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[CCMC 13191-R] CCMC Canadian code compliance evaluation

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Compliance opinion

It is the opinion of the Canadian Construction Materials Centre that the evaluated products, when used as exterior decking in accordance with the conditions and limitations stated in this evaluation, comply with the following code:

National Building Code of Canada 2015

ID Code provision Solution type
09-03-02-09-00-0-009.3.2.9. Termite and Decay ProtectionAlternative
09-04-02-03-00-0-009.4.2.3. Platforms Subject to Snow and Occupancy LoadsAlternative
09-04-03-01-00-0-009.4.3.1. DeflectionsAlternative
09-08-09-01-00-0-009.8.9.1. Loads on Stairs and RampsAlternative
09-23-15-05-00-0-009.23.15.5. Subfloor Thickness or RatingAlternative

Ontario Building Code

Ruling No. 08-13-198 (13191-R) authorizing the use of this product in Ontario, subject to the terms and conditions contained in the Ruling, was made by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing on 2008-12-09 (revised 2009-11-30) pursuant to s.29 of the Building Code Act, 1992 (see Ruling for terms and conditions). This Ruling is subject to periodic revisions and updates.


The above opinion(s) is/are based on the evaluation by the CCMC of technical evidence provided by the evaluation holder, and is bound by the stated conditions and limitations. For the benefit of the user, a summary of the technical information that forms the basis of this evaluation has been included.

Product information

Product names

  • MoistureShield® Vantage Decking
  • MoistureShield® Vision Decking

Product description

The products are a wood thermoplastic composite lumber (WTCL) made primarily from equal parts of reclaimed oak hardwood sawdust and reclaimed/recycled polyethylene (HDPE). Both composite products are manufactured through a continuous extrusion process in planks of solid cross-section. The planks are manufactured in nominal dimensions of 25 mm × 137 mm and are available in 3.66 m, 4.88 m and 6.1 m lengths. MoistureShield Vision decking features an exclusive capstock for added fade and scratch resistance.

The products are intended to be used as exterior decking to be installed over traditional structural wood framing, spaced at 400 mm on centre (o.c.), with stair treads installed on stringers spaced at 230 mm o.c.

Isometric profile drawing of the deck boards installation details; the minimum end-to-end gapping, the deck boards, minimum width-to-width gapping, minimum number of joists per plank and maximum joist spacing.
Figure 1. Installation details for the products with hidden fasteners
  1. 3.2 mm to 6.3 mm minimum end-to-end gapping, depending on length of plank and temperature at installation
  2. 5 mm to 6 mm minimum width-to-width gapping, depending on temperature at installation
  3. minimum of three joists per plank
  4. maximum joist spacing of 400 mm o.c.
  5. joist designed to support applicable loads
Isometric profile drawing of the deck boards installation details; the minimum end-to-end gapping, the deck boards, minimum width-to-width gapping, minimum number of joists per plank, maximum joist spacing and fasteners.
Figure 2. Installation details for the products with exposed fasteners
  1. 3.2 mm to 6.3 mm minimum end-to-end gapping, depending on length of plank and temperature at installation
  2. MoistureShield® Vantage and MoistureShield® Vision decking
  3. 5 mm to 6mm minimum width-to-width gapping, depending on temperature at installation
  4. minimum of three joists per plank
  5. maximum joist spacing of 400 mm o.c
  6. joist designed to support applicable loads
  7. two fasteners, 64 mm long, per support

Manufacturing plant

This evaluation is valid only for products produced at the following plant:

Product namesManufacturing plant
Springdale, AZ, US
MoistureShield® Vantage DeckingProduct evaluated by the CCMC
MoistureShield® Vision DeckingProduct evaluated by the CCMC

Product evaluated by the CCMC Indicates that the product from this manufacturing facility has been evaluated by the CCMC

  Conditions and limitations

The CCMC’s compliance opinion is bound by this product being used in accordance with the conditions and limitations set out below.

  • The products must be installed with supports spaced no greater than 400 mm on centre (o.c.). Each plank must be supported by at least three supports.
  • The products must be fastened to the wood joists with fasteners specified by the manufacturer that conform to Article 9.23.3.1., Standards for Nails and Screws, of Division B of the NBC 2015. The fasteners must have a corrosion-resistant coating or be made of stainless steel. The planks must be fastened with at least two 64-mm-long fasteners per support.Footnote (1)
  • The products must not be installed under 5°C.
  • The products must be gapped end-to-end based upon the length of the plank and the temperature at installation. The end-to-end gapping must be: 
    • 6.3 mm for installations below 10°C,
    • 5.5 mm for installations between 10°C and 15°C,
    • 4.7 mm for installations between 15°C and 20°C,
    • 3.2 mm for installations above 20°C, and
    • If end use temperature is expected to be higher than 35°C, consult the manufacturer for gaping requirement.
  • The width-to-width gapping must be 5mm to 6mm.
  • The products can be used as stair treads at 230 mm (9 in.) o.c. spacing.
  • Slip-resistant strips shall be provided in accordance with Article 9.8.9.6, Finish for Treads and Landings, of Division B of the NBC 2015.
  • The products are not to be considered as an equivalent to dimensional lumber.
  • The products are permitted where decay resistance is required as per Sentence 9.3.2.9.(3)(a), of Division B of the NBC 2015.
  • The products are permitted where termite resistance is required, as per Sentence 9.3.2.9.(1)(b), of Division B of the NBC 2015.

  Technical information

This evaluation is based on demonstrated conformance with the following criteria:

Evaluation requirements
Criteria number Criteria name
CCMC-TG-067314.01-15CCMC Technical Guide for Wood Thermoplastic Composite Lumber Exterior Decking

The evaluation holder has submitted technical documentation for the CCMC’s evaluation. Testing was conducted at laboratories recognized by the CCMC. The corresponding technical evidence for this product is summarized below.

Material requirements 

Table 1. Results of testing of basic physical and mechanical properties
Property Unit Requirement ResultTable footnote (1)Table footnote (2)
Dimensional change – coefficient of linear expansion (thermal) – longitudinal cm/cm/°C < 2×10-5 3.63×10-5Table footnote (3)
Dimensional change – coefficient of linear expansion (swelling) – oven-dry to vacuum pressure soak % ≤ 0.5, by 80% of specimens 0.06
Strength and stiffness – modulus of elasticity (MOE) – span-to-depth ratio within 18 to 21 MPa ≥ 750 1 449
Strength and stiffness – modulus of rupture (MOR) – span-to-depth ratio within 18 to 21 MPa ≥ 9 24.42
Impact resistance - Izod impact, notched J/m > 53.4 29.9Table footnote (4)
Hardness - 11.28-mm-diameter ball kN > 1.8 4.72
Creep, recovery and load duration % ≤ 25 for creep 11.3
Creep, recovery and load duration % ≥ 75 for recovery 96.9
Creep, recovery and load duration % No failure Pass
Strength and stiffness after aging – weathering – impact resistance % ≥ 75 of non-weathered value 103
Strength and stiffness after aging – accelerated aging – MOE % ≥ 50 of non-aged value 106
Strength and stiffness after aging – accelerated aging – MOR % ≥ 50 of non-aged value 100
Fastener holding capacity – nail withdrawal strength N ≥ 600 3 219
Fastener holding capacity – lateral nail strength N ≥ 720 2 098

 

Table 2. Results of Testing of Decay, Termite and Slip-resistance Properties of the Product
Property Requirement Result
Decay resistance - % loss in weight Mean percentage loss in weight after exposure to decay-causing fungi must be equal to or better than preservative-treated wood conforming to CAN/CSA-O80.1-M97, “Preservative Treatment of All Timber Products by Pressure Processes” PassedTable footnote (1)
Decay resistance - % loss compressive strength Mean percentage loss in compressive strength after exposure to decay-causing fungi must be equal to or better than preservative-treated wood conforming to CAN/CSA-O80.1-M97, “Preservative Treatment of All Timber Products by Pressure Processes” PassedTable footnote (1)
Termite resistance Rating must be equal to or better than preservative-treated wood conforming to CAN/CSA-O80.1 PassedTable footnote (2)
Slip resistance (longitudinal) - wet condition - MoistureShield® Vantage Slip coefficient ≥ 0.5 0.38Table footnote (3)
Slip resistance (longitudinal) - dry condition - MoistureShield® Vantage Slip coefficient ≥ 0.5 0.33Table footnote (3)

Performance requirements 

Table 3. Results of testing of performance under both concentrated static loads and impact loads
Property Unit Requirement ResultTable footnote (1)
Concentrated static load – decking at 50°C – minimum ultimate load kN ≥ 2.45 3.02
Concentrated static load – decking at 20°C – minimum ultimate load kN ≥ 2.45 4.03
Concentrated static load – decking at -35°C – minimum ultimate load kN ≥ 2.45 5.94
Concentrated static load – decking at 50°C – maximum deflection under 0.89-kN load mm ≤ 2.0 5.32Table footnote (2)
Concentrated static load – decking at 20°C – maximum deflection under 0.89-kN load mm ≤ 2.0 3.19Table footnote (3)
Concentrated static load – decking at -35°C – maximum deflection under 0.89-kN load mm ≤ 2.0 2.31Table footnote (3)
Following impact load of 102 N·m – decking at 50°C – minimum ultimate load kN ≥ 1.78 No break
Following impact load of 102 N·m – decking at 50°C – maximum deflection under 0.89-kN load mm ≤ 2.0 3.57Table footnote (2)

 

Table 4. Results of testing of durability
Property Requirement Result – S-P-F lumber Result – MoistureShield® Vantage and MoistureShield® Vision
Bending stiffness Mean percentage loss in bending stiffness (MOE) after ultraviolet (UV) exposure Table footnote (1) and accelerated aging Table footnote (2) must be less than or equal to spruce lumber 30.8% 31.3%Table footnote (3)
Bending strength Mean percentage loss in bending stress (MOR) after UV exposureTable footnote (1) and accelerated aging Table footnote (2) must be less than or equal to spruce lumber 28.7% 25.8%

 

Table 5. Results of testing of performance under concentrated static load stair tread
Property Unit Requirement ResultTable footnote (1)
Concentrated static load – stair tread – minimum ultimate load kN ≥ 5Table footnote (2) 5.44
Concentrated static load – stair tread nosing – minimum ultimate load kN ≥ 5Table footnote (3) 7.04
Concentrated static load – stair tread – maximum deflection under 1 kN mm ≤ 0.75 2.50Table footnote (4)

Additional performance data

Data in this section does not form part of the CCMC’s opinion. 

Table 6. Results of testing of additional performance data
Property Unit Reference value Result
Flame spread rating - ≤ 200 135Table footnote (1)
Smoke development - Report value SDC > 500 (estimated) Table footnote (1)

 

Administrative information

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It is the responsibility of the user to confirm that the assessment they are using is current and has not been withdrawn or superseded by a later version on the CCMC Registry of Product Assessments.

Disclaimer

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) has evaluated only the characteristics of the specific product described herein. The information and opinions in this evaluation are directed to those who have the appropriate degree of experience to use and apply its contents (such as authorities having jurisdiction, design professionals and specifiers). This evaluation is valid when the product is used as part of permitted construction, respecting all conditions and limitations stated in the evaluation, and in accordance with applicable building codes and by-laws.

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