Published: 2025-07-22 | Updated: 2025-07-24
ICC-ES Approval: NOW certified for Seismic Safety
CELO's Direct Impact Fixings have been officially Seismic Certified by ICC-ES
We’re proud to announce that our Direct Impact Fixings (DIF) have obtained the prestigious ICC-ES certification, now officially listed under ESR-4511. This certification evaluates the performance of selected XHA Nails and plastic accessories in tension and shear forces when driven into normal-weight concrete, following the AC70 acceptance criteria.Â
With this recognition, our products are now approved for use in U.S. construction projects that require ICC-ES compliance, including those in seismic zones. The certification covers both static and certain seismic load conditions, making our solutions more versatile and reliable for a range of applications.
Advantages of ICC-ES approved fixings
- Verified performance: ICC-ES is the most recognized product evaluation service in the U.S.
- Reliable quality: Ongoing evaluation ensures consistency, safety, and long-term product confidence.
- Compliance: Certified for use in construction projects that require ICC-ES approval, including public works and commercial buildings.
- Seismic safety: Approved for certain seismic load conditions. Ideal for earthquake-prone areas like Central and South America, where seismic-certified products are often required by regulation.
- Trusted by Engineers & Inspectors: Recognized and accepted by building officials.
ICC-ES Certified Nails and Accessories
These are the products that have been evaluated and approved under ICC-ES report ESR-4511, meeting the highest standards for performance and compliance in concrete installations.
* The Nails XHA sizes ICC-ES approved are the 27, 32, and 38mm.
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