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TONAWANDA, N.Y., June 21,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Taylor Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ
SmallCap: "TAYD") the world leader in providing innovative shock
and vibration mitigation solutions, announced today that it has
received ICC approval for an innovative building design method
using what is called the Taylor Damped Moment Frame™ (TDMF™). It
allows structural engineers to easily incorporate fluid dampers
into the design of new buildings in earthquake zones.
The TDMF™ design procedure offers a simplified and
prescriptive alternative to the current building code. It will
streamline the process of using Taylor Devices' fluid dampers in
new buildings. The design procedure was developed, validated and
published in accordance with the International Code Council
Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) AC 494, which defines criteria for
alternative methods for seismic force resisting systems.
"After engaging in an extensive research & development
project over the last few years, we are now able to fully deploy
this revolutionary method to the civil engineering community. This
will ultimately result in more buildings using fluid dampers that
protect them from the harmful effects of earthquakes." said
Alan Klembczyk, president of Taylor Devices "This new
prescriptive method provides a simplified step-by-step procedure
for structural engineers to follow and eliminates complex analysis
that was previously required. This is a win-win as buildings can be
designed to be safer during earthquakes and at less cost. We expect
that this will help bolster sales and contribute to our
growth."
Konrad Eriksen, Structural
Products Sales Director for Taylor Devices added: "We have already
had widespread interest in the TDMF™. Many structural engineers are
already using the procedure as building designs with dampers can
now be done relatively quickly. The method has been fully peer
reviewed by experts which now removes the need for project-specific
peer review."
Incorporated in 1955, Taylor Devices, Inc. leads the way in
offering innovative solutions for the toughest shock and vibration
challenges. The company designs and manufactures shock absorbers,
liquid springs, shock isolation systems, seismic dampers, vibration
dampers, custom actuators, and other types of hydro-mechanical
energy management products. Taylor Devices' products are backed by
their 67+ years of successful experience in the shock and vibration
control field.
For more information on the TDMF™ and fluid dampers
please visit our website and contact us at
www.taylordevices.com
Taylor Devices, Inc.
Contact: Artie Regan
Regan & Associates, Inc.
(212) 587-3005 (phone)
(212) 587-3006 (fax)
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