annual Convention 2015
Hyatt Hill Country Resort and Spa • San Antonio, TX
Friday February 20, 2015 • 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
1.
Call to Order and Introductions (Dan Krouse) – 12:00 pm
2.
NCMA Antitrust Policy Statement
3.
Overview of Meeting Structure
4.
Review of the Agenda
5.
Approval of July 29, 2014 Manufactured Stone Committee Meeting Minutes
6.
Committee Structure and Membership
7.
Status and Health of MVMA
7.1. Membership Update
8.
Review of Manufactured Stone Strategic Plan and Objectives
9.
Subcommittee Meetings and Reports – 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm
9.1. Manufactured Stone Communications Subcommittee (Richard Kelly) – 12:30 pm
9.1.1. Cost Versus Value Study
9.1.1.1. Review Report
9.1.1.2. Promotion of Results
9.1.1.3. Future Year Participation
9.1.2. Promotion and Outreach Activities
9.1.2.1. Promotion of NCMA/MVMA Resources
9.1.2.1.1. Review of Website Analytics
9.1.2.1.2. 4th Edition Installation Guide
9.1.2.1.3. Manufactured Stone TEK
9.1.2.1.4. FAQ’s on Manufactured Stone
9.1.2.1.5. Concrete Masonry Designs – Masonry
9.1.2.2. ASTM Standards – ASTM C1670 (Product Spec) and ASTM C1780 (Installation)
9.1.2.3. NCMA/MVMA Website
9.1.2.4. Other Promotion Opportunities
9.1.3. Design Awards
9.1.3.1. Strategies for Entry Submissions
9.1.3.2. Promotion Strategies for Winners
9.1.4. Safety Awards
9.1.5. Shipment Report
9.1.6. Other Business
9.2. Manufactured Stone Technical Subcommittee (Chris Hines) – 2:15 pm
9.2.1. NCMA Laboratory Testing and Data Collection Results
9.2.1.1. Review of ASTM Criteria and Test Methods
9.2.1.2. Review of Results to Date
9.2.1.3. Education on Specimen Preparation
9.2.1.4. Continued Solicitation for Results
9.2.2. ASTM Standard References in Building Code
9.2.3. AC-51 Potential Revisions and Future Needs
Date revised 01/30/2015
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9.2.4. ASTM Standards Update
9.2.5. Resource and Publication Development Activities
9.2.6. Prioritization of Future Research Needs
10. Reconvene Manufactured Stone Committee Meeting (Dan Krouse) – 4:00 pm
11. Education Strategies and Opportunities
11.1. Overview of NCMA Learning Management System
12. Dues and Bylaws Issues
13. 2015 Budget and Work Plan
14. Review and Approval of Manufactured Stone Market Segment Strategic Plan and Objectives
15. Other Business
16. Adjournment
Attachments
1. Manufactured Stone Committee Meeting Minutes – July 29, 2014
2. Manufactured Stone Market Segment Committee Roster
3. Status of Follow-Up Items from 2014 Midyear Meeting
4. Status of NCMA Membership for Manufactured Stone Industry
5. NCMA Draft Strategic Plan for Manufactured Stone with Proposed Revisions
6. NCMA Response to ICC-ES Query Regarding AC-51
7. ASTM Task Groups on Manufactured Stone Minutes
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NCMA Antitrust Policy
The antitrust laws are the rules under which our competitive economic system operates. Their primary purpose is to preserve and promote free
competition. It is NCMA’s policy to strictly comply in all respects with the antitrust laws.
Association meetings or workshops by their very nature bring competitors together. Accordingly, it is absolutely necessary to avoid
discussions of legally sensitive topics and especially important to avoid recommendations with respect to these sensitive subjects.
Agreements to fix prices, allocate markets or customers, engage in product boycotts and to refuse to deal with third parties are
automatically or per se illegal under the antitrust laws. It doesn't matter what the reason for the agreement.
Accordingly, at any association meeting discussions of prices, including elements of prices such as allowances and credit terms, quality ratings of
suppliers, and discussions which may cause a competitor to cease purchasing from a particular supplier, or selling to a particular customer, must
be avoided. Also, there should be no discussion that might be interpreted as a dividing up of territories or customers.
An antitrust violation does not require proof of a formal agreement. A discussion of a sensitive topic, such as prices, followed by parallel action
by those involved in or present at the discussion is enough to show a price fixing conspiracy. As a result, those attending an associationsponsored meeting must remember the importance of avoiding not only unlawful activities, but even the appearance of unlawful activity.
As a practical matter, violations of these rules can have serious consequences for a company and its employees. The Sherman Antitrust Act is
both a civil and criminal statute. Violations are felonies punishable by penalties of up to $10 million for corporations and by imprisonment of up
to three years or penalties of up to $100,000, or both, for individuals. The Justice Department, state attorney general, and any person or company
injured by a violation of the antitrust laws may bring civil actions for three times the amount of the damages, plus attorneys' fees and injunctive
relief.
Antitrust investigations and litigation are lengthy, complex, disruptive and expensive. Therefore, all companies and their employees must not
only comply with the antitrust laws in fact, but must conduct themselves in a manner that avoids even the slightest suspicion that the law is being
violated. Associations, because they bring competitors together, are natural targets, along with members alleged to have participated with or
through the association.
The following is a list of topics that must never be the subject of any type of agreement among competitors, whether explicit or
implicit, formal or informal. Such topics should NEVER be discussed at association meetings. This list is not exhaustive of
prohibited topics or subjects. Please consult legal counsel in the event of any confusion or question over whether a topic is
permissible or appropriate for discussion among association members:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
m.
n.
o.
Prices to be charged to clients, customers or by suppliers;
Specific methods by which prices are determined, with directions as to "how to do it" or even less;
Division or allocation of markets or customers;
Coordination of bids or requests for bids;
Terms and conditions of sales, including credit or discount terms;
Terms for distribution of products;
Targets for production of products or the level of production;
Specific profit levels;
Exchange of price information as to specific customers;
A boycott of or a refusal to deal with a customer or supplier;
Compilation of “approved” lists of customers or suppliers.
"Profit" levels...i.e., "here's what our members need to do to make money."
Whether a company's pricing practices are “unethical,” “improper,” etc.
Coordination of "bids" or "requests for bids" or requests for proposals ("RFPs").
Standards or codes to eliminate competition.
When in doubt about discussing any topic, consult with your own legal counsel, or with association staff or its legal counsel, to be sure you
are on safe antitrust ground. When unsure, play it safe and avoid the topic.
Conflict of Interest Considerations:

placing (or the appearance of placing) one's own self-interest or any third-party interest above that of the Association; while the receipt
of incidental personal or third-party benefit may necessarily flow from certain Association activities, such benefit must be merely
incidental to the primary benefit to the Association and its purposes;

abusing their Board membership by improperly using their Board membership or the Association's staff, services, equipment,
resources, or property for their personal or third-party gain or pleasure, or representing to third parties that their authority as a Board
member extends any further than that which it actually extends;

engaging in any outside business, professional or other activities that would directly or indirectly materially adversely affect the
Association;

engaging in or facilitate any discriminatory or harassing behavior directed toward Association staff, members, officers, directors,
meeting attendees, exhibitors, advertisers, sponsors, suppliers, contractors, or others in the context of activities relating to the
Association;

soliciting or accepting gifts, gratuities, free trips, honoraria, personal property, or any other item of value from any person or entity as
a direct or indirect inducement to provide special treatment to such donor with respect to matters pertaining to the Association without
fully disclosing such items to the Board of Directors; and

providing goods or services to the Association as a paid vendor to the Association only after full disclosure to, and advance approval
by, the Board, and pursuant to any related procedures adopted by the Board.
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Manufactured Stone Market Segment
Annual Convention 2015
Attachment 1
Manufactured Stone Market Segment Committee
Minutes
National Concrete Masonry Association  Midyear 2014
Grand Summit Hotel Canyons Resort  Park City, Utah
Tuesday, July 29  10:45 am – 3:45 pm
Manufactured Stone Committee Members Present
Chairman
*David Mariner, Boral Stone Products (II) (2015)
Producer
Will Husler, Lone Star Stone (IV) (2016)
Richard Kelly, Norse Building Products, (III) (2016)
Brian Miller, Heritage Stone By ProVia (III) (2016)
Bobby L. Staten, Pavestone Company (IV) (2016)
Charles Stein, Environmental StoneWorks (V) (2016)
Michael Telischak, Calstar Products, Inc. (III) (2016)
Vickie Towery, Horizon Stone (II) (2016)
David Webb, Sunset Stone (V) (2017)
Associate
Brian P. Carney, SPEC MIX®, Inc. (2016)
Tony Fuller, National Gypsum (2016)
Paul Hoben, Carolina Stalite Company (2016)
Christopher K. Little, ClarkDietrich Building Sys (2016)
John Striednig, LATICRETE International, Inc. (2016)
Alternate Voting Representative
Gilles Bignolas, LATICRETE International, (2017)
Ardeen Brever, Boulder Creek Stone Products (2016)
Dan Krouse, Boulder Creek Stone Products (2016))
Manufactured Stone Communications Subcommittee Members Present
Chairman
Associate
Brian P. Carney, SPEC MIX®, Inc. (2016)
Miles Dee, Trinity Expanded Shale and Clay (2016)
Producer
Danielle Bach, Midwest Block & Brick, (IV) (2016)
Dennis Merino, Boral Stone Products (II) (2016)
Scott Starkweather, Boulder Creek Stone Prod (IV) Dan Krouse, Boulder Creek Stone Products (2016)
(2016)
Glenda Starkweather, Boulder Creek Stone Prods (2016)
Charles Stein, Environmental StoneWorks (2016)
Coleen Visconti, Environmental StoneWorks (V)
(2016)
Jerome Zenoby, Heritage Stone By ProVia (III) (2016)
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Manufactured Stone Technical Subcommittee Members Present
Chairman
Chris Hines, Boral Stone Products (III) (2016)
Scott Arbogast, Environmental Stoneworks (2016)
Gilles Bignolas, LATICRETE International, Inc (2016)
Frank Fork, Boral Stone Products (2016)
Producer
Danielle Bach, Midwest Block & Brick, (IV) (2016)
Steve Karhnak, Environmental Stoneworks (2016)
Tom Downey, Environmental Stoneworks (I) (2016)
Dan Krouse, Boulder Creek Stone Products (2016)
Mast, Wendell Heritage Stone By ProVia (III) (2017)
John Striednig, LATICRETE International, Inc. (2016)
Scott Starkweather, Boulder Creek Stone Products (IV)
(2016)
National Association Liaison
David Stubbs, Canada Masonry Design Centre (2016)
Lorenzo Valenzuela, Veneerstone (V) (2016)
Associate
Dean Cunningham, LATICRETE Intl, Inc. (2016)
Tony Fuller, National Gypsum (2016)
Paul Hoben, Carolina Stalite Company (2016)
Christopher Little, ClarkDietrich Building Sys (2016)
Tom Peterson, SPEC MIX®, Inc. (2016)
Steven Rowe, Big River Inds, An Oldcastle Co (2016)
Pete Skram, Custom Building Products (2016)
Craig Walloch, ACM Chemistries, Inc. (2017)
Guests Present
Seth Adams, Clark Dietrich Building Systems
David Barrett, Environmental Stoneworks
Jan Boyer, PCMA/Midatlantic Masonry
Kevin Early, Anchor Wall
Rocky Fizzano, Fizzano Brothers
Mark Hage, Mark Hagel
John A Hennes, Krete Industries
Sam Hoennes, Krete Industries
Rogers Golante, Applied Minerals, Inc.
Bob Goldman, County Materials Corp.
Mark Kraft, Kraft Curing Systems
Michael Kraft, Kraft Curing Systems
Brian Leary, Solidia Technologies
Mike Miller, Everloc Retaining Walls
Mark Norden, Everloc Retaining Walls
Joe Packhem, Masonry Advisory Council
Matt Simons, Krete Industries
Jeff Speck, Big River Industries, Inc.
Jeff Thomas, Mutual Materials
Jeff Thompson, Mutual Materials
Dan Varga, Davis Colors
Todd W. White, Davis Colors
Jerome Zenoby, Heritage Stone
Staff Present
Robert D. Thomas, Staff Liaison, President
Jason J. Thompson, Staff Liaison, Vice President of
Engineering
Randi H. Hertzberg, Staff Liaison, Manager of
Communications
1. Call to Order and Introductions
The meeting was called to order at 10:45 AM. It was noted that a quorum was present.
2. Review of the NCMA Antitrust Policy Statement
The chairman directed the committee’s attention to NCMA’s antitrust statement for review. The chairman asked all
to comply with the intent of this policy.
3. Overview of Meeting Structure
Dave Mariner explained the structure of the meetings for the day and encouraged everyone to flexible in discussion.
4. Review of the Agenda
The agenda was approved as presented.
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5. Review of the Minutes
The minutes of the previous meeting were reviewed and approved as presented. Chris Hines made a motion to
accept the minutes and Danielle Bach second.
6. Review of Manufactured Stone Strategic Plan and Objective
Dave opened this part of the meeting with expressing the goal to have an open discussion and critique the strategic
plan and encourage feedback to start deciding the direction NCMA should take in relation to MVMA members and
their goals within NCMA. He asked for everyone to think about what pieces of the day’s discussion add the most
value to the MVMA members. He briefly mentioned Coronodo’s resignation due to the company’s feeling that
NCMA was going in to many directions and the feeling that the focus should be strictly on technical, most
specifically the ASTM standards and code process.
7.
Subcommittee Meetings and Reports
7.1. Manufactured Stone Communications Subcommittee (Richard Kelly) – 11:00 am
Richard Kelly called the meeting to order 10:55 am
7.1.1. Approval of February 7, 2014 Manufactured Stone Communications Subcommittee Meeting
Minutes
Bobby Staten made a motion to approve the minutes, Chris Hines seconded. They were approved
unanimously.
7.1.2. Cost versus Value Study
Clare Ramminger gave a recap of the MVMA participation in Hanley-Wood’s Remodeling magazine’s
Cost vs. Value Study. There was discussion regarding how Hanley Wood developed their costs. The
information will be available in January 2015. NCMA staff was asked to send out a press release once the
study is available disseminate the information to link to members when it becomes available. NCMA will
link the survey from MSV section of the website directly to the survey.
7.1.3. Shipment Report
Clare Ramminger reported that there are eight companies currently participating in the Shipper’s Report.
Only the members who participate in the program get the report. There was discussion about improving
the details of the information for the report. All were encouraged to participate. Dave Mariner asked for a
phone call to follow-up on improving the information breakdown that could increase participation.
7.1.4. Tradeshow Participation Strategy
There was discussion regarding MVMA’s participation in the WOC/WOM last year and it was decided that
this was not the best venue for the MVMA to focus. There were similar feelings regarding the International
Builder’s Show. Staff shared that NCMA was participating in Hardscape North America and that MSV
products will be included. It was suggested that NCMA should list all MVMA members in NCMA booth.
7.1.5.
Promotion and Outreach Activities
7.1.5.1. Distribution Plan for 4th Edition of Installation Guide
The distribution of the new Installation Guide includes hosting on MSV section of the website.
Members were encouraged to link to the site directly. We do not want people to download the PDF
and then host it on their website. Our information is copyrighted. Staff showed members also how to
purchase from the Bookstore.
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Advisory Item
A motion was made by Chris Hines and seconded by Dan Krouse to recommend that
the logos and website addresses of MVMA members of NCMA be added to the back
cover of the Installation Guidelines.
The subcommittee discussed ways to add value to MVMA membership, and how to
promote the members of the association. One cost-neutral way of achieving this is
to add the logos off all MVMA members of NCMA be added to the back cover of
the Installation Guide. The back cover is nearly blank at this time, and it will be
fairly easy to add those logos. Additionally, since NCMA uses electronic
distribution of materials and ‘print-on-demand’, maintenance of these logos (when
someone joins or leaves the association) can be performed expeditiously.
The motion was approved by a vote of 7 in support, 0 opposed and 0 abstaining.
The motion was accepted by the Manufactured Stone Committee.
None.
Motion:
Discussion:
Vote:
Minority Position:
Strategic Plan Relevance:
Note—Item was accepted as advisory by the NCMA Board of Directors on August 1, 2014.
7.1.5.2. ASTM Standards – ASTM C1670 (Product Spec) and ASTM C1780 (Installation)
Items were mentioned but deferred discussion to the MSV Technical Subcommittee.
7.1.5.3. TEK Section 20 – Manufactured Stone Veneer
Staff showed the current plans to produce a MSV TEK Section.
7.1.5.4. Website and Solutions Center
Staff showed the new website and the MSV section. Materials are easily accessible from this section
of the website. Need to be careful about pictures of projects that are non-compliant with installation
guidelines.
The Solutions Center was also shown and how to become a sponsor was discussed.
7.1.5.4.1.
Electronic Posting and Distribution Practices
Discussed in previous parts of the meeting. Encourage members to link directly to NCMA site.
7.1.5.5. Laboratory Testing Promotional Offer
Promotion is currently being offered and members are encouraged to send product to the lab for
testing. NCMA needs data.
7.1.5.6. Concrete Masonry Designs – Masonry
The Masonry issue of the magazine will be distributed shortly and includes some MSV projects as well
as the FAQ about the ASTM standards.
7.1.6.
Student Outreach
7.1.6.1. Student Design and Unit Design Competitions
NCMA staff explained the current NCMA Foundation program. The committee discussed and decided
that this is not something that they would consider right now.
7.1.6.2. Incorporation into University Curriculum
NCMA staff explained the current NCMA Foundation supported programs. While the committee
thought this was interesting, there was nothing to purse at this time.
7.1.7. Design Awards
NCMA staff indicated that Design Awards program will launch in January and MSV is included in the
program.
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Possible Trade Show Participation – North American Masonry Conference, AIA Trade Show
7.1.9. Adjournment
Richard Kelly thanked everyone and adjourned the meeting at 12:30 pm.
7.2. Manufactured Stone Technical Subcommittee (Chris Hines)
7.2.1. Approval of February 7, 2014 Manufactured Stone Technical Subcommittee Meeting Minutes
Dan Krouse made a motion to approve the minutes and Tony Fuller seconded. All approved.
7.2.2. Review of Identified Activities and Work Products
Staff reviewed the various initiatives and projects the MSV Technical Subcommittee is overseeing. They
include:
 4th Edition Installation Guide – The installation guide has been completed and posted to the web.
Addition potential revisions will be discussed under Agenda Item 7.2.3.
 Certification – To be discussed under Agenda Item 10.
 Research – Earlier this year the Subcommittee recommended investigating the performance of
installing MSV over continuous insulation.
 ASTM Referencing – Staff has been directed to initiate the process of incorporating references to
ASTM C1670 and ASTM C1780 into building codes. This process has been initiated.
 Product Testing – NCMA’s Lab is offering a free set of tests to each member producer.
 Literature Development
o TEK 20-1; Installation Practices: Drafted, pending review.
o FAQ 4-14; ASTM Standards: Completed.
o Installation Guide: Completed.
o TEK 20-X; Control Joints: Under development.
o TEK 20-X; Water Penetration Resistance: Under development.
o TEK 20-X; Seismic Design: Under development.
o TEK 20-X; Efflorescence Control: Under development.
Activities and resources associated with each of these projects will be prioritized later in the meeting.
7.2.3. Lath Installation Orientation Recommendations
Upon the release of the 4th Edition of the Installation Guide, several noted a typo in the section discussing
the installation orientation of lath. In discussing potential fixes to this language, it became clear that
additional clarifying discussion could be incorporated into this section of the Installation Guide to offer
better guidance in the field during construction., specifically the confusion resulting from the term ‘cups’.
Chris Little summarized the differences between industry best practices and minimum installation
requirements dictated by existing codes and standards. ASTM C1063 requires that lath be installed
horizontally along the length of the wall, and in the case of self-furring lath, requires the dimples/furring to
be against the wall surface, but do not dictate the orientation of the lath cups. It was also noted that the
adage ‘like a good whiskey; smooth going down and rough coming up’ applies to lath installation
orientation.
Staff was directed to draft some new language for possible inclusion in the Installation Guide that clarifies
the practices associated with lath installation, differentiates minimum code requirements from industry
practices, and removes the term ‘cups’ from the discussion.
7.2.4. Needs Assessment – ASTM C1670, Standard Specification for Adhered Manufactured Stone
Masonry Veneer Units
Staff reported that they have initiated some in-house trial testing on manufactured stone units to begin to
establish a database of information that could be used to support improvements to ASTM C1670. As part of
this testing it was observed that some inconsistencies were noted, and while the source of these
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inconsistencies is not know at this time, the working theory that the rate of water absorption of stone units
may be influencing the measured results being evaluated; particularly freeze/thaw and shrinkage testing.
To date the Lab has initiated absorption testing of multiple sets of units from several different production
sources to begin to quantify the rate of water absorption. General observations thus far include:
 Deep vs. Shallow Immersion Does Not Seem to be Critical
 Average Weight Increase at 24 hours = 13%
 Average 24/48 Hour Saturation = 95%
 Average 24/264 Hour Saturation = 87%
The Subcommittee agreed that understanding and resolving these testing differences should take
precedence over the currently planned research project investigating installation over insulation.
Action Item
A motion was made by Craig Walloch and seconded by Chris Hines to recommend
that the $25,000 included in the 2014 budget, originally designated for researching
the installation of manufactured stone over continuous insulation, be instead
reallocated to research and benchmark manufactured stone unit properties.
Background Discussion:
Preliminary testing of manufactured stone units using the recently approved ASTM
C1670 criteria has shown some unanticipated inconsistencies in the measured
results. The Committee agrees that investigating and resolving these issues should
take precedence over the currently planned project to assess the impacts of installing
manufactured stone over continuous rigid insulation.
Vote:
The motion was approved by a vote of 10 in support, 0 opposed, and 0 abstaining.
Minority Position:
None.
Quality of Units
Note—Action item was approved by the NCMA Board of Directors on August 1, 2014.
Motion:
Given this reprioritization, the Subcommittee also agreed to disband its current task groups. Once the unit
testing evaluation is complete, additional task groups can be established as needed to tackle specific tasks.
Advisory Item
A motion was made by Bobby Staten and seconded by Danielle Bach to recommend
that the three task groups (Research, Installation, and Unit Spec Task Groups)
reporting to the MSV Technical Subcommittee be disbanded.
Background Discussion:
With the finalization of the 4th Edition of the Installation Guide, the tasks assigned to
the Installation Task Group have been completed. Further, with the recommendation
to reprioritize available research funds in 2014, the Research Task Group is no
longer needed for the immediate future. Finally, given the nearly identical
membership between the MSV Technical Subcommittee and the Unit Spec Task
Group, activities can be streamlined through consolidation.
Vote:
The motion was approved by a vote of 11 in support, 0 opposed, and 0 abstaining.
Minority Position:
None.
NA
Note—Item was accepted as advisory by the NCMA Board of Directors on August 1, 2014.
Motion:
Chris Hines surveyed the Subcommittee for additional critical topics that should be on the short list for
future consideration. These include:
 Understanding and evaluating the bond characteristics of manufactured stone.
 Educating and enforcing proper moisture management techniques and industry installation
practices.
 Proper techniques for installation manufactured stone over continuous insulation.
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8. Reconvene Manufactured Stone Committee Meeting
Dave Mariner Reconvened the MSV meeting. The committee went through the Draft MSV strategic plan and
decided what was of high priority for the MVMA members.
9. Education Strategies and Opportunities
Not discussed
10. Overview of Related Certification Programs
Not discussed specifically
10.1.
Installer Certification
Discussed that this is not main priority, but should continue encouraging people follow the Installation Guide.
However, if Staff has the opportunity to educate at speaking program engagements where the MVMA does not
incur costs, they should pursue those.
10.2.
Production Certification
Discussed the pros and cons of the having a certification, but was decided that this was not a priority right now.
11. Committee Structure and Membership
11.1.
Meeting Venue and Format
Briefly discussed that the traditional NCMA Meeting format may not be what MVMA members need, but that
the one-day track was much better received.
11.2.
Leadership Roles
Dave Mariner told the committee that he will be moving to Australia at the end of the year and asked if there
were any volunteers for his position.
12. Dues and Bylaws Issues
Dave Mariner suggested that NCMA look at what MVMA members are currently paying in dues and reevaluate the
fees. He did mention that he feels that NCMA is much better than their previous management company and there is
good value in that.
13. Membership
13.1.
Review of Membership Status
Members were encouraged to look at the current list of members and try to help identify who are potential MSV
members.
13.2.
Membership Promotion
Nothing discussed at this time.
14. Review and Prioritization of 2015 Budget and Work Plan
Staff to revise Strategic plan and move forward from there.
Most notably, it was decided that external outreach and communications/promotional activities were not of the
highest priority for this group. If NCMA is working on a program, MVMA members should be included as long as
there is no extra cost to the members.
15. Review and Approval of Manufactured Stone Market Segment Strategic Plan and Objectives
Revised plan will be distributed for approval by the committee.
16. Other Business
Nothing discussed at this time.
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17. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
David Mariner
Chairman, Manufactured Stone Market Segment Committee
Chris Hines
Chair, Technical Subcommittee
Richard Kelly
Chair, Communications Subcommittee
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Attachment 2
Manufactured Stone Committee
The Manufactured Stone Committee is tasked with providing strategic oversight for Association's efforts to improve the market position of
manufactured stone products for the benefit of its membership. The committee will establish and oversee subcommittees to accomplish tasks and
implement programs to support this objective. The committee will develop and maintain strategic plans for recommendation to Long Range
Planning Committee. The committee will also recommend to the Board of Directors prioritization of association resources in the execution of a work
plan in support of the strategic plan.
Chairman
Krouse, Dan • Boulder Creek Stone Products (IV) (2016)
Producer
Husler, Will • Lone Star Stone (IV) (2016)
Kelly, Richard • Norse Building Products, Inc. (III) (2016)
Miller, Brian • Heritage Stone By ProVia (III) (2016)
Render, Brian • Boral Stone Products (II) (2017)
Staten, Bobby L. • Pavestone Company (IV) (2016)
Stein, Charles • Environmental StoneWorks (V) (2016)
Telischak, Michael • Calstar Products, Inc. (III) (2016)
Towery, Vickie • Horizon Stone (II) (2016)
Webb, David • Sunset Stone (V) (2017)
Associate
Carney, Brian P. • SPEC MIX®, Inc. (2016)
Fuller, Tony • National Gypsum (2016)
Hoben, Paul • Carolina Stalite Company (2016)
Little, Christopher K. • ClarkDietrich Building Systems (2016)
Striednig, John • LATICRETE International, Inc. (2016)
Bignolas, Gilles • LATICRETE International, Inc. (2017)
Brever, Ardeen • Boulder Creek Stone Products (2016)
NCMA Staff Liaison
*Robert D. Thomas • President
Term of service for a position on this Committee extends beyond the year indicated until the conclusion of the annual meeting in the
following year. *Executive Committee member without vote or count against quorum.
Manufactured Stone Communications Subcommittee
The Manufactured Stone Communications Subcommittee oversees the marketing and communications activities of the association related to
manufactured stone products and systems and the resources created by the association. The subcommittee oversees both internal and external
communications efforts, promotes the use and value of manufactured stone, markets available industry resources, supports education of customers
and partners (designers, installers, owners, inspectors, etc.), and conducts other tasks associated with advancing the use and knowledge of these
products and systems.
Chairman
Kelly, Richard • Norse Building Products, Inc. (III) (2017)
Producer
Bach, Danielle • Midwest Block & Brick, Inc. (IV) (2016)
Merino, Dennis • Boral Stone Products (II) (2016)
Starkweather, Scott • Boulder Creek Stone Products (IV) (2016)
Visconti, Coleen • Environmental StoneWorks (V) (2016)
Zenoby, Jerome • Heritage Stone By ProVia (III) (2016)
Associate
Carney, Brian P. • SPEC MIX®, Inc. (2016)
Dee, Miles • Trinity Expanded Shale and Clay (2016)
Krouse, Dan • Boulder Creek Stone Products (2016)
Stein, Charles • Environmental StoneWorks (2016)
NCMA Staff Liaison
Randi H. Hertzberg • Manager of Communications
Term of service for a position on this Subcommittee extends beyond the year indicated until the conclusion of the annual meeting in
the following year.
Manufactured Stone Technical Subcommittee
The Manufactured Stone Technical Subcommittee oversees the technical activities of the association related to the production, design, and
installation of manufactured stone products and systems. The subcommittee oversees research, develops technical positions on codes and standards,
establishes industry recommendations, documents and improves performance attributes, and develops technical publications and software as needed
to advance the technology and protect the market of manufactured stone products and systems.
Chairman
Hines, Chris • Boral Stone Products (III) (2016)
Producer
Bach, Danielle • Midwest Block & Brick, Inc. (IV) (2016)
Downey, Tom • Environmental Stoneworks (I) (2016)
Hassel, Josh • Norse Building Products, Inc. (III) (2018)
Mast, Wendell • Heritage Stone By ProVia (III) (2017)
Starkweather, Scott • Boulder Creek Stone Products (IV) (2016)
Valenzuela, Lorenzo • Veneerstone (V) (2016)
Arbogast, Scott • Environmental Stoneworks (2016)
Bignolas, Gilles • LATICRETE International, Inc. (2016)
Fork, Frank • Boral Stone Products (2016)
Karhnak, Steve • Environmental Stoneworks (2016)
*Krouse, Dan • Boulder Creek Stone Products (2016)
Striednig, John • LATICRETE International, Inc. (2016)
National Association Liaison
Stubbs, David • Canada Masonry Design Centre (2016)
NCMA Staff Liaison
Jason J. Thompson • Vice President of Engineering
Associate
Brown, Scot • BASF Corporation (2017)
Cunningham, Dean • LATICRETE International, Inc. (2016)
Fuller, Tony • National Gypsum (2016)
Hoben, Paul • Carolina Stalite Company (2016)
Little, Christopher K. • ClarkDietrich Building Systems (2016)
Peterson, Tom • SPEC MIX®, Inc. (2016)
Rowe, Steven K. • Big River Industries (2016)
Skram, Pete • Custom Building Products (2016)
Walloch, Craig • ACM Chemistries, Inc. (2017)
Term of service for a position on this Subcommittee extends beyond the year indicated until the conclusion of the annual meeting in
the following year. *Executive Committee member without vote or count against quorum.
MSV Certification Task Group
The Manufactured Stone Veneer Certification Task Group is charged with exploring the available options and market need associated with product
and installation certification programs.
Producer
Hines, Chris • Boral Stone Products (III)
Kelly, Richard • Norse Building Products, Inc. (III)
Miller, Brian • Heritage Stone By ProVia (III)
Associate
Bignolas, Gilles • LATICRETE International, Inc.
Fuller, Tony • National Gypsum
Little, Christopher K. • ClarkDietrich Building Systems
NCMA Staff Liaison
Dennis W. Graber • Director of Technical Publications
Term of service for a position on this Task Group extends until the Task Group disbands.
Attachment 3
Status of NCMA Manufactured Stone Committee and Subcommittee Follow-Up Items
From Midyear Meeting 2014
Committee
Communications
Subcommittee
Communications
Subcommittee
Communications
Subcommittee
Communications
Subcommittee
Communications
Subcommittee
Technical
Subcommittee
Technical
Subcommittee
Technical
Subcommittee
Technical
Subcommittee
MSV Committee
MSV Committee
MSV Committee
Follow-Up Item
Look at ways to break
down information in the
Shipment Report Schedule conference call
with current participants
Add MVMA members to
back of Installation Guide
Add MVMA Associate
members to Website
Promote the Hanley Wood
study when completed.
Post link on website
Complete CMD – Masonry
with MSV project/FAQ
Draft clarification language
to the lath orientation
discussion in the
Installation Guide and route
for review.
Research and benchmark
manufactured stone unit
properties; report results at
2015 Annual.
Disband Research,
Installation, and Unit Spec
Task Groups.
Draft proposed revisions to
ASTM C1670 and route for
review.
Update the Strategic Plan to
reflect the changes
discussed during the
meeting
Review MVMA dues
structure relative to cost vs.
value.
Identify successor to MSV
Committee chair.
Status
Responsibility
Ongoing –
communicating
with participants
C. Ramminger
Deadline
Date
11/15/2014
Completed
R. Hertzberg
9/30/2014
Completed
R. Hertzberg
9/30/2014
Link to Hanley
Wood website
added to
manufactured
stone section of
NCMA website.
Completed.
R. Hertzberg
1/30/2015
R. Hertzberg
9/30/2014
Completed.
Revised language
incorporated into
2nd printing of
Install Guide.
Not Completed –
in progress.
Results review at
Convention
Completed
J. Thompson
9/15/2014
N. Lang
1/1/2015
J. Thompson
9/1/2014
Completed
N. Lang
9/15/2014
Not Completed
R. Thomas
10/1/2014
Not Completed
R. Thomas
11/1/2014
Completed
R. Thomas
11/1/2014
Status of NCMA Membership for Manufactured Stone Industry (as of 01/26/2015)
Attachment 4
Producers
Current Members
Boral Stone Products
Boulder Creek Stone
Environmental Stoneworks
Heritage Stone by ProVia
Other Producers
Alluriam Stone (AL)
Anatoliy Stone (SC)
Apple Ridge Stone (PA)
Arrowhead Stone (TN)
Barkman Concrete (MB)
Black Bear Stone (BC)
Builder’s Choice Stone (NC)
Canyon Stone (KS)
Carbondale Brick & Block (IL)
Cascades Speciality Prod (PQ)
Cascade Stone (MN)
Cast Natural Stone (WI)
Castone (TN)
Centurion Stone (NC)
Century Stone (VA)
Craven PreCast Prod (NC)
Creative Mines LLC (CA)
Creative Stone (TX)
Creative Mines
Creekside Stone (NC)
Crown Hill Stone (NY)
Veneer Cast Stone (AL)
Current Members (cont)
Horizon Stone
Lone Star Stone
Norse Building Products
Renostone
Sunset Stone
Veneerstone
Other NCMA Members
EP Henry Corporation
Lee Brick and Block
Oldcastle Architectural
Custom Cast Stone (MT)
Custom Stone Works (NC)
Dutch Quality Stone (OH)
GP IMPEX (FL)
GenStone (CO)
Glacier Stone
Hammerstone (VA)
Harristone (UT)
Hearth Stone (AR)
Holt Masonry Brick & Stone
(NC)
Imperial Stone (GA)
J&N Stone (IN)
Jenkins Stone Creations (AL)
JR Stone (QB)
Lancaster Stone Co (PA)
Laurel Mtn Stone Works (PA)
Legend Stone (MT)
Les Pierres J.R. (PQ)
Lone Start Stone (TX)
M-Rock (WV)
Native Custom Stone (GA)
Natures’ Point Manuf St (TN)
Navilla Stone (China)
Nevilstone (TX)
Nextstone (CO)
Northstar Stone (IL)
O’Harah Concrete (PA)
Old Carolina Stone (NC)
Paragon Stone (OH)
Plygem (PA)
Premier Mountain Stone (GA)
Prestige Stone Prod (OH)
ProCast Stone (NM)
Quarry Ridge (MI)
Realstone Systems (MI)
Riverside Stone (CA)
Rocky Mtn Stone Prod (UT)
Rogue River Stone (OR)
Ryder Rock (PA)
Sandhills Stone (NC)
Selkirk Stone (ID)
Other NCMA Members
BASF
Big River Industries
Carolina Stalite
Mortar Net
Trinity Expanded Shale & Clay
Previous MVMA Members
AMICO Building Products
Spider Lath
STO Corp
Associates
Current New Associates
Clark Dietrich Building Syst
Custom Building Products
LATICRETE International
National Gypsum
Spec Mix
Previous MVMA Members
Eldorado Stone(Headwaters)
Nevil Stone
Quality Stone
Coronado Products
Shouldice Designer Stone (ON)
Signature Stone (PA)
Sislers Stone (VA)
Stone Design Masonry (NY)
Stone Face Products (MI)
Stone Makers (NC)
Stone Mill Inc (OK)
Stone Selex
Stone Yard (MA)
Stonehouse Solutions (TN)
Stonemaster (NC)
Summit Stone Prod
Suncrest (GA)
Table Mountain Stone (CA)
Texas Stone Design (TX)
Trilite Stone Co (MN)
TX Stone (TX)
Unaka Stone (TN)
Valley Stone (PA)
Attachment 5
NCMA Draft Strategic Plan for
Manufactured Stone
Draft January 26, 2015
MISSION – NCMA expands the marketplace for manufactured stone veneer products by advancing,
promoting and protecting the common interests of its members.
This plan is organized into several sections, generally defined as follows:
 CORE OBJECTIVES – these are the primary focus of industry efforts for the near future.
 BEDROCK PROGRAMS – these are programs that are intended to protect the interests of the
industry, as well as provide a basic level of service from the Association.
 GUIDING PRINCIPLES – These are principles to be considered when creating projects and
objectives.
 POSSIBLE FUTURE PROGRAMS – these are possible programs and initiatives that have been
discussed previously but are not included in the current work plan. They are maintained here as
a ‘parking lot’ for future consideration.
CORE OBJECTIVES – The following is a list of prioritized objectives on which NCMA should focus its
efforts through 2015 to achieve the greatest return for the members of the association through
expansion of the marketplace for manufactured stone veneer products.
1. Quality of Units – Improve the overall industry quality and the perceived quality of
manufactured stone veneer and provide mechanisms to distinguish those with better quality.
Strategies to accomplish this objective:
 Standards for Manufactured Units – improve ASTM unit standards to include
appropriate performance requirements and test methods to consistently measure
performance.
 Compliance with Unit Standards – encourage compliance testing of products by
manufacturers, educate manufacturers on unit criteria, test methods, and preparation
of specimens for testing, increase awareness level of specifiers of existence of
standards, and encourage specifications to require compliance.
 Quality Assurance – Develop industry recommendations for quality control and quality
assurance for manufactured stone veneer units.
 Plant Accreditation/Product Certification – develop and promote accreditation
programs intended to ensure the production and delivery of quality units in
conformance with established product specifications.
2. Quality of Walls – Improve the installation of manufactured stone veneers and improve the
perception of the quality of the finished wall system.
 Industry Recommendations for Installation – Develop, publish and disseminate best
practices and details for installation to result in quality walls.
 Research Wall Systems – Conduct and support research to support development of
industry recommendations for design and installation.

Codes and Standards – Support appropriate provisions in building codes and standards
to ensure cost-effective, quality walls.
II. System Education – Improve the level of understanding by designers, owners, installers,
inspectors, and industry representatives on appropriate design, installation, and selection of
materials to achieve quality adhered veneer masonry systems.
 Educate Installers – Develop and support programs to improve the level of knowledge
of installers.
 Educate Designers – Develop and support programs to improve the level of knowledge
of designers
 Educate Inspectors - Develop and support programs to improve the level of knowledge
of inspectors
3. Other Objectives – While not identified to the same level of program priority as those above,
the following issues/topics were also identified as important to market and member success.
 Improve Industry Participation – increase the number of companies participating in
industry efforts and improve the nature of their participation.
 Industry Shipments Reports – conduct quarterly shipments reports for those companies
participating.
 Promote Current Industry Projects and Resources – promotion of resources such as the
MVMA Installation Guide, and positive results of the Cost vs. Value study.
DRAFT BEDROCK PROGRAM and SERVICES - The following list of programs and services are those that
are considered essential to the effective operations of the association. In terms of priority, resources
must be maintained for these programs and services before additional resources are allocated to
address other specific objectives as outlined above.
1. Advance and protect manufactured stone position within the following codes, standards, and
regulations:
a. International Codes (IBC, IRC, etc.) - protect
b. ASTM Committee C15 (manufactured masonry units) – protect/advance
c. Green standards and rating systems (USGBC, sustainable sites initiative, etc.) –
advance/protect
2. Maintain on-staff technical competency and:
a. provide technical support to members, contractors, designers, and other related
constituent groups,
b. maintain relevant existing technical resources, and
c. conduct technical seminars.
3. Keep the membership informed of important issues and events related to manufactured stone
veneer products market. Communicate and collaborate with other national, regional, and state
associations that have similar industry interests to leverage NCMA’s abilities to accomplish
objectives.
4. Educate members and users about manufactured stone veneer products.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES – the following principles should be taken into account in developing projects and
allocating resources to best achieve desired outcomes.
1. Effectively establish NCMA as the technical authority on manufactured and maintain an external
image as a competent and objective industry advocate.
2. Advocate safe, economical, and sustainable solutions.
3. Focus NCMA marketing efforts on providing tools and resources from the national level for more
effective use and implementation by members at the state and regional level.
4. Ensure that association work plan is tactically feasible and balanced against available resources
and practical expectations.
POSSIBLE FUTURE PROGRAMS– The following is a list of programs and objectives that could be
considered by the industry at a future date, but are not currently in the work plan for the Association
through 2015. This list is not prioritized, and is intended only as a summary of potential activities that
have been discussed by the Manufactured Stone Segment, and could be considered as future work
items should the Market Segment find value in the future.




Quality Assurance – Develop industry recommendations for quality control and quality
assurance for manufactured stone veneer units.
Plant Accreditation/Product Certification – develop and promote accreditation programs
intended to ensure the production and delivery of quality units in conformance with established
product specifications.
Research Wall Systems – Conduct and support research to support development of industry
recommendations for design and installation.
System Education – Improve the level of understanding by designers, owners, installers,
inspectors, and industry representatives on appropriate design, installation, and selection of
materials to achieve quality adhered veneer masonry systems. Strategies to accomplish this
objective:
o Educate Installers – Develop and support programs to improve the level of knowledge
of installers.
o Educate Designers – Develop and support programs to improve the level of knowledge
of designers
o Educate Inspectors - Develop and support programs to improve the level of knowledge
of inspectors
Attachment 6
January 5, 2014
ICC Evaluation Service, LLC
Chicago Regional Office
4051 W Flossmoor Road
Country Club Hills, IL 60478
SUBJECT: Potential Revisions to the Acceptance Criteria for Precast Stone Veneer, Subject AC51-1214-R1 (EL/BJ)
To Whom It May Concern:
Thank you for the opportunity to provide input on potential changes to ICC-ES AC-51. The National Concrete Masonry
Association (NCMA) is the national trade organization representing manufacturers of manufactured stone veneer products and as
such AC51 is certainly important to us and our membership. NCMA represents producers of many manufactured concrete products,
including manufactured stone veneer (also known as ‘precast stone veneer’ and ‘adhered manufactured stone masonry veneer’) that
are a part of the Masonry Veneer Manufacturer’s Association (MVMA), which is a part of NCMA.
The discussion items included in the open later dated December 1, 2014 to all parties interested in precast stone veneer have been
reviewed by the technical staff at NCMA with contributions from constituency of our manufactured stone veneer members. The
review of the AC-51 document has given rise to a number of valid questions, particularly related to the sampling procedures of
testing and verification of pertinent physical attributes such as average thickness and saturated unit weight. Further, the comparison
of the AC-51 document and the related ASTM C1670, Standard Specification for Adhered Manufactured Stone Masonry Veneer
(AMSMV) Units, has clearly defined the differences in requirements for testing and related properties.
It should first be brought to the attention of those involved in the review of the AC-51 document, that there is a more current version
of the ASTM standard than the 2013 version, referenced in the letter from ICC-ES. The most recent version at the time of
developing these comments is ASTM C1670/C1670M-14. This updated version has incorporated changes that bring some clarity to
sampling, testing, and physical requirements which may resolve some of the questions posed in the open letter. Specifically, the
open letter has several questions relating to number of units to evaluate for dimensions and installed weight. While this issue
continues to be debated within ASTM Committees, the most recent version of ASTM C1670/C1670M does address minimum
numbers of units to sample for various tests. NCMA does not share the interpretation offered by ICC-ES that ASTM
C1670/C1670M requires evaluation of every unit for weight. The standard, requires testing on a representative sample, and that all
units are intended to be manufactured to comply with the code requirements for dimensions and weight, but evaluation of every unit
shape would be onerous and unnecessary.
ASTM C1670/C1670M-14 is the result of over eight years of standard development at ASTM, with significant input from
manufactured stone veneer producers, users, and many other interested parties. The requirements within this standard are those
necessary to assure quality of manufactured stone units, and units complying with these requirements meet all necessary code
provisions for these units. Rather than create a second set of similar requirements, AC-51 should simply reference ASTM
C1670/C1670M-14 for physical requirements for manufactured stone veneer units. This is consistent with how other materials
within AC 51 are handled (for example, ASTM C926 is referenced for cement plaster). This change would also simplify the
marketplace for both producers of these products as well as users, since only a single set of physical requirements would exist for
these materials.
In addition, an ASTM standard for installation of manufactured stone veneer systems has been developed. ASTM C1780-14,
Standard Practice for Adhered Manufactured Stone Masonry Veneer,
provides minimum standards for installation of
manufactured stone veneer systems over a wide range of structural back-up systems. It is also the opinion of this organization and
its members that AC 51 reference ASTM C1780 for installation practices.
As part of these comments, attached is a marked-up version of AC-51 with proposed revisions from NCMA to establish a
compliance path for units to meet ASTM C1670/C1670M, and with installation methods to comply with ASTM C1780. It is
acknowledged that there may be other systems besides those covered under these standards that may utilize AC-51, so a compliance
path using the current AC-51 revisions is maintained (with some minor modifications to simplify testing requirements in some
places). Also contained in this markup are some other editorial and minor revisions with the intent to improve the overall content of
AC-51.
The longstanding goal in the development of these standards has been formal reference in TMS 402/602, Building Code
Requirements and Specifications of Masonry Structures. Upon formal adoption, which in turn would make these standards part of
the International Building and Residential Codes by reference, the need to coordinate AC-51 with these standards becomes more
important. With that, AC51 should reference developed consensus standards for both unit requirements (ASTM C1670/C1670M14) as well as installation practices (ASTM C1780) for manufactured stone veneer systems.
Thank you again for the opportunity to comment,
Dominick O. Dowds
Manager, Research and Development Laboratory
www.icc-es.org | (800) 423-6587 | (562) 699-0543 A Subsidiary of the International Code Council ®
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA FOR PRECAST STONE VENEER
AC51
Approved February 2008
Effective March 1, 2008
(Editorially revised April 2012)
Previously revised September 2010
PREFACE
Evaluation reports issued by ICC Evaluation Service, LLC (ICC-ES), are based upon performance features of the
International family of codes. (Some reports may also reference older code families such as the BOCA National
Codes, the Standard Codes, and the Uniform Codes.) Section 104.11 of the International Building Code® reads as
follows:
The provisions of this code are not intended to prevent the installation of any materials or to prohibit
any design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this code, provided that any such
alternative has been approved. An alternative material, design or method of construction shall be
approved where the building official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with
the intent of the provisions of this code, and that the material, method or work offered is, for the
purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code in quality, strength,
effectiveness, fire resistance, durability and safety.
This acceptance criteria has been issued to provide interested parties with guidelines for demonstrating
compliance with performance features of the codes referenced in the criteria. The criteria was developed
through a transparent process involving public hearings of the ICC-ES Evaluation Committee, and/or on-line
postings where public comment was solicited.
New acceptance criteria will only have an “approved” date, which is the date the document was approved by
the Evaluation Committee. When existing acceptance criteria are revised, the Evaluation Committee will decide
whether the revised document should carry only an “approved” date, or an “approved” date combined with a
“compliance” date. The compliance date is the date by which relevant evaluation reports must comply with the
requirements of the criteria. See the ICC-ES web site for more information on compliance dates.
If this criteria is a revised edition, a solid vertical line (│) in the margin within the criteria indicates a change
from the previous edition. A deletion indicator (→) is provided in the margin where any significant wording has
been deleted.
ICC-ES may consider alternate criteria for report approval, provided the report applicant submits data
demonstrating that the alternate criteria are at least equivalent to the criteria set forth in this document, and
otherwise demonstrate compliance with the performance features of the codes. ICC-ES retains the right to
refuse to issue or renew any evaluation report, if the applicable product, material, or method of construction is
such that either unusual care with its installation or use must be exercised for satisfactory performance, or if
malfunctioning is apt to cause injury or unreasonable damage.
NOTE: The Preface for ICC-ES acceptance criteria was revised in July 2011 to reflect changes in policy.
Acceptance criteria are developed for use solely by ICC-ES for purpose of issuing ICC-ES evaluation reports.
Copyright © 2012
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA FOR PRECAST STONE VENEER (AC 51)
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Purpose: The purpose of this criteria is to establish the
minimum requirements for recognition of adhered precast
stone veneer in ICC Evaluation Service, LLC (ICC-ES),
evaluation reports under the 2015, 2012, 2009 and 2006
International Building Code® (IBC), and the 2015, 2012, 2009
and 2006 International Residential Code®(IRC).
This criteria is needed to clarify the requirements for
composition, strength, durability and installation of precast
stone veneer, which are not addressed in the code.
1.2 Scope: This criteria applies to precast stone veneer
adhered with mortar to the exterior face of exterior walls
and, at the report applicant’s option, to interior wall surfaces.
The veneer system is considered a variation of exterior
plaster regulated by IBC Section 2512, and 2015 IRC Section
R703.7 (Section R703.6 of the 2012, 2009 and 2006 IRC), and
a variation of adhered masonry veneer regulated by IBC
Section 1405.10 (Section 1405.9 of the 2006 IBC). The veneer
may be adhered to backings consisting of concrete, masonry
or cement plaster mortar applied over metal or wire fabric
lath.
1.3 Codes and Reference Standards: Where standards are
referenced in this criteria, the standards shall be applied
consistent with the requirements of the applicable code.
Editions of the standards applicable to each code are
summarized in Table 1.
1.3.1 ASTM International:
1.3.1.1 ASTM C33/C33M, Specification for Concrete
Aggregates.
1.3.1.2 ASTM C39/C39M-99ae1, Test Method for
Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens.
1.3.1.5 ASTM C140/C140M, Test Methods for Sampling and
Testing Concrete Masonry Units and Related Units
1.3.1.6 ASTM C190-85, Test Method for Tensile Strength
of Hydraulic Cement Mortars.
1.3.1.7 ASTM C192/C192M-81, Practice for Making and
Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Laboratory.
1.3.1.8 ASTM C330/C330M, Specification for Lightweight
Aggregates for Structural Concrete.
1.3.1.9 ASTM C331/C331M, Specification for Lightweight
Aggregates for Concrete Masonry Units.
1.3.1.10 ASTM C348-86, Test Method for Flexural Strength
of Hydraulic Cement Mortars.
1.3.1.11 ASTM C482-02, Test Method for Bond Strength of
Ceramic Tile to Portland Cement.
1.3.1.12 ASTM C567-05a, Test Method for Unit Weight of
Structural Lightweight Concrete.
1.3.1.13 12 ASTM C926, Specification for Application of
Portland Cement-based Plaster.
1.3.1.14 13 ASTM C1325, Specification for Non-Asbestos
Fiber-Mat Reinforced Cement Substrate Sheets
1.3.1.14 ASTM C1670/C1670M, Specification for Adhered
Manufactured Stone Masonry Veneer Units
1.3.1.15 ASTM C1780, Practice for Installation Methods for
Adhered Manufactured Stone Masonry Veneer
1.3.1.15 16 ASTM E84, Test Method for Surface Burning
Characteristics of Building Materials.
1.3.1.16 17 ASTM E119, Test Methods for Fire Tests of
Building Construction and Materials.
1.3.2 TMS 402-13/ACI 530/ASCE 5, Building Code
Requirements for Masonry Structures (TMS 402), The
Masonry Society, American Concrete Institute, Structural
Engineering Institute of the American Society of Civil
Engineers.
1.3.1.3 ASTM C67, Test Methods for Sampling and Testing
Brick and Structural Clay Tile.
1.3.3 TMS 602/ACI 530.1/ASCE 6, Specification for Masonry
Structures (TMS 602-13), The Masonry Society, American
Concrete Institute, Structural Engineering Institute of the
American Society of Civil Engineers.
1.3.1.4 ASTM C144-02, Specifications for Aggregate for
Masonry Mortar.
1.3.4 ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural
Concrete, American Concrete Institute.
1.3.1.5 ASTM C150, Specification for Portland Cement.
1.3.5 UL 263, Fire Tests for Building Construction and
Materials, Underwriters Laboratories.
1.3.1.4 ASTM C109/C109M, Standard Test Method for
Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Cement Mortars (Using 2in. or [50 mm] Cube Specimens)
1.3.6 UL 723, Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of
Building Materials, Underwriters Laboratories.
Comment [NL1]: Plaster is not used often as a
scratch coat or setting bed. Mortar is more
commonly used.
1.3.7 2015, 2012, 2009 and 2006 International Building
Code® (IBC), International Code Council.
1.3.8 2015, 2012, 2009 and 2006 International Residential
Code® (IRC), International Code Council.
1.3.9 Acceptance Criteria for Reinforced Cementations
Sheets Used as Wall and Ceiling Sheathing and Floor
Underlayment (AC376), ICC Evaluation Service, LLC.
1.4 Definitions:
1.4.1 Backing: The surface to which the veneer units are
adhered. The backing may be concrete, masonry or a scratch
coat of cement plaster or masonry mortar applied over metal
or wire fabric lath.
1.4.2 Veneer: A facing attached to a wall for the purpose of
providing ornamentation, protection or insulation, but not
counted as adding strength to the wall.
1.4.3 Adhered Veneer: A veneer secured and supported by
adhesion with an approved bonding material applied over an
approved backing.
1.4.4 Precast Stone Veneer: An adhered veneer made from
lightweight precast concrete, comprised of cement, water
and mineral aggregates, with or without other materials.
Units of precast stone veneer are formed and cast off-site to
provide the appearance of stone or other masonry materials.
1.4.5 Pattern: The repeating combination of veneer units
and mortar joints used to produce the finished architectural
effect.
1.4.6 Scratch Coat: A backing of cement plaster or masonry
mortar applied over metal or wire fabric lath, to which the
veneer units are adhered.
1.4.7 Veneer System: The combination of the veneer units
with the supporting materials used to affix the veneer units
to the supporting wall, including joint mortar, setting bed,
and scratch coat, as applicable.
2.0 BASIC INFORMATION AND REPORTS OF TESTS
2.1 General: The following basic information shall be
submitted:
2.1.1 Product Description:
2.1.1.1 Veneer Materials: Units and constituent materials
used shall comply with either ASTM C1670/C1670M or the
requirements listed below.A description of the constituent
materials of the lightweight concrete used to form the
precast stone veneer units in accordance with the following:
2.1.1.1.1 Provide a description of the constituent materials of
the lightweight concrete used to form the precast stone
veneer units in accordance with the following:
2.1.1.1.1.21 Cement: Type and description in accordance
with Section 3.2.1 of ACI 318.
2.1.1.1.2 Sand: Sand shall be clean and free from
deleterious amounts of loam, clay, silt, soluble salts and
organic matter. Sampling, testing and gradation shall comply
with ASTM C144.
2.1.1.1.1.3 Aggregate: Type and size designation must
comply with ASTM C33/C33M, ASTM C330/C330M or ASTM
C331/C331M, except gradation requirements need not apply.
Gradation, however, shall be specified.
Comment [NL3]: This is not necessary. This is
discussing the sand used in the mix design of the
units. It is already covered in the next section.
2.1.1.1.1.4 Admixtures: Description and purpose of the
admixture shall be specified. Purposes may include, but not
be limited to, expediting setting, enhancing durability and
improving workability.
2.1.1.1.1.5 Colors: To be indicated as surface or integral.
Integral color material shall be an inorganic type that is
nonreactive with the aggregate, cement and other
admixtures.
2.1.1.1.1.6 Mix Design: For each mix design to be
recognized, all of the constituent materials and their
proportions must be listed.
2.1.1.2 Veneer Units:
2.1.1.1.1.2.1 7 Unit Physical Properties: The specified
density and compressive strength of the precast stone veneer
units must be provided.
2.1.1.1.12.2 8 Unit Dimensions: The range of sizes and
shapes of the veneer units must be provided. Veneer units
are limited to 36 inches (914 mm) in the greatest dimension
and 720 square inches (464 515 mm2) in total area. For
installation under the IBC and IRC, the minimum and
maximum average thicknesses of the veneer units are 1/45/8
inch and 2 5/8 inches (6.415.9 and 67 mm), respectively. For
installation under the BNBC and SBC, the veneer units shall be
less than 15/8 inches (41 mm) thick.
Comment [NL4]: This change is consistent with
Table 1405.2 in 2012 IBC.
2.1.1.3 2 Veneer System:
2.1.1.32.1 System Components: System components
shall comply with either ASTM C1780 or the requirements
listed below.
2.1.1.2.1.13.1.1 Mortar: There must be a description of
the type of mortar used for the setting bed and/or scratch
coat. Mortar must comply with 2015 IBC Section 2103.2.4
(2012 IBC Section 2103.9 and 2009 and 2006 IBC Section
2103.8), and 2015 IRC Section R606.2.10 (2012, 2009, and
2006 IRC Section R607.1), as applicable. The thickness of the
Comment [NL5]: The revisions to this section
create two compliance paths – one for materials
and methods that comply with ASTM C1780, and
one for ‘other installations’.
Comment [NL2]: The revisions to this section
create two compliance paths – one for units
complying with ASTM C1670/C1670M, and another
for ‘other units’.
setting bed must be described. The setting bed shall be a
minimum of 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) thick and a maximum of 1¼
inches (32 mm) thick.
2.1.1.2.1.23.1.2 Cement Plaster: If applicable, the type
of plaster used for the scratch coat, in accordance with ASTM
C926, must be described.
2.1.1.2.1.33.1.3 Lath: The type and weight of the lath
and the type, size and spacing of the fasteners used to attach
the lath to the supporting structure must be described. The
lath and its installation shall comply with IBC Section 2510, or
IRC Section R703.6, as applicable.
2.1.1.2.1.43.1.4 Reinforced Cementitious Sheets:
The type and thickness of reinforced cementitious sheets
complying with ASTM C1325, Type A, and with ICC-ES AC376,
shall be described. The allowable transverse load and
installation shall be as described in a valid ICC-ES evaluation
report on the reinforced cementitious sheets.
2.1.2.2 Except when installation is over concrete or
masonry walls, a water-resistive barrier is required under the
precast stone veneer system. The water-resistive barrier shall
comply with IBC Sections 1404.2 and 2510.6 or with IRC
Sections R703.2 and R703.6.3, as applicable.
2.1.2.3.1 General: Instructions shall address each type of
backing, and the structural support system intended,
including metal studs, wood studs, masonry and concrete, in
all interior and exterior locations. At a minimum, instructions
shall include:
a. Lath type and lath installation, including fastening
requirements.
b. Portland cement plaster preparation and installation.
c. Masonry or concrete surface preparation.
d. Mortar preparation, application, thickness and curing
instructions.
2.1.1.2.1.53.2 Physical Properties and Dimensions: A
description of each pattern to be recognized; the average
weight of the installed system for each pattern; the overall
thickness of the system.
e. Application of water-resistive barrier.
2.1.1.34 Veneer Manufacture: Information submitted in
accordance with Appendix A of the ICC-ES Acceptance Criteria
for Quality Documentation (AC10) must include the standard
procedure for manufacture of the precast stone veneer units.
This shall include material proportions, mixing instructions
(including equipment used), methods used for forming the
mixture into proper shapes, curing requirements and storage
requirements.
2.1.2.3.2 Where the veneer units are installed directly onto
the uncured mortar setting bed (brown coat) without a paste
of neat portland cement (as described in TMS 602), the shear
bond of the veneer units to the backing must be determined
in accordance with Section 3.1.3.4 of this critera.
2.1.2 Installation Instructions: The installation instructions
must comply with one of the following:
2.1.2.1 ASTM C1780 and IBC Section 1403.2;
2.1.2.2 IBC Sections 1403.2 and 1405.10.1; or
2.1.2.3 The requirements provided below:
2.1.2.1 The installation instructions must comply with IBC
Sections 1403.2, 1405.10.1 and 2512.1; and Sections 12.1.6
and 12.3.2 of TMS 402-13 (or Sections 6.1.5 and 6.3.2 of TMS
402-11 and -08 and Sections 6.1.5 and 6.3.2 of ACI 530) and
Article 3.3C of TMS 602, or ACI 530.1, as applicable. Where
the veneer units are installed directly onto the uncured
mortar setting bed (brown coat) without a paste of neat
portland cement, as described in Article 3.3C of TMS 602 (or
ACI 530.1), the shear bond of veneer units to the backing
must be determined in accordance with Section 3.1.3.4 of this
criteria.
f. Ambient temperatures for application of veneer.
g. Width of mortar joints.
2.1.2.3.3 Except when installation is over concrete or
masonry walls, a water-resistive barrier is required under the
precast stone veneer system. The water-resistive barrier shall
comply with IBC Sections 1404.2 and 2510.6 or with IRC
Sections R703.2 and R703.6.3, as applicable.
2.1.3 Product Identification and Labeling: The method of
packaging and identifying components shall be specified. A
label on the packaging of the veneer, or on each piece of
veneer, shall bear the manufacturer’s name, the product
name, the pattern name and the ICC-ES evaluation report
number.
2.2 Testing Laboratories: Testing laboratories must comply
with Section 2.0 of the ICC-ES Acceptance Criteria for Test
Reports (AC85) and Section 4.2 of the ICC-ES Rules of
Procedure for Evaluation Reports.
2.3 Test Reports: Test reports must comply with AC85 and
include the following:
1. Witnessing of production, fabrication and installation of
test specimens.
Comment [NL7]: This information is covered in
ASTM C1780, so it is only necessary for installations
not complying with that standard.
Comment [NL6]: Reference to ASTM C1780
should be an acceptable in lieu of specific
instructions. An alternative for system specific
instructions is still maintained.
2. Preparation of test specimens, including complete
description of the specimen components, mix proportions
and curing.
3. Description of test procedures, along with details.
4. Test observations, including description of veneer before
and after testing. Description shall be supported by
photographs.
5. Statement as to whether the test results meet the
conditions of acceptance given in the criteria.
6. Descriptions of veneer units sampled.
7. Unless noted otherwise, age of specimens following
molding or fabrication. Tests must be conducted within 45
days of specimen preparation.
8. Sample curing or conditioning procedures.
2.4 Product Sampling: Test specimens must be
representative of standard manufacture. The test specimens
must be sampled in accordance with Sections 3.1, 3.3 and 3.4
of AC85.
3.0 TEST AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Veneer Units: For each mix design to be recognized, test
data documenting compliance with ASTM C1670/C1670M
must be submitted. As an alternative, data in accordance with
Sections 3.1.1 2 to 3.1.5 6 must may be submitted.
3.1.1Alternatively, where Where more than one mix design is
to be recognized, each test data for each mix design in
accordance with ASTM C1670/C1670M must be submitted, or
a testing program must be submitted to ICC-ES for approval
prior to the commencement of testing. At a minimum, this
testing program must include the following: the mix design(s)
to be tested, the mix designs that are to be qualified based on
the testing, and justification for the selection of the mix
design(s) to be tested.
3.1.1 2 Density: The density of veneer units to be included
in the evaluation report shall be the oven-dry density
determined in accordance with ASTM C140/C140M.C567. The
density may be determined by measurement or by
calculation as allowed by ASTM C567. When the density is
determined by measurement, five samples must be tested
and the average density shall be reported.
3.1.2 3 Weight: The average saturated weight of the
veneer units in each pattern, per unit area of wall, shall be
determined in accordance with Section 4.1.1. The average
saturated weight must not exceed 15 pounds per square foot
(73 kg/m2). The testing laboratory is permitted to verify
compliance of a manufacturer’s multiple patterns with the
15-pounds-per-square-foot requirement by evaluating the
pattern that has been determined to have the highest
average thickness with the heaviest density mixture used for
that pattern.
3.1.3 4 Strength Requirements:
3.1.34.1 Compressive strength tests of veneer mixture
must be conducted in accordance with Section 4.1.3.
Minimum requirements are 1800 psi (12.4 MPa) average for
five specimens. The results for any one sample cannot vary by
more than 10 percent from the average for all samples.
3.1.34.2 Tensile strength tests of veneer mixture must be
conducted in accordance with Section 4.1.5. The results for
any one sample cannot vary by more than 10 percent from
the average for all samples.
3.1.34.3 Flexural tests of veneer mixture must be
conducted in accordance with Section 4.1.4. The results for
any one sample cannot vary by more than 10 percent from
the average for all samples.
3.1.34.4 The bond strength between the veneer unit, the
mortar setting bed and the backing shall be determined in
accordance with Section 4.1.7. The test series must be
repeated for each combination of mortar type and type of
backing to be recognized. The shearing strength must be a
minimum of 50 pounds per square inch (345 kPa). Individual
bond strength result shall be within 20 percent of the average
strength results, or the lowest individual bond strength result
shall be a minimum of 50 pounds per square inch (345 kPa).
3.1.4 5 Absorption: Veneer units must be tested for water
absorption in accordance with Section 4.1.6. Precast stone
veneer units must comply with the water-absorption
requirements in Table 2.
Comment [NL8]: These revisions establish two
compliance paths – either ASTM C1670/C1670M or
the requirements in the AC.
3.1.5 6 Freeze-Thaw: Resistance to freezing and thawing
shall be tested in accordance with Section 4.1.2. Test samples
must not break or disintegrate, and weight loss is limited to 3
percent of original weight.
3.1.6 7 Thermal Resistance (Optional): If thermal
resistance (R-value) of the veneer units is to be addressed,
the results of testing in accordance with an applicable test
method must be submitted.
3.2 Interior Finish (Optional): For precast stone veneer to
be recognized for use as an interior finish, units shall either
comply with ASTM C1670/C1670M or a report of testing in
accordance with ASTM E84 or UL723 must be submitted to
determine the interior finish classification.
3.3 Fire-resistance-rated Construction (Optional):
Testing in accordance with ASTM E119 or UL 263 is required if
fire resistance- rated recognition is sought.
Comment [NL9]: ASTM C140/C140 is a simpler
procedure for absorption, consistent with other
masonry materials, and is consistent with ASTM
C1670/C1670M.
Comment [NL10]: Units complying with ASTM
C1670/C1670M will inherently be non-combustible
and comply with ASTM E84 requirements for
interior finish, so testing is not necessary.
4.0 TEST PROCEDURES
4.1 Units evaluated in accordance with ASTM C1670/C1670M
shall use all test procedures referenced within that standard.
For other units, the following procedures shall be used.
4.1.1 Weight:
1. The average saturated weight of the veneer units shall be
determined by the testing laboratory.
2. The laboratory shall document how the volume of veneer
per unit area of wall is determined.
3. The oven-dry density determined in accordance with
Section 3.1.21 shall be increased by the percentage of water
absorption determined in accordance with Section 3.1.45 and
multiplied by the volume of veneer per unit area of wall to
determine the average saturated weight.
4.1.2 Freeze-thaw Test:
1. Procedures follow those outlined in ASTM C67.
2. After casting and prior to the specimens' being subjected
to the load test after 28 days, the specimens shall be covered
immediately after finishing, preferably with a nonabsorptive,
nonreactive plate or a sheet of tough, durable, impervious
plastic. Wet burlap may be used for covering, but care must
be exercised to keep the burlap wet until the specimens are
removed from the molds. Placing a sheet of plastic over the
burlap will facilitate keeping it wet. Specimens shall be
removed from the molds not less than 20 nor more than 48
hours after casting. While in storage, for a minimum period of
20 hours immediately prior to testing, they shall be immersed
in saturated-lime solution at 73.4 +/- 3°F (23 +/- 1°C). At the
end of the curing period, between the time the specimen is
removed from curing and the time testing is completed,
drying of the surfaces shall be prevented.
3. Reporting procedures follow those specified in the
standard. The report shall include the maximum load
imposed and the flexural strength, calculated as set forth in
Section 8 of ASTM C348.
4.1.5 Tensile Strength:
Veneer specimens must be a minimum of 2 inches (51 mm)
square by the minimum thickness to be recognized. At least
five samples at the minimum thickness are required.
1. Tensile strength tests of veneer mixture are conducted on
samples prepared, stored and tested in accordance with
ASTM C190. A minimum of five specimens is necessary.
2. The specimens are subjected to 50 cycles of freezing and
thawing, unless test specimens break or appear to have lost
more than 3 percent of their original weight, as judged by the
original inspection.
2. Tests are conducted in accordance with the standard,
approximately 28 days after molding of the specimens.
3. Weight loss is determined as a percentage of the original
weight of the dry specimens. The number of cycles causing
disintegration of the specimen must be reported. The manner
of breakage or disintegration must be reported in detail.
4.1.3 Compressive Strength:
1. Compressive strength tests are conducted on cylinders of
veneer mixture prepared, cured, and tested in accordance
with ASTM C192/C192M and ASTM C39/C39M. A minimum of
five samples must be tested.
2. The samples are cured in accordance with the standard and
then tested at the age of 28 days.
3. Reporting procedures shall comply with the standard. The
maximum compressive load imposed on each sample is
reported, along with the compressive strength in pounds per
square inch.
4.1.4 Flexural Strength:
1. Flexural strength tests of veneer mixture are conducted on
samples prepared and tested in accordance with ASTM C348.
A minimum of five samples is necessary.
Comment [NL11]: This revision establishes
ASTM C1670/C1670M testing requirements as
sufficient for compliance. Alternative path to use
AC-51 requirements instead maintained.
3. Reporting procedures follow those specified in the
standard. The maximum load imposed and the tensile
strength in pounds per square inch are to be reported.
4.1.6 Moisture Absorption:
1. A minimum of 10 samples is required.Moisture absorption
shall be conducted in accordance with ASTM C140/C140 on
veneer units.
2. Samples shall be taken from pieces of broken veneer units.
32. The percent of water absorption based on dry weight
shall be reported.
4. Procedure: Loose particles shall be removed by scrubbing
with a fiber brush and clean water. Samples shall be dried in
a well-ventilated oven for 24 hours at a temperature of 221F
(105C) varying not more than 3.6F(2.0C). After drying, the
samples may be cooled at room temperature for 15 minutes
after identifying and weighing to the nearest 0.01 gram. The
samples shall then be immersed in filtered or distilled water
for 48 hours at a temperature of 68F (20C), varying not
more than 9F (5C). One sample shall be removed, its
surfaces wiped dry, and the sample weighed immediately.
The process shall be repeated for each sample.
4.1.7 Shear Bond Strength:
Comment [NL12]: These revisions simplify
moisture absorption to use the same procedures as
that for density. Both properties can be determined
from a single procedure.
4.1.7.1 Shear bond tests shall be conducted in accordance
with
ASTM
C482,
with
the
following
modifications/clarifications:
5.3 For facilities manufacturing units to comply with the
physical requirements contained in this criteria, the following
is required:
1. A minimum of five samples shall be tested.
5.3.12 A qualifying inspection shall be conducted at each
manufacturing facility in accordance with the requirements of
the ICC-ES Acceptance Criteria for Inspections and Inspection
Agencies (AC304)
2. The cement plastermortar, masonry, or concrete backing
shall be substituted for the cement mortar bed specified in
Section 9 of ASTM C482.
3. The cement plastermortar shall be allowed to cure in
accordance with IBC Table 2512.6 and the manufacturer’s
installation instructions, before the veneer units are applied.
4. The veneer units shall be adhered to the backing using the
mortar setting bed recommended by the manufacturer, in
lieu of the pure portland cement paste specified in ASTM
C482. The mortar type, thickness and method of application
shall be described in the test report. The samples shall be
cured in accordance with Section 9.7 of ASTM C482.
5. Dimension C in Figure 3 of the standard may be modified to
match the thickness of the test samples.
6. Where veneer specimens have a back pattern, the pattern
shall be parallel to the direction of loading in the test setup.
4.1.7.2 Compressive strength tests shall be conducted in
accordance with Section 4.3 on concrete cylinders prepared
from the same batch of concrete as the veneer unit samples.
The compressive strength shall be within 10 percent of the
average compressive strength determined in accordance with
Section 3.1.3.1.
4.1.7.3 Compressive strength tests shall be conducted on
the mortar in accordance with ASTM C109/C109M. The
compressive strength of the mortar shall not exceed the
minimum specified compressive strength by more than 10
percent.
4.1.7.4 The maximum load and bond strength for each
sample shall be reported. The mode of failure, i.e., failure of
the veneer unit, bond of the unit to the mortar setting bed, or
bond of the setting bed to the backing, shall be reported.
5.0 QUALITY CONTROL
5.1 Quality documentation complying with the ICC-ES
Acceptance Criteria for Quality Documentation (AC10) shall
be submitted for each facility manufacturing or labeling
products that are to be recognized in the ICC-ES evaluation
report.
5.2 For facilities manufacturing units complying with ASTM
C1670/C1670M, third-party follow-up inspections are not
required.
5.3.2 An annual inspection shall be conducted at each
manufacturing facility in accordance with AC304.
6.0 EVALUATION REPORT RECOGNITION
The evaluation report shall include the following:
6.1 A description of the veneer units, including either the
required reporting information for ASTM C1670/C1670M or
the information from Sections 2.1.1.2 and 2.1.1.32.1.1.1.1.7
and 2.1.1.1.1.8.
6.2 A description of the veneer system, through either a
reference to ASTM C1780 or the information rom 2.1.1.3.
6.2 3 Basic procedures for installation of precast stone
veneer onto each type of backing, or a reference to ASTM
C1780 for installation.
6.3 4 Requirements for water-resistive barrier, flashing and
weep screeds, or a reference to ASTM C1780 for this
information. For installations under the IBC and IRC, weep
screeds and flashing shall comply with 2012 IBC Section
1405.10.2. Weep screeds shall have weepholes at least 3/16
inch (4.8 mm) in diameter, spaced less than 33 inches (838
mm) on center, in accordance with Section 12.1.6.2 of TMS
402-13 (Section 6.1.6.2 of TMS 402-11 and -08), or Section
6.1.5.2 of ACI 530 as applicable.
6.34.1 Clearance of exterior veneer from earth, paving or
exterior walking surfaces shall comply with 2015 and 2012
IBC Section 1405.10.1.3.
Comment [NL14]: When ASTM C1670/C1670M
is used for units, and/or ASTM C1780 is used for
installation, references to the requirements of those
documents should be sufficient for report
compliance.
6.4 5 The evaluation report shall include the following
conditions of use:
6.45.1 Expansion or control joints used to limit the effect of
differential movement of precast stone veneer supports must
be specified by the architect, designer or veneer
manufacturer, in that order. Consideration must be given to
movement caused by temperature changes, shrinkage, creep
and deflection.
6.45.2 For installation in accordance with the IBC, BNBC,
SBC and UBC, supporting wall construction must be designed
to support the weight of the veneer system. Horizontal
framing members, such as lintels and headers, which support
Comment [NL13]: Inspections should not be
necessary for units complying with an established
ASTM standard.
precast stone veneer, must be designed to limit deflection to
1/600 of the span.
6.5.4 When applicable, reinforced cementitious sheets must
be recognized in a valid ICC-ES evaluation report.
6.45.3 In jurisdictions adopting the IRC, where the seismic
provisions of Section R301.2.2 apply, the average weight of
the wall supporting the precast stone veneer, including the
weight of the veneer system, must be determined. When this
weight exceeds the applicable limits of IRC Section
301.2.2.2.1, an engineered design of the wall construction
must be performed in accordance with IRC Section R301.1.3.
Comment [NL15]: This table will need to be
updated to reflect changes to document above.
Attachment 7
Meeting Minutes
ASTM C 15.03.05 Task Group on Revisions to C1670
Sheraton  New Orleans, LA
December 11, 2014  9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Attendance
Task Group Members
Dominick Dowds, Chair
Gilles Biguolas
Rick Garagliano
Brenda Harris
Chris Hines
Ron Kozikowski
William Love
Mark McGinley
Herb Nordemeyer
Keith Poerschke
Manual Ramos
Guests
Tony Fuller
Jeff Speck
Rick Yelton
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 9:30 am.
Approval of Agenda
Review of Ballot Items
Subcmte Ballot C 15 (14-02) Item 16
ASTM C 1670, Spec for Adhered Manufactured Stone Masonry Veneer
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Consideration of Subcmte Negative by Donald Harvey
Consideration of Subcmte Negative by Herb Nordmeyer
Consideration of Subcmte Negative by John Swink
Consideration of Subcmte Negative by Luis Carr
Consideration of Subcmte Negative by Michael D. Lewis
Consideration of Subcmte Negative by William McGinley
Consideration of Subcmte Comment by Ian Chin
o After initial review of all comments and negatives regarding the proposed change to remove the shrinkage
requirements for adhered manufactured stone masonry veneer units a thorough discussion ensued. Mr.
McGinley voiced concerns over bond delamination as a result of an excessive rate of linear drying
shrinkage of units in a wall assembly. All agreed that due to the complexities of this composite wall
system more investigation is necessary to determine an adequate acceptance criterion for linear drying
shrinkage of MSV units, if any. Ron Kozikowski also voiced concerns over the validity of testing per
ASTM C426, and proposed investigating the testing of shrinkage without inducing the initial swell of
units per C426. It was decided to reviewing shrinkage requirements after the conclusion of ongoing
NCMA research regarding MSV units.
Subcmte Ballot C15.03 (14-02) Item 17
ASTM C 1670, Spec for Adhered Manf. Stone Masonry Veneer
 Consideration of Subcmte Negative Vote by Jeffery F. Speck – After discussion by the task group, Mr. Speck’s
negative was found to be persuasive under the rationale that ASTM C330, although technically structured for
structural concrete, is applicable for MSV units, a wet cast product. The more stringent materials requirements of
C330 align within the harsher exposure commonplace with veneer units. It was decided to re-ballot to remove
references to hydrated lime and include relaxation of gradation requirements.
 Consideration of Subcmte Negative Vote by Greg L. Campbell – The task group did not agree with the comments
by Mr. Campbell because language pertaining to the relaxation of gradation requirements is typical to other
concrete masonry related standards. Additionally, allowing variations in gradation allows producers to best
customize aggregates to improve properties of units. Since the negative by Mr. Speck was found to be persuasive,
no official action was necessary on this item.
Main Cmte Ballot C 15 (14-02) Item 19; Subcmte Ballot C15.03 (14-02) Item 18
ASTM C 15.03.05 Task Group on Unit Specifications
Meeting Minutes
December 11, 2014
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Consideration of Subcmte Comment by Michael D. Lewis – Comment was considered by task group and decided
that no further action was necessary
Other Business
Weight Per Square Foot – A draft ballot item was presented to the task group for review to establish a separate subsection of
weight per square foot and reference to the appendix. The task group agreed to the proposed language and to include the
item on the next ballot.
Modifications to C426 for MSV Units – A draft ballot item was presented to the task group for review to provide guidance
regarding specimen requirements for shrinkage testing. Currently there are no requirements for the size of shrinkage
specimens per ASTM C426, the draft ballot item proposes 3x12 inch specimens to be submitted for testing, and in the
instance that MSV units fail to meet the size requirements, an alternative procedure of submitting molded beams for testing
is also concluded. The task group agreed to the proposed language and to include the item on the next ballot.
At time of delivery vs. 28-day requirement – At the time of the meeting, a finalized draft ballot item was not available. It
was discussed the proposed ballot item would further delineate the materials requirements for MSV units between “at time
of delivery” vs. a 28-day requirement. A final draft will be submitted to the task group to review before the next ballot.
Unit Thickness Requirements – A thorough discussion took place concerning the unit thickness requirements of MSV units.
Referencing the IBC and TMS codes, it appears that some may interpret the language to require all MSV units in a given
profile be verified against maximum average thickness requirements. Currently ASTM C1670 only requires the testing of 3
units to ascertain the average unit thickness for a given profile. The consensus from the task group was that, although three
units may not be a large enough sample size, it remains unclear the level of sampling that is necessary to ensure profile meet
the unit thickness requirements. Rick Garagliano volunteered to work with the task group chair in determining options
towards verifying unit thickness and the appropriate level of sampling needed.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 12:00 pm.
Dominick Dowds
Chair, C15.03.05
Meeting Minutes
December 11, 2014
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Meeting Minutes
ASTM C 15.05.11 Task Group on Revisions to C1780
Sheraton  New Orleans, LA
December 11, 2014  8:00 am – 9:30 pm
Attendance
Task Group Members
Dominick Dowds, Chair
Gilles Biguolas
Rick Garagliano
Chris Hines
William Love
Mark McGinley
Herb Nordmeyer
Keith Poerschke
Manuel Ramos
Guests
Tony Fuller
Larry Rasmussen
Rick Yelton
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 8:00 am.
Approval of Agenda
Review of Ballot Items
Main Cmte Ballot C15 (14-02) Item 29
Revision of C1780-2014 Standard Practice for Installation Methods for Adhered Manufactured Stone Masonry Veneer
 Consideration of Main Cmte Negative by Donald Harvey
 Consideration of Main Cmte Negative by Gary Sturgeon
 Consideration of Main Cmte Negative by Michael Lewis
 Consideration of Main Cmte Negative by Rick Garagliano
 Consideration of Main Cmte Comment by Gregg Borchelt
 Consideration of Main Cmte Comment by Herb Nordmeyer
 Consideration of Main Cmte Comment by Dan Zechmeister
o An in-depth discussion ensued over the topic of drainage wall systems. All negatives were considered, and
while some negatives could be addressed as editorial revisions, it was decided to find Mr. Sturgeon
persuasive under the rationale that methods for creating a wall drainage system should be included in a nonmandatory note. A revised ballot item was drafted by consensus during the meeting, with the intent to
include the revised item on the next ballot.
o Specific to Mr. Lewis’ negative, the task group found his negative to be unrelated and required no further
action at this time.
 Consideration of Main Cmte Negative by Dan Zechmeister
 Consideration of Main Cmte Negative by Gary Sturgeon
 Consideration of Main Cmte Negative by Herb Nordmeyer
o All negatives addressed the use of “when necessary” in the ballot item, related to analyzing the adequacy of
the structural back up and attachments in existing wall assemblies for the installation of new veneer. The
task group agreed to attempt to handle this as an editorial revision.
 Consideration of Main Cmte Negative by Gregg Borchelt – Negative was considered and determined to be persuasive
and to be handled as an editorial change, under the rationale that scratch coats may be comprised of a material other
than mortar.
 Consideration of Main Cmte Comment by Dean Cunningham – Comment was considered and the task group felt that
no further action was required at this time.
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Consideration of Main Cmte Comment by Rick Garagliano - Comment was considered and the task group felt that no
further action was required at this time.
 Consideration of Main Cmte Negative by Nick Lang
 Consideration of Main Cmte Negative by Chris Little
 Consideration of Main Cmte Negative by Herb Nordmeyer
 Consideration of Main Cmte Comment by Gregg Borchelt
 Consideration of Main Cmte Comment by Dean Cunningham
 Consideration of Main Cmte Comment by Dominick Dowds
 Consideration of Main Cmte Comment by Rick Garagliano
 Consideration of Main Cmte Comment by Chris Hines
o After a thorough discussion by the task group, all negatives were withdrawn under the agreement that
editorial changes were made the ballot item concerning appropriate reference to explicitly state the inclusion
of WRB in wall assemblies utilizing cement board as a backing substrate.
Other Business
Recommendation for paper back lath with furring strips – a potential ballot item was discussed concerning the requirement
of using paper backed lathe for wall assemblies utilizing furring strips as a means to create a wall drainage system. The use
of paper backed lathe would be an additional safe guard against water intrusion resulting from the cracks that form due to
the variation in thickness of scratch coats where furring is present and not present. Paperbacked lath shall not qualify as an
accepted layer of WRB. A draft of the ballot item will be submitted to the task group for review prior to inclusion on the
next ballot.
Variety of lath – Mr Hines brought to the attention of the task group the subject of applied liquid load bearing WRB
systems. Further investigation into these seems was deemed necessary by the task group, prior to the drafting of any ballot
item looking to include these systems.
Interior vs Exterior Cement Board Application – Mr. Poerschke agreed to work on drafting a ballot item concerning
different requirements for interior vs. exterior use of cement board as a backing substrate. A new items is expected for the
next ballot cycle.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 pm.
Dominick Dowds
Chair, C15.03.05
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