The VMC Group:

• Ensures that manufacturers are in compliance, maintain “on line” performance and carry IBC tqualification and certification
• Provides turnkey solutions for IBC Certification and OSHPD Seismic Qualifications

The VMC Group, a leader in IBC Certification, was the first agency to obtain certification as a "Seismic Qualification Agency." This certification ensures that our qualification and certification services are provided in accordance with IBC requirements.

Our seismic qualification and certification services are in accordance with:

• International Building Code (IBC)
• OSHPD/California Building Code
• ICC-ES AC156
• ASCE Standard 7

Our equipment seismic qualification services are based on both analysis and shake table testing.

The VMC Group, through its proven IBC/OSHPD Signature Methodology provides:

• Development of product matrices
• Management of shake table testing
• Performance of structural analysis and mathematical modeling (FEA modeling)
• OSHPD/OSP preapproval service
• PE Stamps for every state required and where required, California SE stamps
• Issuance of the certificates of compliance and product labeling required by code