ICC ES Report 5358
Press Release
March 28, 2025

SPAX® Earns ICC-ES Evaluation Report for Expanded Selection of Structural Fasteners for Mass Timber Applications

March 10, 2025 – SPAX® Engineered Fasteners, a brand of ALTENLOH, BRINCK & CO. US, INC., announces that it has received an official Evaluation Report from the International Code Council Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) for its structural fasteners in mass timber applications.
BRYAN, Ohio – SPAX® Engineered Fasteners, a brand of ALTENLOH, BRINCK & CO. US, INC., announces that it has received an official Evaluation Report from the International Code Council Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) for its structural fasteners in mass timber applications. The ESR-5358 report includes SPAX structural fasteners, including fully and partially threaded fasteners, in a variety of sizes and screw-head types. They are code listed and compliant with the standards set by the International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC). Made in the USA and Germany, the structural fasteners will be highlighted in the fast-growing mass timber market.

The ICC-ES Evaluation Report offers independent verification for builders, engineers and code officials, confirming that SPAX structural fasteners comply with rigorous performance and safety standards. Through extensive testing and manufacturing quality assessments, the ICC-ES ensures that SPAX fastening solutions meet or exceed industry standards for strength, durability, and reliability in structural applications.

“The SPAX team is proud to expand its selection of code-compliant structural fasteners through our latest ICC-Evaluation Report,” said Matthew Smith, Director of Product Management, ALTENLOH, BRINCK & CO. “The ICC-ES report solidifies our commitment to providing code-compliant, high-performance fastening solutions that streamline installation, while ensuring long-term structural integrity and meeting the highest industry standards.”

Learn more at ICC-ES website at https://icc-es.org/evaluation-report-program.