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Designing for Combined Shear and Wind Uplift

Introduces a straightforward solution for builders to meet building code requirements for structural wall systems in high wind areas. The APA system for combined shear and wind uplift is a prescribed three-step design process that builders can follow with minimal added engineering. Issued December 2009. (Form K325 - 4 pages)

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