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UL902 (attached) does not acknowledge Powder Actuated Fasteners can be used for deck-to-steel attachments nor are sidelap screws acknowledged. It appears only welding can be used to qualify under this assembly designation for deck-to-steel attachments. UL902 gives permitted sidelap fastening of either welds or button punches...

Plan page S1-3 detail 13, metal stud fastener schedule mark 1. 1 ½” shot pin min embed can only be achieved if the track is predrilled and with 1 ¼” minimum embed per note 3, photos 1. Photos 2 struggles to achieve, see conditions. Please confirm installation in photos 1 is acceptable. Note 1 5/8” shot pin embed is unachievabl...

I have an existing 9 reinforced slab with a new 9 reinforced slab poured over top. Using Hilti HIT-RE V3 anchor bolt, is it acceptable to install anchor through joint? Due to embedment requirements of tank manufacturer, Anchor will be drilled through entire thickness of new slab and 7 inches into existing slab.

Wanting to confirm which firestop details I can use for wire baskets (specifically Flextray FT6x16). I currently have W-L-4011 selected for firestopping these penetrations, however it appears this is not the correct detail for this type of penetrating material.

Looking to use Hit-500 with 1 high strength threaded rod embedded 24 into bedrock. What is pull -out strength of hit-500

I found inserts from ESR-4145, Hilti KCC-WF, etc. however, ESR says it is for dry interior locations. Is it really not adequate to be used for the precast installed outside? If so, any alternative option for exterior use?

How can you get LU credit and a certificate for having watch video?

Do you have a UL assembly system using CP 777 2 hour rated wall to non-rated metal roof. Please see attachment.

Need a tested system or EJ for both parallel and perpendicular metal deck attachment. The deck is protected by fireproofing due to the built up roofing, 1 hour.

I see pull out and Shear LBs values for the anchor. But i need to know what the ultimate Pryout rating in LBs is. That conforms to ASCE-7 and NFPA 13 requirements, either for 2016 and or 2019 edition.