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Catalog UK2008 Web
Catalog UK2008 Web
FOR TIMBER
AND MASONRY
CONSTRUCTION
C-UK08
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Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction
1ARB Arrisrail Bracket 121 HIU Heavy Face Fix 60-63 PBS Post Base With Stand Off 92
1EXT Wall Extension Profile 103 I-Joist Hanger PC Post Cap 93
1FUR Wall Extension Profile 103 HIUB Heavy Metal Web Hanger 78-81 PEB Plasterboard Edge Bead 114
1MPP Galvanised Wall Extension Profile 103 HJHM Heavy Masonry Solid Joist Hanger 25-27 PP Elevated Post Base 92
1MPS Stainless Steel Wall Extension Profile 103 HJHMI Heavy Masonry I-Joist Hanger 28-30 PSB Plaster Stop Bead 114
A Angles 85 HRC Hip Ridge Connector 83 PWT Party Wall Tie 101
A34 Framing Anchor 84 HSA Herringbone Joist Strut 99 RBL Ribbed Metal Lathing 117
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A35 Flexible Framing Anchor 84 HSUL Heavy 45 Skewed Left I-Joist Hanger 66 RR Ridge Rafter Connector 43
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ABE Economy Post Anchor Base 92 HSUR Heavy 45 Skewed Right I-Joist Hanger 66 RTA Rigid Tie Angle 86
AM Semi-Circular Archmaker 118-119 HU Heavy Face Fix I-Joist Hanger 64-65 SAB Standard Angle Bead 115
BI Top Flange I-Joist Hanger 56-57 HUS Heavy Mono Truss Hanger 71 SAE Heavy Face Fix Hanger 40-41
BSB Bracing Shelf Support Bracket 76 IRC Insulation Retaining Clip 110 SAI Heavy Face Fix Hanger 40-41
BSP Bridging Section 118-119 ITB Backer Free I-Joist Hanger 46-48 with Concealed Flanges
BTS4 Brick-Timber Stainless Steel Wall Tie 110 ITBS Backer Free Skewed I-Joist Hanger 50-51 SCREWS 21, 82
C2K Crocodile Wall Exntension Profile 102 ITT Top Flange I-Joist Hanger 54-55 SES I-Joist End Seal 32-33
CB Welded Column Base 92 IUB Face Fix Metal Web Hanger 78-81 SFC Surface Fix Channel 106-107
CBR Masonry Reinforcement Mesh 115 IUT Face Fix I-Joist Hanger 60-62 SFH Safety Fast Hanger 22-23
CC Column Caps 93 JHA Joist Hanger with Adjustable Height 38-39 SFHI Safety Fast Hanger for I-Joist 34-36
CJ Ceejay Construction Joint Former 104-105 JHM Masonry Joist Hanger 25-27 SFJC Safety Fast Joist Cap 24, 31
CJGCCW Crack Control Wall Starter 108 JHMI Masonry I-Joist Hanger 28-30 SFWH Safety Fast Welded Joist Hanger 22-23
CLIP Wall Panel Clips 121 L Light Restraint Strap 96-97 SFWHI Safety Fast Welded Joist Hanger 34-36
COR Semi-Circular Arch Formers 118-119 L70 Reinforcing Angle 85 for I-Joist
CP Cam Plates 76 LBV Top Flange I-Joist Hanger 56-57 SPA Sole Plate Anchor 120
DML Expanded Metal Lathing 116 LES Light Engineered Restraint Strap 94-95 SPWG Square Plate Washer 120
DSTC Double Sided Timber Connector 91 LS Skewable Angle 91 SSTC Single Sided Timber Connector 91
E Angle Bracket 86 LSSU Light Sloped/Skewed 68 STB Bonded Strip Wall Tie 109
EA Light Reinforced Angle Bracket 87 I-Joist Hanger STDB Debonded Strip Wall Tie 109
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EC Light Angle Bracket 87 LSTA Strap Tie 99 SUL/R 45 Skewed Left/Right Joist Hanger 43
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EFIXR Adjustable Angle Bracket 88 LSU Light Sloped/Skewed 68 SUL/RI 45 Skewed Left/Right I-Joist Hanger 66
EFIXS Adjustable Angle Bracket 88 I-Joist Hanger T Brackets 91
END Multi Angle Bracket 88 LTS Light Twist Strap 99 TBE Truss Bearing Enhancer 74
EPC End Post Cap 93 LUP Speed Prong Joist Hanger 42 TC Scissor Truss Clip 75
ERS Bell End Render Stop Bead 114 LUS Light Mono Truss Hanger 71 TCB Thin Coat Angle Bead 115
ES Nail Plate Angle Bracket 88 LWTS Brick-Brick Stainless Steel Wall Tie 110 TCP Truss Clip 70
ESP Extra Soffit Piece 118-119 MH Mini Joist Hanger 42 THA Truss Hanger, Adjustable Height Strap 72
ETFS Timber Frame Hold Down Strap 100 MH Mini Joist Hanger for I-Joists 64 THAI Adjustable Height I-Joist Hanger 67
FB Fixing Band 99 MJC Multi Joist Connector 49 THG Truss Girder-Girder Hanger 73
FMS Folded Mini Strap 98 MIT Medium Top Flange 54-55 TLT Twist Lock Ties 106-107
FT Frame Tie 109 I-Joist Hanger TPA Tie Plate 76
GLTV Welded Top Flange EWP Hanger 58-59 MIU Medium Face Fix 60-63 TU Concealed Beam Hanger 44-45
GS Glide Shoe 70 I-Joist Hanger U Face Fix Hanger for I-Joist 64-65
H High Wind Ties 90 MMB Mini Mesh Bead 115 VPA Variable Pitch Connector 69
H Heavy Restraint Strap 96-97 MP Mending Plate 121 VTC2 Valley Truss Clip 77
HES Heavy Engineered Restraint Strap 94-95 MTS Medium Twist Strap 99 WBT Window Board Tie 109
HGUS Heavy I-Joist Hanger 66 MVB Movement Bead 114 WP Warwick Semi-Circular Arch Former 118-119
HGUS Heavy Girder Truss Hanger 71 NAILS 20 WPU Welded Top Flange EWP Hanger 58-59
HI Scrolled Hip Iron 121 NS Nail Stopper 120 ZS Slotted Z Clip 52
HITB Heavy Backer Free 46-48
I-Joist Hanger
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CONNECTOR SELECTOR
CONNECTOR SELECTION KEY Products are divided into twelve categories, identified by tabs along the page’s outer edge.
Straps 94-101
Miscellaneous 120-121
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The following indices have been added to help identify and locate the sections of this catalogue which are most relevant to the
Engineered Timber sector.
The three sections identied here: Timber Frame, I-Joist and Truss & Metal Web, can also be provided as a separate dedicated pdf
file which is available via download from www.strongtie.co.uk or as a CD-ROM available from Simpson Strong-Tie on request.
1ARB Arrisrail Bracket 121 HSA Herringbone Joist Strut 99 PBS Post Base With Stand Off 92
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A Angles 85 HSUL Heavy 45 Skewed Left I-Joist Hanger 66 PC Post Cap 93
A35 Flexible Framing Anchor 84 HSUR Heavy 45o Skewed Right I-Joist Hanger 66 PP Elevated Post Base 92
ABE Economy Post Anchor Base 92 HU Heavy Face Fix I-Joist Hanger 64-65 PWT Party Wall Tie 101
BI Top Flange I-Joist Hanger 56-57 HUS Heavy Mono Truss Hanger 71 RR Ridge Rafter Connector 129-150 43
BSB Bracing Shelf Support Bracket 76 ITB Backer Free I-Joist Hanger 46-48 RTA Rigid Tie Angle 86
BTS4 Brick-Timber Stainless Steel Wall Tie 110 ITBS Backer Free Skewed I-Joist Hanger 50-51 SAE Heavy Face Fix Hanger 40-41
CB Welded Column Base 92 ITT Top Flange I-Joist Hanger 54-55 SAI Heavy Face Fix Hanger 40-41
CC Column Caps 93 IUB Face Fix Metal Web Hanger 78-81 with Concealed Flanges
CP Cam Plates 76 IUT Face Fix I-Joist Hanger 60-62 SCREWS 21, 82
DSTC Double Sided Timber Connector 91 JHA Joist Hanger with Adjustable Height 38-39 SES I-Joist End Seal 32-33
E Angle Bracket 86 JHM Masonry Joist Hanger 25-27 SFH Safety Fast Hanger 22-23
EA Light Reinforced Angle Bracket 87 JHMI Masonry I-Joist Hanger 28-30 SFHI Safety Fast Hanger for I-Joist 34-36
EC Light Angle Bracket 87 L70 Reinforcing Angle 85 SFJC Safety Fast Joist Cap 24, 31
EFIXR Adjustable Angle Bracket 88 LBV Top Flange I-Joist Hanger 56-57 SFWH Safety Fast Welded Joist Hanger 22-23
EFIXS Adjustable Angle Bracket 88 LES Light Engineered Restraint Strap 94-95 SFWHI Safety Fast Welded Joist Hanger 34-36
END Multi Angle Bracket 88 LS Skewable Angle 91 for I-Joist
EPC End Post Cap 93 LSSU Light Sloped/Skewed 68 SPA Sole Plate Anchor 120
ES Nail Plate Angle Bracket 88 I-Joist Hanger SPWG Square Plate Washer 120
ETFS Timber Frame Hold Down Strap 100 LSTA Strap Tie 99 SSTC Single Sided Timber Connector 91
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FB Fixing Band 99 LSU Light Sloped/Skewed 68 SUL/R 45 Skewed Left/Right Joist Hanger 43
FMS Folded Mini Strap 98 I-Joist Hanger SUL/RI 45o Skewed Left/Right I-Joist Hanger 66
FT Frame Tie 109 LTS Light Twist Strap 99 T Brackets 91
GLTV Welded Top Flange EWP Hanger 58-59 LUP Speed Prong Joist Hanger 42 TBE Truss Bearing Enhancer 74
GS Glide Shoe 70 LUS Light Mono Truss Hanger 71 TC Scissor Truss Clip 75
H High Wind Ties 90 LWTS Brick-Brick Stainless Steel Wall Tie 110 TCP Truss Clip 70
HES Heavy Engineered Restraint Strap 94-95 MH Mini Joist Hanger 42 THA Truss Hanger, Adjustable Height Strap 72
HGUS Heavy I-Joist Hanger 66 MH Mini Joist Hanger for I-Joists 64 THAI Adjustable Height I-Joist Hanger 67
HGUS Heavy Girder Truss Hanger 71 MJC Multi Joist Connector 49 THG Truss Girder-Girder Hanger 73
HITB Heavy Backer Free 46-48 MIT Medium Top Flange 54-55 TPA Tie Plate 76
I-Joist Hanger I-Joist Hanger TU Concealed Beam Hanger 44-45
HIU Heavy Face Fix 60-63 MIU Medium Face Fix 60-63 U Face Fix Hanger for I-Joist 64-65
I-Joist Hanger I-Joist Hanger VPA Variable Pitch Connector 69
HIUB Heavy Metal Web Hanger 78-81 MP Mending Plate 121 VTC2 Valley Truss Clip 77
HJHM Heavy Masonry Solid Joist Hanger 25-27 MTS Medium Twist Strap 99 WBT Window Board Tie 109
HJHMI Heavy Masonry I-Joist Hanger 28-30 NAILS 20 WPU Welded Top Flange EWP Hanger 58-59
HRC Hip Ridge Connector 83 NS Nail Stopper 120 ZS Slotted Z Clip 52
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Masonry
for Timber
Connectors
and Masonry Construction
I-JOIST
C2K Crocodile
ALPHABETICAL PRODUCT INDEX
Wall Extension Profiles
BI Top Flange I-Joist Hanger 56-57 ITBS Backer Free Skewed I-Joist Hanger 50-51 SAE Heavy Face Fix Hanger 40-41
CB Welded Column Base 92 ITT Top Flange I-Joist Hanger 54-55 SAI Heavy Face Fix Hanger 40-41
CC Column Caps 93 IUT Face Fix I-Joist Hanger 60-62 with Concealed Flanges
EPC End Post Cap 93 JHMI Masonry I-Joist Hanger 28-30 SCREWS 21, 82
FMS Folded Mini Strap 98 LBV Top Flange I-Joist Hanger 56-57 SES I-Joist End Seal 32-33
GLTV Welded Top Flange EWP Hanger 58-59 LS Skewable Angle 91 SFHI Safety Fast Hanger for I-Joist 34-36
HES Heavy Engineered Restraint Strap 94-95 LSSU Light Sloped/Skewed 68 SFJC Safety Fast Joist Cap 24, 31
HGUS Heavy I-Joist Hanger 66 I-Joist Hanger SFWHI Safety Fast Welded Joist Hanger 34-36
HGUS Heavy Girder Truss Hanger 71 LSU Light Sloped/Skewed 68 for I-Joist 129-150
HITB Heavy Backer Free 46-48 I-Joist Hanger SUL/R 45o Skewed Left/Right Joist Hanger 43
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I-Joist Hanger MH Mini Joist Hanger for I-Joists 64 SUL/RI 45 Skewed Left/Right I-Joist Hanger 66
HIU Heavy Face Fix 60-63 MJC Multi Joist Connector 49 THAI Adjustable Height I-Joist Hanger 67
I-Joist Hanger MIT Medium Top Flange 54-55 TU Concealed Beam Hanger 44-45
HJHMI Heavy Masonry I-Joist Hanger 28-30 I-Joist Hanger U Face Fix Hanger for I-Joist 64-65
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HSUL Heavy 45 Skewed Left I-Joist Hanger 66 MIU Medium Face Fix 60-63 VPA Variable Pitch Connector 69
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HSUR Heavy 45 Skewed Right I-Joist Hanger 66 I-Joist Hanger WPU Welded Top Flange EWP Hanger 58-59
HU Heavy Face Fix I-Joist Hanger 64-65 NAILS 20 ZS Slotted Z Clip 52
ITB Backer Free I-Joist Hanger 46-48 PC Post Cap 93
A35 Flexible Framing Anchor 84 HSUR Heavy 45o Skewed Right I-Joist Hanger 66 SAI Heavy Face Fix Hanger 40-41
ABE Economy Post Anchor Base 92 HUS Heavy Mono Truss Hanger 71 with Concealed Flanges
BSB Bracing Shelf Support Bracket 76 IUB Face Fix Metal Web Hanger 78-81 SCREWS 21, 82
CB Welded Column Base 92 JHA Joist Hanger with Adjustable Height 38-39 SFH Safety Fast Hanger 22-23
CC Column Caps 93 JHM Masonry Joist Hanger 25-27 SFHI Safety Fast Hanger for I-Joist 34-36
CP Cam Plates 76 JHMI Masonry I-Joist Hanger 28-30 SFJC Safety Fast Joist Cap 24, 31
DSTC Double Sided Timber Connector 91 LBV Top Flange I-Joist Hanger 56-57 SSTC Single Sided Timber Connector 91
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E Angle Bracket 86 LES Light Engineered Restraint Strap 94-95 SUL/R 45 Skewed Left/Right Joist Hanger 43
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EPC End Post Cap 93 LS Skewable Angle 91 SUL/RI 45 Skewed Left/Right I-Joist Hanger 66
HES Heavy Engineered Restraint Strap 94-95 LUS Light Mono Truss Hanger 71 THG Truss Girder-Girder Hanger 73
Mini Joist Hanger for I-Joists 64 TPA Tie Plate 76
HGUS Heavy Girder Truss Hanger 71 MH
HIUB Heavy Metal Web Hanger 78-81 MP Mending Plate 121 TU Concealed Beam Hanger 44-45
HJHM Heavy Masonry Solid Joist Hanger 25-27 MTS Medium Twist Strap 99 VPA Variable Pitch Connector 69
HJHMI Heavy Masonry I-Joist Hanger 28-30 NAILS 20 VTC2 Valley Truss Clip 77
WPU Welded Top Flange EWP Hanger 58-59
HRC Hip Ridge Connector 83 RR Ridge Rafter Connector 43
ZS Slotted Z Clip 52
HSUL Heavy 45o Skewed Left I-Joist Hanger 66 SAE Heavy Face Fix Hanger 40-41
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Connectors
Masonry Connectors
for Timber and Masonry Construction
NEW
C2K Crocodile
PRODUCTS FOR
Wall Extension 2008
Profiles
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CE Marking:
A New Quality Standard 129-150
All this is your guarantee that our structural products meet all the building
regulations and standards, and your assurance that at
Simpson Strong-tie we never take quality for granted.
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CE Marking: A New Quality Standard
Background
In 1985 a “New Approach to Technical Harmonization” was introduced through the European Commission (EC). A list
of Directives was formulated for a wide range of product types. E.g. electrical goods, toys...
The standards define the requirements to determine suitability of the products for use under the Construction
Products Directive. They also make provision for CE Marking of products to demonstrate the product conforms to the
Essential Requirements of the CPD. Harmonised Standards have not been developed for all products but it is possible
to obtain European Technical Approvals (ETA) when a European Technical Approval Guideline (ETAG) exists.
Simpson Strong-Tie’s range of products is mainly covered by the following European Standards and ETAG’s which
have been used as the basis for capacity determination and CE Marking:
Design Methods
European Design Standards, Eurocodes, are also being developed which will become compulsory early in 2010 and
supersede the existing national design codes.
The Eurocodes which impact on the Simpson Strong-Tie range of products are:
Most of the current UK national design standards are based on limit state design except for BS5268 for Structural
Timber Design which still uses allowable stress methods. Eurocode 5 introduces limit state design principles to
structural timber design in the UK for the first time. This requires the designer to use characteristic values for the
product capacities. The characteristic capacities (or resistances) are modified by partial safety factors to arrive at
design capacities. These factors generally increase the loads and decrease the capacity.
In timber design the duration of loading also influences the design capacity and a modification factor is applied
dependent on the duration.
Connector down loads are typically Medium Term Duration with a kmod = 0.8
Connector uplift are typically Short Term Duration with a kmod = 0.9
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This catalogue generally presents characteristic resistances for timber to timber connectors as Modified
Characteristic Resistances i.e. the characteristic value having been modified by the appropriate kmod factor.
Please note the kmod factor does not apply to masonry hangers and connectors.
129-150
Actual Applied Loads x Partial Safety Factor on Loads = Design Load (or Factored Load)
Characteristic Capacity x kmod / Partial Safety Factor on Materials = Design Capacity
OR Modified Characteristic Capacity / Partial Safety Factor on Materials = Design Capacity
Design Load < Design Capacity
As we are in a period of transition between the use of allowable load and limit state design this catalogue includes
both types of capacity.
NOTE It is important Characteristic or Design Capacities are not compared with Actual Applied Loads when
selecting and designing a connector. Design Capacities i.e Characteristic Capacities factored as described above,
shall only be used to check against factored design loads.
The Allowable load design method utilises a Global Safety Factor to reduce the Ultimate or Failure Load to a
Safe Working Load, this must be greater than the Actual Applied Load.
Characteristic Capacity1
x Kmod
Design Capacity
Design Load
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A connector is just a connector.
Isn’t it?
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Safer buildings. Stronger construction.
Faster projects. Better service.
129-150
These are the things that make Simpson Strong-Tie the most
effective supplier of timber to timber, timber to masonry and
timber to metal connectors in Europe.
We lead the way in a few more areas too. We design, test and
manufacture more than any other company. And we have a
wider range with a larger stockholding capacity than any other.
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Dedicated Support: A new service
for the Engineered Timber Industry.
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Every connector, in every box, comes
complete with a market-leading service for
customers. That’s Dedicated Support.
We’re here to help you build faster, safer and more profitably.
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Quik Drive R
Drywall Course
Drywall Fine
Decking
Pan Head
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Fast, Simple, Reliable.
The units are lubricated for life when manufactured, ensuring the
minumum wear and tear to the unit. When used in conjunction
with the extension kit (shown opposite) you’ll also experience a
lot less wear and tear to your knees and back too, especially when
working on flooring or difficult to reach applications.
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PRODUCT USE
Products in this catalogue are designed and manufactured for the specific purposes shown, and should not be used with
other fixings not approved by a qualified designer. Modifications to products or changes in installation procedures should
only be made by a qualified designer.
The performance of such modified products or altered installation procedures is the sole responsibility of the designer.
INDEMNITY
The Buyer’s shall indemnify Simpson Strong-Tie against any claim or liability in respect of any infringement of a patent or
registered design, copyright or other industrial property resulting from compliance with the Buyer’s instructions, express or
implied, and the Buyer undertakes further to indemnify the Simpson Strong-Tie for any loss, damage or expense in respect
of any liability arising under or by reason of the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act 1987 in relation to the
specification or design of such goods or any similar legislation in any other country in which the goods are supplied.
Consult Simpson Strong-Tie for applications requiring modified products, or for fixings for use in hostile environments,
with excessive wood shrinkage, or with abnormal loading or erection requirements.
Non-catalogue products must be designed by the customer and will be fabricated by Simpson Strong-Tie in accordance
with customer specifications. Simpson Strong-Tie cannot and does not make any representations regarding the suitability
of use or load-carrying capacities of non-catalogue products.
Simpson Strong-Tie provides no warranty, express or implied, on non-catalogue products. Any party modifying
Simpson Strong-Tie products must provide the installer with specific instructions on the modified product’s
specifications, installation, and use.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Simpson Strong-Tie warrants catalogue products to be free from defects in material or manufacturing. Simpson Strong-Tie
products are further warranted for adequacy of design when used in accordance with design limits in this catalogue, and
properly specified and installed.
In the event of any error in any dimension, capacity, performance or other description or information which has formed a
representation or is part of a contract, Simpson Strong-Tie’s liability in respect of any direct loss or damage sustained by
the Buyer as a result of such error shall not exceed the price of the goods in respect of which the description or information
is incorrect.
Simpson Strong-Tie will only be liable to the Buyer in respect of the matters set out in the above two paragraphs provided
that the Buyer has given notice of the defect as soon as reasonably possible and shall have either returned the goods to
Simpson Strong-Tie at Simpson Strong-Tie’s expense or provided authority for Simpson Strong-Tie’s servants, or agents
to inspect them. Save as provided in these conditions Simpson Strong-Tie shall have no further liability in respect of any
direct or consequential loss or damage sustained by the Buyer arising from or in connection with any defect or error as
aforesaid.
Except for the terms implied in the contract by section 12 of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 all conditions, warranties and other
terms, express or implied statutory or otherwise, are expressly excluded, save insofar as they are contained in these
conditions or otherwise expressly agreed by Simpson Strong- Tie in writing. If any legislation shall make it unlawful to
exclude any term from the contract the foregoing provision will not apply to any such term.
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COMPANY PROFILE
Everyone is responsible for product quality and is committed to ensuring the effectiveness of the Quality Management System.
Quality Approval
Our European Test Laboratory located in Tamworth, Staffordshire
is the first manufacturer’s facility to achieve third party accreditation
to the international standard BS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005.
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• Comply with relevant environmental legislation, industry codes of practice and other requirements.
• Avoiding, controlling or reducing pollution resulting from its operations.
• Take account of the concerns of interested parties such as regulators, shareholders, employees and the public.
• Set objectives to drive continual improvement programmes and regularly review environmental performance to evaluate effectiveness.
• Ensure that all persons working for or on behalf of the branch are aware of this policy and are trained in their environmental responsibilities.
• Make this policy available to customers and the public on demand.
This policy has been implemented within the framework of an environmental management system designed to meet the
requirements of BS EN ISO 14001, to which the Simpson Strong-Tie obtained certification in 2007.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
General Notes
This catalogue reflects changes in the allowable loads and configurations of some Simpson Strong-Tie® products. This catalogue is effective until 31st
December 2008 and supercedes all information in earlier publications of products shown. Information on safe working loads and configurations is updated
periodically. After 31st December 2008, contact Simpson Strong-Tie® for the most current product information.Allowable loads in the catalogue are for
the described specific applications of properly-installed products. Product modifications, improper loading or installation procedures, or deviations from
recommended applications will affect connector allowable load-carrying capacities.
These notes are provided to ensure proper installation of Simpson • Take wood shrinkage into account when designing and installing connections.
Strong-Tie® products and must be followed fully. Simpson manufactures products to fit common drytimber dimensions. If you
require a connector with dimensions other than those listed, Simpson may be
• Simpson Strong-Tie® reserves the right to change specifications, designs and able to vary connector dimensions; contact the factory.
models without notice.
• Top flange hangers may cause unevenness. Possible remedies should be
• Steel used for each Simpson Strong-Tie® product is individually selected evaluated by a professional and include using a face-fixing hanger or removing
based on the product’s steel specifications, including strength, thickness, material to accommodate the top flange thickness.
formability, finish, and weldability. Contact factory for steel information on
specific products. • Multiple member timbers must be fastened together to act as one unit to resist
the applied load.
• Unless otherwise noted, dimensions are in millimeters (mm) and loads are
downloads in kilo Newtons (kN). • Do Not Overload. Do not exceed the safe working load (SWL) which would
jeopardise the connection.
• Unless otherwise noted, allowable loads are for use with C16 (SC3) timber.
Products assessed in the USA were evaluated with Spruce-Pine-Fir timber. • Some model configurations may differ from illustrations shown. Contact factory
for details.
• Unless otherwise noted, bending steel on site may cause fractures at the bend
line. Fractured steel will not carry the load and must be replaced. Products • Fill all fastener holes with fastener types specified in the tables, unless otherwise
designed for bending at time of installation should only be bent once. noted. When nailing options are noted, the fasteners must be the correct type
and location to obtain full loading.
• A fastener that splits timber will not take the design load. Evaluate splits to
determine if the connection will perform as required. Dry wood may split more • Hanger options—some combinations of hanger options have not been
easily and should be evaluated as required. If wood tends to split, consider evaluated. In some cases, combinations of these options may not be
pre-boring holes with diameters not exceeding 75% of the nail diameter. installable. Horizontal loads induced by sloped joists must be resisted by other
members in the structural system. A qualified designer must always evaluate
• Timber shrinks and expands as it loses and gains moisture, particularly each connection, including the carried and carrying member limitations, before
perpendicular to grain. specifying the product.
• The Safe Working Loads (SWL) shown in the Simpson Strong-Tie® Standards; BOCA, Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc.;
publications for the United Kingdom are derived from tests, calculations and and others. In these cases Safe Working Loads (SWL’s) are determined with the
assessments performed in the UK and the USA. use of data obtained through product load testing to destruction (except for
straight straps). The SWL is limited by the breaking strength divided by 3 or the
• The Safe Working Loads for timber-to-timber hangers showing the BM TRADA load at which the carried member reaches 3mm deflection with respect to the
Certification Q-Mark are based on testing and analysis carried out by TRADA carrying member.
Technology Ltd. (TTL). This work was conducted using the methods and crite-
ria developed by TTL under a joint Government/Industry sponsored research • Wood shear is not considered in the loads given; reduce allowable loads when
project intended to develop a British Standard method of characterising the wood shear is limiting.
performance of timber-to-timber hangers.
• Simpson Strong-Tie® strongly recommends the following addition to
• SAFE WORKING LOADS (SWL) are presented for use in permissible stress design construction drawings and specifications: substitutions for Simpson Strong-
in accordance with BS 5268: Part 2: 2002 for Service Classes 1 and 2. Tie® products must be pre-approved in writing by the designer’.
• Loads from Germany were in accordance to DIN design criteria and testing • Verify that the dimensions of the supporting members are sufficient to receive
required for Zulassung certification by the Institute für Bautechnique. the specified fasteners.
• Some products in this catalogue are designed, tested and evaluated in • Some catalogue illustrations show connections that could cause cross grain
accordance with U.S. industry standards including: 1997 National Design tension or bending of timber if not sufficiently reinforced.
Corrosion Resistance
Connectors are steel and will corrode and lose load-carrying capacity if exposed to ocean salt air, corrosive fire-retardant chemicals, fertilizers, or other substances that
adversely affect steel. In corrosive environments, especially for connectors that are not exposed to rain or periodic washing, deterioration will occur at a faster rate. The service
life of galvanized connectors in a temperate marine environment can be greatly improved by homeowner maintenance. Fasteners of comparable material should be used to
install the product.
Pressure-preservative treated and fire-retardant wood can be caustic to zinc coated (or galvanised) steel. Galvanised connectors should not be placed in contact with treated
wood that has not been properly air-seasoned or properly kiln dried. See material supplier for specific recommendations.
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HANGER OPTIONS
Options and Terminology
This information applies only to hangers manufactured by Simpson Strong- FINISH: See specific hanger tables. WM specials are hot dip galvanised
Tie and installed as per our installation instructions. Some combinations of after manufacture. All other welded hangers can be supplied with a
these options on a single hanger have not been evaluated. In some cases, galvanised or powder coated finish.
combinations of these options may not be installable. A qualified engineer
must always evaluate each connection, including header and joist INSTALLATION: Fastener quantities may be increased beyond the amount
limitations, before specifying the product. specified in the standard hanger table. Fill all holes with the table specified
fastener type.
Testing is performed using a standardised hanger test method. The joist in WHEN PLACING AN ORDER: Use the abbreviations below to order
the test set up may include a certain amount of structural stability. Header specials. The example shows a WPU200/45 hanger and illustrates most
and other attached structural; members are assumed fixed in actual available options: most special hangers have only a few of these features.
installations. Horizontal loads, induced by sloped joists, must be resisted
by other members in the structural system.
Terminology - refer to the table below for limits and possible combinations.
Skewed Seat Sloped Seat Sloped Top Flange Offset Top Flange
Skewed Seat: Skewed left or right, on plan. Suitable for floor or roof members skewed at an angle to the support. Specify skew angle and direction.
Sloped Seat: Sloped up or down on plan. Suitable for roof rafters supported on ridge beam. Specifiy slope angle and up or down.
Sloped Top Flange: Top flange sloped down to the left or right. Suitable for roof member supported on main rafter. Specify slope angle to horizontal,
slope down to left or right and low, centre or high side of stirrup flush with header.
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Offset Top Flange: Stirrup is offset to right or left end of the top flange, as viewed from joist. Suitable for support of trimmer beams from end of main
beam. Specify offset right or left.
Straddle: Two stirrups directly opposite each other. Suitable for support of joists on either side of main support beam. Specify width of support beam or
wall.
Concealed Flanges: SAE, HU and U hangers flanges concealed. Specify both flanges or single left or right flange concealed. For SAE minimum width
100mm, for HU & U minimum width 70mm.
Return Top Flange:Masonry JHM, HJHM & WHM hanger. Specify return R dimension.
B/BI 45 O 45 O 30 O
GLTV 50 O 45 O 30 O
HJHM - - -
O O
HU 67.5 45 -
O
JHM 45 - -
LBV 45 O 45 O 30 O
THG 45 O 30 O -
O
TU 45 - -
U 67.5 O 45 O -
O O
WPU 45 45 -
1. Refer to product section for applicable load reductions due to hanger options.
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Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction
NAILS
Many Simpson Strong-Tie® products are designed to use common nails, 3.75mm x 30mm 3.75mm x 75mm 4.0mm x 100mm
readily available to builders. Certain applications require special fasteners, Square Twist Smooth Shank Smooth Shank
such as those with length limitations or for use in hostile environments.
The table below shows common nails referred to in our design literature along
with special fasteners we supply upon request. Fasteners are only included
where specifically indicated in the current price list.
3.75 x 38 0.77
3.75mm x 75mm
3.75 x 30 0.72
Nailing Identification
Dome Double Positive Speed IUS ITT
Nailing Shear Angle Prongs Snap Tab
Nailing Nailing Detail Nailing
Double Shear Nailing: The nail is installed into the joist and header, distributing the load through two points on each joist nail for greater strength.
Positive Angle Nailing: Provided when wood splitting may occur, and to speed installation.
Speed Prongs: Used to temporarily position and secure the connector for easier and faster installation.
IUS Snap Detail:The “Snap-In” teardrops and Strong-Grips allow the I-joist to “snap” in securely without the need for joist nails.
ITT Tab Nailing: The nail is hammered in at an angle to prevent the wood from splitting.
Hexagonal Holes: For use with SDS Screws (see opposite page).
Obround Holes: Used to provide easier nailing access in tight locations. Fasteners may be installed at an angle.
Diamond Holes: Optional holes to temporarily secure connectors to the member during installation.
Triangle Holes: Provided on some products in addition to round holes. Fill triangular holes when specified.
SCREWS
A new double barrier coating finish provides corrosion resistance superior to hot-dip galvanaisation.
Now one screw can handle interior, exterior and certain pressure treated wood application.
INSTALLATION:
SH
• For best installation use a low speed drill with 9.5mm ( 3 \8 ) hex head driver.
• The bottom of the screw head shall be installed flush to the surface of the member being connected.
• Do not over drive the Strong-Drive screws.
• Edge, end and spacing distances shall be sufficient to prevent splitting of the timber.
• Strong-Drive screws are recommended for use in dry conditions.
• Care should be taken during construction to prevent prolonged exposure to water or wet weather.
• Predrilling may be necessary depending upon the timber type and density.
• For further detailed installation instruction contact Simpson Strong-Tie’s Technical Department. L1
The Simpson Strong-Tie screw has a needle point with cutter drive that ensures fast starts; a double
threaded shank reduces installation time and cost; a deep Phillips drive that reduces stripping and a
wafer head with a low profile finish.
For Metal Web Joist applications, please refer to page 84. For further
capacity and load information visit: www.strongtie.co.uk/bulletins.
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Masonry Hangers
The SFH Safety Fast Hangers are an innovative range of products that have been
designed to support timber joists, beams and trussed rafters from masonry walls SFH
without the need of supporting masonry above the top flange.
• Requires no masonry above the top flange to achieve the published S.W.L,’s Loads.
• Improved vertical and lateral load distribution.
• MiniStrap simply hooks onto the hanger.
• Enables the construction of the floor deck prior to the next lift of masonry.
• Reduces Health & Safety risks associated with the use of the traditional masonry
hangers with no masonry above.
• Eliminates the need for propping.
• MiniStrap provides lateral restraint capacity in accordance with CERAM, NHBC and
Zurich guidelines.
• Allows for retrofit of lateral restraint straps.
• Web stiffeners are not required with I-joist to achieve the load tables.
MATERIAL:
• The floor decking may be stored on the joists provided the load is uniformly
distributed between the several joists and does not exceed the hanger or joist SWL’s.
Refer to joist manufacturer or supplier for joist capacity and maximum construction
loads.
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Masonry Hangers
SFH/SFWH Safety Fast Masonry Restraint Hangers
1. Loads are based upon tests conducted by CERAM Building Technology Ltd and are determined in accordance with EN 845 and BS6178.
2. Hanger SWL’s are achieved without masonry above the top flange.
3. The block thickness must be the same as the top plate width.
4. The lateral capacity exceeds that provided by traditional straps placed at 2m centres.
5. 3.75 x 30 refers to galvanised square twist nail (not supplied with hanger).
Joist Size Hanger Dimension (mm) Joist Size Hanger Dimension (mm)
Model No. Model No.
Width Height Width (W) Height (H) Width Height Width (W) Height (H)
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Masonry Hangers
The SFJC is designed to be used where timber joists are built into
a masonry external wall and eliminates the air leakage problems
associated with shrinkage of timber joists.
The SFJC does not provide any lateral stability to the joists
during construction phase. It is therefore necessary to install
temporary bracing in accordance with the joists manaufacturers
instructions and/or standard construction practice, to ensure
temporary stability of the floor joists.
• Solid sawn joists up to 50mm wide and 225mm high can be installed directly into the
SFJC225/50.
• Nail the floor joist to the SFJC using four No 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails through the Typical SFJC225/50 Installation
holes located in the side flanges.
• Solid sawn joists up to 50mm wide and 300mm high can be installed directly into
the SFJC305/50. For narrower joist widths use the wedge cut outs to pack the
joist.
• Partly drive a 3.75 x 30mm square twist nail into the bottom chord of the joist in
front of the wedge to secure them in place.
SFJC225/50 50 225 - - - 50
up to 225
SFJC225/100 100 225 - - - 100
SFJC305/50 50 305 up to 50 up to 50
up to 302 9 to 12 up to 300
SFJC305/100 100 305 up to 100 up to 100
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Masonry Hangers
JHM/HJHM Masonry Supported Joist Hangers
JHMs and HJHMs are one piece non-welded joist hangers for supporting timber joists,
beams and trussed rafters from masonry walls. JHM
• Built-in inspection slot at the base of the hanger to aid inspection from the ground.
• HJHM: Heavy duty masonry hanger for higher load carrying capacity.
• Top flange provides widest area in contact with masonry support allowing superior
performance. Embossments on JHM stiffen top flange and holes allow improved
mortar keying.
• JHM side flange on deeper hangers is much higher than traditional style, providing
greatly enhanced resistance to joist rotation.
• Regularised Timber: we have added new sizes to our JHM range to suit regularised
timber. Use 47mm or 91mm width hangers for this new application.
MATERIAL:
INSTALLATION:
OPTIONS
table.
Fasteners
Safe Working
Model No.
Load (kN)
Steel Support Joist Nails (mm)
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Masonry Hangers
JHM HANGERS FOR TIMBER AND TRUSS HJHM HANGERS FOR TIMBER AND TRUSS
Joist Size Hanger Dimension (mm) Joist Size Hanger Dimension (mm)
Model No. Model No.
Height Height
Width Height Width (W) Width Height Width (W)
(H) (H)
100 JHM100/38 38 100 150 HJHM150/75 75 140
125 JHM125/38 38 125 175 HJHM175/75 75 165
150 JHM150/38 38 140 200 HJHM200/75 75 190
2ply 35 or 75
35 175 JHM175/38 38 165 225 HJHM225/75 75 215
200 JHM200/38 38 190 250 HJHM250/75 75 240
225 JHM225/38 38 215 300 HJHM300/75 75 290
250 JHM250/38 38 240
150 HJHM150/100 100 140
100 JHM100/47 47 100
175 HJHM175/100 100 165
125 JHM125/47 47 125
200 HJHM200/100 100 190
150 JHM150/47 47 150 2ply 50 or 100
225 HJHM225/100 100 215
44 175 JHM175/47 47 175
250 HJHM250/100 100 240
200 JHM200/47 47 200
300 HJHM300/100 100 290
225 JHM225/47 47 225
150 HJHM150/125 125 140
250 JHM250/47 47 250
200 HJHM200/125 125 190
100 JHM100/50 50 100 2ply 63
225 HJHM225/125 125 215
125 JHM125/50 50 125
250 HJHM250/125 125 240
150 JHM150/50 50 140
150 HJHM150/150 150 140
50 175 JHM175/50 50 165
3ply 50 or 2ply 200 HJHM150/150 150 190
200 JHM200/50 50 190
75 225 HJHM150/150 150 215
225 JHM225/50 50 215
250 HJHM150/150 150 240
250 JHM250/50 50 240
3ply 63 225 HJHM225/190 190 215
125 JHM125/63 63 125
150 HJHM150/200 200 140
150 JHM150/63 63 140
175 JHM175/63 63 165 4ply 50 or 2ply 200 HJHM200/200 200 190
63 100 225 HJHM225/200 200 215
200 JHM200/63 63 190
225 JHM225/63 63 215 250 HJHM250/200 200 240
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Masonry Hangers
JHM/HJHM Masonry Supported Joist Hangers
75 - 200 140 - 400 2 3.75 x 30 10.62 10.60 13.50 15.90 15.90 20.25
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91 - 200 140 - 400 8 4.00 x 90 10.60 10.60 15.52 15.90 15.90 23.28
201 - 300 140 - 400 2 3.75 x 30 8.50 8.50 10.80 12.75 12.75 16.35
1. Test conducted by CERAM Building Technology in accordance with EN846-4 and evaluated in accordance with EN845-1.
2. 3.75 x 30 refers to square twist nails.
3. Loads apply to solid block with minimum compressive strengths indicated. The block thickness must be at least the same size as the top flange length, as shown in the
illustrations above. For straddle hangers the minimum S dimension is 100mm to achieve published loads, except for HJHM hangers which must be twice the top flange length
of a single hanger.
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Masonry Hangers for I-Joists
JHMIs and HJHMIs are one piece non-welded joist hangers for supporting timber joists,
beams and trussed rafters from masonry walls. JHMI
• Built-in inspection slot at the base of the hanger to aid inspection from the ground.
• HJHMI: Heavy duty masonry hanger for higher load carrying capacity.
• Top flange provides widest area in contact with masonry support allowing superior
performance. Embossments on JHMI stiffen top flange and holes allow improved
mortar keying.
• Side flange is much higher than traditional style, providing greatly enhanced
resistance to joist rotation.
MATERIAL:
INSTALLATION:
OPTIONS
• Other widths and heights available to order. Contact Simpson Strong-Tie for details.
1. The above Safe Working Loads are based upon product tests using four No Hilti 12mm X-EDNI steel pins fired
through holes provided in the top flange of the hangers onto 4mm thick steel plate. Other pins may be used
provided similar structural performance in verified by the pin manufacturer. Pin Head size must be sufficient to
prevent pull through during loading.
2. The designer must ensure that the steel support member will support the imposed loads.
3. Install shot-fired pins in accordance with manufacturers instructions.
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75 - 200 140 - 400 2 3.75 x 30 10.62 10.60 13.50 15.90 15.90 20.25
91 - 200 140 - 400 8 4.00 x 90 10.60 10.60 15.52 15.90 15.90 23.28
201 - 300 140 - 400 2 3.75 x 30 8.50 8.50 10.80 12.75 12.75 16.35
1. Test conducted by CERAM Building Technology in accordance with EN846-4 and evaluated in accordance with EN845-1.
2. 3.75 x 30 refers to square twist nails.
3. Loads apply to solid block with minimum compressive strengths indicated. The block thickness must be at least the same size as the top flange length, as shown in the
illustrations above. For straddle hangers the minimum S dimension is 100mm to achieve published loads, except for HJHM hangers which must be twice the top flange
length of a single hanger.
4. Shading Indicates installation requires web stiffeners when used to support I-joists.
JHMI HANGERS FOR ENGINEERED WOOD HJHMI HANGERS FOR ENGINEERED WOOD
Joist Size Hanger Dimension (mm) Joist Size Hanger Dimension (mm)
Model No. Model No.
Width Height Width (W) Height (H) Width Height Width (W) Height (H)
114 JHMI114/40 40 114 195 HJHMI195/78 78 195
140 JHMI140/40 40 140 220 HJHMI225/78 78 225
184 JHMI184/40 40 184 235 HJHMI235/78 78 235
195 JHMI195/40 40 195 2ply 38 240 HJHMI240/78 78 240
220 JHMI225/40 40 225 245 HJHMI240/78 78 240
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235 JHMI235/40 40 235 300 HJHMI300/78 78 300
240 JHMI240/40 40 240
400 HJHMI400/78 78 400
245 JHMI240/40 40 240
145 HJHMI145/91 91 145
300 JHMI300/40 40 300
184 HJHMI184/91 91 184
350 JHMI350/40 40 350
145 JHMI145/47 47 145
195 HJHMI195/91 91 195
184 JHMI184/47 47 184 200 HJHMI200/91 91 200
195 JHMI195/47 47 195 220 HJHMI225/91 91 225
200 JHMI200/47 47 200 2ply 45 or 89 235 HJHMI235/91 91 235
220 JHMI225/47 47 225 240 HJHMI240/91 91 240
45 235 JHMI235/47 47 235 245 HJHMI240/91 91 245
240 JHMI240/47 47 240 300 HJHMI300/91 91 300
245 JHMI240/47 47 240 350 HJHMI350/91 91 350
300 JHMI300/47 47 300 400 HJHMI400/91 91 400
350 JHMI350/47 47 350 220 HJHMI225/100 100 225
400 JHMI400/47 47 400 245 HJHMI240/100 100 240
240 JHMI240/53 53 240
300 HJHMI300/100 100 300
300 JHMI300/53 53 300 97
51 350 HJHMI350/100 100 350
350 JHMI350/53 53 350
400 HJHMI400/100 100 400
400 JHMI400/53 53 400
195 JHMI195/61 61 195
450 HJHMI450/100 100 450
200 JHMI200/61 61 200 240 HJHMI240/105 105 240
220 JHMI225/61 61 225 300 HJHMI300/105 105 300
2ply 51
235 JHMI235/61 61 235 350 HJHMI350/105 105 350
58 or 60 240 JHMI240/61 61 240 400 HJHMI400/105 105 400
245 JHMI240/61 61 240 195 HJHMI195/120 120 195
300 JHMI300/61 61 300 200 HJHMI200/120 120 200
350 JHMI350/61 61 350 220 HJHMI225/120 120 225
400 JHMI400/61 61 400 235 HJHMI235/120 120 235
220 JHMI225/66 66 225 2ply
240 HJHMI240/120 120 240
240 JHMI240/66 66 240 58 or 2ply 60
245 HJHMI245/120 120 245
63 300 JHMI300/66 66 300
300 HJHMI300/120 120 300
350 JHMI350/66 66 350
350 HJHMI350/120 120 350
400 JHMI400/66 66 400
400 HJHMI400/120 120 400
220 JHMI225/70 70 225
240 JHMI240/70 70 240
220 HJHMI225/130 130 225
245 JHMI240/70 70 240 240 HJHMI240/130 130 240
68 2ply 63
300 JHMI300/70 70 300 300 HJHMI300/130 130 300
350 JHMI350/70 70 350 400 HJHMI400/130 130 400
400 JHMI400/70 70 400 184 HJHMI184/135 135 184
195 JHMI195/75 75 195 200 HJHMI200/135 135 200
220 JHMI225/75 75 225 220 HJHMI225/135 135 225
3ply
235 JHMI235/75 75 235 240 HJHMI240/135 135 240
72 245 JHMI240/75 75 240 45
245 HJHMI245/135 135 245
300 JHMI300/75 75 300 & 133
300 HJHMI300/135 135 300
350 JHMI350/75 75 350 350 HJHMI350/135 135 350
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Masonry Hangers for I-Joists
The SFJC is designed to be used where timber joists are built into
a masonry external wall and eliminates the air leakage problems
associated with shrinkage of timber joists.
The SFJC does not provide any lateral stability to the joists
during construction phase. It is therefore necessary to install
temporary bracing in accordance with the joists manaufacturers
instructions and/or standard construction practice, to ensure
temporary stability of the floor joists.
• For use with single or double I-joists or solid sawn joists up to 100mm wide.
• Steel joist plates slides into the slots within the SFJC and are fixed to the top and
bottom of the floor joists.
• Nail in place with 2 No 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails per plate.
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The SES is a cost effective way to help comply with the requirements of Part L (reduced air leakage)
and Part E (reduced sound transference).
The SES allows for a full 100mm bearing of joist onto masonry walls.
• Air leakage - reduces air leakage without the need for mastic sealant.
• Sound - meets the sound requirements of a proprietary joist cap as specified by Appendix A,
Robust Details Part E Handbook.
• Fire - provides 1 hour of fire resistance.
• Can be used on external party walls.
• Meets the NHBC Technical requirements.
• Allows for full 100mm bearing on joist onto masonry walls.
• Secure fixing - provided by 30mm Square Twist Nails.
Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION STAGE 1 INSTALLATION STAGE 2
Prepare block work to accept floor joists - no need for mortar Apply mortar to the void in between the two flanges of the
on top. Position floor joists onto wall (only 1 joist shown I-joist on both sides, ensuring the mortar is packed against
for clarity). Fit the End Seal to the end of the joist as shown. the End Steal.
Ensure that the End Seal is tight against the joist end. Secure
with two No. 3.75mm x 30mm Square Twist Nails.
Lay a bed of mortar onto the top of the blocks ensuring Lay the next bed of mortar on top of the blocks. Continue to
mortar is laid tight up against joist end. Lay blocks either side build the wall as normal.
of the joist, ensuring mortar is applied to the block ends.
Safe Working Loads: Please refer to I-Joist Specific Technical Bulletins available from www.strongtie.co.uk/bulletins
01827 255 600
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Masonry Hangers for I-Joists
The SFHI Safety Fast Hangers are an innovative range of products that have been
designed to support timber joists, beams and trussed rafters from masonry walls
without the need of supporting masonry above the top flange.
SFHI
• Requires no masonry above the top flange to achieve the published
Safe Working Loads.
• Improved vertical and lateral load distribution.
• MiniStrap simply hooks onto the hanger.
• Enables the construction of the floor deck prior to the next lift of masonry.
• Reduces Health & Safety risks associated with the use of the traditional masonry
hangers with no masonry above.
• Eliminates the need for propping.
• MiniStrap provides lateral restraint capacity in accordance with NHBC and Zurich
guidelines.
• Allows for retrofit of lateral restraint straps.
• Web stiffeners are not required with I-joist to achieve the load tables.
MATERIAL:
• The floor decking may be stored on the joists provided the load is uniformly
distributed between the several joists and does not exceed the hanger or joist
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1. Tests conducted by CERAM Building Technology in accordance with EN846-4 and evaluated in accordance with EN845-1.
2. Hanger SWL’s are achieved without masonry above the top flange.
3. The block thickness must be the same as the top plate width.
4. The lateral capacity exceeds that provided by traditional straps placed at 2m centres.
5. 3.75 x 30 refers to square twist nail (not supplied with hanger).
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• This provides easier nail driving as the installer doesn’t need to swing the hammer
sideways. The nail is supported at the side of the hanger and at the header which
generates higher load capacities.
• Wider strap provides more surface area on the supporting timber and allows
increased nail spacing, enhancing the performance of the critical hanger-to-support
part of the connection.
• Minimum and maximum nailing schedules are stamped into the strap of most
models providing correct installation information for site operatives.
• Speed-prong holds the hanger in position to allow easier attachment. The installer
no longer has to try to hold hanger, joist and nail with one hand and swing a EPC Patent Pending
hammer with the other! EP0745735
• The model number and size is stamped into the seat of most models for easy
identification of the hanger, even after installation.
• Regularised Timber: we have added new sizes to our JHA range to suit regularised
timber. Use 47mm or 91mm width hangers for this new application.
JHA450
Adjustable Hanger
MATERIAL:
JHA270—0.9mm pre-galvanised mild steel.
JHA450—1.5mm pre-galvanised mild steel.
INSTALLATION:
Three different installation methods are available depending on the availability of nailing
surface.
Maximum Nailing: All nails must be applied according to the table. The nails used for
the joist attachment must be driven at an angle so that the nails penetrate through the
corner of the joist into the header.
Minimum Nailing: For a lower installed cost the minimum nailing schedule can be
used when the maximum nailing load capacity is not needed. The nails used for the joist
attachment must be driven at an angle so that the nails penetrate through the corner of
the joist into the header. A minimum wrap over of 55 mm is required.
Loft Conversions: For applications where the hanger extends below the support.
Install top, face, and joist nails according to the table. A minimum wrap over of 55mm is
required or maximum nailing below the support. With no wrap over the SWL = 5.29kN.
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Timber Hangers
JHA SPECIFICATIONS
Safe
Dimensions Number of Fasteners
Working Load (kN)
Joist
Model
Width Carrying Member
No. Carried
(mm) (3.75 x 30) Short Term Long Term
W H B C Member
Uplift Download
Top Face (3.75x75)
Minimum Nailing
JHA270/38 38 271 50 113 4 4 4 2.00 5.19
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JHA450/38 38 481 50 191 4 4 6 2.00 7.30
JHA270/47 47 267 50 109 4 4 4 2.00 5.19
47
JHA450/47 47 477 50 187 4 4 6 2.00 7.30
JHA270/50 50 265 50 107 4 4 4 2.00 5.19
50
JHA450/50 50 475 50 185 4 4 6 2.00 7.30
JHA270/63 63 260 50 102 4 4 4 2.00 5.19
63
JHA450/63 63 469 50 179 4 4 6 2.00 7.30
JHA270/75 75 279 50 121 4 4 4 2.00 5.19
75
JHA450/75 75 463 50 173 4 4 6 2.00 7.30
JHA270/91 91 272 50 113 4 4 4 2.00 5.19
2ply 47 or 91
JHA450/91 91 455 50 165 4 4 6 2.00 7.30
JHA270/100 100 267 50 109 4 4 4 2.00 5.46
2ply 50
JHA450/100 100 450 50 160 4 4 6 2.00 7.30
125 JHA450/125 125 449 63 129 4 4 6 2.00 7.30
3ply 50 JHA450/150 150 436 63 116 4 4 6 2.00 8.00
Maximum Nailing
JHA270/38 38 271 50 113 - 22 4 2.00 5.54
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JHA450/38 38 481 50 191 - 22 6 2.00 8.30
JHA270/47 47 267 50 109 22 4 2.00 5.54
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1. SWL’s are based upon tests conducted by CERAM Building Technology Ltd or TRADA Technology Limited and derived in accordance with TRADA Certification’s Timber
Engineering Hardware Product Q-Mark scheme. Contact Simpson Strong-Tie for further information.
2. W, H, B and C refer to the dimensions depicted in the illustrations shown on the opposite page.
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• CE approved. SAE
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• SAE and SAI hangers have bolt holes for 12mm fasteners into the face.
• SAE and SAI Timber Bolted capacity to be determined according to the relevant
British Standards. Do not exceed the load values given in the Bolt Attachment table.
Timber Hangers
• The hanger depth is to be at least 60% of the carried member depth to prevent
rotation, unless additional lateral restraint is added to the top of the carried member.
MATERIAL:
INSTALLATION:
• Use all specified fasteners. Verify that the header can take the required fasteners
specified in the table.
SAI
• Sawn Timber SAE and SAI hangers can be installed by filling all round holes, or all
bolt holes, with the specified fasteners. A combination of the two would not give any
increase to the safe working load.
OPTIONS:
• Other widths of the Sawn Timber SAE hangers are available to order. H
• Slope and skew options available for all SAE hangers (without bolt holes).
• For special Sawn SAE Hangers, the fastener specifications and SWL’s may differ
from the normal hanger specifications. See SAE Hanger Specials Table for details.
• Hangers with skews greater than 15° may have all joist nailing on the outside angle. W
• For SAE hangers with combined skews and slopes the maximum SWL is 80% of the
medium term loads stated within the table.
• Concealed flanges available on some models. See SAI Table for Hanger Range.
• Sloped and skew options can be manufactured, however these would not include
bolt holes. Please refer to the “SAE Hangers Specials” Table opposite.
Typical SAI Typical SAE Sloped Down, Top View SAE Hanger
Installation on a Post Skewed Right installation Skewed Right
ACUTE
SIDE
SPECIFY SKEW W
ANGLE
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Timber Hangers
38 SAE500/38 38 231 85 34 18 13.1 14.3 13.76
SAE620/38 38 291 75 40 22 15.4 16.9 13.76
SAE380/45 45 168 85 22 12 8.5 9.3 7.04
45 SAE500/45 45 228 85 34 18 13.1 14.3 13.76
SAE620/45 45 288 75 40 22 15.4 16.9 13.76
SAE250/50 50 100 84 12 7 4.6 5.1 2.32
SAE380/50 50 165 85 22 12 8.5 9.3 7.04
50
SAE500/50 50 225 85 34 18 13.1 14.3 13.76
SAE620/50 50 285 75 40 22 15.4 16.9 13.76
SAE380/64 64 159 85 22 12 8.5 9.3 7.04
64 SAE500/64 64 219 85 34 18 13.1 14.3 13.76
SAE620/64 64 279 75 40 22 15.4 16.9 13.76
SAE380/76 76 153 85 22 12 8.5 9.3 7.04
76 SAE500/76 76 213 85 34 18 13.1 14.3 13.76
SAE620/76 76 273 75 40 22 15.4 16.9 13.76
SAE380/100 100 140 85 22 12 8.5 9.3 7.04
100 SAE500/100 100 200 85 34 18 13.1 14.3 13.76
SAE620/100 100 260 75 40 22 15.4 16.9 13.76
SAE500/125 125 188 78 30 16 11.6 12.6 13.76
125
SAE620/125 125 248 75 40 22 15.4 16.9 13.76
SAEL500/150 150 175 78 32 16 11.6 12.6 13.76
150
SAE620/150 150 235 75 40 22 15.4 16.9 13.76
200 SAE590/200 200 195 78 30 18 11.6 12.6 13.76
1. SAE 620 and 590 variants are not currently CE Marked.
Long Medium
Support4 Carried Member5 Term Term
2.8 N/mm2 3.5 N/mm2 7 N/mm2 20 N/mm2
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MATERIAL:
1.0mm pre-galvanised mild steel.
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INSTALLATION:
Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes.
Speed prongs provide instant location of the hanger onto the carrying beam and Typical LUP Installation
secures the joist into the hanger. If joist prong is deflected and bent on a knot, simply use
a 3.75mm x 30mm nail or equal through that slot.
OPTIONS:
Because these hangers are fully die formed they cannot be modified.
SWL’s:
Safe Working Loads shown below are based on load tests conducted at TRADA
Technology Ltd. and derived in accordance with BM TRADA Certification’s Timber
Engineering Hardware Product Q-Mark Scheme.
Contact Simpson’s factory for further information.
Timber Hangers
MH Mini Hanger
if less than 60% additional lateral restraint is required to the top of the carried member.
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MATERIAL:
Timber Hangers
INSTALLATION:
Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes. Verify that the header can take the
required fasteners specified in the table.
• For SUR & SUL, square butt cut the joist end.
Safe
Dimensions
Number of Working Load (kN)
Joist Skewed Skewed Fasteners
Width Right Left
(mm) Model No. Model No. Short
Long Term
W H B A1 A2 Term
2 Download
Support1 Joist Uplift
Timber Hangers
For a rafter-to-face connector, flatten the top flange into the face plane. The RR may be
used with any rafter slope up to 30°.
W2
Dimensions Number of Safe
Fasteners Working Loads
Minimum (3.75mm x 30mm) (kN)
Model No.
Joist Size (mm
W1 W2
Long Term
Support Joist
Download
38 x 100 RR 102 38
4 4 1.40
50 x100 RR50 112 50
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INSTALLATION:
Timber Hangers
TU12 120 40 96 101 6 4 8 2.6 3.6 4.3 4.3 7.8 8.4 9.1 9.5
TU16 160 60 134 108 18 3 12 3.4 4.8 6.1 7.5 16.7 17.1 17.8 18.6
TU20 200 60 174 108 22 4 12 5.5 7.7 9.8 12.0 21.6 22.0 22.8 23.7
TU24 240 60 214 108 26 5 12 8.0 11.1 14.2 17.4 29.2 29.8 30.7 31.7
TU28 280 60 254 108 30 6 12 10.7 14.9 19.2 21.5 32.3 32.6 33.1 33.1
TU12 120 40 96 101 6 4 8 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 6.7 7.3 8.0 8.4
TU16 160 60 134 108 18 3 12 3.4 4.8 6.1 6.1 14.1 14.5 15.1 15.9
TU20 200 60 174 108 22 4 12 5.5 7.7 9.8 9.8 19.8 20.3 21.2 22.3
TU24 240 60 214 108 26 5 12 8.0 11.1 13.3 13.3 27.2 27.9 29.1 30.7
TU28 280 60 254 108 30 6 12 10.7 14.9 16.3 16.3 32.7 33.4 34.8 36.4
Sloped Installation
TU12 160 40 96 101 6 4 8 2.3 3.1 3.9 3.9 7.8 8.4 9.1 9.5
TU16 190 60 134 108 18 3 12 3.0 4.1 5.3 5.3 15.7 16.1 16.5 17.0
TU20 225 60 174 108 22 4 12 4.8 6.7 8.5 8.5 20.4 20.8 21.3 21.9
TU24 260 60 214 108 26 5 12 6.9 9.6 12.3 12.3 27.8 28.3 29.0 29.8
TU28 295 60 254 108 30 6 12 9.3 12.9 16.6 16.6 31.1 31.5 32.0 32.6
Skewed and Sloped Installation
TU12 160 40 96 101 6 4 8 2.3 2.5 2.5 2.5 6.1 6.5 7.0 7.5
TU16 190 60 134 108 18 3 12 3.0 4.1 5.3 5.3 13.2 13.5 13.8 14.3
TU20 225 60 174 108 22 4 12 4.8 6.7 8.5 8.5 18.5 18.9 19.4 20.1
TU24 260 60 214 108 26 5 12 6.9 9.6 12.3 12.3 25.4 26.0 26.7 27.8
TU28 295 60 254 108 30 6 12 9.3 12.9 16.3 16.3 30.6 31.3 32.2 33.3
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Skew Angle
Timber Hangers
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR A CONCEALED CONNECTOR:
• Position the connector at the pre determined height and screw the connector to the header or post.
• Cut a slot into the end of the beam. Slot width for TU12 is 6mm and 9mm for all others.
• Cut the slot 3mm deeper than the TU and short of the beam height for concealed connector. This allows the connector to be hidden
from below. Otherwise cut the slot 3mm deeper than the TU and through the entire beam height.
• Fully Concealed Only: Rout a pocket into the beam end. The pocket should be 6mm deep. Enough to hide the thickness of the TU
and the screw heads. This eliminates the gap between the beam & header (see Pocket Installation Illustration).
• Position drill guide to provide the proper dowel end distance & height. Clamp in place (Drill guide available from Simpson Strong-Tie).
• Drill the dowels to the required diameter. Dowel hole diameter for the TU12 is 8mm and 12mm for all others.
INSTALL BEAMS
• Install top dowel into the carried beam first. Slip beam into place and install the remaining dowels working from the top downwards.
• Fully Concealed Only: To hide exposed dowel holes when the installation is complete, glue and plug the holes.
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Timber Hangers for I-Joists
The bottom flange location tabs and an open top flange provide enhanced capacity and
improved ease of installation. ITB
• Eliminates the need for backer blocks with an I-joist to I-joist connection. OPEN TOP
FLANGE
TO EASE
• Bottom flange location tabs quickly set the hanger onto the I-joist header. INSTALLATION
Timber Hangers for I-Joists
• Sit the carried joist into the ITB Hanger and install the specified nails through the
angled pan nail holes into the joist.
• Enhanced Installations (I-joist headers with backer blocks installed) it is necessary HITB
fit backer blocks into the web of the I-joist header, ensuring they are tight to the
underside of the top chord. All round, obround and triangular holes are then to be
filled with the specified nails.
• Enhanced Uplift (I-joists or solid joists with additional joist nails) fit web stiffeners
onto the carried joist and fill all joist triangular nail holes with specified nails.
• When required, backer blocks and web stiffeners are to be installed in accordance
with manufacturer’s recommendations.
HITB INSTALLATION:
• Position the HITB hanger onto the face of the supporting I-joists, ensuring the
bottom flanges are tight up against the underside of the bottom chord.
Patent: GB2400384
• Fill all face round and obround holes with nails. Install nails into the holes within the
bottom flanges.
• Flatten the hanger’s open flanges to the top chords of the supporting I-joist and
install a minimum of 4 nails per flange, 2 to the front and 2 to the rear of the joist.
• Bend the bottom chord tabs over the top face of the bottom chord and install nails
through the obround holes into the the top face of the bottom chord.
• Sit the carried joist into the HITB hanger and install the nails through the round and
obround holes into the joist.
Safe Working Loads: Please refer to I-Joist Specific Technical Bulletins available from www.strongtie.co.uk/bulletins
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ITB195/40 195 40
ITB200/40 200 40
38 ITB220/40 220 40
ITB220/47 220 47
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ITB240/47 240 47
ITB245/47 245 47
ITB300/47 300 47
ITB240/53 240 53
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ITB300/53 300 53
ITB195/61 195 61
Typical HITB Installation
ITB200/61 200 61
ITB220/61 220 61
58-60
ITB240/61 240 61
ITB245/61 245 61
ITB300/61 300 61
ITB220/66 220 66
63 ITB240/66 240 66
ITB300/66 300 66
ITB195/75 195 75
ITB220/75 220 75
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ITB245/75 245 75
ITB300/75 300 75
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ITB195/78 195 78
ITB200/78 200 78
2ply 38 ITB220/78 220 78
ITB240/78 240 78
ITB300/78 300 78 Enhanced ITB Installation
ITB195/91 195 91
ITB200/91 200 91
ITB220/91 220 91
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ITB240/91 240 91
ITB245/91 245 91
ITB300/91 300 91
ITB195/100 195 100
ITB220/100 220 100 PAN NAIL
97 SUPPORTING HOLES CARRIED
ITB245/100 245 100 I-JOIST I-JOIST
BACKER BLOCKS WEB STIFFENER
ITB300/100 300 100 REQUIRED REQUIRED
FOR ENHANCED FOR ENHANCED
DOWNLOAD ONLY UPLIFT ONLY
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Timber Hangers for I-Joists
It’s simple and effective design allows one size of product to be used on any joist size –
regardless of height or width.
• Safely joins multiple I-Joists together, allowing them to act as a single unit.
• Easy to see that MJC’s are installed (whereas filler blocks are invisible).
• One size product fits all joist height and width combinations.
Stage 1:
Position the MJC’s onto the 1st joist - ensuring that they
are centred about the incoming load at 400 c/c (may be
adjusted within 10mm each way).
Stage 2:
Position 2nd joist ensuring ends are flush and joists are
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400
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• 45 deg skew, with site adjustable skew from 22.5 to 67.5 deg
Timber Hangers for I-Joists
Safe Working Loads: Please refer to I-Joist Specific Technical Bulletins available from www.strongtie.co.uk/bulletins
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Timber Hangers for I-Joists
Stage 1
Install the back plate onto the
header in the required
position. Ensure backer
Stage 2
Secure the acute side of the
backplate (inside angle) with
the specified nails.
B
B
Stage 3
Adjust the angle of the
backplate (if different from
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angle. Use either adjustable
set square or the guide tables
shown on the right: Bend one
time only.
A
Stage 4
Secure the obtuse side of the
back plate onto the header
with all the specified nails,
ensuring the face of the back
plate is tight against the
header.
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Stage 5
Offer the stirrup to the back
plate ensuring it is located
on the correct side (which
can be either left or right
hand side). Once all of the
hooks (on the back plate) are
clearly through the apertures
(on the stirrup) slide in a
downward direction ensuring
all hooks engage onto the Stage 6
stirrup and click into posi- Locate the floor joist into the
tion. stirrup ensuring the joist is
set tight to the back of the
stirrup. The joist should be
secured into the stirrup with
all specified nails on the open
face of the stirrup.
(Note: For enhanced uplift
install web stiffeners onto
carried member as per
manufacturers
recommendations.)
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ZS Slotted Z Clip
THE ZS CLIP ALLOWS I-JOISTS OR SOLID SAWN TIMBER TO BE
USED AS NOGGINGS BETWEEN JOISTS TO SUPPORT FLOOR
DECKS OR PARTITIONS.
• Fully interlocking top flange works on all I-joist header widths to prevent
overlapping of opposing clips.
• Slotted bottom flange allows I-joist or solid sawn timber to be used as ZS38N
noggings.
• Triangular nail hole for use with 50mm wide headers, also it ensures that
Timber Hangers for I-Joists
MATERIAL:
Dimensions (mm)
Model Carried No. Fasteners
SWL (kN)
No. Member (3.75mm x 30mm)
W H B TF
I-Joist 4 0.8
ZS35N 52 35 49 31
C16 4 1.3
I-Joist 4 0.8
ZS38N 52 38 46 31
C16 4 1.3
I-Joist 4 0.8
ZS45N 52 45 39 31
Typical ZS Installation
ZS Clips interlock
allowing back-to-back
installation on any
I-joist header width.
Triangle nail hole
ensures header nails
never line up.
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The tables below represent the available model series and SWL’s for the top flange hangers that are applicable to the
stated installation configurations.
HANGER SELECTION:
Step One: Select hanger from the tables below based on header type and required capacity.
Step Two: Refer to relevant pages to determine model number based upon joist size.
BEND TAB
AND FASTEN WITH
3.75 x 30mm NAILS WHEN
WEB STIFFENERS
ARE NOT USED
SOLID HEADERS
This table shows the maximum allowable loads for the range of top flange hangers on solid headers.
Safe working loads are based upon the model series and do not vary on hanger width or height.
Fasteners Safe Working Loads (kN) Modified Characteristic
Web
Model Capacity (kN)
Stiffener Solid Header Short Header Types
Series
Required Joist Term
Top Face Uplift C16 PSL LSL LVL Up Down
ITT No 42 22 21 1.07 5.34 5.78 6.38 6.45 0.91 7.34
MIT No 43 23 21 1.07 7.41 8.90 9.40 11.79 2.14 9.56
B/BI No 23 23 22 1.38 6.67 9.90 8.54 8.16 2.81 19.58
LBV No 63 43 21 1.07 9.05 10.50 9.05 11.41 - -
WPU Yes 33 43 61 2.93 18.53 21.71 16.24 20.91 - -
GLTV Yes 43 63 62 4.92 18.95 32.92 25.58 33.36 - -
I-JOIST HEADERS
This table shows the maximum allowable loads for the ITT, MIT, LBV and WP hangers used on I-joists as
headers. The header nail must be substituted for those listed in other tables.
Fasteners Safe Working Loads (kN) Modified Characteristic
Web Backer I-Joist Capacity (kN)
Model
Stiffener Blocks Header Solid Header Short Header Types ≥ LVL33
Series
Required Required Width Joist Term C24
Top Face Uplift LVL 38 LVL33 LVL28 Up Down
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ITT No Yes ≥ 38mm 41 21 21 1.07 3.36 4.67 3.97 3.50 0.91 7.84
MIT No Yes ≥ 58mm 41 21 21 1.07 3.94 5.47 4.65 4.10 2.14 10.58
LBV No Yes ≥ 76mm 61 41 21 1.07 3.94 5.47 4.65 4.10 - -
WPU Yes Yes ≥ 58mm 31 - 61 - 6.49 9.02 7.68 6.76 - -
TIMBER NAILERS
This table shows the maximum allowable loads for the ITT, MIT, LBV and WP hangers used on wood nailers.
The header nail must be substituted for those listed in other tables. Nailers are wood members attached to the
top of a steel I-beam, concrete or masonry wall. This table also applies to sloped-seat hangers.
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• Value-engineered for maximum performance. The offset seat feature allows better joist 35
bearing positioning. Joist top flanges are laterally restrained by the side of the hanger,
eliminating the need for web stiffeners. I-joist manufacturers may require web stiffeners.
• Bend Tab Nailing: Nail the ITT’s special bend-tab with 3.75mmx30mm nails vertically into
H
the bottom flange of the I-joist when web stiffeners are not used. The bend tab can also be
nailed directly into the web stiffener. This constricts the I-joist, helping to reduce squeaks
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• Reduced embossing on the ITT’s top flange, and the hanger height sized less than the joist
height allow easier fitting for smooth floor alignment.
• Patented Positive Angle Nailing: This feature is specifically designed for wood web I-joists
when used with the MIT.
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• With Positive Angle Nailing (PAN), the slotted hole material is not removed, but issued to
channel and confine the path of the nail to the optimum angle. PAN minimises splitting of 50
the flanges while permitting time-saving nailing from a better angle. W
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ITT—1.2mm pre-galvanised mild steel.
MIT—1.5mm pre-galvanised mild steel.
INSTALLATION:
• Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes. Verify that the header can take the required
fasteners specified in the table.
• Face flange triangle hole (optional) secures hanger against header; optional diamond hole
in seat allows further attachment of hanger to I-joist.
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1. The ITT hanger can be shot-fired to steel. Contact Simpson for details.
2. The shot-fired pins must be installed by a qualified person in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation requirements.
3. Pins must be installed in the round holes provided in the top flange of the ITT.
4. Please refer to the general notes section at the front of the catalogue for an explanation of modified characteristic loadings.
BEND TAB
AND FASTEN WITH
3.75 x 30mm NAILS WHEN
WEB STIFFENERS
ARE NOT USED
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• This design configuration has the material section where it counts, resulting in
maximum load values.
• The LBV is designed especially for use with multiple ply headers of 38mm or
45mm thick.
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MATERIAL:
INSTALLATION:
• Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes. Verify that the header can take
the required fasteners specified in the table.
• Web stiffeners are required for use with the BI hanger style and sloped or
skewed LBV hangers.
• The LBV and BI hangers may be used for weld on applications. The minimum
required weld for the top flanges is a 3.0 x 50mm fillet weld on each side of the
top flange tabs. Weld-on applications produce maximum allowable loads listed.
Uplift loads do not apply for this application. Special considerations should be
taken when welding galvanised steel.
OPTIONS:
• Other widths and heights are available as a special order, contact factory for
details.
• LBV and BI series hangers can be skewed and sloped to a maximum of 45°. See
table for load adjustment factors.
• To order specials, put an X after the model number and add required directions
and dimensions: D=seat sloped down, U=seat sloped up, R=skewed right,
L=skewed left. Example: LBV359.5-2X D30 R45 is an LBV359.5-2 with a sloped
down seat 30° and skewed right 45°.
Please refer to the general notes section at the front of the catalogue for an explanation of modified characteristic loadings.
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• These hangers offer the greatest design flexibility and versatility. 225
• GLTV hangers are designed for use with structural composite lumber
(PSL, LSL or LVL) headers and may take heavy loads. The top flange nails
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WPU—5mm top flange, 2.5mm stirrup - mild steel.
GLTV—5mm top flange and stirrup - mild steel.
SAFE WORKING LOADS: For hanger heights exceeding the joist height, the SWL
is 0.5 of the table load. If header is multiple plies of 45mm PSL, the GLTV SWL is the
lesser of the table load or 26.68kN. WPU
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INSTALLATION:
• Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes. Verify that the header can take
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• All multiple members must be secured together to work as a single unit before
installation into the hanger.
• Web stiffeners are required for I-joists with all of these hanger styles.
• These hangers may be used for weld on applications. The minimum required
welds for the top flanges are 5mm x 38mm for WPU and 6mm x 63mm for GLTV,
fillet welds located at each end of the top flange. Weld-on applications produce
maximum allowable loads listed. Uplift loads do not apply for this application.
OPTIONS:
• Other widths and heights are available as a special order, contact Simpson
Strong-Tie for details.
• Straddle available-specify S dimension.
• These hangers can be skewed and sloped to a maximum of 45°. Check with the
• factory for WPU with a width of greater than 89mm for skewed availability. WPU Straddle Hanger
• For skews greater than 15°, multiply the table uplift load by 0.50.
• For sloped and skewed GLTV configurations the SWL is the lesser of the table
load or 24.46kN.
• For sloped only, the SWL is the lesser of the load listed or 28.91kN for the GLTV.
• For skewed only, the SWL is the lesser of the load listed or 29.13kN for the GLTV.
• To order specials, contact Simpson Strong-Tie.
Typical WPU Skewed Left Typical GLTV Installation Typical GLTV Sloped Down
(Top View) Skewed Right with Low Side Flush
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Top Flange Hangers - WPU (web stiffeners required) Top Flange Hangers - GLTV (web stiffeners required)
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• The MIU and HIU hangers feature Positive Angle Nailing (PAN), which minimises
splitting of the flanges while permitting time-saving nailing from a better angle.
With PAN nailing, the slotted hole material is not removed, but is used to channel
and confine the path of the nail to the optimum angle.
• Joist top flanges are laterally restrained by the side of the hanger, eliminating the H
need for web stiffeners. I-joist manufacturers may require web stiffeners.
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• Nail the IUT’s special bend-tab with 3.75 x 30mm nails vertically into the bottom
flange of the I-joist when web stiffeners are not used. The bend tab can also
be nailed directly into the web stiffener. This constrains the I-joist, helping to
reduce squeaks resulting from joist movement.
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MATERIAL: IUT: 1.2mm; MIU: 1.5mm; HIU: 2.0mm pre-galvanised mild steel.
B
ENHANCED UPLIFT LOADS: The IUT, MIU and HIU have optional triangular
nail holes for additional uplift. Properly attached web stiffeners may be required for W
Enhanced uplift. Please contact Simpson Strong-Tie for details.
MIU/HIU
INSTALLATION: Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes. Verify that the
header can take the required fasteners specified in the table.
• IUT—optional seat diamond hole allows pre-attachment of hanger to joist before
installation.
• Web stiffeners are not required with I-joists when the joist top flange is laterally
supported by the sides of the hanger, I-joist manufacturers may require web
stiffeners.
• IUT’s bend-tab may be nailed unbent into plywood web stiffeners.
OPTIONS: Because these hangers are fully die-formed, they cannot be modified.
However these models will normally accommodate a skew of up to 5°.
Typical MIU/HIU
Typical IUT
Installation
Installation
with correct
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1. 3.75mm x 75mm
2. 3.75mm x 30mm
HIU Hangers
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Safe Working
Joist Size Dimension (mm) Qty Fasteners
Loads (kN)
Model No. C16 & I-Joist Header PSL/LSL/LVL Header
Width
Height (mm) H W B Face1 Joist2
(mm) Long Term Long Term
1. 3.75mm x 75mm
2. 3.75mm x 30mm
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MH Mini Hanger
THE MH IS A ONE PIECE GALVANISED HANGER AVAILABLE IN A RANGE OF WIDTHS FOR LIGHT DUTY
APPLICATIONS SUCH AS TRIMMERS AND CEILING JOISTS OF RECTANGULAR SECTION.
INSTALLATION: For solid headers fill all round and triangular holes with nails. The hanger depth should be at least 60% of the carried
member depth to prevent rotation, if less than 60% additional lateral restraint is required to the top of the carried member.
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Typical
Mini Hanger
MH Installation
H
• Composite HU hangers have round and triangle holes in the face and joist.
• The hanger depth is to be at least 60% of the carried member depth to prevent rotation, unless additional lateral restraint is added to
the top of the carried member.
INSTALLATION: Use all specified fasteners. Verify that the header can take the required fasteners specified in the table.
Composite HU hangers can be installed according to two different nailing schedules. To achieve maximum published loads all round and
triangular holes must be filled with the specified fasteners.
OPTIONS: Slope and skew options available for all HU hangers. Skews right or left up to 67.5° and slopes up or down up to 45°.
Hangers with skews greater than 15° may have all joist nailing on the outside angle. For HU hangers with combined skews and slopes the
maximum SWL is 80% of the medium term loads stated within the table. Concealed flanges available on some models. Specify HUC.
Minimum Width = 70mm for composite HU hangers.
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1. 4.0mm x 100mm
2. 3.75mm x 30mm
3. 3.75mm x 75mm
4. Characteristic downloads are based on 3.75x75mm face nail capacities.
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THE HGUS IS A ONE PIECE, NON-WELDED, JOIST HANGER FOR SUPPORTING HGUS
SOLID COMPOSITE BEAMS FROM TIMBER MEMBERS.
Double shear nailing allows distribution of the carried member’s load through two points on each nail
for greater strength (see illustration).
H
THE SUR, SUL, HSUR AND HSUL ARE A ONE PIECE, NON-WELDED, JOIST HANGER FOR SUPPORTING SKEWED
TIMBER JOISTS FROM TIMBER MEMBERS.
The SUR, SUL, HSUR and HSUL provide tested and standardised 45° skewed hangers.
MATERIAL: SUR and SUL: 1.5mm; HSUR and HSUL: 2.0mm pre-galvanised mild steel.
INSTALLATION: Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes. Verify that the header can take the required fasteners specified in the
table. Illustration shows left and right skews. For SUR and SUL, square butt cut the joist end. For HSUR and HSUL, bevel cut the joist end.
Safe Working
Dimension (mm) Qty Fasteners
Skewed Skewed Loads (kN)
Joist Size
Right Left
(mm)
Model No. Model No. W H B A1 A2 Support1
Carried Short Term Long Medium
Member 2 Uplift Term Term
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• Designed for I-joists, has extra long straps and can be field-formed to give height
adjustability and top flange hanger convenience. Positive angle nailing helps
eliminate splitting of the I-joist’s bottom flange.
• Extra nail holes are provided for access in some conditions. Not all strap nail holes
• THAI-2 must be factory ordered for hanger width needed. See table for allowable
widths.
MATERIAL:
INSTALLATION:
Maximum Nailing:
Typical THAI Installation
For applications where all the nails listed in the table can be properly installed. Install
the quantity of face nails shown into the straps for full table load and two 3.75 x 30mm
nails driven downward at a 45° angle into the I-joist’s bottom flange. The THAI has ad-
ditional nail holes - not all holes are required to be filled to achieve listed loads.
Minimum Nailing:
For applications where the strap is wrapped over the top of the support. Install nails
into each strap at the face surface of the hanger and 3.75 x 30mm nails driven
downward at a 45° angle into the I-joist bottom flange. Then two nails into each strap at
the top of the support after forming tight bend. Bend top flange a minimum of 65mm.
Modified
Safe
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WITH THESE SITE ADJUSTABLE HANGERS, YOU CAN ALWAYS HAVE THE RIGHT
HANGER AVAILABLE FOR THOSE SPECIAL RUSH PROJECTS.
This versatile range of products attaches joists/rafters to timber supports at any slope, up or down or at any skew, left of right up to and
including 45o. All models are slope and skew adjustable on site, excluding the LSU35010-2 and LSU4.12.
INSTALLATION: Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes. Bend only once. To ensure proper seat installation, install the
bottom nails before the side nails. Attach the sloped joist at both ends so the horizontal force developed by the slope is fully supported by
the carried members. Web stiffeners are required with I-joists using this hanger style. For field skewing, see install sequence below.
Timber Hangers for I-Joists
LSU26 LSSU410
SI
StrM PS
on ON
g Tie®
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Timber Hangers for I-Joists
• Designed for use with double 38mm top plates with a 50mm seat, which
allows sufficient bearing area for most rafters.
• No notching is required when using the VPA. This connector reduces the
INSTALLATION:
pitch.
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• TCP Truss Clips may be used for general purposes, strongback attachments
as all-purpose ties wherever one member crosses another.
MATERIAL:
Truss & Metal Web Joist Connectors
Truss Connectors
GS Glide Shoe
GLIDE SHOE SPECIALLY DESIGNED TO ALLOW HORIZONTAL MOVEMENT 25
BETWEEN TRUSSED RAFTER AND WALLPLATE. W
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• HGUS Girder Hangers and HUS hangers are tested by TRADA Technology
Typical HUS
Installation
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100
W
Double Shear Nailing
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Modified
Safe
Dimensions Number of Fasteners Characteristic
Joist Working Loads (kN)
Model Capacity (kN)
Size
No. Long Medium
(mm) Carried
W H B Support Term Term Download
Member
Download Download
Mono Truss Shoe
1ply 35 or 38 x 100 to150 LUS230/38 38 96 4.45 5.09 7.36
1ply 35 or 38 x 100 to 150 HUS230/38 38 96 5.90 6.80 7.39
44 x 100 to 150 LUS230/44 44 93 10 6 4.45 5.09 6.38
75 (3.75mm x (3.75mm x
44 x 100 to 150 HUS230/44 44 93 30mm) 75mm) 5.60 6.50 6.38
1ply 47 or 50 x 100 to 150 LUS230/50 50 90 4.45 5.09 6.08
1ply 47 or 50 x 100 to 150 HUS230/50 50 90 5.60 6.50 6.08
Girder Hangers
2ply 35 HGUS125/80 80 123 203 83 10.08 11.52 -
3 3
2ply 35 HGUS145/80 80 145 28 10 15.14 17.31 -
2ply 47 HGUS125/105 105 110 203 83 10.08 11.52 -
100
2ply47 HGUS145/105 105 145 283 103 15.14 17.31 -
3ply 35 HGUS145/120 120 145 283 103 15.14 17.31 -
3ply 47 HGUS145/155 155 145 283 103 15.14 17.31 -
1. HUS Safe Working Loads are based on load tests conducted at TRADA Technology Ltd. and derived in accordance with BM TRADA Certification’s Timber Engineering Hardware
Product Q-Mark Scheme. Contact Simpson’s factory for further information.
2. Safe Working Loads for composite wood HGUS sizes are derived from tests conducted in the U.S. See General Notes.
3. 3.75mm x 75mm ROund Wire Nails.
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• Minimum and maximum nailing schedules are stamped into the strap on most sizes
providing correct installation information for site operatives.
• Speed-prong on most sizes holds the hanger in position to allow easier attachment.
The installer no longer has to try to hold hanger, joist and nail with one hand and
swing a hammer with the other.
INSTALLATION: Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes. Two different
installation methods are available depending on the availability of nailing surface.
• Maximum Nailing : For applications where all the nails listed in the table can be
properly installed. Install the quantity of face nails shown into the straps for full
table load and for the THA250, six 75mm nails in joist at 45° angle.
• Minimum Nailing: For applications where the strap is wrapped over the top of
the support. Install nails into each strap at the face surface of the hanger and for the
THA250, 75mm nails at a 45° angle through the joist into the support.
• Bend top flange a minimum of 55mm for the THA250.
Double Shear
Nailing
Examples of THA
Installation
Configurations
1. THA Safe Working Loads are based on load tests conducted at TRADA Technology Ltd. and derived in accordance with BM TRADA Certification’s Timber Engineering Hardware
Product Q-Mark Scheme. Contact Simpson’s technical department for further information.
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THG Typical
Installed THG
Skewed Installed
Right
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Skew
Angle
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In some cases, replaces an additional ply when needed for bearing. One size works with 63
any number of girder plys. Subtract the down SWL from the truss end reaction to calculate 44
the required truss minimum bearing length.
INSTALLATION: Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes. Always install in pairs.
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44
90m
m 28
38
TBE4
U.S. Patent 5,109,646;
Canada Patent 2,044,440
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Truss & Metal Web Joist Connectors
4 4
TC24 1.82 2.40
(3.75x75) (3.75x75)
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5 6
TC26 2.40 4.51
(3.75x75) (3.75x75)
5 6
1.38 1.45
(3.75x30) (3.75x30)
TC26
5 6
1.45 2.27
(3.75x75) (3.75x75)
1. Optional TC26 installation with 3.75 x 75 nails requires minimum 75mm top plate thickness.
2. Safe Working Loads are derived from tests conducted in the U.S. See General Notes.
3. Please refer to the general notes section at the front of this catalogue for an explanation of modified characteristic loadings.
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MATERIAL:
Dimensions
Model No.
1.0mm pre-galvanised mild steel.
A B
INSTALLATION:
CP41/152 41 152
CP72/152 72 152
Refer to Agrément Certificate No. 97/3432.
Use 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails. For design criteria please refer to BBA CP83/178 83 178
Truss & Metal Web Joist Connectors
Truss Connectors
m mm
79m 228
INSTALLATION: Nail BSB to each end of the timber bracing shelf using
specified fasteners through all round holes. Locate assembly from underside
at a maximum of 250mm from wall and nail to top chords using specified
fasteners through all round nail holes. Nail diagonal bracing member to
underside of timber shelf. Diagonal bracing size and fastener specification to
be as defined in proposed BS 5268 Part 3.
No. Fasteners
Width (3.75mm x 30mm)
Model No.
(mm)
Rafter Shelf
BSB35 38 10 10
BSB47 50 10 10
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Valley Truss
Common Truss
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The product incorporates the unique features of bottom flanges, which provide enhanced capacity.
• Eliminates the need for plywood gussets when supported from a metal web joist.
• IUB Bottom flanges provide enhanced download capacity and quickly sets the hanger onto the header.
• IUB: Positive Angle Nailing (PAN) of joist to speed installation and reduce the likelihood of splitting.
• IUB has hexagonal holes for SDS screw installation and optional triangular nail holes for additional download, when used in
conjunction with a plywood gusset, and additional uplift capacities.
MATERIAL:
INSTALLATION:
• Position the hanger onto the face of supporting floor truss, ensuring the bottom flanges are tight up against the underside of
the bottom chord.
• Install 3.75 x 30mm nails into the holes within the hanger bottom flanges. Fill all face round and obround holes with
3.75 x 30mm square twist nails.
• Sit the carried joist into the hanger and install 3.75 x 30mm nails through the angled pan nail holes into the joist.
• For enhanced uplift fill all joist triangular nail holes with 3.75mm x 30mm nails.
• For SDS screw installation the IUB may be installed with 4 No 6.2 x 63mm long SDS screws through the hexagonal holes in
the face.
IUB HIUB
TRIANGULAR
OPTIONAL
H NAIL HOLES
FOR ADDITIONAL
UPLIFT
50
BOTTOM W
FLANGES
PAN NAIL
HOLES
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SUPPORTING
FLOOR TRUSS
TRIANGULAR HOLES
TO BE FILLED FOR PAN NAIL
ENHANCED UPLIFT HOLES
CARRIED
Number of Fasteners
Safe Working Loads (kN)
Joist Joist (Use 3.75mm x 30mm)
Model
Width Height
No. Download Uplift
(mm) (mm)
Header Joist
Long Term Short Term
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SUPPORTING
FLOOR TRUSS
TRIANGULAR HOLES
TO BE FILLED FOR PAN NAIL
ENHANCED UPLIFT HOLES
CARRIED
JOIST
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Number of Fasteners
Safe Working Loads (kN)
Joist Joist (Use 3.75mm x 30mm)
Model
Width Height
No. Download Uplift
(mm) (mm)
Header Joist
Long Term Short Term
202 HIUB202/75 14 8 9.30 3.80
219 HIUB218/75 14 8 9.30 3.80
225 HIUB225/75 14 8 9.30 3.80
254 HIUB253/75 14 8 9.30 3.80
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SIMPSON STRONG-DRIVE® SCREWS CAN BE USED FOR A FAST AND EFFECTIVE CONNECTION
OF THE TIMBER FLANGES OF A 2-PLY OPEN WEB FLOOR JOIST.
Simpson Strong-Drive® Screws are in 2 styles, SDS¹/4 and SDS6, dependent on the length
as shown below. SDS¹/4 – features a ³⁄ 8 hex head (driver supplied). SDS6 – features a T30 T star head (driver supplied).
SDS6
INSTALLATION
• No pre-drilling required.
• Install screws from one side of joist.
• For best installation use a low speed drill.
• Install the bottom of the screw head integral washer flush to the surface of the member being connected.
SH
Truss & Metal Web Joist Connectors
SDS¹⁄₄
SH
L1
SDS Installed
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The HRC is a one-piece connector for supporting hip members from the ridge beam or 217
rafters. Can be used on Metal Web Floor Trusses or Solid Joist headers.
It is site adjustable slope for right and left 45° skewed rafters. 38mm
MATERIAL:
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HRC22 and HRC1.81: 1.5mm pre-galvanised mild steel
HRC44: 2.0mm pre-galvanised mild steel
HRC50: 1.5mm pre-galvanised mild steel
• Optional diamond holes on the HRC range (except HRC44) are for installation 216
convenience. HRC44
• Double bevel cut hip members to achieve full bearing capacity.
Optional HRC
Installation
Model No.
Down
Carrying Short Term
Width Ridge Each Hip
Member Uplift
Long Term Medium term
1. Safe working loads shown are for each hip. Total load carried by the connector is double this number.
2. Use 4.0mm x 90mm nails with the HRC44.
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Angles & Ties
INSTALLATION:
C16 Modified
Fasteners Safe Working Loads (kN)
Model Type of Direction Characteristic Loads (kN)
(3.75mm x 30mm
No. Connection of Load
Square Twist) Long Term Download
F1 1.30 1.68
A34 1 8
F2 1.06 2.40
A1, E 0.98 3.09
Angles & Ties
2 9
C1 0.64 1.82
A2 0.98 3.09
A35 3 12 C2 0.98 2.06
D 0.57 1.87
F1 1.93 8.65
4 12
F2 1.86 6.60
1. Working loads are for one anchor. When the anchors are installed on each side of the joist, the minimum joist thickness is 75mm.
2. Some illustrations show connections that would cause cross-grain tension or bending of the wood during loading if not reinforced sufficiently. In which case, consider mechanical reinforcement.
TYPE OF CONNECTIONS
1: A34 2: A35 3: A35 4: A35
Chimney Framing
Joists
To Beam
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Angles & Ties
The L70 Reinforcing Angle may be used in pairs to transfer the L70
loads between floor truss plys.
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MATERIAL: 1.6mm pre-galvanised mild steel.
Safe Working
Model No. Fasteners Loads (kN)
Qty
No. (3.75mm x 30mm)
C16 Timber TR26 Timber
L70 2 16 3.42 3.96
1. Maximum allowable load transfer for each pair of L70 reinforcing angles, subject to load transfer
rates within the table below.
2. 3.75 x 30 refers to square twist nails . Typical L70 Installation
3. Allowable loads shown are for truss top chord applications only.
4. Allowable loads shown are for downward vertical floor loads only.
60mm
LOADED
L70 Position
L/D
L/D
Greater or equal
Less Than12
12
Middle 2 ⁄ 3 of Truss Span 40% 20%
End 1 ⁄ 6 of Span 25% 20%
A Angles
The ‘A’ angles versatility means it can be used in many applications requiring 90° fixing.
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Angles & Ties
Rigid Tie Angles wrap around the wood members from two
directions—obsoleting the need for angle bracing, gussets and Model Minimum Timber Size
plywood stiffeners in many wood construction projects. The RTA Suggested Screws
No. (mm)
is ideal for gates, rectangular frame construction or any other
project with right angles. RTA1 38 No 6 Screw x 32
RTA2Z 38 8: SDS8x1.25
MATERIAL: RTA1—1.2mm; RTA2Z—1.5mm pre-galvanised mild steel.
E Angle Brackets
E5/2 2.0 75 48 65 13 2
E2/2,5/7090 2.5 90 90 65 16 2
E9S/2,5 2.5 90 150 65 22 3
E9/2,5 2.5 150 150 65 28 4
W1
E2/2,5 Installed L
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EA444/2 2.0 40 40 40 6 -
EA554/2 2.0 50 50 40 8 2 W1
EA664/2 2.0 60 60 40 10 2
EA756/2 2.0 50 70 60 8 2
L W2
EC80/2,5
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W2
L
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Angles & Ties
6.5x30 W1
EFIXR553 2.0 50 50 30 8
8.5x30
6.5x65
EFIXR753 2.0 70 50 30 9
8.5x30
6.5x65
EFIXS100 2.5 98 52 30 10
8.5x30
6.5x65
EFIXS120 3.0 117 52 30 10
8.5x30
W2
L
Angles & Ties
W2
L
Simple angle brackets which are very versatile, used for timber
to timber connections.
ES10/40
MATERIAL: Pre-galvanised mild steel.
W1
Dimensions (mm) Fixing Holes
Model
No.
Thickness W1 W2 L Nails (5mm)
ES10/40 2.0 60 60 40 10
ES10/60 2.0 60 60 60 16 W2
L
ES11/60 2.0 60 60 60 22
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Timber Connectors
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Timber Connectors
LS Skewable Angle
Designed to attach timber members at irregular angles, these
connectors can be bent on site from 0° to 135°.
The staggered nail pattern reduces the possibility for splitting Typical LS70
and allows installation on both sides of the member. Installation
Timber Connectors
Timber Connectors
SSTC
Single sided and double sided connector plates for enhanced
bolt performance in timber. Conforms to BS EN 912: 1999 Annex C.
Specification for toothed plate connectors.
Timber Connectors
T Brackets
2.0mm
66T 8 3 150 125 38
Galvanised Steel
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Caps & Bases
• ABE base design includes anchor bolt adjustment slot. Four-sided standoff plate
increases download support and provides attractive appearance.
• PBS must be set when concrete is poured.
• The ABE may be attached to anchor bolt set when concrete is poured or by means
of a chemical or expansion anchor in existing concrete.
MATERIAL: Pre-galvanised mild steel, see table, CB: 5.0mm mild steel.
OPTIONS:
• Column base type CB are made to order only and have a hot- dip galvanized finish.
• See CB illustrations below for typical arrangement. 75
• To order specify W1 and W2 dimensions. Base plate is 5mm.
ABE Installed PBS44A Installed CB Installed 110
200
SI MP
Stron SO N
g Tie®
HB
W )
(75
mm 2 W1 0 m m
-20 - 20
0m
m) 75 mm
D (
Post Material
Model Dimensions
Size (mm) Post1 Short Term
No. Short Term F1 Short Term F2 Long
(mm) Anchor Uplift
Bolts Term
Dia.
Nails Down
Base Strap W1 W2 D Qty Dia. Nails Bolts Nails Bolts Nails Bolts
2
ABE44Z 89 x 89 1.5 1.5 90 89 - 14 6 - - 2.31 - - - - - 29.65
FINISH: Galvanised.
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Caps & Bases
MATERIAL:
Fasteners
SWL (kN)
Post Dimensions (4.0mm x 90mm)
Model (mm) EPC
Size Installation
No.
(mm) Surfaces Short Term
W1 W2 L1 L2 L3 A B C Uplift Lateral
Post Caps
CC Column Caps
Column caps can be made to order for standard timber or composite wood sizes. Bolts
must be ordered separately. Contact factory for further details.
CC
INSTALLATION: Use 16mm bolts.
Range (mm) 75
Dimensions
Min. Max.
W1 75 225
W2 75 250
H1 100 200
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L 280
Typical CC
Installation
CCC CCT ECCLL
SIM
Str P S O
ong N
Tie®
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Straps
The HES (heavy engineered strap) & LES (light engineered strap) replace
traditional heavy restraint straps in roof construction. By reducing the
thickness to 1.5mm allows the HES strap to span over the top of truss bottom
chords without the need for notching.
They are less than 40% of the weight, quicker to fit, and overcome many fixing
problems associated with heavy straps.
The LES is designed for vertical applications e.g. holding down wallplates, and is
also CE marked.
• CE Marked.
• 1.5mm thick.
• Quicker to install - can fit over the top of truss bottom chords.
Heavy Engineered Strap Performance Data Light Engineered Strap Performance Data
Model Model
Load Load
No. No.
Main Bent (kN) Main Bent (kN)
Thickness Thickness
Length Length Length Length
HES06B10 1.5 600 100 8.0 LES06B10 1.5 600 100 4.0
HES08B10 1.5 800 100 8.0 LES08B10 1.5 800 100 4.0.
HES10B10 1.5 1000 100 8.0 LES10B10 1.5 1000 100 4.0
HES12B10 1.5 1200 100 8.0 LES12B10 1.5 1200 100 4.0
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Straps
I-Joist Application Option 2: I-Joist Application Option 3:
The HES Safety Fast Strap can be used in The HES Safety Fast Strap can also be fitted
conjunction with solid timber noggins. underneath the top flange of the I-Joist.
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Straps
TO ORDER: Specify model series, overall length, bend (B) dimension and /
or twist (T) dimension.
Common Bent Strap Sizes Common Twisted Strap Sizes Common Flat Strap Sizes
Dimension
Dimension (mm) Dimension (mm)
(mm)
Model Model Model
No. No. No.
L B1 L T1 L
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Straps
Straps
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Straps
In place of the heavy traditional 30x5mm strap at 2.0m c/c spacing, the
FMS strap is installed to provide restraint at every joist end, whether
built in or on hangers. So there’s no need to calculate where the straps FMS
go, or worry about getting one in the wrong place.
Every job gets done quicker and more smoothly. The FMS strap goes on
every joist end up to 600mm c/c spacing, and blockwork up to 125mm
thick. Bend Reinforced Only 3 No 3.75 x 30mm
with Embossment square twist nails required
to fix to joist
FEATURES:
FMS FMSC
Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3
fixings. fixings.
• Build next course of masonry,
• Sit the FMS Strap on top of • Sit the FMSC Strap to the side of ensuring masonry is installed tight
the joist, as shown in Figure 1, the joist, as shown in Figure 2, to the joist.
ensuring the return is hooked over ensuring the return is hooked over
the supporting masonry and is the supporting masonry and is • Fit the FMS Strap to the side of
tight against the outer face of the tight against the outer face of the the joist, as shown in Figure 3,
masonry. masonry. ensuring the return is hooked over
the supporting masonry and is
• Install 3 No 3.75 x 30mm square • Install 3 No 3.75 x 30mm square tight against the outer face of the
twist nails through the holes into twist nails through the holes into masonry.
the side of the joist. the side of the joist.
• Install 3 no. 3.75 x 30mm square
twist nails through the holes into
the side of the joist.
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Straps
• HSA come sized to suit joist centre spacing of 400,450 & 600mm.
Spaceing(mm)
Qty Fasteners
Joist Size Length
Model No. (3.35mm x 65mm)
(mm) (mm)
Per End
400 450 600
Straps
• Install strap ties where tension connections are required. Commonly used as ridge LSTA24
ties and at wall intersections.
• FB fixing band is for all general light strapping needs. Perfect for DIY, industrial LSTA18
and agricultural applications. Comes in convenient 10 metre rolls. LSTA15
LSTA12
MATERIAL: See table; Pre-galvanised mild steel (FB20S: Stainless steel).
LSTA9
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• FB can be easily bent or twisted for many versatile installations. No load rating
Straps
provided, and not recommended for structural applications.
• Members must have the same number of installed nails at each end. Otherwise,
the load is limited by the least number of nails in either member.
Dimensions (mm) 75
Model Material Qty Fasteners SWL
No. Thickness (3.75mm x 30mm) (Long Term)
Width Length
Twisted Straps
Straight Straps
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Straps
The ETFSS is the first timber frame strap to be CE marked. Incredibly strong yet just 1.2mm thick, and
can be used on cavity widths from 50 – 100mm.
• CE Marked.
MATERIAL: 380 mm
INSTALLATION:
Use all specified fasteners. Verify that the header can take the required fasteners specified in the table.
33 mm
Note: Stainless steel fasteners are required when using the ETFSS.
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Straps
The PWT200 is the first connector specifically designed and engineered to connect the
party walls of timber framed buildings.
It’s manufactured using minimum material section for optimum sound performance. This PWT200
allows the Tie to meet the requirements of Part E of the Building Regulations (Resistance to
the Passage of Sound), whilst incorporating a unique stiffening rib for maximum structural
capacity.
The Party Wall Tie has cavity widths of 50, 62 and 72mm stamped on the upper surface to
help you check for a consistent cavity width up through the building.
As it has been designed specifically for purpose, the nail holes (just two. 3.75 x 30mm at
each end) are positioned to ensure the minimum edge distances are always achieved.
INSTALLATION:
• Quick and easy installation using only 4 No. 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails – 2 per
side.
• Nails holes positioned to ensure Minimum Nail Edge Distances are always achieved.
• In order to minimise the risk of sound transfer, it is recommended that the PWT200 is
installed at 1200mm centres, unless otherwise specified by the building designer or
engineer.
• The PWT200 is to be installed at, or near ceiling level. Only one row of straps is to be
installed per storey height.
Straps
Typical PWT Installation
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Masonry Connectors
been developed for use with most brick and block modules. This system has been
designed for multi-purpose use where reliability and durability are important
requirements. It provides lateral support to masonry wall panels in conversion,
extension and new building work.
The multi-purpose no flange profile that has been designed to cater for brick and block
walls of widths from 60 to 250mm. Ideal for internal and external applications where
both sides of the new wall are to be fair faced.
MATERIAL:
FINISH:
Stainless steel or pre-galvanised mild steel with epoxy coated powder finish.
INSTALLATION:
1. The design shear strength given relates to existing masonry of solid aerated concrete blocks of minimum crushing strength 3.5 N/mm2.
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Masonry Connectors
A quality engineered wall connector system that has been developed for use with most brick
and block modules. This system has been designed for multi-purpose use where reliability
and durability are important requirements. It provides lateral support to masonry wall panels
in conversion, extension and new building work.
• A time saving solution to the tying-in of new walls to existing masonry walls/columns.
• BBA Approved for up to 8m, 3 storey work.
• Accommodates 10mm of vertical movement. 129-150
• Adjustable anchor ties to accommodate variation in brick courses.
• All fixings and ties provided within the packs.
Double flange profiles provide the benefit of a channel within which to build the new wall,
giving substantial support to finished walls where the inside and outside faces are to be
plastered/rendered.
1FUR
Patent No. GB2194263
SINGLE FLANGE PROFILES:
A single flange return provides an edge that, once plumbed, can be used for a construction
guide as well as giving support for walls to be fair faced on one side.
MATERIAL:
FINISH: Stainless steel or pre-galvanised mild steel with epoxy coated powder finish.
INSTALLATION:
• Fasteners must be spaced evenly, unless otherwise specified, and installed into the bricks
or block and not into mortar joints.
• Insert wall ties provided at maximum 300mm centres, bedding the ties into the mortar
Masonry Connectors
joints.
• Detailed site work instructions are provided with each wall connector system.
• In exposed locations it may be necessary to incorporate additional protection, for example
the insertion of a vertical dpc.
1MPN
Double Flange
1FUR5100 1FUR100D 5 100 2315 100 6.0kN
Single Flange
1EXT100S 1FUR100S 5 85 2315 85 - 150 5.OkN
No Flange
1MPP056N 1MPS056N 5 56 2275 60 - 250 4.0kN
1. The design shear strength given relates to existing masonry of solid aerated concrete blocks of minimum crushing strength 5.0 N/mm2.
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Masonry Connectors
MATERIAL:
Stainless Steel Profiles: 0.7mm stainless steel.
Mild Steel Profiles: 0.8mm pre-galvanised mild steel.
Stainless Steel Ties: 1.5mm stainless steel
Mild SteelTies: 2.0mm mild steel with Delta Coating.
Sleeves: 1.0mm PVC.
Coach Screws: M6 x 50mm stainless steel or galvanised.
Masonry Plugs: High density polythene.
FINISH:
Stainless steel or pre-galvanised mild steel with epoxy coated powder finish.
OPTIONS:
Additional brick spacers are provided when expansion allowance is to be made for clay based bricks.
TO ORDER:
Select Ceejay model no. from table (galvanised or stainless steel) and fire rating.
Fixing packs to suit installation.
For example:
Galvanised Ceejay Construction joint former to suit 100mm blockwork with 2 hour fire rating.
To be used as Column Fix. Products required are as follows:
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Masonry Connectors
IN-LINE INSTALLATION:
129-150
• Plug & screw pack and sleeved ties only used from the universal tie pack.
• Short in-line tie packs make the necessary allowance for masonry thickness.
Masonry Connectors
• Ties to be placed (450 Blocks)in alternate mortar joints
(900mm centres).
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FINISH:
Channel: Stainless steel, galvanised mild steel with powder coated finish.
PERFORMANCE:
The SFC when used in conjunction with the TLTS125C cavity tie has the following performance characteristics:
This exceeds the capacity of a Type 5 & 6 Timber Frame Tie to DD140.
SFC Surface
Fix Channel
TLTS
Twist Lock
Bonding Tie
L
TLTSD TLTS125C
Twist Lock Twist Lock
W
Debonding Tie Cavity Tie
25
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TYPICAL INSTALLATION
TYPICAL INSTALLATION - PLAN VIEW
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1. This number of fixings s based upon a fixing and tie at 450 mm vertical centres.
Model No.
Minimum No.
L (mm) W (mm)
of Fixings1
Powder Coated Galvanised
Stainless Steel
SFCGP0800BSF 800 42 2
SFCGP1200BSF 1200 42 3
1. This number of fixings and ties is based upon a fixing and tie at 450 mm vertical centres.
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The Crack Control Wall Starter assists any movement to take place where the new wall joins the existing wall.
By using sleeved ties and no mortar to the vertical joint the Crack Control Wall Starter makes allowance for
shrinkage movement and provides little resistance to vertical settlement.
MATERIAL:
FINISH: Stainless steel or pre-galvanised mild steel with black epoxy coated powder finish.
INSTALLATION:
• Offer one wall starter length to the lower wall surface. Plumb and mark out three fixing holes at the bottom,
centre and top of the wall starter.
• Drill and plug wall with a 10mm masonry drill. Use the three fixing screws and retaining washers to clamp
the wall starter to the wall. Repeat this process until the desired height is reached, cutting the final length of
wall starter if necessary.
• Begin constructing the wall, omitting mortar from the vertical joint between the existing and new walls,
making sure they abut tightly.
• Twist in the first sleeved tie 225mm from the base of the wall starter and press into the bed joint mortar.
• Continue fitting ties at maximum 225mm vertical intervals as the wall is constructed. A mastic sealant
Model No.
Connector Masonry
No.of Fixings No.of Ties Length (mm)
Width (mm) Width (mm)
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• Used for the formation of traditional movement joints placed in mortar bed joints at 450 centres.
• Debonding format allows for the construction of movement joints. 10 mm of sleeve overhang should be allowed for use in
brickwork for expansion.
MATERIAL:
Stainless Steel: 1.5mm.
Mild steel: 1.5mm pre-galvanised mild steel. Sleeve: 1.0mm PVC.
INSTALLATION:
Traditional movement joints may require the use of removable batten to achieve consistent width of the joint and will require
suitable filler, or fire stop, materials built in during construction or inserted when the structure is completed.
Masonry Connectors
Strip Debonding Tie
Model No. Ties Sleeves
Masonry Connectors
When fastening windows, door frames etc. to masonry the 1.5mm pre-galvanised Frame Tie provides enhanced mortar keying and
reduces the risk of injury from sharp edges
Reinforced fixings holes and pressed channel cross section ensure rigid fixing.
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Models Available
50mm Cavity 75mm Cavity 100mm Cavity Above right: typical installation 129-150
Below right: BTS4
Location Density of Ties Spacing (mm)
All South East England and Town and City sites where
basic wind speed does not exceed 52m/sec
4.4 ties per m 2 600 x 375
All sites where basic wind speed exceeds 52m/sec 7 ties per m 2 600 x 225
BTS4 Compressive Load Capacity 600N. 3.35x50mm nails included with pack
BTS4 Tensile Load Capacity 600N.
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SOUND RESISTANCE:
As stated within the Approved Document E 2003 - Resistance to the Passage of Sound - wall ties
used in external and separating cavity walls have to have a minimum value of dynamic stiffness to
reduce the transmission of airborne noise. Ties are separated into Type A and Type B.
• Type A: Can be used in separating walls and external walls subject to them also having the
required structural capacity. They can be butterfly ties or other ties with a dynamic stiffness of INSULATION
less than 4.8 MN/cu.m. RETAINING
• Type B: Can only be used in external cavity walls subject to them also having the required CLIP:
Additional ties should be used at the unbonded vertical edges of an opening or at movement control
joints. These should be placed 225mm from the joint, or opening, edge and at a maximum of 300mm
centre to centre.
Ties should be embedded into each leaf by at least 50mm, however to allow for normal tolerances of
cavity widths this is usually increased. When using insulation batts, it may be necessary to reduce
the horizontal tie spacing to 600mm centres.
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PLASTERING
Edge Beads ACCESSORIES
• In normal circumstances matured plasterwork may be regarded as dry and therefore non-corrosive.
Where galvanised beads are used the initial plaster drying out period should be kept to a minimum to
reduce the risk of possible corrosion of the steel.
• Stainless steel beads are specifically designed for cement based renders and should not be used
with gypsum based plasters.
• To prevent bimetallic corrosion ensure all metal fixings used in the installation are of the same
• material or are separated with a suitable plastic sheathing.
• In general, metal beads should be kept dry and stored flat. Care should also be taken to prevent
• accidental damage to the galvanised coating.
• The use of water contaminated with soluble salts in plastering mixes should be avoided as should
soluble chlorides as they are likely to increase the risk of metal corrosion.
SAB Angle Bead
MATERIAL:
Mild steel galvanised to Z275 is NOT suitable for external applications. Stainless Steel should only be used
in external applications with the appropriate cement based renders.
• BS 1369: Part 1: 1987 - Steel Lathing for Internal Plastering and External Rendering.
• BS 5262: Part 1: 1991 - Code of Practice for External Rendering.
• BS 5492: Part 1: 1990 - Code of Practice for Internal Plastering.
• BS 6452: Part 1: 1984 - Beads for Internal Plastering and Dry Lining.
• BS 8000: Part 10: 1995 - Workmanship on Site: Code of Practice for Plastering and Rendering.
• BS8212: Part 1: 1995 - Code of Practice for Dry lining and Partitioning using Gypsum Plaster. RBL Rib Lath
• EN13658: Part 1: 2005 - Metal and Lath Beads.
• The most appropriate bead should be specified in accordance with the application, required plaster
depth and desired finish. In external applications, we recommend the use of stainless steel products.
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• Ensure that all metal components used in a given installation are of the same material type.
• Always wear gloves when cutting or handling to prevent injury from sharp edges.
• Beads and Mesh may be cut to size as required by using snips across the mesh and a hacksaw
across the beads noses.
1. Pressing the bead’s wings firmly into plaster dabs placed at approximately 600mm centres both
sides of the arris.
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2. The wings may be embedded into the first coat of plaster for normal two coat work. Installation of
3. Nailing to a background with galvanised, or stainless steel nails. Pre-Formed Archframes
• The alignment of butt joints may be assisted by the application of headless nails, or wire of similar
material, within the nosing.
• When beads are used in conjunction with metal lath backgrounds, galvanised or stainless steel tying
wire may be used. Ensure the wire material matches the bead and lath materials. All wire should be
twisted tightly and the ends bent away from the finished face of the coating. (For lath fixing details
refer to DML and RBL sections of catalogue).
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PEB Edge Beads Edge Beads
PLASTERING AND RENDERING MADE SIMPLE. PSB Plaster Stop Bead (Mesh Wing)
MATERIAL:
0.45mm Stainless Steel
0.45mm Pre-Galvanised Steel MVB Movement Bead
INSTALLATION:
Edge beads may be fixed by dabs or by masonry nails of similar material.
Plasterboard Edge Bead: Fix the perforated wing flush to the board face before applying final skim
coat. The bead may be reversed if required by fixing the wing to the board’s inner surface.
Model No.
Dimensions
Galvanised Stainless Steel
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PEB
SAB/TCB/MMB
Edge Beads Corner Beads
MATERIAL:
TCB Thin Coat Bead
0.45mm Stainless Steel
0.45mm Pre-Galvanised Steel
INSTALLATION: Installation usually achieved by pressing the wings firmly into plaster dabs placed at
approximately 600mm centres both sides of the arris. The wings may alternatively be embedded into the
first coat of plaster for normal two-coat work. Alignment of butt joints may be assisted by the application
of headless nails or wire of similar material within the nosing, and fixing to metal lathing may also be made
with wire of similar material. Beads may be cut to size as required by using a hacksaw and snips. Beads
should be stored off the ground and in dry conditions during site work.
Model No.
Length
Galvanised Stainless Steel
MMB Mini Mesh Bead
Angle Bead
SAB24 - 2.4 Please note: where SAB is
SAB24W SAB24SW 2.4 required with 53mm flange,
model numbers suffixed “W”
SAB30 SAB30S 3.0 ie. SAB24W are applicable.
SAB30W SAB30SW 3.0
Wide Wing (WW) versions
Thin Coat Bead of TCB24 and TCB30 are also
TCB24 - 2.4 available).
TCB30 - 3.0
Mini Mesh Bead
MMB24 - 2.4
MMB30 - 3.0
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MATERIAL:
0.45mm stainless Steel; 0.45mm pre-galvanised Steel
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INSTALLATION: All metal components used in any particular application must be of the same material
type. Gloves should be worn to protect hands from sharp metal edges.
Position the mesh within the masonry bed joints, providing a minimum of 25mm cover to external faces.
Overlap by a minimum of 75mm if joining two lengths together. The mesh can be laid every third
brickwork course for most reinforcement.
CBR Masonry
Reinforcement Mesh
Model No.
Dimensions Primarily used to resist local
Galvanised Stainless Steel cracking under and over
wall openings.
CBR2063 CBR2063S 63mm x 20m
CBR20112 CBR20112S 112mm x 20m
CBR20175 CBR20175S 175mm x 20m
CBR20228 CBR20228S 228mm x 20m
CBR20305 - 305mm x 20m
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DML
PEB Edge
Expanded
BeadsMetal Lathing
IDEAL FOR USE AS A GENERAL REINFORCEMENT MESH. DML Expanded Metal Lathing
DML Expanded Metal Lathing is widely used as a backing to help prevent cracks occurring
where different materials meet. Complies to BS 1369:Part 1: 1987 Specification for Expanded
Metal Lathing.
MATERIAL:
Pre-galvanised Mild Steel
Stainless Steel
26 gauge: 2.25 Ibs per square yard (1.22 Kg per square metre).
INSTALLATION:
All metal components used in any particular application must be of the same material type. Expanded Metal Lathing
Gloves should be worn to protect hands from sharp metal edges.
Fix with the mesh length running across the supports (at max 350mm centres) with strand
sloping downwards and away from the face of the coating.
Timber: Using 7mm headed plasterers nails 38mm long, or 32 x 2mm staples, fix to each
support starting from the centre of sheet. Angle fixings away from the centre to give the lath the
necessary tension.
Steel: Bend 1.2mm tying wire into long “U”shapes and tie lath at 100mm centres by pulling
tight and twisting. When cutting wire ends, ensure that they are not left near the surface of the Fixing installed at an angle to
plaster. Sheet ends should be overlapped by 50mm on supports and wired together at 150mm give necessary tension.
centres. Sheet sides should be overlapped by a minimum of 25mm and wired together at
150mm centres.
Model No.
Dimensions (mm)
Galvanised Stainless Steel
End laps
should lap 50mm Fixing to supports
on supports. should be at
100mm centers.
General Fixing
25mm
Fixing Expanded
Metal Lathing to Solid
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RBL Rib
EdgeLath
Beads
INSTALLATION:
All metal components used in any particular application must be of the same material type.
Gloves should be worn to protect hands from sharp metal edges.
Fixing of lath should follow BS 5492: 1990 Code of practice for Internal Plastering and
BS 5262: 1991 Code of practice for External Rendering.
The apex of rib lath should always be in contact with the fixing background.
Metal: Use 1.63mm or two strands of 1.22mm galvanised mild steel wire to tie May be fixed to metal or timber
around the rib where it crosses each steel stud. Steel studs should be at maximum supports.
600mm centres.
Fully compliant with BS 5492
To join sheets of Rib Lath, the edge ribs should be overlapped and the edges tied at and BS 5262.
150mm centres with 1.22mm tying wire. Where the ends of the lathing finish in front
of a support, overlap by 50mm, otherwise sheets should be overlapped by 100mm
with two 1.63mm ties used with each overlapping rib.
Fixing to solid backgrounds: The ribs of the lath should be held firmly against the
background by the use of fixings placed at 600 mm centres. End edges should be overlapped by
50mm, side edges by 25mm and tied or screwed at 150mm centres.
Fixing RBL to Timber Supports Fixing RBL to Timber Supports Fixing RBL to Metal Supports
using 38mm Staple using 38mm Nail using Wire Tie
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PEB Edge Beads Arch Formers
INSTALLATION: Arch formers are non-load bearing. If creating a new opening a lintel will be
necessary.
Selection: Measure the brick to brick width and thickness of gap. If necessary, cut arch using
snips and a hacksaw or use a bridging section (ref BSP450). If wall thickness exceeds 150mm,
select extra Soffit Piece (ref ESP295) for wall thickness up to 400mm.
Fixing: Remove plaster down to brickwork and mark centre point of the gap on both sides.
Nail arch segments into place using, masonry nails provided, connecting beads at centre with
joining pieces supplied.
Suits wall thickness of 90mm to
If provided, fit Soffit pieces between segments with screws, nails and joining pieces.
150mm without cutting.
For walls of thickness less than 150mm join overlapping fixed soffits with self-tapping screws
provided. For walls thicker than 150mm use extra soffit piece (ref ESP295) in the same way as Solid bead for durability and
above. ease of plastering.
To adapt an arch to fit between two parallel walls, cut and use wooden battens as shown in the
illustration on the right. Wide variety of styles and sizes
available.
Plastering: When the arch frame is fully secured to the wall, use standard angle bead
on vertical corners as usual and apply plaster directly to the mesh. Fixings and instructions
included.
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opening and the wall thickness, then the fixings included in the pack. supplied to join the bead of each
choose the Archformer style in the section together.
size you need.
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Step 4: Join the soffit pieces Step 5: Simply plaster or render the
together with the fixings provided. Archformer using the bead edge as a
guide to the perfect finish.
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Edge Beads Arch Formers
WARWICK SEMI-CIRCLE
Warwick Semi-Circle
R
Model No Width (mm) Rise (mm)
SEMI-CIRCLE CORNERS
Semi-Circle Corners
R
Model No Width (mm) Rise (mm)
W
COR0750 375 375
ARCHMAKE SEMI-CIRCLE
Archmake Semi-Circle
R
Model No Width (mm) Rise (mm)
W
AM0750 75-1200 375
CLASSIC OVAL
Classic Oval
R
W
Model No Width (mm) Rise (mm)
Model No Dimensions
BRIDGING SECTION
Bridging Section
Model No Dimensions
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Miscellaneous
VERSATILE ANCHOR TO
ATTACH TIMBER SOLE PLATES
TO CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS. SPA Sole Plate Anchor
INSTALLATION:
MATERIAL:
Miscellaneous
NS Nail Stoppers
MATERIAL:
NS1 75 2 - 3.75 x 30
NS2 150 2 - 3.75 x 30
Miscellaneous
MATERIAL:
SPWG
Square Plate Washer
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Miscellaneous
MATERIAL:
CLIP2/250 2mm
W
CLIP3/250 3mm
CLIP Installed
Miscellaneous
MP Mending Plate
DI
NG
T
FO
Miscellaneous
PL
AT
TR
US
W
SE
S
MATERIAL:
Dimensions
Model No
Width (mm) Length (mm) MP Installed
MENDING PLATE
NOT FOR TRUSSES
MP14 25 100
MP24 50 100
MP36 75 150
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