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Seismic Load Rating Overview
StackWall is engineered to stay upright & safe in a California earthquake. Even if the ground shakes, your wall won't.
How StackWaII Performs Under Seismic Loads
- Designed to Meet All Seismic Categories:
Calculations are based on typical California soil conditions (calculations will vary depending on location). StackWall can meet code requirements for all Seismic Design Categories for residential & commercial. - Engineered for Earthquake Forces:
Withstood lateral seismic loads up to 1.892 kips with minimal deflection (only -0.16 inches).
This level of force is similar to what you'd see in a strong California quake (around Magnitude 6.5 to 7.0) depending on the location & soil. StackWall is designed to withstand this kind of intense shaking. - Strong Foundation System:
StackWaIl uses deep, reinforced footings designed to resist sliding, overturning, & uplift. - Code-Compliant Across California:
Meets or exceeds seismic requirements under the California Building Code (CBC 2022) & IBC standards.
Seismic Load Ratings Overview for Exterior Walls
SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY | SEISMIC RISK LEVEL | TYPICAL USE CASE | WALL REQUIREMENTS |
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A | Very Low | Areas with minimal seismic risk | Basic wall design; little or no seismic detailing |
B | Low | Light residential zones | Minor reinforcement; standard footings |
C | Moderate | General U.S. building zones | Requires lateral load analysis |
D | High | Most of California | Reinforced design; deep footings; engineered system |
E / F | very High / Special Soils | Near major fault zones, soft soil | Specialized structural design; strict oversight |