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The Story Behind IRC Wall Bracing Provisions

In this article, the derivation of the IRC wall bracing provisions is documented and discussed in view of the technical research, engineering analyses, and judgments they embody.

The Story Behind the 2009 IRC Wall Bracing Provisions (Part 2: New Wind Bracing Requirements)

This article documents the development of a rational and quantitative wall bracing analysis approach for resisting wind loads. The efforts have led to new wall bracing provisions in the 2009 IRC for wind.

Welcome to Applied Building Technology Group

At ABTG, we believe sound science and engineering are the foundation of building design, construction, and material innovation.

Standards Development

ABTG Standards Announcement

Final Action on ANSI/ABTG FS 100-2025, Standard Requirements for Wind Pressure Resistance of Foam Plastic Insulating Sheathing Used in Exterior Wall Covering Assemblies (revision of ANSI/ABTG FS 100-2012 (R2018)) was published on June 20, 2025, in Volume 56, No.

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