[CCMC 13302-R] CCMC Canadian code compliance evaluation
From: National Research Council Canada

CCMC number: | 13302-R |
Status: | Active |
Issue date: | 2008-03-12 |
Modified date: | 2022-11-21 |
Evaluation holder: | Oldcastle APG Permacon
8145, rue Bombardier |
Product name: | Suretouch |
Code compliance: | NBC 2015 |
Evaluation requirements: |
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In most jurisdictions this document is sufficient evidence for approval by Canadian authorities.
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It is the opinion of the Canadian Construction Materials Centre that the evaluated product, when used as a masonry veneer cladding for buildings under the scope of Part 9 in accordance with the conditions and limitations stated in this evaluation, complies with the following code:
National Building Code of Canada 2015
ID | Code provision | Solution type |
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09-20-02-07-00-0-00 | 9.20.2.7. Compressive Strength | Alternative |
09-20-06-04-00-0-00 | 9.20.6.4. Masonry Veneer | Alternative |
09-20-09-05-00-0-00 | 9.20.9.5. Ties for Masonry Veneer | Acceptable |
09-20-12-03-00-0-00 | 9.20.12.3. Corbelling for Masonry Veneer | Acceptable |
09-20-13-06-00-0-00 | 9.20.13.6. Flashing for Weep Holes in Masonry Veneer | Acceptable |
The above opinion is 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 name
SuretouchProduct description
The product is a concrete brick or stone facing veneer wall cladding system that is made using premoulded polystyrene panels and thin masonry units, which are manufactured from a mixture of Portland cement, water and suitable aggregates, with or without the inclusion of other materials. During the installation each thin masonry unit is friction-fitted into a moulded cell of the polystyrene panel. The polystyrene panels are moulded into a pattern that predetermines the location and size of the brick or stone. The polystyrene panels are fastened to the wall studs using special anchors.
The bricks or stones are 45 mm thick and after installation their joints are filled with mortar. The anchors projecting between the masonry units ensure a secure mechanical resistance of the facing veneer. These projections are completely embedded in the joints of the mortar, so the anchors bind the cladding to the studs of the wall that they cover.
Figure 1. Suretouch
Figure 2. Suretouch wall cladding system cross-section
Figure 3. Suretouch windowsill cross-section and lintel cross-section
Figure 4. SureTouch support with brick ledge and SureTouch support using a steel starter strip
Manufacturing plant
This evaluation is valid only for products produced at the following plant:
Product name | Manufacturing plant |
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Ville d’Anjou, QC, CA | |
Suretouch | Product 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 product may be used as cladding for wood-frame housing conforming to Part 9 of Division B of the NBC 2015.
- The product may be used on one- and two-storey wood-frame housing using Table 9.23.10.1., Size and Spacing of Studs, of Division B of the NBC 2015 for stud size and spacing. Studs must be spruce-pine-fir (S-P-F) grade No. 2 or better.
- Connectors used with the product must have a corrosion protection coating or be made of stainless steel.
- The steel flashing and counterflashing units holding the windowsill must comply with Section 3.1 of CSA S136-07, “North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members,” and have a minimum protection coating of 275 g/m2 (G90) or better.
- The wall sheathing membrane must conform to Article 9.27.3.2., Sheathing Membrane Material Standard, of Division B of the NBC 2015 and must be installed on the wall sheathing prior to installing the polystyrene panels.
- An elastomeric membrane or metallic flashing must be used for flashing above window and door openings in accordance with Article 9.20.13.1.
- The wall sheathing membrane must overlap the elastomeric membrane by at least 100 mm.
- Maximum wind load must be limited to ≤ 1 kPa.
- No earthquake resistance study has been provided at this time.
- For seismic areas, a professional engineer must be consulted for compliance with Part 4, Structural Design, of Division B of the NBC 2015.
- This product must be identified with the phrase “CCMC 13302-R.”
- Installation must follow the manufacturer’s current instructions. Detailed instructions for the installation of the masonry veneer must be in accordance with the installation manual dated May 2013.
Technical information
This evaluation is based on demonstrated conformance with the following criteria:
Criteria number | Criteria name |
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CCMC-TG-074450-15 | CCMC Technical Guide for Thin Stone/Brick Exterior Finish System |
The evaluation holder has submitted technical documentation for the CCMC evaluation. Testing was conducted at laboratories recognized by CCMC. The corresponding technical evidence for this product is summarized below.
General requirements
Masonry brick properties
Property | Unit | Requirement | Result |
---|---|---|---|
Dimensions overall, variations | mm | If dimensions are different than those specified in CSA A165-94, report all dimensions of the stone/brick unit. Check standard for permissible variations. | Report results |
Compressive strengthTable footnote (1) | MPa | ≥ 25 | Pass |
Maximum saturation coefficient | − | Average 0.78 | Pass |
Maximum saturation coefficient | − | Individual 0.80 | Pass |
Oven dry mass density | kg/m3 | Over 2 000 | Pass |
Water absorption (per unit weight) | % | Maximum 8 | Pass |
Linear shrinkage | % | ≤ 0.45 | Pass |
Moisture content | % | ≤ 45% of total absorption | Pass |
Wall component properties
Property | Requirement | Result |
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Polystyrene | Certified to ULC S701 | Pass |
Mortar and groutTable footnote (1) | Complies with CSA A179-94 | Pass |
TiesTable footnote (2) | Complies with Article 9.20.9.5. | Pass |
Performance requirements
Wall cladding structural stability
Property | Requirement | Result |
---|---|---|
Structural stabilityTable footnote (1) | Wall to show no damage | Pass |
Wall resistance to water penetration
Property | Requirement | Result |
---|---|---|
Water penetration and drainage | No water penetration | Pass |
Wall cladding resistance to wind loading
Property | Unit | Requirement | Result |
---|---|---|---|
Exterior cladding | kPa | Table C-2, Hourly Wind Pressure, of Appendix C of Division B of the NBC 2015 (wind load effects) | 2.1 kPa |
Administrative information
Disclaimer
This evaluation is issued by the Canadian Construction Materials Centre (CCMC), a part of the Construction Research Centre at the National Research Council of Canada (NRC). The evaluation must be read in the context of the entire CCMC Registry of Product Assessments and the legislated applicable building code in effect.
The CCMC was established in 1988 on behalf of the applicable regulator (i.e., the provinces and territories) to ensure—through assessment—conformity of alternative and acceptable solutions to regional building codes as determined by the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) as part of the issuance of a building permit.
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