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Connectors for

Timber and
Masonry
Construction
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Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Connector Solutions

Building Better Structures


The Worlds leading construction connector manufacturer, our mission is to help build better, safer structures economically.
The first choice for house builders as well as the repair and maintenance and DIY professionals, we offer innovations to make
traditional building methods easier, meet changing legislation and the needs of emerging construction methods.
Customer focussed, we provide industry leading technical and customer care support, with office based teams dedicated to
the engineered wood sector and the repair and maintenance sector. Our field sales team is also on hand to provide on-site
technical support and assist with business development.

Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors and Fastenings for use with Light Gauge Steel

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Contents
Structural Screws for Multi-Ply Timbers

19-31

Masonry Hangers for Solid Joists

32-43

Masonry Hanger for I-Joist and Metal Web

44-55

Timber Hangers for Solid Joists

56-63

Connectors for Glulam Timber

64-71

Timber Hangers for I-Joists

72-106

Timber Hangers for Metal Web Joists

107-117

Roof Connectors

118-130

Timber Frame Connectors

132-137

Angle Brackets and Ties

138-145

Timber Connectors

146-147

Columns Caps and Post Bases

148-153

Restraint Straps

154-159

Masonry Connectors and Wall Ties

160-167

Bead and Mesh

168-175

Miscellaneous

176-177

Mechanical and Chemical Anchor Systems

178-201

Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Alphabetical Index

1ARBGAL

Description
Arrisrail Bracket

1EXT/1FUR/1MP Wall Extension Profile

Page

Prefix

Description

176

ESCRC

Countersunk Structural Wood Screw

161

ET

Skewed 45 Angle Bracket

Page
22
63/105

Angle Tie

139

ETB

Concealed Beam Hanger

A34/A35

Framing Anchors

138

ETFSS

Hold Down Strap

134

ABC

Angle Bracket for Cladding

145

FB

Fixing Band

159

ABR

Reinforced Angle Bracket

142

FMS

Folded Mini Strap

158

ABW

Adjustable Post Base with Stand Off

149

FT

Frame Tie

167

Accessories

Chemical Anchoring Tools and Accessories

200

FTC

Cavity Frame Tie

166

APB

Adjustable Elevated Post Base

150

GLTV

I-Joist and Engineered Timber Hanger

Archformers

Plaster Arch Formers

175

GS

Glide Shoe

120

ATF

Concealed Beam Hanger

70

High Wind Tie

146

AT-HP

High Performance Concrete Resin

190

H/L

Heavy/Light Restraint Strap

156

BOAXII

Through Bolt

182

HSA

Herringbone Strut

159

BTALU

Concealed Beam Hanger

69

HB

Top Flange I-Joist Hanger

BTS/SWT

Brick to Timber and Brick to SIP Tie

HES/LES

Heavy/Light Engineered Restraint Strap

C2K

Crocodile Universal Wall Starter

160

HGUS/HGUQ

Face Fix Girder Truss Hanger

CB

Post Base

150

HI

Scrolled Hip Iron

176

CBR

Masonry Reinforcement Mesh

171

HRC

Hip Ridge Connector

128

CC

Column Cap

152

HU/U

Heavy Duty Face Fix Hangers

103

CBH

Concealed Beam Connector

68

IC

Insulation Clip

136

CPT

Concealed Post Base

148

ICF

Insulated Concrete Form Hanger

43

CWT

Cavity Wall Tie

164

IHS

I-Joist Hole Support

82

DBT

Deck Board Tie

177

IRC

Insulation Retaining Clip

DML

Expanded Metal Lathing

173

ITB/HITB

Backer Free, Top Flange I-Joist Hanger

76

DSTC/SSTC

Double and Single Sided Toothed Connectors

147

ITBS

Backer Free I-Joist Hanger wirh Adjustable Skew

79

Reinforced Angle Bracket

142

ITSE/MIT

Top Flange I-Joist Hanger

88

EA

Light Reinforced Angle Bracket

143

IUB/HIUB

Metal Web Joist Hangers

110

EB

Reinforced Angle Bracket

142

IUBS

Metal Web Joist Hanger with Adjustable Skew

114

EC

Light Duty Angle Bracket

143

IUC

Concealed Flange Face Fix Hanger

EFIX

Adjustable Angle Bracket

144

IUQ

Metal Web to SIP Hanger

END

Multi Angle Bracket

144

IUSE

Face Fix I-Joist Hanger

EPC

End Post Cap

152

JES

Joist End Support (For Loft Conversions)

118

ERS

Render Stop Bead

170

JHA

Joist Hanger with Adjustable Height Strap

56

ES

Nail Plate Angle Bracket

144

JHM/HJHM

Masonry Supported Hangers for Solid Joists

38

ESCR

Structural Wood Screw

21

JHMI/HJHMI

Masonry Supported Hangers for I-Joists

44

135/167

71

94

92
154
105/121

165

58
116
96

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Alphabetical Index

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Prefix

Description

Page

Prefix

Description

Page

139

SAB

Standard Angle Bead

Top Flange I-Joist Hanger (Skewable)

90

SAE/SAI

Heavy Duty Face Fix Hangers

60

LIB

Backer Free I-Joist Hanger

72

SDE

Width Adjustable Face Fix Hanger

59

LIB

Backer Free Metal Web Joist Hanger

107

SDW

Structural Wood Screw

20

LITB

Back Free Top Flange I-Joist Hanger

74

SES

Simpson End Seal

48

LMAS

Threaded Rod

201

SET-XP

Pure Epoxy Concrete Resin (Seismic Approved)

LS

Skewable Angle

147

SFH/SFWH

Safety Fast Masonry Hangers for Solid Joists

32

LSSU/LSU

Light Duty Slope and Skew Adjustable Hangers

126

SFHI/SFWHI

Safety Fast Masonry Hangers for I-Joists

53

LSTA

Strap Tie

159

SFJC

Safety Fast Joist Cap for Solid Joists

37

LTS/MTS

Twist Straps

159

SFJC

Safety Fast Joist Cap for I-Joists

47

LUP

Light Duty Hanger (with Speed Prongs)

62

SFLH

Safety Fast Lite Hanger for Solid Joists

34

LWTS

Cavity Wall Tie

165

SFLHI

Safety Fast Lite Hanger for I-Joists

50

MH

Mini Hanger for Solid Joists

62

SML/H

Light and Heavy Duty Security Mesh

174

MH

Sacrificial Floor Detail

102

SPA

Sole Plate Anchor

133

MH

Mini Hanger for I-Joists

103

SPR50

Slope Adjustable Hanger

129

MIU/HIU

Face Fix I-Joist Hangers

100

SPWG

Square Plate Washer

177

MJC

Multiple I-Joist Connector

85

SVM

Stainless Steel Soffit Vent Mesh

174

MJC

Multiple Metal Web Joist Connector

109

Flat T Shaped Bracket

147

MMB

Mini Mesh Bead

171

TCB

Thin Coat Bead

171

MP

Mending Plate

177

TCP

Truss Clip

120

MVB

Movement Bead

170

TFLS

Levelling System

132

NP

Nail Plate

125

THA

Truss Hanger with Adjustable Height Strap

123

NS

Nail Stopper

176

THAI

Adjustable Strap Hanger for I-Joists

106

PBH

Heavy Duty Elevated Post Base

151

THGQ

Heavy Duty Girder Truss Hanger

124

PBS

Post Base with Stand Off

149

THM

Mono Truss Hanger

122

PC

Post Cap

152

TTCB

Toothed Thin Coat Bead (Hook On)

172

PEB

Plasterboard Edge Bead

170

TU

Concealed Beam Hanger

Poly-GP

General Purpose Concrete/Masonry Resin

188

VAC/VAS

Vinylester Adhesive Capsule and Threaded Rod

196

PPA

Elevated Post Base with 100mm Stand Off

150

VP

Loft Vent Plate

119

PSB

Plaster Stop Bead

170

VPA

Variable Pitch Connector

127

PVC-u Bead

Plastic Beads

168

VTCR

Valley Truss Clip

130

PWT

Party Wall Tie

137

WA

Wedge Anchor Bolt

180

RHMSK

Skewed Masonry Hanger

41

WBT

Window Board Tie

176

RBL

Rib Lath

173

WTS

Stainless Steel Masonry to Masonry Wire Tie

162

RR

Ridge Rafter Connector

129

ZS

Slotted Z-Clip

L70

Reinforcing Bracket

LBV

171

193

65

86
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Construction Product

Regulations

CE Marking and Construction Connectors


From the 1st July 2013 the Construction Product Regulations (CPR) became compulsory in the UK. All construction products
covered by the CPR, sold after this date must comply with it. It is the distributors responsibility to ensure that it sells products which
comply with the CPR.
The only way for you to show compliance with the CPR is to CE mark the product.
Simpson Strong-Tie has CE marked more than 350 product ranges to ensure that this is the case. Any connectors manufactured
by us since March 2013 onwards meet the needs of CPR.

oduct label Template 8/07


Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Construction Product Regulations


Our packaging is labelled in accordance with CPR, an example of which can be seen below.

JHA270/47

ADJ USTABL E JO I ST H AN G E R
5 0 1 5 6 4 009320

EACH EAN:

Intended Use:
Refer to ETA-06/0270

Essential Requirements:
Refer to ETA-06/0270

0836
12
13
14
15

ETA-06/0270
0836-CPD-06/F007
ETAG015:2008
DoP-e06/0270

07

Simpson Strong-Tie

www.strongtie.eu

JHA270/47

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DATE: 01/03/13
MADE IN UK
QUANTITY: 50 11
WEIGHT: 11KG
PER CARTON

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5 0 1 5 6 4 009320
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.

Simpson Strong-Tie item code


Item description
EAN bar code (each)
EAN bar code (box)
CE symbol
The number of the notified body undertaking factory production control auditing
Year that Simpson Strong-Tie first CE marked the product
Information on intended use of product and its essential requirements
Name of Manufacturer and web address
Date of manufacture
Box quantity and weight
Technical document number to which the product complies
Factory production control certificate number
Number of the technical standard to which the product complies
Declaration of Performance number (copy available upon request)

If you have any questions about the CPR and how it affects you, please call our Technical Department on 01827 255600 who
will be delighted to help you, or visit www.strongtie.co.uk.




CPR became effective: 1st July 2013


Prove compliance by CE marking
Our products CE marked to the CPR
Over 350 product ranges CE marked
Declaration of Performance (DoP) readily available

Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Product
Range

Approval Standard

DoP Certificate

Product
Range

Approval Standard

DoP Certificate

A34/A35

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0137

IUB/HIUB

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

ABR

ETAG015

DoP-e06/0106

IUBS

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

APB

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0285

IUC

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

ATF

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0290

IUQ

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

AT-HP

ETAG001

DoP-e11/0151

IUSE

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

AT-HP

ETAG001

DoP-e13/0416

JHA

ETAG015

DoP-e06/0270

AT-HP

ETAG001

DoP-e11/0139

JHM/I

EN 845-1

DoP-h06/0002

AT-HP

ETAG001

DoP-e11/0150

LBV

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

B/BI

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

LES

EN 845-1

DoP-h06/0001

BOAXII

ETAG001

DoP-e08/0276

LS

ETAG015

DoP-e06/0106

BTS/SWT

EN845-1

DoP-h07/0002

LSSU

ETAG015

DoP-e08/0053

CBH

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0245

LSSX

EN 14545

DoP-h13/0011

CH/T

EN 845-1

DoP-h11/0001

LSTA

EN 14545

DoP-h10/0001

DML

EN 13658-1

DoP-h08/0002

LSU

ETAG015

DoP-e08/0053

DMLS

EN 13658-2

DoP-h08/0003

LTS

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0137

DSTC/SSTC

EN 14545

DoP-h10/0007

LUP

ETAG015

DoP-e06/0270

ETAG015

DoP-e06/0106

LWTS

EN 845-1

DoP-h08/0001

EB

ETAG015

DoPe06/0106

MH

ETAG015

DoP-e06/0270

ERS

EN 13658-2

DoP-h08/0003

MIT

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

ESCR

CUPA 06.03/08

DoP-e13/0796

MIU

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

ET

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0234

MJC

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0317

ETB

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0245

MMB

EN 14353

DoP-h13/0005

ETFSS

EN 845-1

DoP-h07/0001

MTS

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0137

FMS

EN845-1

DoP-h11/0002

MVB

EN 13658-1

DoP-h08/0002

GS

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0317

MVBS

EN 13658-2

DoP-h08/0003

H/L

EN845-1

DoP-h13/0002

N3.75X30

EN 14592

DoP-h13/0012

H2.5A

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0137

N3.75X75

EN 14592

DoP-h13/0018

HES

EN 845-1

DoP-h05/0001

N4.0X90

EN 14592

DoP-h13/0018

HGUS/HGUQ

ETAG015

DoP-e06/0270

NP

EN 14545

DoP-h10/0005

HJHM/I

EN 845-1

DoP-h07/0043

PEB

EN 14353

DoP-h13/0005

HRC

ETAG015

DoP-e08/0053

PISBMAXI

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0285

HU

ETAG015

DoP-e08/0042

POLY-GP

ETAG001

DoP-e13/0415

ITB/HITB

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

PPA

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0285

ITBS

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

PPR

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0285

ITSE/MIT

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

PPRB

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0285

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CE Documentation Index

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CE Documentation Index
Product
Range

Approval Standard

Declaration of Performance

DoP Certificate

DoP-e06/0270
(Issue 1,0)

PSB

EN 13658-1

DoP-h08/0002

PSBS

EN 13658-2

DoP-h08/0003

PWT

EN 14545

DoP-h10/0001

RBL

EN 13658-1

DoP-h08/0002

RBLS

EN 13658-2

DoP-h08/0003

RR

ETAG015

DoP-e08/0053

SAB

EN 13658-1

DoP-h08/0002

SABS

EN 13658-2

DoP-h08/0003

SAE

ETAG015

DoP-e06/0270

SAI

ETAG015

DoP-e06/0270

SDE

ETAG015

DoP-e06/0270

SDS

EN 14592

DoP-h10/0014

SDW

EN 14592

DoP-h10/0017

SET-XP

ETAG001

DoP-e11/0360

SFH/SFHI/
SFWH/SFWHI

EN 845-1

DoP-h07/0004

SFLH

EN 845-1

DoP-h10/0006

SPR

ETAG015

DoP-e08/0053

SWT

EN 845-1

DoP-h07/0002

TC

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0317

TCB

EN 14353

DoP-h13/0005

TCP

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0317

THA/THAI

ETAG015

DoP-e06/0270

THM

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

TU

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0245

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

VPA

ETAG015

DoP-e08/0053

VTCR

ETAG015

DoP-e07/0317

WA

ETAG001

DoP-e11/0080

WTS

EN 845-1

DoP-h13/0021

ZS

ETAG015

DoP-e04/0042

1.

Product Type:

Joist Hangers

2.

Identification:

ETC, ETCD, ETCG, THAI, HGUQ, GSE, GSE-AL, GSI, GSI-AL, HGUS, JHL,
JHR, LUP, MF, MH, AG703, AG713, BSI, BSIL, BSN, BSS, GLE, GLI, GSEXL,
BSD, BSDI, SAE, SAEL, SAI, SAIL, SAIX, SBE, SBG, SDED/G, JHA and THA

3.

Intended Use:

Refer to ETA-06/0270 Section 1

4.

Manufacturer:

Simpson Strong-Tie Int. Ltd

5.

Authorised Representative:

N/A

6.

System of Assessment:

2+

7, 8.

Technical Specifications & Notified Bodies:

10.

For local branch addresses refer to www.strongtie.eu

The performance of the products identified in points 1. & 2. is in conformity with the declared performance in point 9.
This declaration of performance is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer identified in point 4.
Signed for and on behalf of the manufacturer by:
Ian Harrison

C-UK14 2014 SIMPSON STRONG-TIE COMPANY INC.

(European Technical Director)

(Tamworth, UK. 01/03/2013)

Each product must have a Declaration of Performance


(DoP) so that the end user can be assured that the
product complies with the regulations.
All Simpson Strong-Tie DoPs are available at
www.strongtie.co.uk or www.strongtie.eu.

Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Eurocode 5: The New Design Method

The Background
In 1985 a New Approach to Technical Harmonisation was
introduced through the European Commission (EC). A list of
Directives was formulated for a wide range of product types
e.g. electrical goods and toys.

Simpson Strong-Ties range of products is mainly covered


by the following European Standards and ETAGs which
have been used as the basis for capacity determination and
CE Marking:

One of these Directives was the Construction Products


Directive (CPD). In 1988 the European Committee for
Standardisation (CEN) commenced preparation of
Harmonised Standards for a number of product types.

BS EN 845-1:
Specification for Ancillary

Components for Masonry
ETAG015:
Three Dimensional Nailing Plates
BS EN 14592:
Timber Structure - Dowel Type
Fastener Requirements
BS EN14545:
2D Nailing Plates
BS EN 13658-1:
Metal Lath and Beads - Platering
BS EN 13658-2
Metal lath and Beads - Rendering
BS EN14353:
Metal Beads - Gypsum Plaster Boards
ETAG001:
Metal Anchors for use in Concrete

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.

As of July 1st 2013, Construction Products Regulations


came into force in the UK and Ireland.

Design Methods
European Design Standards, Eurocodes, have also been
developed which supersedes the existing national design
codes. The Eurocodes which impact on the Simpson
Strong-Tie range of products are:

In timber design the duration of loading also influences the


design capacity and a modification factor is applied
dependent on the duration. These modification factors are
also dependent on the materials being used.

EN1993 Eurocode 3 Design of Steel Structures


EN1995 Eurocode 5 Design of Timber Structures
EN1996 Eurocode 6 Design of Masonry Structures

The Simpson Strong-Tie range of products are generally


connected to either Solid Timbers or LVL materials, which
utilise the modification factors kmod shown in the table
below.

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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.

Extract From Table 3.1 in BS EN 1995-1-1:2004 + A1:2008 (Eurocode 5)

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Load Duration

Permanent

Long Term
(Download)

Medium Term

Short Term
(Uplift)

Instantaneous

kmod

0.6

0.7

0.8

0.9

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Eurocode 5: The New Design Method

The Background
This catalogue generally presents characteristic resistances
for timber to timber connectors as Unmodified
Characteristic Resistances i.e. the characteristic value has
not been modifed by the appropriate kmod factor.
Please note the kmod factor does not apply to masonry
hangers and connectors.
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
Design Load < Design Capacity

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.
The 2 methods can be compared graphically using the
diagram below:

In previous catalogues we published only Safe Working


Loads.
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

Unmodified
Characteristic Capacity

Ultimate or Failure Load

x kmod

/ Global Safety Factor

Modified Characteristic
Capacity / Partial Safety Factor
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Design Capacity
Design Load
x Partial Safety Factor

Safe Working Load


Actual or Applied Load
Actual Applied Load < SWL

Design Load < Design Capacity

Service Classes
Timber structures shall be assigned to one of the service classes stated below:

Service Class 1:
Characterised by a moisture content in the materials corresponding to a temperature of 20C and the relative humidity of
the surrounding air only exceeding 65% for a few weeks per year, e.g. warm roofs, internal timber frame walls, internal/
party walls.

Service Class 2:
Characterised by a moisture content in the materials corresponding to a temperature of20 C and the relative
humidity of the surrounding air only exceeding 85% for a few weeks per year, e.g. ground floors, cold roofs,
external timber frame walls and external walls.

Service Class 3:
Characterised by climatic conditions leading to higher moisture contents than in service class 2, e.g. external
uses, fully exposed.

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Terms and Conditions

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 Buyers 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 Buyers 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.

Non-Catalogue & Modified Products

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.

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 products specifications,
installation, and use.

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.

Limited Warranty

b) The warranties in condition 7(a) are given on condition that the


Seller is not liable for a defect in the goods caused by:
(i) fair wear and tear, wilful damage, negligence, or abnormal or
unsuitable storage or working conditions of the goods by the Buyer;
(ii) failure to follow the Sellers instructions or guidance whether oral
or in writing (including but not limited to any instructions set out in
the Sellers catalogue) as to the storage, commissioning, installation,
use and maintenance of the goods or (if there are none) good trade
practice regarding the same;
(iii) the Buyer altering or repairing the goods without the written
consent of the Seller;

f) Except as expressly set out in these conditions, all conditions,


warranties and representations, expressed or implied by statute,
common law or otherwise, in relation to the goods are excluded.
g) The Seller is not liable to the Buyer, whether for negligence, breach
of contract, misrepresentation or otherwise, for:
(i) loss or damage incurred by the Buyer as a result of third party
claims; or
(ii) indirect or consequential damage suffered by the Buyer,
including, without limitation, loss of goodwill, business opportunity
or anticipated savings; or
(iii) economic losses including without limitation loss of profit.

(v) the goods differing from their specification as a result of changes


made to ensure they comply with applicable statutory or regulatory
requirements.

h) For the avoidance of doubt, subject to condition 7(j) the entire


liability of the Seller arising out of or in connection with the goods,
whether for tort (including negligence), breach of contract, breach
of statutory duty, misrepresentation or otherwise, is limited to the
Sellers level of insurance cover in place from time to time (currently
500,000) and the Buyer shall be responsible for making its own
arrangements for the insurance of any excess loss.

c) The Seller is not liable for a defect in the goods unless it is notified
to the Seller within 5 days of the date of delivery or, if the defect
would not be apparent on reasonable inspection, of the date on
which it would become apparent to a reasonable buyer.

i) The Sellers prices are determined on the basis of the liability limits
in this condition. The Buyer may by written notice to the seller
request the Seller to agree a higher limit of liability provided insurance
cover can be obtained for that higher limit.

d) The Seller shall not be liable for damage in transit, shortage of


delivery or non-delivery unless the Buyer shall have given the Seller
written notice of such damage, shortage or loss, with reasonable
particulars of it within 5 days of receipt of the goods or (in the case
of total loss) of receipt of the invoice or other notification of dispatch.

j) Nothing in these conditions shall operate to exclude or restrict the


Sellers liability for death or personal injury resulting from negligence,
or breach of the obligations arising from section 12 of the Sale of
Goods Act 1979, or for fraud/deceit.

(iv) the Buyer making further use of the goods after giving notice in
accordance with condition 7(c); or

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e) If the Seller is liable under these warranties then (subject to


condition 7(j)) the Sellers only obligation is, at its option, to make
good any shortage or non-delivery; replace or repair any goods
which are damaged or defective; or refund to the Buyer the amount
paid by the Buyer for the goods that are the subject of the claim.

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a) The Seller warrants that it has good title to the goods and that
the goods will, for a period of 12 months from the date of delivery
comply with their specification and be free from defects in material
and workmanship. The Seller does not warrant that the goods are
fit for any particular purpose and it is the Buyers responsibility to
ensure the goods are suitable for the use(s) to which it intends to
put them.

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Company Profile

Quality Policy
We help people build safer structures economically. We
do this by designing, engineering and manufacturing
No Equal structural connectors and other related
products that meet or exceed our customers needs and
expectations.

Simpson Strong-Tie is an ISO 9001 registered company.


ISO 9001 is an internationally recognised quality
management system standard, which lets our customers
know that they can count on the consistent quality of
Simpson Strong-Ties products and services.

Everyone is responsible for product quality and is


committed to ensuring the effectiveness of the Quality
Management System.

FM14704

Environmental Health and Safety Policy


Simpson Strong-Tie continues to look for ways to build
safer and stronger homes while being mindful of how
we can help protect the environment and the health
and safety of our employees. We are committed to
environmental management, including health, safety and
ecological protection.

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EMS517722

Simpson Strong-Tie is accredited to the internationally


recognised standards for environmental health & safety
management systems.

OHS57006

Testing Laboratory Accreditation


Our European Test Laboratory located in Tamworth,
Staffordshire is the first manufacturers facility to achieve
third party accreditation to the international standard
BS EN ISO/IEC 17025.

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Disproportionate Collapse - Timber Frame Buildings

The Regulations
It is a requirement under the UK building regulations that
buildings comply to a minimum level of robustness. This
is referred to as disproportionate collapse. The building
regulations for Scotland and England & Wales in essence
state, although worded slightly differently from each other,
that: The building shall be constructed so that in the event
of an accident the building will not suffer collapse to an

extent disproportionate to the cause.


Until a British code is available and referenced in the
building regulations the route for timber designers is to
adopt alternative methods. The STA (Structural Timber
Association) have developed a method and forms the basis
for the following information.

The Methods
Platform timber frame is a lightweight building process
that under accidental damage is known to be robust
and has significant capacity to span over gaps caused
by accidental damage. This was demonstrated by tests
carried out on the BRE/TRADA TF2000 six storey building
in 1998 which concluded that: ...timber frames designed
and built correctly were robust against disproportionate
collapse.

Class

Building Type and


Occupancy

Class 1

Single occupancy - 1
to 4 storey
e.g. Detached and
town houses.

Class 2A

Method

No additional requirements above normal design


process.

Other:

Horizontal tying (1) force at each junction to be


checked.

Platform:

Use common proven details to provide tying (1) of


suspended floors to walls.

Other:

Class 2B

Class 3

1.
2.
3.

Platform:

Buildings with high


levels of crowd
accumulation

Check for an accidental horizontal effective tying (1)


force of 5 kN/m of supported wall.

Other:

Products

ITB, HITB,
SAE, SAI,
HU, HUC,
IUC

Use common proven details to provide effective


tying (1) of suspended floors to walls, along with a
check on the notional removal of each load bearing
wall (bridging)(2). Key element(3) design to be used
when notional removal is not practical.

Hospitals - up to 3
storey
Educational buildings
- up to 15 storey

Design Check

Platform:

Houses or apartments - up to 4
storey

Houses, apartments
or other residential
buildings - 4 to 15
storey

The building regulations have classified buildings into 4


classes according to building type and risk.

Check for an accidental horizontal effective tie force


of 7 kN/m of supported wall along with check on
the notional removal of each load supporting, load
bearing or wall (bridging)(2).
Key element(3) design to be used when notional
removal is not practical.

SAE, SAI,
HU, HUC,
IUC, CC,
CCC, CCT,
ECCLL

Designer to carry out risk assessment and decide upon a suitable


method.

Tying Provision of effective horizontal ties.


Bridging Rim Beam method where the structure is designed to bridge over the loss of an untied member.
Key Element A structural member (column) upon which the stability of the remainder of the structure depends.

ITB, HITB, SAE, SAI, HU, HUC, IUC tie the joist to rim beam, providing a vertical support & horizontal tie force.
SAE, SAI, HU, HUC, CC, CCC, CCT, ECCLL join rim beam members at each junction, providing a vertical support &
horizontal tie force.
CC, CCC, CCT, ECCLL join a structural column (Key Element) to the rim beam, providing a horizontal tie force.
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Platform timber frame comprises wall and floor

components mechanically fixed to each other. Unlike other


structural concepts, buildings falling outside the scope of
platform cellular layouts e.g. post & beam or portal frames,
platform timber frame relies on the full diaphragm action
of the floors to transfer horizontal forces to an evenly
distributed layout of load bearing walls, which provide both
vertical support and horizontal load resistance.

Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Important Information

General Notes
This catalogue reflects changes in the product performance and configurations of some Simpson Strong-Tie products. This catalogue
is effective until 31st December 2016 and supersedes all information in earlier publications of products shown. Information on product
performance and configurations are updated periodically. Contact Simpson Strong-Tie for the most current product information. Product
performances 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 product performances.
products to fit common dry timber dimensions. If you require
a connector with dimensions other than those listed, Simpson
may be able to vary connector dimensions; contact the factory.

These notes are provided to ensure proper installation of Simpson


Strong-Tie products and must be followed fully.
Simpson Strong-Tie reserves the right to change
specifications, designs and models without notice.
Steel used for each Simpson Strong-Tie product is individually
selected based on the products steel specifications, including
strength, thickness, formability, finish, and can be welded.
Contact factory for steel information on specific products.

Top fix hangers may cause unevenness. Possible remedies


should be evaluated by a professional and include using a
face-fixing hanger or removing material to accommodate the
top flange thickness.
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 in kilo Newtons (kN).

Do not overload. Do not exceed the product performance


which would jeopardise the connection.

Unless otherwise noted, product performances 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 designed for bending at time
of installation should only be bent once.
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 easily and should be
evaluated as required. If wood tends to split, consider predrilling holes with diameters not exceeding 75% of the nail
diameter.

Fill all fastener holes with fastener types specified in the tables,
unless otherwise noted. When nailing options are noted, the
fasteners must be the correct type and location to obtain full
loading.
Hanger options - some combinations of hanger options
have not been evaluated. In some cases, combinations of
these options may not be installed. Horizontal loads induced
by sloped joists must be resisted by other members in the
structural system. A qualified engineeer must always evaluate
each connection, including the carried and carrying member
limitations, before specifying the product.

Take wood shrinkage into account when designing and


installing connections. Simpson Strong-Tie manufactures

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Instructions to the Installer


All specified fasteners must be installed according to the
instructions for each connector. Incorrect fastener quantity,
size, type, material, or finish may cause the connection to fail.
Install all specified fasteners before loading the connection.
Pneumatic or power-actuated fasteners may deflect and
injure the operator or others. Nail guns may be used to install
connectors, provided the correct number and type of nails are
properly installed in the holes provided.
Guns with hole locators should be used. Follow the
manufacturers instructions and use appropriate safety
equipment.
Masonry supported connectors must be embedded into
correct strength mortar as per British Standard.

Hangers into masonry walls must have the minimum specified


height of masonry above the hanger, with the mortar fully
cured, before load is applied. Top fix masonry hangers will not
carry the design load without specified masonry above the top
flange of the hanger. The exception to this would be the use of
the Safety Fast range of products. Safety Fast hangers allows
construction work to continue safely just 3 days after the
supporting block work has been laid. Protruding nails should
always be clinched to avoid injury.

Instructions to the Designer


Characteristic capacities specified in this catalogue are based on
C16 timber grades unless otherwise specified and are presented
for use with Limit State Design methods in accordance with
Eurocode 5.
The Safe Working Loads (SWL) shown in the Simpson StrongTie publications for the United Kingdom are derived from
tests, calculations and assessments performed in the UK and
the USA.
Safe Working Loads (SWL) are presented for use in permissible
stress design in accordance with BS 5268: Part 2: 2002 for
Service Classes 1 and 2.
Loads from Germany were in accordance to DIN design criteria
and testing required for Zulassung certification by the Institute
fr Bautechnique.
Some products in this catalogue are designed, tested
and evaluated in accordance with U.S. industry standards

including: National Design.


Wood shear is not considered in the loads given; reduce
allowable loads when wood shear is limiting.
Simpson Strong-Tie strongly recommends the following
addition to construction drawings and specifications:
substitutions for Simpson Strong-Tie products must be preapproved in writing by the designer.
Verify that the dimensions of the supporting members are
sufficient to receive the specified fasteners.
Some catalogue illustrations show connections that could
cause cross grain
tension or bending of timber if not
sufficiently reinforced.
Timber connectors showing the CE mark have been assessed
in accordance with Eurocode 5. European Technical Approvals
(ETA's) have been obtained and are available on request.

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 galvanised 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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Options and Terminology

Options and Terminology


This information applies only to hangers manufactured by
Simpson Strong-Tie and installed as per our installation
instructions. Some combinations of these options on a single
hanger have not been evaluated. In some cases, combinations
of these options may not be installable. A qualified engineer must
always evaluate each connection, including header and joist
limitations, before specifying the product.

Material: Material thickness may vary from that specified for


standard hanger configurations, depending on the manufacturing
process. Generally welded hangers have one-piece stirrups;
occasionally it may be necessary to create a welded stirrup from
two or three pieces. Hanger configurations, height and fastener
schedules may vary from the table depending on the joist size,
skew and slope

Testing is performed using a standardised hanger test method.


The joist in the test set up may include a certain amount
of structural stability. Header and other attached structural
members are assumed fixed in actual installations. Horizontal
loads, induced by sloped joists, must be resisted by other
members in the structural system.

Finish: See specific hanger tables. Welded hangers can be


supplied with a galvanised or zinc plated finish.

- refer to the table below for limits and possible combinations.


Sloped Seat

Skewed Seat

Concealed Flanges

Straddle

Return 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.

the top flange, as viewed from joist. Suitable for support


of trimmer beams from end of main beam. Specify offset
right or left.

Sloped Seat: Sloped up or down on plan. Suitable for


roof rafters supported on ridge beam. Specifiy slope
angle and up or down.

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.

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.

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.

Offset Top Flange: Stirrup is offset to right or left end of

Model

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Offset Top Flange

Sloped Top Flange

Skewed
Max. Angle

Sloped
Max. Angle

Sloped
Top Flange

B/BI

45

45

30

GLTV

50

45

30

45

HB

45

HJHM(I)

HU/U

67.5

45

JHM(I)

45

45
-

30

LBV

45

RHMSK

90

Return Top Flange: Masonry JHM & HJHM hanger.


Specify return R dimension.

Offset
Top Flange

Return

Straddle

Combination

SAE

67.5

45

THG

45

30

TU

45

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Terminology

Installation: Fastener quantities may be increased beyond the


amount specified in the standard hanger table. Fill all holes with
the table specified fastener type.

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Nailing Information

60

50
60

35

35
50

50

50

CNA4,0X100

100

75

75

CNA4,0X100
CNA4,0X60

CNA4,0X60
CNA4,0X50

CNA4,0X50
CNA4,0X35

CNA4,0X35

N3.75X30

30

N3.75X30
NSS3.35X50 NSS3.35X50
N3.75X75
(STAINLESS STEEL)
(STAINLESS STEEL)

30

N4.0X100 N3.75X75

100

100

Certain applications require


special fasteners, such as
those with length limitations
or for use in hostile
environments.

N4.0X100

100

Many Simpson Strong-Tie


products are designed to
use common nails, readily
available to builders.

This section shows


common nails referred to in
our design literature along
with special fasteners we
supply upon request.

Round Hole: To fasten a connector. Always fill and make sure to use the correct nail.
Hexagonal Hole: For use with SDS structural screws.
Triangle Hole: Sometimes provided in addition to round holes. Fill triangular holes when specified.
Obround Hole: Provide easier nailing access in tight locations. Fasteners installed at any angle.

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Diamond Hole: Optional holes to temporarily secure connectors to the member during installation.

Dome Nailing
This feature guides the
nail into the joist and
header at a 45 angle.
US Patent: 5,603,580.

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
reduce installation time.

Speed Prongs
Used to temporarily
position and secure the
connector for easier and
faster installation.

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Nailing Information
UK Calculated Nail Capacities
Lateral Loads (N) 2,3

Timber
Grade

Size (mm) and Description

Long
Term

Medium
Term

Short
Term

Characteristic
Loads

3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Shank


(Sheradised Coating)

C16

397

445

497

876

TR26

434

486

543

1031

3.75 x 75mm Smooth Shank


(Galvanised Coating)

C16

555

622

694

1309

TR26

611

685

764

1474

C16

618

692

772

1498

TR26

674

755

842

1699

4.0 x 100mm Smooth Shank


(Galvanised Coating)

1. Table loads are based upon a metal thickness of 1.2mm.


2. Where metal thickness is less than 1.2mm reduce loads to 80% of the value.
3. Where more than 9 nails are used in a line reduce loads to 90% of the value.
4. Table loads are SWLs in accordance with BS5268.
5. Characteristic Loads have been calculated in accordance with Eurocode 5.

Nail Reduction Table


When the catalogue specified header nails are substituted with an alternate nail
on Face Fix Hangers and Straight Straps, the specified product performance
should be multiplied by the following adjustment factors.
Catalogue Nail

4.0mm 100mm
3.75 x 75mm

Replacement Nail (mm)

Adjustment Factor

3.75 x 75mm

0.84

3.75 x 30mm

0.60

3.75 x 30mm

0.66

1. Joist nails may not be substituted in double shear hangers.


2. Face nails on slope and skew combinations or skewed only LSU and LSSU can not be substituted for alternative nails.
3. Characteristic Loads have been calculated in accordance with Eurocode 5.

Connector Nails (CE marked in accordance with ETA-04/0013)


Simpson Strong-Tie also offers enhanced nails, which provide increased performance when
used in conjunction with the relevant products listed within our design literature.
Characteristic Values (1) (kN)
Lateral Flat,Rk

Axial Fax,Rk

1.70

0.61

2.22

0.98

2.36

1.23

2.49

1.43

CNA4,0 x 35 Connector Nail


(Electroplated)
CNA4,0 x 50 Connector Nail
(Electroplated)

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Timber
Grade

Size (mm) and Description

C24

CNA4,0 x 60 Connector Nail


(Electroplated)
CNA4,0 x 100 Connector Nail
(Electroplated)

Steel Thickness Adjustment Factors for Connector Nails


Steel Thickness

Load Direction

0.9 - 1.2

1.5 - 2.5

Lateral

1.00

1.00

Axial

1.00

0.98

Timber Adjustment Factors for Connector Nails


Load Direction

Timber Grade
C16

C24

C27

C30/GL24

SCL(2)

Lateral

0.90

1.00

1.05

1.06

1.26

Axial

0.86

1.00

1.07

1.10

1.42

1. Values are based upon a metal thickness of 1.2mm.


2. SCL = Structural Composite Lumber, with a characteristic density of 480 kg/m3.

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Structural Screws for Multi-Ply Timbers

Introduction to Structural Screws


Simpson Strong-Tie have developed a range of structural screws to meet the demands of the construction industry.
The screw ranges are designed to meet the needs of contractor's building in timber frame, SIP (Structural Insulated
Panel), CLT (Cross Laminated Timber), Glulam, but also for joining together multiple truss plies and I-Joists, metal web
and solid joists.

Design Methods
Performance values for both design methods (Permissible and Limit State) are listed and have been determined as
follows:

Permissible Design (BS5268-2) (Safe Working Loads)


The calculations in Annex G, of BS5268-2, have been used to determine the performance tables in section 6 of the
same standard. They can also be used to determine the other lateral loads of varying connections, which are listed in
the following pages.
Joints should be designed so that the permissible loads applied to the fasteners or timbers do not exceed the design
loads of the structure.

Limit State Design (EN1995-1-1 or Eurocode 5) (Characteristic Loads)


The guidelines laid out in Section 8 of EN1995-1-1, are to be used to determine the withdrawal and lateral performance
of a connection when using the Limit State Design method.
Connections should be designed so that the design reactions applied to the structure do not exceed the design
capacity of the connection.
Spacings and Edge / End Distances should be complied with as laid out within the relevant standard to ensure
full capacity of the connection is achieved. Any reduction in the recommendations will result in a reduction of the
connection performance and should be verified by the engineer responsible for the design of the building.

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Figure 1. Screw spacing and distances (also applies when screwing from both sides).

SPACING
2

SPACING

100 MIN
35 MIN
50 MIN
50 MIN
35 MIN

100 MIN

SPACING

SPACING
25 MIN RECOMMENDED STAGGER

Notes:
1. Spacing = 100 min to 600 max.
25 MIN RECOMMENDED STAGGER
2. O = Fixing from this side.
3. X = Fixing from opposite side.
4. When fixing from both sides divide the recommended spacing by 2.

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Structural Screws for Multi-Ply Timbers

SDW Structural Wood Screw


The Strong-Drive SDW screw is a 8.0mm diameter, high-strength structural
wood screw specifically designed for fastening multi-ply wood members
together such as plated trusses, engineered timber products and solid-sawn
timber.

T40 Bit

The SDW installs easily with no pre-drilling and is available in optimized


lengths for fastening 2, 3 and 4-ply trusses or 45mm engineered timber such
as Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL). The SDW enables single-side fastening,
while still allowing concurrent loading on both sides of the assembly to the full
allowable head or point-side load of the fastener.

Low-profile head for reduced interference during handling or installation of


hardware on the assembly.
High shear values enable wider screw spacing.
Bold thread design firmly clinches plies together to close gaps in multi-ply
assemblies.
Optimal screw lengths provide maximum point side penetration.

L
TL

Material: Heat Treated Carbon Steel. Finish: Black E-coat


Warning: Industry studies show that hardened fasteners can experience
performance problems in wet or corrosive environments. Accordingly, the
SDW wood screws should only be used in dry, interior and non-corrosive
environments e.g. Service class 1 & 2.

SDW screws install best with a low-speed drill and a T40 6-lobe bit (bit
included with every box of screws).
Pre-drilling is typically not required. SDW screws may be installed through
metal truss plates as approved by the truss designer.
Drive the fastener so that the top of the head is slightly embedded into the
top surface of the timber. To ensure correct performance, do not under or
over-drive the fastener.
Individual screw locations may be adjusted up to 75mm to avoid conflicts
with other hardware or to avoid timber defects.

SDW Item Codes

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Item Code

Screw
Length (L)
mm

Thread
Length (TL)
mm

SDW22258

66

36

SDW22300

76

37

SDW22338

86

40

SDW22438

111

37

SDW22458

117

37

SDW22500

127

40

SDW22600

152

37

SDW22638

162

37

SDW22634

172

40

Shank
Diameter
mm

Thread
Diameter
mm

Head
Diameter
mm

5.6

8.0

19.0

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Structural Screws for Multi-Ply Timbers

ESCR Structural Wood Screw


The ESCR is a washer head screw designed to connect two or more
timber members together. The ESCR screw has a reamer to allow for
smooth driving of the shank. The large washer head gives high head
pull-through resistance while allowing the timber members to close up
firmly.

Material: Heat Treated Carbon Steel


Finish: Electrogalvanised with Yellow Chromate and anti-friction
coating. Zinc coating thickness 5m.
Warning: Industry studies show that hardened fasteners can
experience performance problems in wet or corrosive environments.
Accordingly, the ESCR wood screws should only be used in dry,
interior and non-corrosive environments e.g. Service class 1 & 2.

Installation:

ESCR screws install best with a low-speed drill and a T-40 or T50
6-lobe bit (one included per box).
Pre-drilling is typically not required. ESCR screws may be
installed through metal truss plates as approved by the truss
designer.
Drive the fastener so that the top of the head is slightly
embedded into the top surface of the timber. To ensure correct
performance, do not under or over-drive the fastener.
Individual screw locations may be adjusted up to 75mm to avoid
conflicts with other hardware or to avoid timber defects.

L
TL

ESCR Item Codes

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Item Code

Screw
Length (L)
mm

ESCR8.0X80

80

ESCR8.0X100

100

ESCR8.0X120

120

ESCR8.0X140

140

ESCR8.0X160

160

ESCR8.0X180

180

ESCR8.0X200

200

ESCR8.0X220

220

ESCR8.0X240

240

ESCR8.0X260

260

ESCR8.0X280

280

ESCR8.0X300

300

ESCR8.0X320

320

ESCR8.0X340

340

ESCR8.0X360

360

ESCR8.0X380

380

ESCR8.0X400

400

Thread
Length (TL)
mm

Shank
Diameter
mm

Thread
Diameter
mm

Head
Diameter
mm

5.9

8.0

20.0

54

84

100

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ESCRC Countersunk Structural Wood Screw


The ESCRC is a countersunk head screw designed to connect two or more timber members together.
The ESCRC screw has a reamer to allow for smooth driving of the shank. The countersunk head gives
flush fitting while allowing the timber members to close up firmly.

Material: Heat Treated Carbon Steel. Finish: Electrogalvanised and anti-friction coating with Yellow
Chromate. Zinc coating thickness is 5m.
Warning: Industry studies show that hardened fasteners can experience performance problems in wet
or corrosive environments. Accordingly, the ESCRC wood screw should only be used in dry, interior
and non-corrosive environments e.g. Service class 1 & 2.
Installation:

ESCRC screws install best with a low-speed drill and a T-30, T40 or T50 6-lobe bit (included).
Drive the fastener so that the top of the head is slightly embedded into the top surface of the
timber. To ensure correct performance, do not under or over drive the fastener.
Individual screw locations may be adjusted up to 75mm to avoid conflict with other hardware or
to avoid timber defects.

ESCRC Item Codes

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Item Code

Screw
Length (L)
mm

Thread
Length (TL)
mm

ESCRC6.0X60

60

36

ESCRC6.0X70

70

36

ESCRC6.0X80

80

48

ESCRC6.0X90

90

48

ESCRC6.0X100

100

48

120
140

ESCRC6.0X160

160

ESCRC6.0X180

180

ESCRC6.0X200

200

ESCRC6.0X220

220

ESCRC6.0X240

240

ESCRC6.0X260

260

ESCRC6.0X280

280

ESCRC6.0X300

300

ESCRC8.0X80

80

ESCRC8.0X100

100

ESCRC8.0X120

120

ESCRC8.0X140

140

ESCRC8.0X160

160

ESCRC8.0X180

180

ESCRC8.0X200

200

ESCRC8.0X220

220

ESCRC8.0X240

240

ESCRC8.0X260

260

ESCRC8.0X280

280

ESCRC8.0X300

300

ESCRC8.0X320

320

ESCRC8.0X340

340

ESCRC8.0X360

360

ESCRC8.0X380

380

ESCRC8.0X400

400

Thread
Diameter
mm

Head
Diameter
mm

4.3

6.0

12.0

5.9

8.0

15.0

TL

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ESCRC6.0X120
ESCRC6.0X140

Shank
Diameter
mm

54

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Mechanical Properties
SDW Item Codes (Determined in accordance with EN14592. Values documented in ITTR-10/0007)
Property

Reference

Units

Value

Characteristic Tensile Capacity

ftens, k

kN

20.5

Characteristic Yield Moment

My,k

Nm

15.5

fhead,k

N/mm2

10.8

fax,k 90

N/mm2

7.8

Characteristic Head Pull-Through Parameter


Characteristic Withdrawal Parameter

ESCR8.0 Item Codes (Values from ETA-13/0796)


Property

Reference

Units

Value

Characteristic Tensile Capacity

ftens, k

kN

22.7

Characteristic Yield Moment

My,k

Nm

22.6

fhead,k

N/mm2

17.6

fax,k 90

N/mm

10.7

Characteristic Head Pull-Through Parameter


Characteristic Withdrawal Parameter

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ESCRC6.0 Item Codes (Values from ETA-13/0796)


Property

Reference

Units

Value

Characteristic Tensile Capacity

ftens, k

kN

12.8

Characteristic Yield Moment

My,k

Nm

10.1

Characteristic Head Pull-Through Parameter

fhead,k

N/mm2

14.6

Characteristic Withdrawal Parameter

fax,k 90

N/mm2

13.0

ESCRC8.0 Item Codes (Values from ETA-13/0796)


Property

Reference

Units

Value

Characteristic Tensile Capacity

ftens, k

kN

22.7

Characteristic Yield Moment

My,k

Nm

22.6

Characteristic Head Pull-Through Parameter

fhead,k

N/mm2

12.4

Characteristic Withdrawal Parameter

fax,k 90

N/mm2

10.7

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Roof Trusses
Simpson Strong-Drive SDW and ESCR Screws can be used for a
fast and effective connection of the multi-ply roof trusses.

Installation:

Screws can be installed from one side of the truss for faster
installation.
Screw heads shall be on the same side of the truss to which
the hangers are attached.
If screws are installed in the wrong face of the truss then
install additional screws in the correct face with the maximum
spacing of twice the required spacing but not exceeding
600mm centres.
The additional screws shall be offset from the existing screws.
If hangers or hanger fixings clash with the girder screws,
relocate the girder screw as close as possible to the side
flange of the hanger on the same screw line.

Multi-Ply Roof Truss Item Codes


Safe Working Load (BS5268-2)
Truss Plys

Item Code

TR26 Medium Term Shear (lateral)


Load (N)

1.
2.

Characteristic Loads (EN1995-1-1)


TR26 - Fv,Rk (N)

2 x 35mm

SDW22258

980

2195

3 x 35mm

ESCR8.0X100

1090

2485

4 x 35mm

ESCR8.0X140

1180

2690

2 x 47mm

SDW22300

1140

2145

3 X 47mm

SDW22500

1200

2315

4 x 47mm

ESCR8.0X180

1200

3705

Loads are per shear plane assuming single shear. Timber-to-timber connections.
Screws are installed from 1 side only.

Where multiple trussed rafters are fastened together on site, the fastening of at least the ceiling tie members should be screws or bolts
using the appropriate washer in positions marked by the manufacturer according to BS5268-3 clause 6.5.5.
Spacing of loads applied to the multi-ply truss shall not exceed 600mm centres.
The truss engineer shall ensure torsion due to loads framing into one side of the multi-ply truss is adequately catered for.
Screws shall not be installed through metal truss plates unless approved by the truss engineer, pre-drilling is not required.
Individual screw locations may be adjusted to avoid conflicts with other hardware or timber defects.
Use max of 1 row of screws in members up to 120mm deep.
Use 1 or 2 rows of screws up to 170mm deep (depending on capacity requirements).
Use 1, 2 or 3 rows of screws in members over 171mm deep (depending on capacity requirements).

SDW 2 Ply Detail

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SDW 3 Ply Detail

ESCR 4 Ply Detail

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Timber Frame Panels


Simpson Strong-Drive SDW Screws can be used for a fast and effective connection of Timber Frame Panels as
shown below. The SDW screws allow for a permanent connection pulling the two panels together to help reduce air
leakage at panel to panel junctions as well as panel to sole plate junctions.

SDW screws can be fitted from


one side or both sides if required.

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Safe Working Loads (BS5268-2)


Timber Plys

Item Code

How to Install

2 x 38mm

SDW22300

From 1 Side

C16 - Long Term Shear

C16 - Long Term

(Lateral) Load (N)

Withdrawal (Axial) Load (N)

790

600

Characteristic Loads (EN1995-1-1)


Timber Plys

Item Code

How to Install

2 x 38mm

SDW22300

From 1 Side

C16 - Shear

C16 - Withdrawal

(Lateral) Load (N)

(Axial) Load (N)

2430

2305

Installation:

All members shall be full length with no intermediate splices.


Screws shall be installed with the screw heads in the loaded ply.
Individual screw locations may be adjusted up to 1/2 of the required spacing to avoid conflicts with
other hardware or timber defects.
Use maximum of 1 row of screws in 89mm timber frame panels.
Use 1 or 2 rows of screws in 140mm wide timber frame panels.
The screw guns used to install the screws should have the following (minimum) specification: 100Nm
torque, 14.4V or 18V battery and have impact driving functionality.
The number of screws being installed needs to be considered against the constant high loads, at high
torque, applied to the screw gun motor. Refer to manufacturer for motor loading conditions.

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Composite Panels
Simpson Strong-Drive SDW and ESCR Screws can be used as a fast and effective connection of Composite Panels.
For typical connections see details below. The screws are quick to start and both have a reamer allowing for smooth
passage of the shank even into the denser composite materials.

Safe Working Loads (per screw)


Thickness of
Headside Timber

Item Code

Safe Working Shear (Lateral) Loads

Safe Working Withdrawal (Axial) Loads

(BS5268-2)

(BS5268-2)

C16 - Long Term

C24 - Long Term

C16 - Long Term

C24 - Long Term

Load (N)

Load (N)

Load (N)

Load (N)

SDW22438

1050

1150

720

870

ESCR8.0X120

1320

1450

910

1100

SDW22438

980

1070

630

770

ESCR8.0X120

1160

1270

710

860

SDW22600

1120

1190

890

1080

ESCR8.0X140

1160

1270

710

860

SDW22600

1120

1130

700

850

ESCR8.0X160

1290

1420

870

1060

SDW22600

1060

1170

740

890

ESCR8.0X160

1170

1280

930

890

SDW22638

980

1070

630

770

ESCR8.0X160

1380

1470

980

1190

SDW22634

960

1060

620

750

ESCR8.0X180

1220

1330

780

950

(mm)

80

95-100

111

119

125

136

1.

140-145

ESCR8.0X180

1380

1470

980

1190

150

ESCR8.0X200

1300

1430

890

1080

162

ESCR8.0X200

1140

1240

680

820

175-180

ESCR8.0X220

1160

1270

710

860

190-195

ESCR8.0X240

1230

1350

800

970

206

ESCR8.0X260

1360

1470

960

1170

219

ESCR8.0X260

1170

1280

730

890

Loads are per shear plane assuming single shear. Timber-to-timber connections.

Typical Wall Corner


Detail

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Typical Wall
"T" Detail

Typical
Ridge Detail

Typical
Eaves Detail

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Composite Panels
Characteristic Loads (per screw)
Thickness of Headside
Timber (mm)

Characteristic Shear (Lateral) Loads

Characteristic Withdrawal (Axial) Loads

(EN1995-1-1)

(EN1995-1-1)

Item Code

C16 - Fv,Rk (N)

C24 - Fv,Rk (N)

C16 - Fa,Rk (N)

C24 - Fa,Rk (N)

SDW22438

2830

3150

1810

2305

ESCR8.0X120

3500

3895

3420

4365

SDW22458

2695

2955

1810

2305

ESCR8.0X120

3105

3435

2685

3420

69

80

95-100

111

119

125

136

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140-145

SDW22600

3325

3640

1810

2305

ESCR8.0X140

3235

3585

2685

3420

SDW22600

2880

3130

1810

2305

ESCR8.0X160

3670

4085

3290

4190

SDW22638

2960

3220

1810

2305

ESCR8.0X160

3405

3710

2750

3505

SDW22638

2730

2922

1810

2305

ESCR8.0X160

4020

4485

3690

4705

SDW22634

2680

2900

1760

2245

ESCR8.0X180

3620

3905

2950

3765

ESCR8.0X180

4155

4640

3690

4705

150

ESCR8.0X200

3980

4310

3355

4280

162

ESCR8.0X200

3265

3515

2550

3250

175-180

ESCR8.0X220

3385

3645

2685

3420

190-195

ESCR8.0X240

3685

3970

3020

3850

206

ESCR8.0X260

4245

4590

3625

4620

219

ESCR8.0X260

3445

3710

2750

3505

240

ESCR8.0X280

3385

3645

2685

3420

257

ESCR8.0X300

3560

3840

2885

3680

307

ESCR8.0X360

4180

4520

3555

4535

Installation:

Screws are to be installed from one side of the composite panel.


Position and number of screws are to be specified by the person responsible for building design.

Design and Detailing:


Individual screw locations may be adjusted to avoid conflicts with other hardware or timber defects, ensuring
recommendations for spacing and edge distances are maintained.

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Engineered Timber
Simpson Strong-Drive
SDW Screws can be
used for a fast and
effective connection of
solid rectangular multi-ply
engineered timbers.

2 Ply Trimming Joist

Trimmer

Joist Hanger

Multi-Ply Engineered Timber Performance Values

1.
2.
3.
4.

Safe Working Loads (BS5268-2)

Characteristic Loads (EN1995-1-1)

LVL - Long Term Shear (Lateral) Load (N)

LVL - Fv,Rk (N)

Item Code

2 x 38mm

SDW22300

980

2900

2 x 45mm

SDW22338

1110

3110

2 x 75mm

SDW22500

1220

3810

2 x 89mm

SDW22634

1220

3810

3 x 38mm

SDW22438

1090

2950

3 x 45mm

SDW22500

1120

3070

4 x 38mm

SDW22600

1130

3115

4 x 45mm

SDW22634

1120

3070

Loads are per shear plane assuming single shear, timber-to-timber connections.
Equal plies assumed.
Calculations are based on timbers having a characteristic density of 370kg/m3
Screws are installed from 1 side only.

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All members shall be full length with no intermediate splices.


Screws shall be installed with the screw heads in the loaded ply.
Individual screw locations may be adjusted up to 1/2 of the required spacing to avoid conflicts with other hardware or
timber defects.
The spacing of applied uniform loads to the multi-ply member shall not exceed 600mm centres (i.e. Hanger Spacing).
Use maximum of 1 row of screws in members up to 120mm deep (depending on capacity requirements).
Use 1, 2 rows in members up to 170mm deep (depending on capacity requirements).
Use 1, 2 or 3 rows of screws in members over 171mm deep (depending on capacity requirements).
Screws with self drilling tips require high torque to install, especially when installed into dense wood materials such as
laminated veneer lumber (LVL).
The screw guns used to install the screws should have the following (minimum) specification: 100Nm torque, 14.4V or
18V Battery and have impact driving functionality.
The number of screws being installed needs to be considered against the constant high loads, at high torque, applied
to the screw gun motor. Refer to manufacturer for motor loading conditions.

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Connection Detail for a Multi-Ply Trimmer (UDL1)

Connection Detail for a Multi-Ply Trimming Joist

Trimmer

2 Ply Trimming Joist


Trimmer

Joist Hanger

Timber

Item
Code

Plys

2 x 38mm

SDW22300

Screw
Characteristic
Load (N)

UDL Safe Working Loads (BS5268-2)


1
Maximum UDL (kN/m)

Screw
SWL (N)
SCL Long
Term

1 Row

2 Row

3 Row

@ 600 ctrs

@ 600 ctrs

@ 600 ctrs

980

3.27

6.53

9.80

UDL Characterstic Loads (EN1995-1-1)


1
Maximum UDL (kN/m)
1 Row

2 Row

3 Row

@ 600 ctrs

@ 600 ctrs

@ 600 ctrs

2900

9.67

19.33

29.00

SCL

2 x 45mm

SDW22338

1110

3.70

7.40

11.10

3110

10.37

20.73

31.10

2 x 75mm

SDW22500

1220

4.07

8.13

12.20

3810

12.70

25.40

38.10

2 x 89mm

SDW22634

1220

4.07

8.13

12.20

3810

12.70

25.40

38.10

3 x 38mm

SDW22438

1090

2.73

5.45

8.18

2950

7.38

14.75

22.13

3 x 45mm

SDW22500

1120

2.80

5.60

8.40

3070

7.68

15.35

23.03

4 x 38mm

SDW22600

1130

2.51

5.02

7.53

3115

6.92

13.84

20.77

1.

Uniformly Distributed Load.

2.

The load is uniformly distributed from hangers at regular centres of up to 600mm maximum.

3.

To calculate the maximum allowable end reaction for each hanger - multiply the UDL by the spacing e.g. 3.51 x 0.6 = 2.1kN per hanger.

4.

To calculate the maximum span of trimmed joists use the 2 x UDL (from above table)
Floor Load (kN/m2)

e.g. 2 x 3.51 = 3.12m

2.25

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Load Transfer
Max. Permissible
Timber
Plys

Item
Code

2 x 38mm

SDW22300

2 x 45mm

SDW22338

Max. Characteristic Load (kN)

Load (kN)
4 No. Screws

6 No. Screws

4 No. Screws

6 No. Screws

7.84

11.76

23.20

34.80

8.88

13.32

24.88

37.32

2 x 75mm

SDW22500

9.76

14.64

30.48

45.72

2 x 89mm

SDW22634

9.76

14.64

30.48

45.72

3 x 38mm

SDW22438

6.54

9.81

17.70

26.55

3 x 45mm

SDW22500

6.72

10.08

18.42

27.63

4 x 38mm

SDW22600

6.03

9.04

16.61

24.92

4 x 45mm

SDW22634

5.97

8.96

16.37

24.56

4 Screw
4 Screw
Arrangement
Arrangement

6 Screw
6 Screw
Arrangement
Arrangement

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Solid Flange I-Joists


Simpson Strong-Drive SDW & ESCR screws can be used for a fast and effective connection of 2 or 3 ply I-Joists (with
a minimum flange height of 45mm).

No.

Joist

of

Width

Plies

(mm)

Item

How to

Code

Install

Safe Working Load

Design Resistance

(BS5268)

(EC5)

SWL (kN)

Rd (kN)

47

SDW22338

From 1 side

1.00

2.40

63

SDW22458

From 1 side

1.27

3.09

72

SDW22500

From 1 side

1.25

2.96

97

SDW22634

From 1 side

1.25

2.99

47

SDW22500

From 1 side

1.03

2.43

63

SDW22634

From 1 side

1.05

2.46

72

SDW22500

From both sides

0.97

2.29

72

ESCR8.0X200

From 1 side

0.73

1.77

97

ESCR8.0X280

From 1 side

0.87

2.06

97

SDW22634

From both sides

0.79

1.86

Screw installed
from one side

Screw installed
from both sides

Installation:

No pre-drilling required.
For best installation use a low speed drill.
Install the bottom of the screw head flush to the surface of the member being
connected.
Do not over-drive the screws.
Install backer blocks on to both sides of the load carrying member only, when
using face fix hangers that require backer block (see diagram below right).

Design and Detailing:

It is common practice to facilitate handling of the multi-ply I-Joists to also install


screws uniformly distributed along the length of the joist at centres not exceeding
600mm and a minimum distance of 400mm from each end.
Gap between joists not to exceed 3mm.
Floor sheathing to be attached to the top of both floor joists by nailing, screwing or
gluing.
The floor designer to ensure each joist is designed for the appropriate loads
considering the location of the applied loads.
For 2 ply trimmers / headers with supported hangers at less than 600mm centres
- refer to SST technical department.

Screw spacing and distances when fixed


from one side

Centre Line
of Joist Hanger

Flange Thickness

30

Backer block details


for face fix hangers

Backer blocks
installed as
recommended
by I-Joist
Manufacturer

Note: For top flange hangers, including


ITB enhanced, install backer blocks tight
to the I-Joist top flange.

Screw spacing and distances when fixed from two sides

This Side
Opposite Side

Centre of incoming load

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Structural Screws for Multi-Ply Timbers

Metal Web Joists


Simpson Strong-Drive SDW & ESCR Screws can be used for a fast and effective connection of the multi-ply open web
floor joists manufactured from metal webs and timber chords.

Joist Plys

1.
2.

Characteristic Loads
(EN1995-1-1)
Fk(kN)

Safe Working Load


(BS5268-2)
Long Term Load (kN)

How to
Install

Item Code

2 x 72mm

SDW22500

1.59

3.76

2 x 97mm

SDW22600

1.66

3.93

1.07

2.53

2 x 122mm

SDW22634

2 x 147mm

ESCR8.0X200

3 x 72mm

ESCR8.0X200

3 x 97mm

ESCR8.0X280

Fom
One
Side

1.74

4.13

0.97

2.29

0.81

1.83

Loads are based on TR26 timbers with a minimum pointside penetration of 50mm.
Loads are per shear plane assuming single shear, timber-to-timber connections.

Load Transfer
Maximum Permissible Applied Load

Maximum Design Load (kN)

(kN)
Joist Plys

Item Code
2 No.
Screws

4 No.
Screws

6 No.
Screws

8 No.
Screws

2 No.
Screws

4 No.
Screws

6 No.
Screws

8 No.
Screws

2 x 72mm

SDW22500

3.18

6.36

9.54

12.72

7.52

15.04

22.56

30.08

2 x 97mm

SDW22600

3.32

6.64

9.96

13.28

7.86

15.72

23.58

31.44

2 x 122mm

SDW22634

2.14

4.28

6.42

8.56

5.06

10.12

15.18

20.24

2 x 147mm

ESCR8.0X200

3.48

6.96

10.44

13.92

8.26

16.52

24.78

33.04

3 x 72mm

ESCR8.0X200

1.94

3.88

5.82

7.76

4.58

9.16

13.74

18.32

3 x 97mm

ESCR8.0X280

1.62

3.24

4.86

6.48

3.66

7.32

10.98

14.64

1.

2.

3.

Maximum loads are based on screw capacity only, designer of


floor to check joist capacity and ply sizes required to support
the applied loads.
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The above are examples of mulit-ply combinations; other
combinations can be used provided the minimum of 50mm
pointside penetration is achieved into the last ply.
Joist designer to check capability of joists to take applied load.

Installation:

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No pre-drilling required.
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.
Do not over-drive the screws.
Screws are recommended for use
in dry environments. Care should
be taken during construction to
prevent prolonged exposure to
water or wet weather.
Screw to be installed centrally in
the depth of the flange (+/- 2.5mm)
typically at 400mm centres about
the centre of the joist hanger - see
opposite.

Joist Hanger

Typical Screw
Minimum Spacing
Examples:

47

Install screws central


to the chord height.
Screw Spacing Requirements (mm)

For A-D dimensions


refer to the diagram
above.

Minimum End Distance

Minimum Spacing Along Chords

100
100

Maximum Spacing Along Chords

600

Maximum Distance Either Side of Concentrated Load

300

Design and Detailing:

Flanges to be a minimum of 47mm deep.


Screws shall be installed within 300mm of either side of a concentrated load, to be considered effective in transferring loads.
It is common practice to facilitate handling of the multi-ply to also include screws uniformly distributed along the length of the joist
at centres not exceeding 600mm.
Gap between joists not to exceed 3mm.
If screws are installed in the wrong face of the joist then install additional screws in the correct face with a maximum spacing of
twice the required spacing but not exceeding 600mm centres. The additional screws shall be offset from the existing screws to
prevent splitting.
Floor sheathing to be attached to the top of both floor joists by nailing, screwing or gluing.
Floor designer to ensure each joist is designed for the appropriate loads considering the location of the applied loads.
Do not install screws through the metal web plates unless approved by the joist manufacturer; pre-drilling would be required.
Individual screw locations may be adjusted up to 75mm to avoid conflicts with other hardware or timber defects.

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Masonry Hangers for Solid Joists

SFH/SFWH
Safety Fast Masonry Restraint Hangers
The SFH/SFWH Safety Fast Hangers are designed to support timber
joists, beams and trussed rafters from masonry walls without the need for
masonry above the top flange.







SFH
100

Requires no masonry above the top flange to achieve the published


performance values.
Improved vertical and lateral load distribution.
Mini Strap 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 of floor joists.
Mini Strap provides lateral restraint capacity in accordance with NHBC
guidelines.
Allows for retrofit of lateral restraint straps.

Material:
SFH: Pre-galvanised mild steel.
SFWH: Mild steel.
Mini Strap - Pre-galvanised mild steel.

PATENT NOS.
GB2316103, GB2354267
GB2390380
EP1200684

Finish: SFWH: Hot-dip galvanised.

Installation:
SFWH

Use all specified nails.


Build masonry to required level, ensuring any coursing bricks or blocks
are at least one course below the supporting block, and leave to cure.
Place the Safety Fast Restraint Hanger over the inner leaf of block
work, ensuring the bearing plate is fully located onto the top of the
masonry, sitting tight against the front face and top of the block work.
Sit the floor joist into the masonry hanger and ensure all joists are
correctly installed. The joist should be tight into the back of the hanger
where possible. The maximum gap between the back of the hanger
and the end of the joist is 6mm.
Clip the Safety Fast Mini Strap onto the restraining hooks on either side
of the hanger and nail to the side face of the joist with 3.75 x 30mm
square twist nails. INSTALL ONLY ONE STRAP PER HANGER.

General Installation Notes


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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 capacities. Refer to joist manufacturer or supplier
for joist capacity and maximum construction loads.
The floor decking must be securely attached to each joist before
additional loads can be placed on the system.
Floor decking and block work is to be cut where necessary to fit
around the upstand stiffeners.
Pallets of blocks or other construction materials should be placed onto
the scaffolding and NOT directly onto the floor. The materials can then
be evenly distributed around the floor manually, ensuring hanger or
joist capacities are not exceeded.

100

PATENT NOS.
GB2354267, GB2390380
EP1200684

Mini Strap (included with Safety Fast Hanger)

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Typical SFH Installation

Typical SFWH Installation

SFH/SFWH Hanger Loads


Safe Working Loads (kN)

Characteristic Capacity
(kN)

Block Strength

Block Strength

Joist Fasteners
Model No.

Joist Width
Hanger
Nail

Qty

Nail

3.75 x 30

3.75 x 30

> 66mm
< 61mm

SFWH

2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

Qty
< 61mm

SFH

MiniStrap

> 66mm

3.75 x 30

3.75 x 30

3.5N/mm2
Solid LAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid LAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC
13.34

5.34

6.67

6.67

13.34

9.98

12.47

12.47

24.93

24.93

7.44

9.30

9.30

18.59

18.59

11.58

14.47

14.47

28.94

28.94

Loads are based upon tests conducted by CERAM Building Technology Ltd and are determined in accordance with EN 845.
1. Stated loads are achieved without masonry above the top flange.
2. The block thickness must be the same as the top plate depth.
3. The lateral capacity when installed with the FMS ministrap, exceeds that provided by traditional staps placed at 2m centres.
4. 3.75 x 30 refers to a square twist nail (not supplied with hanger).

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SFH Hangers

SFWH Hangers

Joist Size

Hanger Dimension (mm)

Joist Size

Hanger Dimension (mm)

Model No.
Width

38

50

75

2 Ply 50
or
100

Height

Model No.
Width (W)

Height (H)

Width

Height

140

35

225

150

SFH150/40/100

40

225

SFH225/40/100

40

215

150

SFH150/50/100

50

140

38

Width (W)

Height (H)

SFWH225/38/100

38

215

225

SFWH225/40/100

40

215

250

SFWH250/40/100

40

240

175

SFH175/50/100

50

165

150

SFWH150/50/100

50

140

200

SFH200/50/100

50

190

175

SFWH175/50/100

50

165

225

SFH225/50/100

50

215

200

SFWH200/50/100

50

190

250

SFH250/50/100

50

240

225

SFWH225/50/100

50

215

175

SFH175/75/100

75

165

250

SFWH250/50/100

50

240

200

SFH200/75/100

75

190

75

225

SFWH225/75/100

75

215

225

SFH225/75/100

75

215

100

225

SFWH225/100/100

100

215

175

SFH175/100/100

100

165

200

SFH200/100/100

100

190

225

SFH225/100/100

100

215

50

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Masonry Hangers for Solid Joists

SFLH Safety Fast Lite Hanger


The SFLH is an innovative single piece hanger designed to support timber joists from masonry walls without the need for
masonry above the course of blockwork supporting the hanger.
The SFLH has been designed to assist in meeting the air
leakage requirements as part of the Code for Sustainable
Homes. Since the joist is supported by a hanger and does
not penetrate the inner leaf of blockwork, the potential for air
leakage is reduced and avoids the time consuming and costly
mortaring and sealing with mastic around built in joist ends.
This hanger allows construction work to continue safely just
3 days after the supporting blockwork has been laid - as
opposed to 28 days in the case of traditional masonry hangers.

100mm

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Patent No. EP2064395

Features and Benefits




Avoids joist penetrating block work, minimising air leakage.


Achieves published performance values with no masonry
above the supporting course of block work.
Enables the construction of the floor deck prior to the next
lift of masonry.
Reduces health & safety risks associated with the use of
traditional masonry hangers with no masonry courses
above them.
Eliminates the need for propping to support the floor joists.
Web stiffeners are not required with joists to achieve
published performance values.
Use FMS strap range with every hanger spaced up to
600mm centres to provide lateral restraint of the floor joist
in accordance with EN845-1.
CE Approved: meets the requirements of EN845-1 and
tested in accordance with EN 846-8.

SFLH joist hanger used in conjunction with FMS strap.

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Step 1: Build masonry


to the required level,
ensuring any coursing
bricks or blocks are at
least one course below the
supporting block.

Step 2: Place the Safety


Fast Lite Masonry Hanger
for solid joists (SFLH)
over the inner leaf of the
block work, ensuring
the top flanges are fully
bearing onto the top of the
supporting block work and
are also tight against the
front face of the block work.

Leave the masonry to cure


for at least three days.

Step 3: Install the floor


joist into the SFLH. The
end of the joist should be
tight against the back of
the hanger. Maximum gap
allowed: 6mm.

Step 4: Install the


appropriate restraint strap
(see note 1), ensuring the
strap is tight against the
back face of the block work
hanger return and the side
of the floor joist. Fix with
fasteners as specified in the
table below.

Install the specified joist


nails (see table below).

SFLH - Safety Fast Lite Masonry Hanger for Solid Joist Performance Data
Size Range

Safe Working Loads (kN)

Joist Fastener Qty


3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Nail

Characteristic Capacity (kN)

Block Strength

Height (mm)

Width (mm)

Hanger

(1)
FMS Strap

2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

140 - 400

38 -100

3.9

Block Strength

3.5N/mm2
Solid AAC

7.0N/mm2
Solid DAC

2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid AAC

7.0N/mm2
Solid DAC

4.5

4.5

6.8

7.9

7.9

Please note:
1. Appropriate variant from FMS strap range, depending on connection detail - refer to FMS page of this brochure.
2. Performance values are with NO masonry above supporting block work.

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About working on the floor prior to the next lift of masonry.


1. The floor decking may be

stored on the joists provided


the load is uniformly distributed
among several joists and does
not exceed the hanger or
joist capacities. Refer to joist
manufacturer or supplier for
joist capacity and maximum
construction loads.
2. The floor decking must be

securely attached to each joist


before additional loads can be
placed on the system.
3. Pallets of blocks or other

construction material should


be placed onto the scaffolding
and not directly onto the floor.
The materials can then be
evenly distributed around the
floor manually, ensuring the
hanger or joist capacities are not
exceeded.

For example, total number of blocks per pair of joists (4 hangers) @ 600 c/c:
2.8N/mm2 AAC = 24
3.5N/mm2 AAC = 20
7.0N/mm2 DAC = 16
Note: I-Joist shown above for illustration purposes, SFLH is compatible with
solid sawn joists.

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SFLH Hanger Sizes
Joist Size

SFLH Hanger Sizes


Hanger Dimension (mm)

Joist Size

Hanger Dimension (mm)

Model No.
Height

Height (H)

Width

Height

Height (H)

100

SFLH100/38

100

100

SFLH100/91

100

125

SFLH125/38

125

125

SFLH125/91

125

150

SFLH150/38

140

150

SFLH150/91

140

175

SFLH175/38

165

175

SFLH175/91

165

200

SFLH200/91

190

38

35

2 Ply 45
or 91

SFLH200/38

190

225

SFLH225/38

215

225

SFLH225/91

215

250

SFLH250/38

240

250

SFLH250/91

240

300

SFLH300/38

290

300

SFLH300/91

290

100

SFLH100/47

100

100

SFLH100/100

100

125

SFLH125/47

125

125

SFLH125/100

125

150

SFLH150/47

140

150

SFLH150/100

140

175

SFLH175/47

165

175

SFLH175/100

165

200

SFLH200/100

190

47

2 Ply 50
or 97
or 100

Width (W)

91

200

45

100

200

SFLH200/47

190

225

SFLH225/47

215

225

SFLH225/100

215

250

SFLH250/47

240

250

SFLH250/100

240

300

SFLH300/47

290

300

SFLH300/100

290

100

SFLH100/50

100

125

SFLH125/50

125

150

SFLH150/50

140

175

SFLH175/50

165

200

SFLH200/50

190

225

SFLH225/50

215

250

SFLH250/50

240

300

SFLH300/50

290

100

SFLH100/63

100

125

SFLH125/63

125

150

SFLH150/63

140

175

SFLH175/63

165

200

SFLH200/63

190

225

SFLH225/63

215

250

SFLH250/63

240

300

SFLH300/63

290

100

SFLH100/75

100

125

SFLH125/75

125

150

SFLH150/75

140

175

SFLH175/75

165

200

SFLH200/75

190

50

50

63

63

75

75

36

Width (W)

225

SFLH225/75

215

250

SFLH250/75

240

300

SFLH300/75

290

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SFJC Safety Fast Joist Cap


The SFJC is an innovative product which enables a safe, practical and
robust solution that satisfies the requirements of Approved Document B &
L of the Building Regulations.
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. It also provides resistance to fire for up to 60
minutes when gaps are filled with mineral wool.



SFJC225/50 specifically designed for 50mm solid sawn joists up to


225mm deep.
SFJC305/50, SFJC305/100 and SFJC225/100 models accommodate
a large range of joists types and sizes.
Air leakage around the joist end is eliminated.
Wide face flanges provide an air tight seal.

Material: Black Polypropylene.


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 joist manufacturers instructions and/or standard
construction practice, to ensure temporary stability of the floor joists.

Place floor joist onto wall and adjust to ensure correct bearing at each
end.
Lift the floor joist and install SFJC over the end of the joist, ensuring
the SFJC face flanges are tight against the inner face on the masonry
wall.

SFJC
PATENT GB2392928, GB2393459

Typical SFJC Installation

SFJC225/50: SOLID SAWN JOISTS


Solid sawn joists up to 50mm wide and 225mm high can be installed
directly into the SFJC225/50.

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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.

SFJC305/100 & SFJC225/100: SOLID SAWN JOISTS









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.
Install horizontal restraint straps at maximum 2m centres and nail to
the timber joists with 8 No 3.75 x 30 square twist nails.
Build up masonry between SFJC and continue with wall construction.
Ensure all joints between the masonry and SFJC are fully filled with
mortar.
With the SFJC305/50 check the tightness of the wedges once wall is
completed.
If necessary, hammer wedges in tight.
Also if necessary, fill the void around the joist with mineral wool or
expanding foam.

Model No.

Dimensions (mm)

Solid Sawn Joist Sizes


(mm)

Width

Height

Width

SFJC225/50

50

225

up to 50

SFJC225/100

100

225

up to 100

SFJC305/50

50

305

up to 50

SFJC305/100

100

305

up to 100

Height
up to 225

up to 302

1. 2 No. SFJC Wedges supplied with each SFJC305/50.


2. 2 No. Steel Joist Plates supplied with each SFJC305/100 and SFJC225/100.

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Masonry Hangers for Solid Joists

JHM/HJHM Masonry Hangers


JHMs and HJHMs are 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.

Material:
JHM and HJHM: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Installation:

Use all specified fasteners. See "General Notes".


Set hanger back flange tight against block wall when built to desired level,
then continue with additional courses to complete wall height. Joist should
be tight into back of hanger when possible. Maximum gap permitted is
6mm.
MINIMUM 3 COURSES OF SOLID BLOCK (675MM MASONRY) REQUIRED
ABOVE HANGER WITH MORTAR FULLY CURED BEFORE APPLYING
LOAD.
Do not stack blocks or heavy loads on the joists during construction unless
the joists have additional support to take the full load of the blocks vertically
and horizontally.
The JHM joists hangers can be fixed to steel beams by means of power
actuated fasteners (see table below).
The shot-fired pins must be installed by a qualified person in accordance
with the manufacturers installation requirements.

HJHM

Return configuration provides additional support by wrapping around three


sides of the block. Designate return and length of return dimensions when
ordering.
RETURN HANGERS DO NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENTS FOR
LATERAL RESTRAINT TYPE HANGERS.
Straddle configuration provides two hangers connected across top
of support enabling exact alignment on both sides of supporting wall.
Designate straddle and length of straddle dimensions when ordering.
Other widths and heights available to order. Contact Simpson Strong-Tie
for details.
SPEC JHMs up to 61mm width can be skewed from 5 to 45 deg. See
skewed hanger load table.

JHM Shot Fired to Steel Girder


Fasteners

Safe Working
Load (kN)

Model No.

JHM

Steel Support

Joist Nails

4 - Shot Fired Pins

4 - 3.75 x 30mm

5.17

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 is 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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Typical JHM Installation

JHMS Straddle Configuration

JHMR Return Configuration

JHM Hanger Loads


Safe Working Loads (kN)
Joist Fasteners
Block Strength
Qty

Nail

2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid LAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

Short Term
Uplift
kN

3.75x30mm

5.29

6.42

10.01

1.00

Model

JHM (1)(2)

Characteristic Capacity (kN)


Block Strength
2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid LAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

10.59

12.83

20.01

Uplift
kN

1.80

HJHM Hanger Loads


Size Range
(mm)

Safe Working Loads (kN)


Joist Fasteners

Block Strength

Width

Height

Qty

Nail

2.8N/mm
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm
Solid LAC

7N/mm
Solid DAC

40 - 74

140 - 400

3.75 x 30mm

8.01

8.01

15.00

75 - 200

140 - 400

3.75 x 30mm

7.99

14.84

15.00

Characteristic Capacity (kN)


Short Term
Uplift
kN

Block Strength
2.8N/mm
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid LAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

16.02

16.02

30.01

15.98

29.67

30.01

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1.00

Uplift
kN

1.80

91 - 200

140 - 400

4.00 x 90mm

7.99

14.84

20.88

15.98

29.67

41.76

201 - 300

140 - 400

3.75 x 30mm

8.15

8.15

21.49

15.11

37.61

37.61

1. Test conducted by CERAM Building Technology in accordance with EN846-4 and evaluated in accordance with EN845-1.
2. 3.75 x 30mm refers to square twist nails.
3. 4.0 x 90mm refers to round wire nails.
4. 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.

Skewed JHM Hanger Loads


Safe Working Loads (kN)
Joist Fasteners
Block Strength

Model

Qty

Nail

2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid AAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

3.75x30mm

5.05

5.17

5.17

SPEC JHMSK

SKR

1. Maximum width 61mm.


2. Maximum skew 45.

SPEC
JHMSK

45
SKR

45

SPEC JHMSK Top


View

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Joist Size (mm)
Width

35

44

47

50

63

2 Ply 35
or 75

2 Ply 44
or 91

2 Ply 50
or 100

2 Ply 63

2 Ply 75

40

Height

HJHM Hanger Sizes

Model No.

Hanger Dimension (mm)


Width (H)

Height (W)

100

JHM100/38

38

100

125

JHM125/38

38

125

150

JHM150/38

38

175

JHM175/38

38

200

JHM200/38

38

190

225

JHM225/38

38

215

250

JHM250/38

38

240

100

JHM100/44

44

100

125

JHM125/44

44

125

150

JHM150/44

44

140

175

JHM175/44

44

165

200

JHM200/44

44

190

Joist Size (mm)


Width

Height

Model No.

Hanger Dimension (mm)


Width (H)

Height (W)

150

HJHM150/38

38

140

200

HJHM200/38

38

190

140

225

HJHM225/38

38

215

165

150

HJHM150/40

40

140

220

HJHM220/40

40

210

225

HJHM225/40

40

215

150

HJHM150/50

50

140

200

HJHM200/50

50

190

225

HJHM225/50

50

215

150

HJHM150/75

75

140

175

HJHM175/75

75

165

200

HJHM200/75

75

190

35

38

50

2 Ply 35
or 75

225

JHM225/44

44

215

225

HJHM225/75

75

215

250

JHM250/44

44

240

250

HJHM250/75

75

240

100

JHM100/47

47

100

300

HJHM300/75

75

290

125

JHM125/47

47

125

150

HJHM150/100

100

140

150

JHM150/47

47

140

175

HJHM175/100

100

165

200

HJHM200/100

100

190

225

HJHM225/100

100

215

175

JHM175/47

47

165

200

JHM200/47

47

190

225

JHM225/47

47

215

250

HJHM250/100

100

240
290

2 ply 50
or 100

250

JHM250/47

47

240

300

HJHM300/100

100

100

JHM100/50

50

100

150

HJHM150/125

125

140

125

JHM125/50

50

125

200

HJHM200/125

125

190

150

JHM150/50

50

140

225

HJHM225/125

125

215

175

JHM175/50

50

165

250

HJHM250/125

125

240

200

JHM200/50

50

190

150

HJHM150/150

150

140

225

JHM225/50

50

215

200

HJHM200/150

150

190

250

JHM250/50

50

240

125

JHM125/63

63

125

150

JHM150/63

63

140

175

JHM175/63

63

165

200

JHM200/63

63

190

225

JHM225/63

63

215

250

JHM250/63

63

240

100

JHM100/75

75

100

125

JHM125/75

75

125

150

JHM150/75

75

140

175

JHM175/75

75

165

200

JHM200/75

75

190

225

JHM225/75

75

215

250

JHM250/75

75

240

100

JHM100/91

91

100

125

JHM125/91

91

125

150

JHM150/91

91

140

175

JHM175/91

91

165

200

JHM200/91

91

190

225

JHM225/91

91

215

250

JHM250/91

91

240

100

JHM100/100

100

100

125

JHM125/100

100

125

150

JHM150/100

100

140

175

JHM175/100

100

165

200

JHM200/100

100

190

225

JHM225/100

100

215

250

JHM250/100

100

240
125

125

JHM125/125

125

225

JHM225/125

125

215

250

JHM250/125

125

240

300

JHM300/125

125

290

175

JHM175/150

150

165

225

JHM225/150

150

215

250

JHM250/150

150

240

300

JHM300/150

150

290

2 Ply 63

3 Ply 50
or
2 Ply 75
3 Ply 63
4 Ply 50
or
2 Ply 100

3 Ply 75
3 Ply 100

225

HJHM225/150

150

215

250

HJHM250/150

150

240

225

HJHM225/190

190

215

150

HJHM150/200

200

140

200

HJHM200/200

200

190

225

HJHM225/200

200

215

250

HJHM250/200

200

240

225

HJHM225/225

225

215

250

HJHM250/225

225

240

225

HJHM225/300

300

215

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Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Masonry Hangers for Solid Joists

RHMSK Skewed Masonry Hanger


The RHMSK is designed to support solid timber joists,
I-Joists or metal web joists from masonry walls.

Hanger design enables skew angles from 5-90 left


or right.
Full 90 skew option replaces the trimming detail
around soil pipes.

Material
Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Installation Notes:





Set the hanger back flange tight against the block


wall when the wall is built to the desired level.
The joist should be set tight into the back of the
hanger - a maximum gap of 6mm is permitted.
Fix the joist into the hanger using all specified
fasteners.
Web stiffeners are required for I-Joist applications.
Continue with additional masonry courses above the
hanger top flange to complete the wall height.
Do not stack blocks or heavy loads on the joists
during construction unless the joists have additional
support to take the full load of the blocks.
A minimum of 675mm of masonry is required above
the hanger top flange with the mortar fully cured
before applying the load.

RHMSK Performance Values


Dimensions (mm)l

Performance Values (kN)


Masonry Type and Strength

Fasteners

Safe Working Loads

Model

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Width

Height

Skew
(degree)

61 - 150 100 - 400 5 - 85

Characteristic Loads

Qty

Nail

2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid AAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid AAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

3.75x30mm

6.50

7.50

13.00

14.00

3.75x30mm

3.00

3.00

6.00

6.00

SPEC RHMSK
100

100 - 400

90

1. Loads are based upon tests conducted by CERAM Building technology, are determined in accordance to BS EN 845-1:2013 and apply to masonry
blocks with a minimum compressive strength as indicated.
2. The block thickness must be at least the same size as the top flange depth.
3. 3.75x30mm refers to galvanised square twist nails: 3.75mm diameter, 30mm length.
4. Skew angle to be specified in accordance to illustration below.

How to Order:
Specify hanger finished height and width.
Specify skew angle and direction.

Example:
For joist 200mm deep by 100mm wide with a right directional skew of
45 the code to order would be: RHMSK200/100 SKR45.

SPEC RHMSK
Top View. 45 skewed right example.

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Masonry Hangers for Solid Joists

Above Left: JHMI supporting an I-Joist. Above right: RHMSK support solid joist at 90 angle to the block wall.

Installation Sequence

45 Skew Example

Step 2: Place hangers onto supporting block work, ensuring the


hanger back flange is tight against the face of the block work.
Step 3: Continue with masonry above hanger ensuring a
minimum of 675mm of masonry is above the hanger top flange
and leave to cure. Mortar must be fully cured before any load is
applied to the hanger.
Step 4: Install the joist into the hanger. The joist should be tight
into the back of the hanger where possible. A maximum gap of
6mm is permitted.
Step 5: Fix the joist to the hanger using all specified fasteners.
Step 6: If installing I-joist, web stiffeners are required. Web
stiffeners should be installed in accordance with I-Joist
manufacturers recommendations.
Step 7: Where the 90 skewed variant is used to frame around soil
vent pipes, a solid blocking piece is to be fitted between the joist
and hanger back flange so the joist is positioned 50mm from the
face of the masonry wall.
The blocking piece must be fitted to the joist prior to installing into
the hanger. The blocking piece must be the same depth as the
joist, width to suit the remaining gap and be at least 100mm long.

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90 Skew Example

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Step 1: Build the masonry to the required level and leave to cure.

Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Masonry Hangers for Solid Joists

ICF Insulated Concrete Form Hanger


The ICFLC and ICFVL-CW ledger connector system is engineered to solve the challenges of mounting steel or wood
ledgers on insulated concrete walls.
The ledger connector system is easy, quick and versatile to use. The perforations in the embedded leg of the ICFLC
permit the concrete to flow around it, anchoring the ICFLC securely within the wall. The exposed flange provides a
structural surface for mounting either a wood or a steel ledger.

25.4
150

57

ICFVL-CW
178

182

13

46
4

Measurements are in mm.

Attach interior partition walls with suitable


drill point screws into ICFLC where needed.

Use ICFVL-CW to attach ledger to ICF wall.

Use ICFLC to connect to the concrete


wall through the ICF.

Use a face fix hanger for I-joist floor system.

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Max. 70mm

Typical Steel Ledger Installation with


ICFLC (minimum 1.6mm steel ledger).
Requires 3 screws at each location.
Table provides centre spacing.

Typical Wood Ledger Installation with ICFLC and ICFVL-CW.

Solid Sawn Ledger - ICFLC with ICFVL-CW (67mm forms)


Download per ICF connector (kN)

Maximum
Connector Spacing (mm)

8.5

1200

General Notes
1.

1. Use 8 No. D3 screws (provided).


2. Loads assume a minimum C16 ledger

2.
3.
4.

Steel Ledger - ICFLC 67mm


Download per ICF connector (kN)

Ledger Thickness (mm)

Connector Spacing (mm)

8.5

1.6

350

Download per ICF connector (kN)

Ledger Thickness (mm)

Connector Spacing (mm)

7.8

1.6

350

Steel Ledger - ICFLC 70mm

1.
2.
3.

Spacings shown apply to vertical loads


only.
No load duration increase is allowed.
Minimum concrete grade C20/25.
Do not splice ledger at ICFLC location.

WARNING: Industry studies show that


hardened fasteners can experience
performance problems in wet environments.
Accordingly, use this product in dry, interior
applications only.

Minimum steel ledger specification is A-653 SS Grade 50.


Use three 1/4-14x3/4, #3 drill point screws (not provided).
Minimum screw shear capacity is 3.3kN.

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Masonry Hangers for I-Joist and Metal Web

JHMI/HJHMI
Masonry Supported I-Joist Hangers
JHMI and HJHMI are 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:
JHMI and HJHMI: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Installation:

Use all specified fasteners. See "General Notes".


Set hanger back flange tight against block wall when built to desired
level, then continue with additional courses to complete wall height.
Joist should be tight into back of hanger when possible. Maximum gap
permitted is 6mm.
MINIMUM 3 COURSES OF SOLID BLOCK (675MM MASONRY)
REQUIRED ABOVE HANGER WITH MORTAR FULLY CURED BEFORE
APPLYING LOAD.
JHMI hangers have two PAN or obround nail holes located so that
nails can be driven at an angle into the lower chord of an I-joist. Web
stiffeners may be required by the I-joist manufacturer.
Do not stack blocks or heavy loads on the joists during construction
unless the joists have additional support to take the full load of the
blocks vertically and horizontally.
JHMI range of joists hangers can be fixed to steel beams by means of
powder actuated fasteners. See table below.
The shot-fired pins must be installed by a qualified person in
accordance with the manufacturers installation requirements.

HJHMI

Options

Return configuration provides additional support by wrapping around


three sides of the block. Designate return and length of return
dimensions when ordering.
Return hangers do not satisfy the requirements for lateral restraint type
hangers.
Straddle configuration provides two hangers connected across top
of support enabling exact alignment on both sides of supporting wall.
Designate straddle and length of straddle dimensions when ordering.
Other widths and heights available to order.

JHMI Shot Fired to a Steel Girder


Fasteners
Model No.
JHMI

1.

2.
3.

44

Steel Support

Joist Nails

4 - Shot Fired Pins

2 - 3.75 x 30mm

Safe Working
Load (kN)
5.17

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 is verified by the
pin manufacturer. Pin Head size must be sufficient to prevent pull through during loading.
The designer must ensure that the steel support member will support the imposed loads.
Install shot-fired pins in accordance with manufacturers instructions.

JHMI Shot-fired to steel

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Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Masonry Hangers for I-Joist and Metal Web


Typical JHMI Installation

JHMIS Straddle Configuration

JHMIR Return Configuration

JHMI Hangers for Engineered Wood Sizes - Loads


Safe Working Loads (kN)

Characteristic Capacity (kN)

Joist Fasteners
Model

Block Strength

JHMI1,2

Qty

Nail

2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid LAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

3.75x30

5.29

6.42

10.01

Short Term
Uplift
kN

1.07

Block Strength

2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid LAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

10.59

12.83

13.98

Uplift
kN

1.80

HJHMI Hangers for Engineered Wood Sizes - Loads


Safe Working Loads (kN)

Size Range
(mm)

Characteristic Capacity (kN)

Joist Fasteners
Block Strength
Qty

Nail

2.8N/mm
Solid AAC

140 - 400

3.75 x 30

8.01

8.01

15.00

140 - 400

3.75 x 30

7.99

14.84

15.00

Width

Height

40 - 74
75 - 200

3.5N/mm
Solid LAC

7N/mm
Solid DAC

Short Term
Uplift
kN

Block Strength

2.8N/mm
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid LAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

16.02

16.02

30.01

15.98

29.67

30.01

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1.00

1.80

91 - 200

140 - 400

8 (4)

4.00 x 90

7.99

14.84

20.88

15.98

29.67

41.76

201 - 300

140 - 400

3.75 x 30

8.15

8.15

21.49

15.11

15.11

37.61

1.
2.
3.
4.

Uplift
kN

Test conducted by CERAM Building Technology in accordance with EN846-8 and evaluated in accordance with EN845-1.
3.75 x 30 refers to square twist nails.
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.
Installation requires web stiffeners when used to support I-joists.

SKEWED JHMI Hangers - Loads


Safe Working Loads (kN)

Joist Fasteners
Model

JHMI (1)(2)

1.
2.

Block Strength
Qty

Nail

2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

3.75x30mm

5.05

3.5N/mm2
Solid AAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

5.17

5.17

Maximum width: 61mm


Maximum skew 45o

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Masonry Hangers for I-Joist and Metal Web


Joist Size

HJHMI Hangers for Engineered Wood

Hanger Dimension (mm)

Joist Size

Width

38

45

47

51

58 or 60

63

68

70

72

2ply 38

2ply 45
or 89-90

2ply 47

97

46

Height

Joist Size

Hanger Dimension (mm)

Model No.

Hanger Dimension (mm)


Model No.

Model No.
Width (W)

Height (H)

114
140
184
195
220
240
300
350
145
184
195
200
220
240
300
350
400
145
195
225
235
240
245
300
350
400
240
300
350
400
195
200
220
235
240
245
300
350
400
195
220-225
235
240
245
300
350
400
220
240
245
300
350
400
200
220
240
300
350
400
195
220
235
245
300
350
400
114
140
184
220
235
240
300
350
184
195
200
220
235
240
245
300
350
400
195
225
235
240
245
300
350
400
195
220
245
300
350

JHM114/40
JHMI140/40
JHMI184/40
JHMI195/40
JHMI225/40
JHMI240/40
JHMI300/40
JHMI350/40
JHMI145/47
JHMI184/47
JHMI195/47
JHMI200/47
JHMI225/47
JHMI240/47
JHMI300/47
JHMI350/47
JHMI400/47
JHMI145/50
JHMI195/50
JHMI225/50
JHMI235/50
JHMI240/50
JHMI245/50
JHMI300/50
JHMI350/50
JHMI400/50
JHMI240/53
JHMI300/53
JHMI350/53
JHMI400/53
JHMI195/61
JHMI200/61
JHMI225/61
JHMI235/61
JHMI240/61
JHMI240/61
JHMI300/61
JHMI350/61
JHMI400/61
JHMI195/66
JHMI225/66
JHMI235/66
JHMI240/66
JHMI245/66
JHMI300/66
JHMI350/66
JHMI400/66
JHMI225/70
JHMI240/70
JHMI245/70
JHMI300/70
JHMI350/70
JHMI400/70
JHMI200/72
JHMI225/72
JHMI240/72
JHMI300/72
JHMI350/72
JHMI400/72
JHMI195/75
JHMI225/75
JHMI235/75
JHMI245/75
JHMI300/75
JHMI350/75
JHMI400/75
JHMI114/78
JHMI140/78
JHMI184/78
JHMI225/78
JHMI235/78
JHMI240/78
JHMI300/78
JHMI350/78
JHMI184/91
JHMI195/91
JHMI200/91
JHMI225/91
JHMI235/91
JHMI240/91
JHMI245/91
JHMI300/91
JHMI350/91
JHMI400/91
JHMI195/96
JHMI225/96
JHMI235/96
JHMI240/96
JHMI245/96
JHMI300/96
JHMI350/96
JHMI400/96
JHMI195/100
JHMI225/100
JHMI245/100
JHMI300/100
JHMI350/100

40
40
40
40
40
40
40
40
47
47
47
47
47
47
47
47
47
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
53
53
53
53
61
61
61
61
61
61
61
61
61
66
66
66
66
66
66
66
66
70
70
70
70
70
70
72
72
72
72
72
72
75
75
75
75
75
75
75
78
78
78
78
78
78
78
78
91
91
91
91
91
91
91
91
91
91
96
96
96
96
96
96
96
96
100
100
100
100
100

114
140
184
195
225
240
300
350
145
184
195
200
225
240
300
350
400
145
195
225
235
240
245
300
350
400
240
300
350
400
195
200
225
235
240
240
300
350
400
195
225
235
240
245
300
350
400
225
240
245
300
350
400
200
225
240
300
350
400
195
225
235
245
300
350
400
114
140
184
225
235
240
300
350
184
195
200
225
235
240
245
300
350
400
195
225
235
240
245
300
350
400
195
225
245
300
350

400

JHMI400/100

100

400

Width

45

47

63

70

72

2ply 38

Height

Width

Height

Width (W)

Height (H)

Width (W)

Height (H)

225

HJHMI225/47

47

225

195

HJHMI195/129

129

195

240

HJHMI240/47

47

240

220-225

HJHMI225/129

129

225

300

HJHMI300/47

47

300

240

HJHMI240/129

129

240

350

HJHMI350/47

47

350

300

HJHMI300/129

129

300

2ply 63

400

HJHMI400/47

47

400

400

HJHMI400/129

129

400

225

HJHMI225/50

50

225

225

HJHMI225/142

142

225

235

HJHMI235/50

50

235

240

HJHMI240/142

142

240

240

HJHMI240/50

50

240

300

HJHMI300/142

142

300

245

HJHMI245/50

50

245

350

HJHMI350/142

142

350

300

HJHMI300/50

50

300

400

HJHMI400/142

142

400

350

HJHMI350/50

50

350

195

HJHMI195/146

146

195

400

HJHMI400/50

50

400

220

HJHMI225/146

146

225

235

HJHMI235/146

146

235

245

HJHMI245/146

146

245

300

HJHMI300/146

146

300

2ply 70

195

HJHMI195/66

66

195

225

HJHMI225/66

66

225

235

HJHMI235/66

66

235

245

HJHMI245/66

66

245

350

HJHMI350/146

146

350

300

HJHMI300/66

66

300

400

HJHMI400/146

146

400
184

2ply 72

350

HJHMI350/66

66

350

184

HJHMI184/180

180

400

HJHMI400/66

66

400

195

HJHMI195/180

180

195

200

HJHMI200/72

72

200

220

HJHMI225/180

180

225

225

HJHMI225/72

72

225

45

220

HJHMI225/180

180

225

240

HJHMI240/72

72

240

or 2ply

235

HJHMI235/180

180

235

300

HJHMI300/72

72

300

90

240

HJHMI240/180

180

240

350

HJHMI350/72

72

350

or 1ply 178

300

HJHMI300/180

180

300

400

HJHMI400/72

72

400

350

HJHMI350/180

180

350

195

HJHMI195/75

75

195

400

HJHMI400/180

180

400
225

4ply

225

HJHMI225/75

75

225

220

HJHMI225/184

184

235

HJHMI235/75

75

235

240

HJHMI240/184

184

240

245

HJHMI245/75

75

245

300

HJHMI300/184

184

300

300

HJHMI300/75

75

300

350

HJHMI350/184

184

350

195

HJHMI195/78

78

195

400

HJHMI400/184

184

400

220

HJHMI225/78

78

225

195

HJHMI195/196

196

195

235

HJHMI235/78

78

235

220

HJHMI225/196

196

225

235

HJHMI235/196

196

235

245

HJHMI245/196

196

245

300

HJHMI300/196

196

300

2ply 90

240

HJHMI240/78

78

240

245

HJHMI245/78

78

245

300

HJHMI300/78

78

300

400

HJHMI400/78

78

400

350

HJHMI350/196

196

350

145

HJHMI145/91

91

145

400

HJHMI400/196

196

400

184

HJHMI184/91

91

184

450

HJHMI450/196

196

450

195

HJHMI195/91

91

195

225

HJHMI225/212

212

225

200

HJHMI200/91

91

200

240

HJHMI240/212

212

240

2ply

220

HJHMI225/91

91

225

45

235

HJHMI235/91

91

235

or 89

240

HJHMI240/91

91

240

245

HJHMI245/91

91

245

300

HJHMI300/91

91

300

350

HJHMI350/91

91

350

400

HJHMI400/91

91

400

2ply 47

97

2ply 51

2ply
58 or 2ply 60

195

HJHMI195/96

96

195

220

HJHMI225/96

96

225

235

HJHMI235/96

96

235

240

HJHMI240/96

96

240

245

HJHMI245/96

96

245

300

HJHMI300/96

96

300

350

HJHMI350/96

96

350

400

HJHMI400/96

96

400

195

HJHMI195/96

85

195

220

HJHMI225/100

100

225

245

HJHMI245/100

100

245

300

HJHMI300/100

100

300

350

HJHMI350/100

100

350

400

HJHMI400/100

100

400

450

HJHMI450/100

100

450

240

HJHMI240/105

105

240

300

HJHMI300/105

105

300

350

HJHMI350/105

105

350

400

HJHMI400/105

105

400

195

HJHMI195/120

120

195

200

HJHMI200/120

120

200

220

HJHMI225/120

120

225

235

HJHMI235/120

120

235

240

HJHMI240/120

120

240

245

HJHMI245/120

120

245

300

HJHMI300/120

120

300

350

HJHMI350/120

120

350

400

HJHMI400/120

120

400

2ply 97

3ply 70

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SFJC Safety Fast Joist Cap


The SFJC is an innovative product which enables a safe, practical and
robust solution that satisfies the requirements of Approved Document B &
L of the Building Regulations.
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. It also provides resistance to fire for up to 60
minutes when gaps are filled with mineral wool.


SFJC225/50, SFJC305/50, SFJC305/100 and SFJC225/100 models


accommodate a large range of joists types and sizes.
Air leakage around the joist end is eliminated.
Wide face flanges provide an air tight seal.

Material: Black Polypropylene.


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 joist manufacturers instructions and/or standard
construction practice, to ensure temporary stability of the floor joists.

Place the I-joist onto wall and adjust to ensure correct bearing at each
end.
Lift the floor joist and install SFJC over the end of the joist, ensuring
the SFJC face flanges are tight against the inner face on the masonry
wall.

SFJC
PATENT GB2392928, GB2393459

Installation Sequence

SFJC225/50 and SFJC305/50: I-Joists


I-joists up to 50mm wide and 225/300mm wide can be installed


directly into the SFJC305/50. For narrower joist widths use the wedge
cut outs to pack the joist.

SFJC305/100 & SFJC225/100: I-Joists

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For use with double I-joists up to 300mm 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.
Install horizontal restraint straps at maximum 2m centres and nail to
the timber joists with 8 No 3.75 x 30 square twist nails.
Build up masonry between SFJC and continue with wall construction.
Ensure all joints between the masonry and SFJC are fully filled with
mortar.
With the SFJC305/50 check the tightness of the wedges once wall is
completed. If necessary, hammer wedges in tight.
Also if necessary, fill the void around the joist with mineral wool or
expanding foam.

SFCJ Item Codes


Model No.

Dimensions (mm)

I-Joist Sizes (mm)

Width

Height

Width

SFJC225/50

50

225

up to 50

SFJC225/100

100

225

up to 100

SFJC305/50

50

305

up to 50

SFJC305/100

100

305

up to 100

Height
up to 225

up to 302

1. 2 No. SFJC Wedges supplied with each SFJC225/50 and SFJC305/50.


2. 2 No. Steel Joist Plates supplied with each SFJC305/100 and SFJC225/100.

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SES Simpson End Seal


Simpson End Seal: One solution for air leakage and sound transference requirements.
The SES Simpson End Seal provides a fast and effective solution to reduce air leakage
through pocket masonry in block walls. Once installed, it removes the need for mastic
sealant around the perimeter of joists (subject to good workmanship when mortar keying).
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 (in compliance with Approved Document B).
Can be used on external and party walls.
Meets the NHBC Technical requirements.
Secure fixing - provided by 30mm Square Twist Nails.

Step 1: Prepare block work to accept floor joists - no need for mortar on
top. Position floor joists onto wall (only one joist shown for clarity). Fit the
End Seal to the end of the joist as shown. Ensure that the End Seal is
tight against the joist end and secure with two 3.75x30 square twist nails.

Step 2: When preparing a double joist, repeat installation step


1 on the second I-Joist. Apply mastic sealant to the inside face
of the End Seal between the joists (see diagram) and to the top
and bottom chords of the I-Joist.

Top Chord

SES

Step 3: Join the I-joists together, checking that the mastic sealant has
been compressed between the end seals. It is recommended that the
I-joists are joined together using 2 MJC (multi joist connector), one on
top and one on the bottom of the I-joist at 200mm from the bearing point
(SDW screws can be used as an alternative to MJC). Check with I-Joist
manufacturer.

Step 4: Apply mortar to the void between the top and bottom
chords of the I-joist on both sides of a single joist and to the
outsides of a double joist, ensuring the mortar is packed
against the End Seal.

200mm

Mortar

MJC
(optional)
Mastic Sealant

Step 5: Lay a bed of mortar onto the top of the blocks ensuring mortar
is laid tight up against the joist end. Lay blocks either side of the joist,
ensuring mortar is applied to the block ends, completely fill all joints.
Lay the next bed of mortar on top of the blocks. Continue to build the
wall as normal.

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SES End Seal Sizes

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Flange Height
(mm)

SES End Seal Sizes

Hanger Dimension (mm)


Model No.
Height (H)

Width (W)

39

200

38

SES118/38

39

220

38

39

240

39
39

Flange Height
(mm)

Hanger Dimension (mm)


Model No.
Height (H)

Width (W)

38

241

63

SES159/63

SES138/38

45

300

63

SES206/63

38

SES158/38

38

302

63

SES220/63

300

38

SES218/38

38

356

63

SES274/63

200

45

SES118/45

38

406

63

SES324/63

28

220

45

SES158/45

39

200

70

SES118/70

39

220

45

SES138/45

39

220

70

SES138/70

39

240

45

SES158/45

39

240

70

SES158/70

28

241

45

SES179/45

39

300

70

SES218/70

39

300

45

SES218/45

39

360

70

SES278/70

28

302

45

SES240/45

39

400

70

SES318/70

39

360

45

SES278/45

45

195

72

SES101/72

39

400

45

SES318/45

45

220

72

SES126/72

45

195

47

SES101/47

45

245

72

SES151/72

45

220

47

SES126/47

45

300

72

SES206/72

45

235

47

SES141/47

45

350

72

SES256/72

45

245

47

SES151/47

45

400

72

SES306/72

45

300

47

SES206/47

39

200

89

SES118/89

28

220

51

SES158/51

38

220

89

SES138/89

28

241

51

SES179/51

39

220

89

SES138/89

28

302

51

SES240/51

38

225

89

SES143/89

28

356

51

SES294/51

39

240

89

SES158/89

39

200

58

SES118/58

38

241

89

SES158/89

39

220

58

SES138/58

39

300

89

SES218/89

39

240

58

SES158/58

38

302

89

SES220/89

39

300

58

SES218/58

38

356

89

SES274/89

39

360

58

SES278/58

39

360

89

SES278/89

39

400

58

SES318/58

39

400

89

SES318/89

38

220

59

SES138/59

38

406

89

SES324/89

38

241

59

SES159/59

45

195

97

SES101/97

28

241

59

SES179/59

45

220

97

SES126/97

38

302

59

SES220/59

45

245

97

SES151/97

28

302

59

SES240/59

45

300

97

SES206/97

38

356

59

SES274/59

45

350

97

SES256/97

28

356

59

SES294/59

45

400

97

SES306/97

38

406

59

SES324/59

45

450

97

SES356/97

45

195

63

SES101/63

45

220

63

SES126/63

45

235

63

SES141/63

38

225

63

SES143/63

45

245

63

SES151/63

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SFLHI Safety Fast Lite Hanger


The SFLHI is an innovative single piece hanger designed to support timber joists from masonry walls without the need for
masonry above the course of blockwork supporting the hanger.
The SFLHI has been designed to assist in meeting the air
leakage requirements as part of the Code for Sustainable
Homes. Since the joist is supported by a hanger and does
not penetrate the inner leaf of blockwork, the potential for
air leakage is reduced and avoids the time consuming and
costly mortaring and sealing with mastic around built in
joist ends.
This hanger allows construction work to continue safely
just 3 days after the supporting blockwork has been laid as opposed to 28 days in the case of traditional masonry
hangers.

100mm

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Features and Benefits

Patent No. EP2064395

Avoids joist penetrating blockwork, minimising air

leakage.

Achieves published performance values with no

masonry above the supporting course of blockwork.


Enables the construction of the floor deck prior to the

next lift of masonry.


Reduces health & safety risks associated with the

tested in accordance with EN 846-8.


SFLH joist hanger used in conjunction with FMS strap.

50

75mm

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use of traditional masonry hangers with no masonry


courses above them.
Eliminates the need for propping to support the joist.
Web stiffeners are not required with I-Joists to achieve
published performance values.
Use FMS strap range with every hanger spaced up to
600mm centres to provide lateral restraint of the floor
joist in accordance with EN845-1.
CE Approved: meets the requirements of EN845-1 and

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Step 1: Build masonry


to the required level,
ensuring any coursing
bricks or blocks are at
least one course below the
supporting block.

Step 2: Place the Safety


Fast Lite Masonry Hanger
for I-Joists (SFLHI) over the
inner leaf of the block work,
ensuring the top flanges are
fully bearing onto the top of
the supporting block work
and are also tight against
the front face of the block
work.

Leave the masonry to cure


for at least three days.

Step 3: Install the floor


joist into the SFLHI. The
end of the joist should be
tight against the back of
the hanger. Maximum gap
allowed: 6mm.

Step 4: Install the


appropriate restraint strap
(see note 1), ensuring the
strap is tight against the
back face of the block work
hanger return and the side
of the floor joist. Fix with
fasteners as specified in the
table below.

Install the specified joist


nails (see table below).

SFLHI - Safety Fast Lite Masonry Hanger for I-Joist Performance Data
Size Range

Safe Working Loads (kN)

Joist Fastener Qty


3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Nail

Characteristic Capacity (kN)

Block Strength

Height (mm)

Width (mm)

Hanger

(1)
FMS Strap

2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

140 - 400

38 -100

3.9

Block Strength

3.5N/mm2
Solid AAC

7.0N/mm2
Solid DAC

2.8N/mm2
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid AAC

7.0N/mm2
Solid DAC

4.5

4.5

6.8

7.9

7.9

Please note:
1. Appropriate variant from FMS strap range, depending on connection detail - refer to FMS page of this brochure.
2. Performance values are with NO masonry above supporting block work.

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About working on the floor prior to the next lift of masonry.


1. The floor decking may be

stored on the joists provided


the load is uniformly distributed
among several joists and does
not exceed the hanger or
joist capacities. Refer to joist
manufacturer or supplier for
joist capacity and maximum
construction loads.
2. The floor decking must be

securely attached to each joist


before additional loads can be
placed on the system.
3. Pallets of blocks or other

construction material should


be placed onto the scaffolding
and not directly onto the floor.
The materials can then be
evenly distributed around the
floor manually, ensuring the
hanger or joist capacities are not
exceeded.

For example, total number of blocks per pair of joists (4 hangers) @ 600 c/c:
2.8N/mm2 AAC = 24
3.5N/mm2 AAC = 20
7.0N/mm2 DAC = 16
Note: I-Joist shown above for illustration purposes, SFLH is compatible with
solid sawn joists.

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SFLHI Hanger Sizes
Joist Size

SFLHI Hanger Sizes


Hanger Dimension (mm)

Joist Size

Hanger Dimension (mm)

Model No.
Height

Height (H)

200

SFLHI200/40

200

220

SFLHI225/40

225

Width (W)

Width

Height

Height (H)

220

SFLHI225/72

225

240

SFLHI240/72

240

300

SFLHI300/72

300

40

38
240

SFLHI240/40

240

72

70

45

300

SFLHI300/40

300

350

SFLHI350/72

350

195

SFLHI195/47

195

360

SFLHI360/72

360

200

SFLHI200/47

200

400

SFLHI400/72

400

220

SFLHI225/47

225

220

SFLHI225/75

225

240

SFLHI240/75

240

240

SFLHI240/47

240

245

SFLHI245/47

245

300

SFLHI300/75

300

300

SFLHI300/47

300

350

SFLHI350/75

350

350

SFLHI350/47

350

400

SFLHI400/75

400

350

SFLHI360/47

360

200

SFLHI200/78

200

350

SFLHI400/47

400

220

SFLHI225/78

225

195

SFLHI195/50

195

240

SFLHI240/78

240

220

SFLHI225/50

225

300

SFLHI300/78

300

235

SFLHI235/50

235

200

SFLHI200/91

200

240

SFLHI240/50

240

220

SFLHI225/91

225

240

SFLHI240/91

240

58 or 60

72

2 Ply 38
or 75

75

78

245

SFLHI245/50

245

300

SFLHI300/50

300

300

SFLHI300/91

300

350

SFLHI350/50

350

350

SFLHI350/91

350

400

SFLHI400/50

400

360

SFLHI360/91

360

240

SFLHI240/53

240

400

SFLHI400/91

400

300

SFLHI300/53

300

195

SFLHI195/100

195

350

SFLHI350/53

350

220

SFLHI225/100

225

195

SFLHI195/61

195

235

SFLHI235/100

235

220

SFLHI225/61

225

245

SFLHI245/100

245

235

SFLHI235/61

235

254

SFLHI254/100

254

240

SFLHI240/61

240

300

SFLHI300/100

300

245

SFLHI245/61

245

350

SFLHI350/100

350

300

SFLHI300/61

300

400

SFLHI400/100

400

350

SFLHI350/61

350

450

SFLHI450/100

450

360

SFLHI360/61

360

400

SFLHI400/61

400

195

SFLHI195/66

195

220

SFLHI225/66

220

235

SFLHI235/66

235

240

SFLHI240/66

240

245

SFLHI245/66

245

300

SFLHI300/66

300

350

SFLHI350/66

350

400

SFLHI400/66

400

89 or 90

53

97

61

66

63. or 65

52

47

50

47

51

Width (W)

91

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SFHI/SFWHI
Safety Fast Masonry Restraint Hangers
The SFHI/SFWHI Safety Fast Hangers are an innovative range of products
that have been designed to support timber I-Joists, beams and trussed
rafters from masonry walls without the need for masonry above the top
flange.








SFHI
100

Requires no masonry above the top flange to achieve the published


performance values.
Improved vertical and lateral load distribution.
Mini Strap 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.
Mini Strap provides lateral restraint capacity in accordance with NHBC
guidelines.
Allows for retrofit of lateral restraint straps.
Web stiffeners are not required with I-Joist to achieve the performance
values.
PATENT NOS.
GB2316103, GB2354267
GB2390380
EP1200684

Material:
SFHI: Pre-galvanised mild steel.
SFWHI: Mild steel.
Mini Strap - Pre-galvanised mild steel.
Finish: SFWHI: Hot-dip galvanised.

Installation:

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Use all specified nails.


Build masonry to required level, ensuring any coursing bricks or blocks
are at least one course below the supporting block, and leave to cure.
Place the Safety Fast Restraint Hanger over the inner leaf of block
work, ensuring the bearing plate is fully located onto the top of the
masonry, sitting tight against the front face and top of the block work.
Sit the floor joists into the masonry hanger and ensure all joists are
correctly installed. The joists should be tight into the back of the
hanger where possible. The maximum gap between the back of the
hanger and the end of the joist is 6mm.
Clip the Safety Fast Mini Strap onto the restraining hooks on either side
of the hanger and nail to the side face of the joist with 3.75 x 30mm
square twist nails. INSTALL ONLY ONE STRAP PER HANGER.

General Installation Notes


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 capacities. Refer to joist manufacturer or supplier
for joist capacity and maximum construction loads.
The floor decking must be securely attached to each joist before
additional loads can be placed on the system.
Floor decking and block work is to be cut where necessary to fit
around the upstand stiffeners.
Pallets of blocks or other construction materials should be placed onto
the scaffolding and NOT directly onto the floor. The materials can then
be evenly distributed around the floor manually, ensuring hanger or
joist capacities are not exceeded.

SFWHI
100

PATENT NOS.
GB2354267, GB2390380
EP1200684

Mini Strap (included with Safety Fast Hanger)

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Typical SFHI Installation

Typical SFWHI Installation

SFHI/SFWHI Hanger Loads


Safe Working Loads (kN)

Characteristic Capacity
(kN)

Block Strength

Block Strength

Joist Fasteners
Model No.

Joist Width
Hanger

SFHI

SFWHI

< 61mm
> 66mm
< 61mm
> 66mm

MiniStrap

Qty

Nail

Qty

Nail

3.75 x 30

3.75 x 30

3.75 x 30

3.75 x 30

2
2.8N/mm
Solid AAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid LAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

3.5N/mm2
Solid LAC

7N/mm2
Solid DAC

5.34

6.67

6.67

13.34

13.34

9.98

12.47

12.47

24.93

24.93

7.44

9.30

9.30

18.59

18.59

11.58

14.47

14.47

28.94

28.94

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Loads are based upon tests conducted by CERAM Building Technology Ltd and are determined in accordance with EN 845.
1. Stated loads are achieved without masonry above the top flange.
2. The block thickness must be the same as the top plate depth.
3. The lateral capacity when installed with the ministrap, exceeds that provided by traditional staps placed at 2m centres.
4. 3.75 x 30 refers to a square twist nail (not supplied with hanger).

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Joist Size
Model No.

Width
(W)

Width Height

38

45

47

51

58
or 60

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70

72

2ply 38

2ply 45
or 89

2ply 47

97

Hanger Dimension
(mm)
Height
(H)

Joist Size

Model No.

Width Height

Hanger Dimension
(mm)
Width
(W)

Height
(H)

Joist Size
Model No.

Hanger Dimension
(mm)
Width
(W)

Width Height

Height
(H)

195

SFHI195/40/100

40

195

220

SFWHI225/72/100

72

225

184

SFWHI184/135/100

135

184

200

SFHI200/40/100

40

200

240

SFWHI240/72/100

72

240

200

SFWHI200/135/100

135

200

220

SFWHI225/135/100

135

225

240

SFWHI240/135/100

135

240

245

SFWHI245/135/100

135

245
300

220

SFHI225/40/100

40

225

300

SFWHI300/72/100

72

300

235

SFHI235/40/100

40

235

350

SFWHI350/72/100

72

350

240

SFHI240/40/100

40

240

400

SFWHI400/72/100

72

400

300

SFHI300/40/100

40

300

195

SFWHI195/78/100

78

195

300

SFWHI300/135/100

135

195

SFHI195/47/100

47

195

220

SFWHI225/78/100

78

225

350

SFWHI350/135/100

135

350

200

SFHI200/47/100

47

200

235

SFWHI235/78/100

78

235

400

SFWHI400/135/100

135

400

220

SFHI225/47/100

47

225

235

SFHI235/47/100

47

235

240

SFHI240/47/100

47

245

SFHI245/47/100

70

3ply 45
or
135

240

SFWHI240/78/100

78

240

450

SFWHI450/135/100

135

450

245

SFWHI245/78/100

78

245

220

SFWHI225/142/100

142

225

240

300

SFWHI300/78/100

78

300

240

SFWHI240/142/100

142

240

47

245

350

SFWHI350/78/100

78

350

300

SFWHI300/142/100

142

300

2ply 38

2ply 70

300

SFHI300/47/100

47

300

400

SFWHI400/78/100

78

400

350

SFWHI350/142/100

142

350

195

SFHI195/50/100

50

195

450

SFWHI450/78/100

78

450

400

SFWHI400/142/100

142

400

225

SFHI225/50/100

50

225

195

SFWHI195/91/100

91

195

195

SFWHI195/146/100

146

195

235

SFHI235/50/100

50

235

200

SFWHI200/91/100

91

200

220

SFWHI225/146/100

146

225

235

SFWHI235/146/100

146

235

245

SFWHI245/146/100

146

245

300

SFWHI300/146/100

146

300

240

SFHI240/50/100

50

235

220

SFWHI225/91/100

91

225

245

SFHI245/50/100

50

245

300

SFHI300/50/100

50

300

235

SFWHI235/91/100

91

235

240

SFHI240/53/100

53

240

240

SFWHI240/91/100

91

240

300

SFHI300/53/100

53

300

245

SFWHI245/91/100

91

245

350

SFWHI350/146/100

146

350

195

SFHI195/61/100

61

195

300

SFWHI300/91/100

91

300

400

SFWHI400/146/100

146

400

200

SFHI200/61/100

61

200

220

SFHI225/61/100

61

225

235

SFHI235/61/100

61

235

240

SFHI240/61/100

61

245

SFHI245/61/100

61

245

300

SFHI300/61/100

61

300

2ply 45
or 90

240

195

SFHI195/66/100

66

195

225

SFHI225/66/100

66

225

235

SFHI235/66/100

66

235

240

SFHI240/66/100

66

240

245

SFHI245/66/100

66

245

300

SFHI300/66/100

66

300

220

SFHI225/72/100

72

225

240

SFHI240/72/100

72

240

300

SFHI300/72/100

72

300

195

SFHI195/75/100

75

195

220

SFHI225/75/100

75

220

235

SFHI235/75/100

75

235

245

SFHI245/75/100

75

245

300

SFHI300/75/100

75

300

195

SFHI195/78/100

78

195

200

SFHI200/78/100

78

200

2ply 47

97

2ply
51

2ply 72

350

SFWHI350/91/100

91

350

195

SFWHI195/152/100

152

195

400

SFWHI400/91/100

91

400

220

SFWHI225/152/100

152

225

235

SFWHI235/152/100

152

235

240

SFWHI240/152/100

152

240

300

SFWHI300/152/100

152

300

450

SFWHI450/91/100

91

450

195

SFWHI195/96/100

96

195

220

SFWHI225/96/100

96

220

235

SFWHI235/96/100

96

235

350

SFWHI350/152/100

152

350

240

SFWHI240/96/100

96

240

400

SFWHI400/152/100

152

400
450

2ply 75

245

SFWHI245/96/100

96

245

450

SFWHI450/152/100

152

300

SFWHI300/96/100

96

300

195

SFWHI195/180/100

180

195

350

SFWHI350/96/100

96

350

200

SFWHI200/180/100

180

200

400

SFWHI400/96/100

96

400

220

SFWHI225/180/100

180

225

195

SFWHI195/100/100

100

195

235

SFWHI235/180/100

180

235

245

SFWHI240/180/100

180

240

300

SFWHI300/180/100

180

300

2ply 89
or 178

220

SFWHI225/100/100

100

225

235

SFWHI235/100/100

100

235

245

SFWHI245100/100

100

245

350

SFWHI350/180/100

180

350

300

SFWHI300/100/100

100

300

400

SFWHI400/180/100

180

400

350

SFWHI350/100/100

100

350

450

SFWHI450/180/100

180

450

400

SFWHI400/100/100

100

400

220

SFWHI225/184/100

184

225

450

SFWHI450/100/100

100

450

240

SFWHI240/184/100

184

240

240

SFWHI240/105/100

105

240

300

SFWHI300/184/100

184

300

300

SFWHI300/105/100

105

300

350

SFWHI350/184/100

184

350

350

SFWHI350/105/100

105

350

400

SFWHI400/184/100

184

400

2ply 90

220

SFHI225/78/100

78

225

195

SFWHI195/120/100

120

195

195

SFWHI195/196/100

196

195

235

SFHI235/78/100

78

235

200

SFWHI200/120/100

120

200

220

SFWHI225/196/100

196

225
235

240

SFHI240/78/100

78

240

220

SFWHI225/120/100

120

225

235

SFWHI235/196/100

196

300

SFHI300/78/100

78

300

235

SFWHI235/120/100

120

235

245

SFWHI245/196/100

196

245

195

SFHI195/91/100

91

195

240

SFWHI240/120/100

120

240

300

SFWHI300/196/100

196

300

200

SFHI200/91/100

91

200

245

SFWHI245/120/100

120

245

350

SFWHI350/196/100

196

350

220

SFHI225/91/100

91

225

300

SFWHI300/120/100

120

300

400

SFWHI400/196/100

196

400

235

SFHI235/91/100

91

235

350

SFWHI350/120/100

120

350

450

SFWHI450/196/100

196

450

240

SFHI240/91/100

91

240

400

SFWHI400/120/100

120

400

245

SFHI245/91/100

91

245

195

SFWHI195/129/100

129

195

300

SFHI300/91/100

91

300

220-225 SFWHI225/129/100

129

225
235

2ply 58
or 60

220

SFHI225/96/100

96

225

235

SFWHI235/129/100

129

235

SFHI235/96/100

96

235

240

SFWHI240/129/100

129

240

240

SFHI240/96/100

96

240

245

SFWHI245/129/100

129

245
300

2ply 63

245

SFHI245/96/100

96

245

300

SFWHI300/129/100

129

300

SFHI300/96/100

96

300

350

SFWHI350/129/100

129

350

195

SFHI195/100/100

100

195

400

SFWHI400/129/100

129

400

220

SFHI225/100/100

100

225

235

SFHI235/100/100

100

235

240

SFHI240/100/100

100

240

245

SFHI245/100/100

100

245

300

SFHI300/100/100

100

300

2ply 97

55

Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Timber Hangers for Solid Joists

JHA Joist Hanger with Adjustable Height Strap


JHA is a height adjustable joist hanger for supporting timber joists from timber members.

A galvanised joist hanger that provides great support with ease of installation.
Published performance values are based upon 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails being
used throughout.
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 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 hammer with
the other!
JHA270 range features a location tab which allows easier alignment of the hanger.
The model number and size is stamped into the seat of the hanger for easy identification, even after installation.

Material:

JHA270
Adjustable Hanger

Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Installation:
Alternative installation methods are available depending on the availability of nailing surface.

JHA450
Adjustable Hanger

Maximum Nailing: All nails must be applied according to the table.


Minimum Nailing: For a lower installed cost the minimum nailing schedule can be used. A
minimum wrap over of 45mm is required.
Loft Conversions (JHA450 Range): For applications where the hanger extends below the
support. Install top, face, and joist nails according to the table. A minimum wrap over of
45mm is required or maximum nailing.

OPTIONS:

Speed
Prongs

Location Tab (JHA270)

B
Used to temporarily
position and secure the
hanger for easier and faster
installation.

56

JHA270
Installation

JHA450
Below Support Installation

C-UK14 2014 SIMPSON STRONG-TIE COMPANY INC.

Because these hangers are fully die-formed they cannot be modified.

Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Timber Hangers for Solid Joists


JHA270 Specifications
Dimensions (mm) (1)
Installation
Method

Supporting Supported
Member
Member
Width
Depth

Qty Fasteners (2)

Model
No.
W

Header
Face

Wrap Over

Face Fix

125mm
to
200mm

200mm
to
250mm

Joist

Top

Safe Working Loads (kN)(4)


Download
Long Term

Medium
Term

Characteristic Loads
(kN)

Short
Term
Uplift

Download

Uplift

1 ply 38

JHA270/38

38

241

50

106

4.2

4.8

1.1

10.0

2.1

1 ply 44

JHA270/44

44

238

50

103

4.8

5.5

1.1

11.6

2.1

5.2

5.9

1.1

12.4

2.1

5.5

6.2

1.1

13.1

2.1

5.5

6.3

1.1

13.2

2.1

1 ply 45

JHA270/47

47

248.5

50

102

1 ply 50

JHA270/50

50

247

50

100

1 ply 63

JHA270/63

63

249

50

114

1 ply 75

JHA270/75

75

243

50

108

5.5

6.3

1.1

13.2

2.1

2 ply 45

JHA270/91

91

234

50

100

5.5

6.3

1.1

13.2

2.1
2.1

2 ply 50

JHA270/100

100

230

50

95

5.5

6.3

1.1

13.2

1 ply 38

JHA270/38

38

241

50

106

3.2

3.6

1.1

7.6

2.1

1 ply 44

JHA270/44

44

238

50

103

3.2

3.6

1.1

7.6

2.1

1 ply 45

JHA270/47

47

248.5

50

102

1 ply 50

JHA270/50

50

247

50

100

1 ply 63

JHA270/63

63

249

50

114

3.2

3.6

1.1

7.6

2.1

1 ply 75

JHA270/75

75

243

50

108

3.2

3.6

1.1

7.6

2.1

20

3.2

3.6

1.1

7.6

2.1

3.2

3.6

1.1

7.6

2.1

2 ply 45

JHA270/91

91

234

50

100

3.2

3.6

1.1

7.6

2.1

2 ply 50

JHA270/100

100

230

50

95

3.2

3.6

1.1

7.6

2.1

1. W, H, B & C dimensions are depicted in the illustration on previous page.


2. 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails used throughout.
3. Characteristic and Safe Working Loads are based upon C16 graded timber.
4. Published performance values are not dependent on the location tab being nailed.

JHA450 Specifications
Qty
[2]
Fasteners

Number of
Installation Method

Supported
Member
Width

Model
No.
W

Header
Face

C-UK14 2014 SIMPSON STRONG-TIE COMPANY INC.

Wrap Over

Face Fix

Loft Conversion

Safe Working Loads (kN)(4)

Joist

Top

Download
Long Term

Medium
Term

Characteristic Loads
(kN)

Short
Term
Uplift

Download

Uplift

1 ply 38

JHA450/38

38

481

50

191

4.2

4.8

1.6

10.0

3.13

1 ply 44

JHA450/44

44

478

50

188

4.8

5.5

1.6

11.6

3.13

1 ply 45

JHA450/47

47

477

50

187

5.2

5.9

1.6

12.4

3.13

1 ply 50

JHA450/50

50

475

50

185

5.5

6.3

1.6

13.2

3.13

1 ply 63

JHA450/63

63

469

50

179

5.5

6.3

1.6

13.2

3.13

1 ply 75

JHA450/75

75

463

50

173

5.5

6.3

1.6

13.2

3.13

2 ply 45

JHA450/91

91

455

50

165

5.5

6.3

1.6

13.2

3.13
3.13

2 ply 50

JHA450/100

100

450

50

160

5.5

6.3

1.6

13.2

2 ply 63

JHA450/125

125

453

63

163

5.7

6.5

1.6

13.6

3.13

3 ply 45

JHA450/137

137

447

63

157

5.7

6.5

1.6

13.6

3.13
3.13

3 ply 50

JHA450/150

150

440

63

150

5.7

6.5

1.6

13.6

1 ply 38

JHA450/38

38

481

50

191

4.2

4.8

1.6

10.0

3.13

1 ply 44

JHA450/44

44

478

50

188

4.4

5.1

1.6

10.6

3.13

1 ply 45

JHA450/47

47

477

50

187

4.4

5.1

1.6

10.6

3.13

1 ply 50

JHA450/50

50

475

50

185

4.4

5.1

1.6

10.6

3.13

1 ply 63

JHA450/63

63

469

50

179

4.4

5.1

1.6

10.6

3.13

1 ply 75

JHA450/75

75

463

50

173

4.4

5.1

1.6

10.6

3.13

2 ply 45

JHA450/91

91

455

50

165

4.4

5.1

1.6

10.6

3.13
3.13

20

2 ply 50

JHA450/100

100

450

50

160

4.4

5.1

1.6

10.6

2 ply 63

JHA450/125

125

453

63

163

4.8

5.5

1.6

11.6

3.13

3 ply 45

JHA450/137

137

447

63

157

4.8

5.5

1.6

11.6

3.13
3.13

3 ply 50

JHA450/150

150

440

63

150

4.8

5.5

1.6

11.6

1 ply 38

JHA450/38

38

481

50

191

4.0

4.6

9.6

1 ply 44

JHA450/44

44

478

50

188

4.0

4.6

9.6

1 ply 45

JHA450/47

47

477

50

187

4.0

4.6

9.6

1 ply 50

JHA450/50

50

475

50

185

4.0

4.6

9.7

1 ply 63

JHA450/63

63

469

50

179

4.1

4.6

9.8

1 ply 75

JHA450/75

75

463

50

173

4.1

4.6

9.8

2 ply 45

JHA450/91

91

455

50

165

4.1

4.6

9.8

2 ply 50

JHA450/100

100

450

50

160

4.1

4.6

9.8

2 ply 63

JHA450/125

125

453

63

163

4.2

4.8

10.1

3 ply 45

JHA450/137

137

447

63

157

4.2

4.8

10.1

3 ply 50

JHA450/150

150

440

63

150

4.2

4.8

10.1

1. W, H, B & C dimensions are depicted in the illustration on previous page.


2. 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails used throughout.
3. Characteristic and Safe Working Loads are based upon C16 graded timber.

57

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Timber Hangers for Solid Joists

IUC Concealed Flange Face Fix Hanger


IUC is a face mounted concealed flange hanger for both
I-joists and solid timber sections.

Material:

Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Installation:
Use all specified fasteners (see table below). Verify that
the header can take the fasteners specified in the table.
Web stiffeners are not required with I-Joists when the
top flange is laterally supported by both sides of the
hanger.

IUC is also suitable for I-joist installations provided backer


blocks are used.

Options:
These hangers cannot be skewed but will normally
accomodate a skew of up to 5. For concealed flange
hangers with widths greater than 91mm see SAI hanger
catalogue page.

B
W

IUC Specifications

Width

Height

Model
No.

Number of Fasteners
H

B
Face

38

45

145

IUC142/40

142

40

51

195-200

IUC192/40

192

40

51

220-245

IUC217/40

217

40

51

145

IUC142/47

142

47

51

195-200

IUC192/47

192

47

220-245

IUC217/47

217

47

51

195

IUC192/50

192

50

51

220-245

IUC217/50

217

50

51

195-200

IUC192/53

192

53

51

220-245

IUC217/53

217

53

51

195-200

IUC192/61

192

61

51

220-245

IUC217/61

217

61

51

195-200

IUC192/66

192

66

51

220-245

IUC217/66

217

66

51

195-200

IUC192/72

192

72

51

220-245

IUC217/72

217

72

51

195-200

IUC192/75

192

75

51

220-245

IUC217/75

217

75

51

195-200

IUC192/91

192

91

51

220-245

IUC217/91

217

91

51

47

53

58-60

63

70

72

89-90

Option 1 use 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails.


Option 2 use 3.75 x 75mm nails.

58

Safe
Working Load (kN)

Dimensions

Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2

Joist
6
6
10
10
12
12
6
6
10
10
12
12
10
10
12
12
10
10
12
12
10
10
12
12
10
10
12
12
10
10
12
12
10
10
12
12
10
10
12
12

Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1

2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2

Characteristic Capacity (kN)

C16 & I-Joist


Header

LVL Header

C16 & I-Joist


Header

LVL Header

Long Term

Long Term

Download

Download

2.09
2.57
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
2.09
2.57
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13

2.44
2.97
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
2.44
2.97
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94

3.80
7.86
7.54
13.10
10.00
15.73
3.80
7.86
7.54
13.10
10.00
15.73
7.54
13.10
10.00
15.73
7.54
13.10
10.00
15.73
7.54
13.10
10.00
15.73
7.54
13.10
10.00
15.73
7.54
13.10
10.00
15.73
7.54
13.10
10.00
15.73
7.54
13.10
10.00
15.73

8.10
10.68
13.50
17.80
16.20
20.74
8.10
10.68
13.50
17.80
16.20
20.74
13.50
17.80
16.20
20.74
13.50
17.80
16.20
20.74
13.50
17.80
16.20
20.74
13.50
17.80
16.20
20.74
13.50
17.80
16.20
20.74
13.50
17.80
16.20
20.74
13.50
17.80
16.20
20.74

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Size(mm)

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Timber Hangers for Solid Joists

SDE Width Adjustable Face Fix Hanger


The SDE is a two piece, width adjustable face fix hanger.
The two separate components that make up the SDE system
can be adjusted to suit a range of joist widths between 60mm to
120mm. Each SDE is supplied as a pair.
Optional bolt holes (13mm diameter).
H

Material:

Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Installation:

Use all fasteners as specified in the table below. Check


that the header can accomodate the fasteners specified.
Each SDE piece must also be nailed through the holes
underneath the joist.

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SDE Specifications
Dimensions
Model
No.

Number of Fasteners

Safe
Working Load (kN) C24

Header

Joist

Download
Long Term

Uplift
Short Term

Download

Uplift

Characteristic Capacity (kN)

30

120

84

181

141

1.30

2.30

3.00

4.50

30

120

84

182

141

4.00

4.80

9.60

9.60

30

140

84

221

161

1.60

3.20

3.90

6.30

30

140

84

222

161

4.80

5.80

11.50

11.50

30

160

84

221

161

4.80

3.20

11.50

6.30

30

160

84

222

161

4.80

5.80

11.50

11.50

30

190

84

281

201

6.00

4.70

14.30

9.40

30

190

84

282

201

6.00

7.20

14.30

14.30

SDE300/30

SDE340/30

SDE380/30

SDE440/30

1. 3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Nail.


2. 4.0 x 100mm Smooth Shank Nail.

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Timber Hangers for Solid Joists

SAE/SAI Face Fix Hangers


SAE and SAI ranges are heavy-duty hangers designed for
applications requiring additional strength.

SAE
40

SAE hangers have bolt holes for 12mm fasteners into the face.
SAE Timber Bolted capacity to be determined according to the relevant
standards. Do not exceed the load values given in the Bolt Attachment
table.
SAI hangers are not recommended for bolted applications.
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:
Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Installation:

Use all specified fasteners. Verify that the header can take the required
fasteners specified in the table.
SAE 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 performance values.

SAI

Options:

Other widths of the SAE hangers are available to order.


For special SAE Hangers, the fastener specifications and performance
values may differ from the normal hanger specifications. See SAE Hanger
Specials Table for details.
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 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
Installation on a Post

Typical SAE(X) Sloped Down, Skewed


Right installation (no bolt holes)

B
W

Not suitable for bolted


applications.

Top View SAE(X) Hanger


Skewed Right (no bolt holes)

ACUTE
SIDE
SPECIFY SKEW
ANGLE

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Timber Hangers for Solid Joists


SAE and SAI Hangers
Model
Range

Joist
Width
(mm)
38

45

47 - 50

63

SAE

75 - 76

2 Ply 44

100
115
125
150

Safe Working Loads (kN)

Characteristic Capacities

Long Term Download

Download

Header

Joist

Short Term Uplift


(C16 Joists)

C16 Header

C24 Header

Uplift
(C16 Joist)

C16 Header

C24 Header

SAE380/38

38

171

84

22

12

5.09

8.44

8.99

10.19

20.25

21.57

SAE500/38

38

231

84

34

18

7.62

14.78

15.76

15.23

35.47

37.82

SAE620/38

38

291

75

40

22

9.30

19.56

20.87

18.60

46.94

50.08

SAE380/45

45

167.5

84

22

12

5.09

8.44

8.99

10.19

20.25

21.57

SAE500/46

46

227

84

34

18

7.62

14.78

15.76

15.23

35.47

37.82

SAE620/44

44

288

75

40

22

9.30

19.56

20.87

18.60

46.94

50.08

SAE250/50

50

100

84

12

2.97

5.29

5.63

5.93

12.69

13.51

SAE380/50

50

165

84

22

12

5.09

8.44

8.99

10.19

20.25

21.57

SAE500/50

50

225

84

34

18

7.62

14.78

15.76

15.23

35.47

37.82

SAE620/50

50

285

75

40

22

9.30

19.56

20.87

18.60

46.94

50.08

SAE380/64

64

158

84

22

12

5.09

8.44

8.99

10.19

20.25

21.57

SAE500/64

64

218

84

34

18

7.62

14.78

15.76

15.23

35.47

37.82

SAE620/64

64

278

75

40

22

9.30

19.56

20.87

18.60

46.94

50.08
21.57

SAE380/66

66

157

84

22

12

5.09

8.44

8.99

10.19

20.25

SAE500/66

66

217

84

34

18

7.62

14.78

15.76

15.23

35.47

37.82

SAE250/76

76

87

84

12

2.97

5.29

5.63

5.93

12.69

13.51
21.57

SAE380/76

76

152

84

22

12

5.09

8.44

8.99

10.19

20.25

SAE500/76

76

212

84

34

18

7.62

14.78

15.76

15.23

35.47

37.82

SAE620/76

76

272

75

40

22

9.30

19.56

20.87

18.60

46.94

50.08

SAE380/90

90

145

84

22

12

5.09

8.44

8.99

10.19

20.25

21.57

SAE380/92

92

144

84

22

12

5.09

8.44

8.99

10.19

20.25

21.57

SAE500/91

91

204.5

84

34

18

7.62

14.78

15.76

15.23

35.47

37.82

SAE620/91

91

264.5

75

40

22

9.30

19.56

20.87

18.60

46.94

50.08
21.57

SAE380/100

100

140

84

22

12

5.09

8.44

8.99

10.19

20.25

SAE500/100

100

200

84

34

18

7.62

14.78

15.76

15.23

35.47

37.82

SAE620/100

100

260

75

40

22

9.30

19.56

20.87

18.60

46.94

50.08
50.08

SAE620/116

116

252

75

40

22

9.30

19.56

20.87

18.60

46.94

SAE500/125

125

187.5

84

30

16

6.78

12.26

13.07

13.55

29.42

31.36

SAE620/125

125

247.5

75

40

22

9.30

19.56

20.87

18.60

46.94

50.08

SAEL500/150

150

175

84

30

16

6.78

12.26

13.07

13.55

29.42

31.36

SAE620/150

150

235

75

40

22

9.30

19.56

20.87

18.60

46.94

50.08
31.36

200

SAE590/200

200

195

78

30

20

8.46

12.26

13.07

16.92

29.42

201-300

SAE690X

201-300

195

78

30

20

8.46

12.26

13.07

16.92

29.42

31.36

SAI380/90

90

145

76

20

12

5.10

7.91

10.00

10.19

18.98

20.01

SAI500/91

91

204.5

76

32

18

7.62

11.40

14.00

15.23

27.37

28.00

SAI620/91

91

264.5

75

40

22

9.30

14.56

17.51

18.60

34.94

35.03

2 Ply 44

100

SAI

115
125
150

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Qty Fasteners
(3.75 X 30mm)

Dimensions

Model
No.

200

SAI380/100

100

140

76

20

12

5.10

7.91

10.00

10.19

18.98

20.01

SAI500/100

100

200

76

32

18

7.62

11.40

14.00

15.23

27.37

28.00

SAI620/100

100

260

75

40

22

9.30

14.56

17.51

18.60

34.94

35.03

SAI620/116

116

252

75

40

22

9.30

14.56

17.51

18.60

34.94

35.03

SAI500/125

125

187.5

84

32

16

6.78

11.40

14.00

13.55

27.37

28.00

SAI620/125

125

247.5

75

40

22

9.30

14.56

17.51

18.60

34.94

35.03

SAI500/150

150

175

84

32

16

6.78

11.40

14.00

13.55

27.37

28.00

SAI620/150

150

235

75

40

22

9.30

14.56

17.51

18.60

34.94

35.03

SAI590/200

200

195

78

30

20

8.46

10.73

13.24

16.92

25.75

26.47

SAE Hangers - Bolt Attachment

Model
No.

SAE380 - All
SAE500/38-100
SAE500/125-150
SAE620/38-100
SAE620/125-150

Safe
Working Load (kN)

Qty Fasteners
Timber Support

Masonry Support

Support4

Carried
Member5

Long
Term

Medium
Term

2.8 N/mm2

3.5 N/mm2

7 N/mm2

20 N/mm2

4 M12
6 M12
6 M12
8 M12
8 M12

12
18
18
22
22

6.95
10.10
7.99
13.03
10.86

7.94
11.54
9.13
14.89
12.41

1.80
3.60
3.60
3.60
3.60

2.20
4.40
4.40
4.40
4.40

4.00
8.00
8.00
8.00
8.00

4.00
16.00
16.00
16.00
16.00

1. Safe working loads apply to bolt attachment only.


2. Timber support safe working loads are based upon calculation from BS 5268 Part 2 with grade 4.6 12mm bolts into C16 timber and load testing performed at Simpson Strong-Tie testing facility. Timber support safe

working loads apply to a minimum support member thickness of 72mm. Safe working loads for smaller support members must be reduced in accordance with BS 5268 Part 2. Bolts are to be installed in accordance with
recommendations within BS 5268: Part 2.

3. Masonry support safe working loads are based upon calculation with Rawl R-KF2 and 12mm stud anchors. Select and install fixings according to manufacturers recommendations. Other manufacturers anchors can be
used. The designer is to check the alternate fixing suitability and reduce the safe working load where limited by the fixing. Contact Simpson Strong-Tie for bolt hole locations.

4. M12 Bolts.
5. 3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Nails

SAE(X) Made to Order Specials


Dimensions
Model
No.
W
SAE380X
SAE500X
SAE620X

38 - 100
38 - 150
38 - 150

H
140 - 175
175 - 235
235 - 290

Safe
Working Load (kN)

Qty Fasteners
(Use 3.75 x 30mm)
B
64
64
64

Header

Joist

14
18
28

6
8
10

Long Term
Download
5.40
7.00
10.80

1. These hangers are based upon Composite Wood style SAE hangers and contain round and triangular nail holes only. ie. No Bolt Holes.
2. SWLs are based upon a maximum nailing scheduleall round and triangular holes filled.
3. Skews right or left up to 67.5 and slopes up or down up to 45. For combined skew and sloped hangers the maximum SWL is 80% of the stated loads.
4. Enables hangers to be manufactured for any combination of widths and heights listed for a model number.
5. To order specify model number, width, height, skew and/or slope.eg SAE380/63 Skewed Right at 15 becomes SAE380X, W = 63, H = 159, SKR = 15 (for no skewed/sloped options please specify skew = 0 & slope = 0).

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Timber Hangers for Solid Joists

LUP Light Duty Hanger with Speed Prongs


LUP is a light duty joist hanger for supporting timber
joists from timber members.



LUP230
22

Precision formed and engineered for fast installation


and maximum loads.
Speed prongs are curved steel for extra strength.
One hit positions the hanger for header nailing.
Prongs into the joist eliminate the need for nails to
hold the joist into the hanger.

H
Typical LUP Installation

Material:
Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Installation:

38

Joist
Size
(mm)

Model
No.

38 x 100 to 150
44 x 100 to 150

Number of Fasteners
(Use 3.75 x 30mm)

Dimensions

Safe
Working Loads (kN)

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Support

Carried
Member

Long Term
Download

Download

LUP230/38

38

96

2 Prongs

2.90

4.08

LUP230/44

44

93

2 Prongs

2.90

4.08

47 x 100 to 150

LUP230/47

47

92

2 Prongs

2.90

4.08

50 x 100 to 150

LUP230/50

50

90

2 Prongs

3.00

4.08

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.


Tab on seat ensures easy and accurate placement with easy bend feature
when not required.
Fully tested on a range of solid headers.
See sacrificial joist detail catalogue page.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


B

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.

Model
No.

Safe Working Loads (kN)

Characteristic Capacity (kN)

C16

TR26

C16

C16

TR26

C16

Support

Carried
Member

Long Term
Download

Long Term
Download

Uplift
Short Term

Download

Download

Uplift Short
Term

MH40

40

55

56

2.50

2.80

1.80

3.90

5.00

3.60

MH46

46

52

56

2.50

2.80

1.80

3.90

5.00

3.60

56

2.50

2.80

1.80

3.90

5.00

3.60

MH50

50

50

1. 3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Nails.

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Number of
Fasteners(1)

Dimensions

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Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes.


Speed prongs provide instant location of the hanger onto
the carrying beam and secures the joist into the hanger.
If a speed prong is deflected and bent on a knot, simply
use a 3.75 x 30mm nail or equal through that slot.

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ET Skewed 45 Hanger
The ET is used for supporting skewed timber
joists from timber members.
This range is tested and standardised with a
45 skew angle left or right.

W2
A1

Material:
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.

H
W1
B

Number of
Fasteners
(4.0 x35)

Safe
Working
Load (kN)

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Supporting Member Supported Member

Download

Dimensions
Joist
Width
(mm)

Model
No.
W1

W2

Face

Side

Base

Long
Term
Download

A1

38

ET248

59

187

95

65

45

14

3.60

8.80

47

ET260

67

177

97

55

34

16

4.40

10.60

2 x 38

ET301

108

218

97

55

34

16

11

4.70

11.30

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1. 4.0x35 refers to CNA4,0x35 nails (available from Simpson Strong-Tie).


2. Use an LS skewable angle for extra stability if the joist heigh exceeds 195mm.

ET248 Installed
(shown as installed left to right.
Can also be skewed right to left.)

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Glulam:
Sustainable
Durable
Beautiful
With the Construction Industry becoming
ever more conscious of environmental issues,
companies are taking a fresh look at building
structures and carbon emissions. As a
more sustainable material than steel, Glulam
contributes to this goal.
Glulam timbers are being used where steel
beams and columns would have been employed
in buildings such as schools, supermarkets and
large commercial buildings.
Simpson Strong-Tie have designed a range of
connectors to help build Glulam structures safely
and economically, by standardising the products
and obtaining CE approval where possible.

Bespoke Connectors
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are occasions when standard products will
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heavy duty angle brackets.

The following section lists a range of conncealed


connectors. Many other products applicable to
thie Glulam construction process can be found
elsewhere in this cataloge, including:

PSB/PISB MAXI Post Bases

SAE/SAI Face Fix Hangers

SDE Adjustable Face Fix Hanger

HGUS Heavy Duty Face Fix Hanger

Chemical and Mechanical Anchor Systems

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Connectors for Glulam Timber

TU Concealed Beam Hanger


This galvanised steel, load rated hanger provides an aesthetically attractive
connection for exposed beams. Mild steel dowels and screws are included.

Material: Pre-Galvanised Mild Steel. Dowels: Mild Steel Electroplated Zinc coating.
Installation:

Dowels aligned across the grain may cause splitting if the wood shrinks excessively.
Use only in glulam, composite timber or well dried timber. Verify that the header can
take the required fasteners specified in the table.
Attach to the supporting beam with 5.0 x 40mm screws (supplied).
Specify dowel length and TU size to fit the application.
Preparation of carried beam is best done off-site with cutting and boring tools.
Holes in beam should be same diameter as dowel to ensure tight fit.
Centre the TU within height of carried beam.
Centre dowels within the width of the carried member
For a sloped installation the TU hanger remains as standard and the timber is cut and
angled to suit the slope.
Recommended for internal dry environments (service class 1 & 2) only.

OPTIONS: Contact Simpson Strong-Tie for details of special installation tools.






TU20 (other sizes similar)


U.S. Patent 5,062,733

The standard installation will leave a 5mm gap between carried and supporting beams.
Pocket installation gives a fully concealed connection.
Skewed installation up to 60. Sloped installation maximum 45.
Options: Skewed TU available. To be factory ordered.
Additional screws are available to order.

TU Item Codes and Performance Values


Model
No.

Min.
Joist
Height

Connector
Dimensions

Safe Working Loads (kN)

Characteristic Capacity (kN)

Dowel Embedment Length (mm)

Dowel Embedment Length (mm)

Fasteners

Header Screw
Qty

Type

Joist Dowels
Qty

60

80

100

120

60

80

100

120

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Standard Installation (Slope = 0 and Skew = 0)


TU12

120

40

96

101

5.0 X 40

2.6

3.6

4.3

7.8

8.4

9.1

9.5

TU16

160

60

134

108

18

5.0 X 40

12

3.4

4.8

6.1

7.5

19.0

19.4

20.1

21.1

TU20

200

60

174

108

22

5.0 X 40

12

5.5

7.7

9.8

12.0

27.5

28.0

29.0

30.4

TU24

240

60

214

108

26

5.0 X 40

12

8.0

11.1

14.2

17.4

36.1

36.7

38.0

39.7

TU28

280

60

254

108

30

5.0 X 40

12

10.7

14.9

19.2

21.5

44.7

45.4

47.0

48.9

TU12

120

40

96

101

5.0 X 40

2.5

2.5

2.5

6.7

7.3

8.0

8.4

TU16

160

60

134

108

18

5.0 X 40

12

3.4

4.8

6.1

6.1

15.6

16.0

16.7

17.5

TU20

200

60

174

108

22

5.0 X 40

12

5.5

7.7

9.8

9.8

23.5

24.0

25.0

26.3

TU24

240

60

214

108

26

5.0 X 40

12

8.0

11.1

13.3

13.3

31.9

32.6

34.0

35.8

TU28

280

60

254

108

30

5.0 X 40

12

10.7

14.9

16.3

16.3

40.7

41.6

43.4

45.6

Skewed Installation (Slope = 0 and Maximum Skew = 60)

Sloped Installation (Maximum Slope = 45 and Skew = 0)


TU12

160

40

96

101

5.0 X 40

2.3

3.1

3.9

7.8

8.4

9.1

9.5

TU16

190

60

134

108

18

5.0 X 40

12

3.0

4.1

5.3

5.3

18.1

18.5

19.0

19.6
28.5

TU20

225

60

174

108

22

5.0 X 40

12

4.8

6.7

8.5

8.5

26.3

26.9

27.6

TU24

260

60

214

108

26

5.0 X 40

12

6.9

9.6

12.3

12.3

34.8

25.6

36.4

37.6

TU28

295

60

254

108

30

5.0 X 40

12

9.3

12.9

16.6

16.6

43.3

44.2

45.3

46.7

TU12

160

40

96

101

5.0 X 40

2.3

2.5

2.5

6.5

6.9

7.3

7.9

TU16

190

60

134

108

18

5.0 X 40

12

3.0

4.1

5.3

5.3

16.3

16.6

17.0

17.5

Skewed and Sloped Installation (Maximum Slope = 45 and Maximum Skew = 60)

1.

TU20

225

60

174

108

22

5.0 X 40

12

4.8

6.7

8.5

8.5

24.3

24.8

25.4

26.1

TU24

260

60

214

108

26

5.0 X 40

12

6.9

9.6

12.3

12.3

32.9

33.6

34.4

35.5

TU28

295

60

254

108

30

5.0 X 40

12

9.3

12.9

16.3

16.3

42.0

42.9

43.9

45.3

5.0 x 40 refers to CSA 5,0 x 40 Connector Screw

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Beam-to-Post

Sloped
Beam-to-Beam

Skewed
Beam-to-Beam

Beam-to-Beam

Sloped
Beam-to-Beam

Skew Angle

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR A TU CONCEALED CONNECTOR:


ATTACH CONNECTOR TO HEADER

Position the connector at the pre determined height and screw the connector to the header or post.
Fill all holes with screws supplied.

PREPARE THE BEAM



Cut the beam to the length specified.


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).

DRILL BEAM DOWEL HOLES



Position drill guide to provide the proper dowel end distance & height. Clamp in place (Drill guide available from Simpson Strong-Tie).
Drill the dowel holes 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.

STANDARD INSTALLATION

POCKET (CONCEALED) INSTALLATION

TU12

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TU Supporting Timber Rotated About Axis


The TU connectors can be used to support timbers rotated about their axis - e.g. purlins.

Applied Load

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Minimum
Joist
Height
(mm)

Hanger
Model
No.

TU12

1.
2.
3.

Safe Working Loads (kN)

Characteristic Lateral Capacity (kN)

Dowel Embedment Length (mm)

Dowel Embedment Length (mm)

60

80

100

120

60

80

100

120

120

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.2

1.5

2.0

2.5

3.0

TU16

160

0.8

1.1

1.4

1.6

2.0

2.6

3.3

4.0

TU20

200

1.1

1.5

1.8

2.1

2.7

3.5

4.4

5.1

TU24

240

1.4

1.8

2.2

2.7

3.4

4.4

5.3

6.4

TU28

280

1.8

2.2

2.7

3.2

4.3

5.3

6.4

7.7

Values are based on C24 timber grade.


Lateral Loads can only be applied to connections with no slope or skew.
The following design check must be completed if combined loads are applied at the same time.

( ) ( )
F1,d
R1,d

F2,d
R2,d

( )
F3,d
R3,d

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W
W

CBH Concealed Beam Connector


The CBH hanger is a development of the TU range. It allows for concealed timber to timber connections
and can be face fixed or pocketed on to the header timber.
B

Material: Pre-Galvanised Steel


Order nails and dowels separately.
H

Slot Width 9mm

CBH150

CBH180

CBH220

B
H

H
B

BH

HB

BH
BH

B
B

Model
No.

Minimum
Joist
Height
(mm)

Connector
Dimensions

Characteristic Download Capacity (kN)

Fasteners
Dowel Embedment Length (mm)

Header Nails
Qty

Joist Dowels

Type

Qty

60

80

100

120

140

160

Standard Installation (Slope = 0)


CBH150/2,5

190

60

150

113.5

14

4.0 X 60

10

17.96

18.63

20.65

22.40

24.00

24.00

CBH180/2,5

220

60

180

113.5

16

4.0 X 60

10

24.98

26.45

29.54

32.07

32.63

32.63

CBH220/2,5

250

60

220

113.5

22

4.0 X 60

10

32.61

34.24

37.90

41.11

42.83

42.83

23.26

Slope = 15
CBH150/2,5

190

60

150

113.5

14

4.0 X 60

10

17.31

17.86

19.63

21.22

22.90

CBH180/2,5

220

60

180

113.5

16

4.0 X 60

10

23.97

25.22

28.03

30.47

31.76

31.76

CBH220/2,5

250

60

220

113.5

22

4.0 X 60

10

31.36

32.71

35.95

38.91

41.58

41.58

16.73

17.16

18.68

20.08

21.59

22.49

Slope = 30
CBH150/2,5

190

60

150

113.5

14

4.0 X 60

10

CBH180/2,5

220

60

180

113.5

16

4.0 X 60

10

23.08

24.12

26.58

28.82

30.81

30.81

CBH220/2,5

250

60

220

113.5

22

4.0 X 60

10

30.38

31.49

34.30

36.96

39.72

40.37

CBH150/2,5

190

60

150

113.5

14

4.0 X 60

10

16.35

16.71

18.03

19.28

20.64

21.91

CBH180/2,5

220

60

180

113.5

16

4.0 X 60

10

22.50

23.39

25.59

27.64

29.74

30.07

CBH220/2,5

250

60

220

113.5

22

4.0 X 60

10

29.84

30.80

33.32

35.73

38.28

39.52

Slope = 45

1.
2.

68

4.0 x 60 refers to CNA 4,0 x 60 Annular Ring Shank Nail.


Minimum carried member width 60mm.

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CBH Items Codes and Performance Values

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BTALU Concealed Beam Hanger


The BTALU concealed hanger is one solution to connecting timber members together
without seeing the connector.
It is designed to be fixed to the header timber and then fully inserted into a slot in the in-coming beam, and held in
place with dowels. Holes are drilled through the timber and fin of the BTALU, allowing accurate alignment. This method
provides an aesthectically pleasing connection for feature beams.

Material: Aluminium
BTALU Installation

Order nails and dowels separately.

6mm

BTALU Installed

BTALU Item Codes and Performance Values


Model
No.

Connector
Dimensions

Minimum
Joist
Height

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Characteristic Download Capacity (kN)

Fasteners

Header Nail
Qty

Type

Dowel Embedment Length (mm)


Joist Dowels
Qty

60

80

100

120

140

160

Standard Installation (Slope = 0 and Skew = 0)

BTALU90-B

142

62

86

103

16

4.0 x 60

10.30

11.30

12.4

13.20

13.20

13.20

BTALU120-B

172

62

116

103

24

4.0 x 60

12

18.10

18.70

19.80

21.20

22.70

24.30
39.30

BTALU160-B

212

62

156

103

32

4.0 x 60

12

29.80

30.70

23.30

34.40

36.80

BTALU200-B

252

62

196

103

40

4.0 x 60

12

42.70

43.80

46.00

48.90

52.20

55.60

BTALU240-B

292

62

236

103

48

4.0 x 60

12

56.00

57.30

60.20

63.90

68.20

72.60

BTALU90-B

142

62

86

103

16

4.0 x 60

10.30

11.30

12.40

13.20

13.20

13.20

BTALU120-B

172

62

116

103

24

4.0 x 60

12

17.50

18.00

18.90

20.10

21.40

22.90

Slope = 15

BTALU160-B

212

62

156

103

32

4.0 x 60

12

28.90

29.50

30.90

32.70

34.70

36.90

BTALU200-B

252

62

196

103

40

4.0 x 60

12

41.50

42.30

44.10

46.60

49.40

52.40

BTALU240-B

292

62

236

103

48

4.0 x 60

12

54.00

55.70

58.10

61.20

64.90

68.80

4
3
4

8
12
12

10.30
17.00
28.00

11.30
17.30
28.70

12.40
18.10
29.90

13.20
19.10
31.40

13.20
20.30
33.20

13.20
21.50
35.10

Slope = 30

BTALU90-B
BTALU120-B
BTALU160-B

142
172
212

62
62
62

86
116
156

103
103
103

16
24
32

4.0 x 60
4.0 x 60
4.0 x 60

BTALU200-B

252

62

196

103

40

4.0 x 60

12

40.30

41.50

43.10

45.20

47.60

50.30

BTALU240-B

292

62

236

103

48

4.0 x 60

12

53.40

55.20

57.20

60.00

63.20

66.60

Slope = 45

1.

BTALU90-B

142

62

86

103

16

4.0 x 60

10.30

11.30

12.40

13.20

13.20

13.20

BTALU120-B

172

62

116

103

24

4.0 x 60

12

16.50

17.00

17.60

18.50

19.50

20.70

BTALU160-B

212

62

156

103

32

4.0 x 60

12

27.50

28.40

29.40

30.80

32.40

34.10

BTALU200-B

252

62

196

103

40

4.0 x 60

12

40.30

41.50

42.90

44.80

47.00

49.40

BTALU240-B

292

62

236

103

48

4.0 x 60

12

54.10

55.50

57.50

60.00

63.00

66.10

4.0 x 60 refers to CNA 4,0 x 60 Annular Ring Shank Nail

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ATF Concealed Beam Hanger


The first part of the connector is fixed into a pocket on the header timber with nails and the second part is fitted on the
end of the in-coming beam with screws. No slots or dowel holes are necessary, speeding up production.

Material: Pre-Galvanised Steel


Order nails and screws separately.
5mm

5mm

ATF Item Codes and Performance Values


Model
No.

Minimum
Joist
Height

Connector
Dimensions
W

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Fasteners

Header Nails
Qty

Type

Joist Screws
Qty

Type

Download

Standard Installation (Slope = 0 and Skew = 0)

70

ATF55/110-B

140

55

110

4.0 X 60

11

9555000

5.5

ATF55/150-B

180

55

150

11

4.0 X 60

15

9555000

7.5

ATF55/190-B

220

55

190

14

4.0 X 60

21

9555000

10.5

ATF75/150-B

180

75

150

17

4.0 X 60

22

9555000

11.0

ATF75/190-B

220

75

190

21

4.0 X 60

28

9555000

14.0

1.

4.0 x 60 refers to CNA 4,0 x 60 Annular Ring Shank Nail

2.

9555000 refers to CSA 5,0 x 50-DE Connector Screw with a reduced head height

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ETB Concealed Beam Hanger


The ETB concealed connector comes in two parts. The first is pocketed in the header timber and fixed with nails, while
the second part is fitted to the end of the beam with screws.

Material: Joist Plate: 10mm Aluminium. Header Plate: 6mm Aluminium


Order nails and screws separately.

W
SIMPSO N
Strong-Tie

10 mm

SIMPSO N
Strong-Tie

Header

Joist

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ETB Item Codes and Performance Values


Model
No.

Minimum
Joist
Height

Connector
Dimensions
W

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Fasteners

Header Nails
Qty

Type

Joist Screws
Qty

Type

Download

Standard Installation (Slope = 0 and Skew = 0)

1.
2.

ETB90-B

115

60

92

4.0 x 60

5.0 x 80

13.0

ETB120-B

150

60

123

4.0 x 60

5.0 x 80

18.7

ETB160-B

185

60

168

11

4.0 x 60

5.0 x 80

24.2

ETB190-B

220

75

197

19

4.0 x 60

11

5.0 x 80

32.2

ETB230-B

255

75

232

19

4.0 x 60

14

5.0 x 80

40.0

4.0 x 60 refers to CNA 4,0 x 60 Annular Ring Shank Nails


5.0 x 80 refers to SCRB/95580 Screw

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

LIB Backer Free I-Joist Hanger


The LIB hanger is an innovative face fix hanger for connecting joists to I-Joist headers without
the need for backer blocks.





Bend over the bottom tabs to provide increased performance.


Backer free installation saves time and cost.
Only one nail type required (3.75x30mm square twist).
Can be used for sacrificial floor details (not reusable).
Available in sizes 40-100mm widths and 195-300mm heights.
Tested in accordance with ETAG015.

LIB Performance Values


Dimensions (mm)
Installation
Width

Height

Number of Fasteners
(Use 3.75 x 30mm)
Header

Joist

Safe Working Load


(kN)
LongTerm
Download

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Short Term
Uplift

Download

Uplift

I-Joist Headers with LVL Flanges Less Than 35mm Thick

LIB (H/W)

53 Min

220 Min

61 Max

300 Max

53 Min

220 Min

61 Max

300 Max

40 Min

195 Min

91 Max

300 Max

Standard

10

2.2

2.0

5.2

3.4

Enhanced

14

4.8

2.0

11.2

3.4

I-Joist Headers with LVL Flanges Equal to or Greater Than 35mm Thick

LIB (H/W)

40 Min

195 Min

9 Max

300 Max

Standard

10

3.2

2.0

7.4

3.4

Enhanced

14

4.8

2.0

11.2

3.4

I-Joist Headers with Solid Sawn Flanges Equal to or Greater Than 45mm Thick

LIB (H/W)

1.
2.

72

47 Min

195 Min

100 Max

300 Max

47 Min

195 Min

100 Max

300 Max

Standard Installation: no backer blocks.


Enhanced Installation: backer blocks fitted.

Standard

10

3.8

2.0

8.9

3.4

Enhanced

14

5.6

2.0

13.4

3.4

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists


LIB Hanger Sizes
Joist Size
Width

38

45

47

51

Height

Model
No.

LIB Hanger Sizes


Hanger Dimension (mm)
Width (W)

Height (H)

Joist Size
Width

Height

Model
No.

LIB Hanger Sizes


Hanger Dimension (mm)
Width (W)

Height (H)

Joist Size
Width

Height

Model
No.

Hanger Dimension (mm)


Width (W)

Height (H)

195

LIB195/40

190

195

LIB195/61

190

195

LIB195/91

190

200

LIB200/40

195

200

LIB200/61

195

200

LIB200/91

195

220

LIB220/40

220

LIB220/61

215

220

LIB220/91

225

LIB225/40

240

LIB240/61

225

LIB225/91

40

215
220

58-60

61

235

2 Ply 45

215
91

220

240

LIB240/40

235

245

LIB245/61

240

240

LIB240/91

300

LIB300/40

295

300

LIB300/61

295

245

LIB245/91

240

145

LIB145/47

140

195

LIB195/66

190

300

LIB300/91

295
190

235

195

LIB195/47

190

220

LIB220/66

215

195

LIB195/96

200

LIB200/47

195

225

LIB225/66

220

220

LIB220/96

220

LIB220/47

215

235

LIB235/66

235

LIB235/96

225

LIB225/47

220

240

LIB240/66

235

240

LIB240/96

240

LIB240/47

235

245

LIB245/66

240

245

LIB245/96

240

245

LIB245/47

240

300

LIB300/66

295

300

LIB300/96

295

200

LIB200/72

190

220

LIB220/72

240

LIB240/72

47

254

LIB254/47

249

300

LIB300/47

295

195

LIB195/50

190

63

70

66

72

230

2 Ply 47

215
96

230
235

195

195

LIB195/100

215

220

LIB220/100

215

235

235

LIB235/100

230

220

LIB220/50

215

300

LIB300/72

295

245

LIB245/100

235

LIB235/50

230

195

LIB195/75

190

254

LIB254/100

249

240

LIB240/50

235

220

LIB220/75

215

300

LIB300/100

295

235

LIB235/75

230

380

LIB380/100

375

245

LIB245/75

50

245

LIB245/50

240

254

LIB254/50

249

300

LIB300/50

295

254

LIB254/75

249

200

LIB200/53

195

300

LIB300/75

295

240

LIB240/53

300

LIB300/53

53

72

75

235

195

LIB195/78

190

200

LIB200/78

195

220

LIB220/78

225

LIB225/78

78

100

240

240

295
2 Ply 38

97

215
220

240

LIB240/78

235

300

LIB300/78

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Installation

Step 1: Position hanger onto I-Joist header, ensuring


seat is flush with bottom of header.

Step 3: Bend tabs over bottom chord of header and


secure with specified fastener.

Step 2: Install 8 face nails as specified, starting with the bottom face
nails. Ensure side flanges are vertical before nailing top face nails.

Step 4: Insert joist into hanger and secure with 4 joist nails.
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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

LITB Backer Free, Top Flange I-Joist Hanger


The LITB hanger is a new top fix hanger for connecting I-Joists to I-Joist headers without the
need for backer blocks.





Top flange helps reduce installation time.


Bend over the bottom tabs to provide increased performance.
Backer free installation saves time and cost.
Only one nail type required (3.75x30mm square twist).
Available in sizes 40-100mm widths and 195-300mm heights.
Tested in accordance with ETAG015.

Model
No.

Dimensions (mm)
Installation
Width

Height

53 Min

220 Min

61 Max

300 Max

Number of Fasteners
(Use 3.75 x 30mm)
Header

Joist

Safe Working Load


(kN)
Long Term
Download

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Short Term
Uplift

Download

Uplift

I-Joist Headers with LVL Flanges Less Than 35mm Thick

LITB (H/W)

53 Min

220 Min

61 Max

300 Max

Standard

12

3.2

2.0

7.6

3.4

Enhanced

16

6.8

2.0

16.1

3.4

I-Joist Headers with LVL Flanges Equal to or Greater Than 35mm Thick

LITB (H/W)

40 Min

195 Min

91 Max

300 Max

40 Min

195 Min

91 Max

300 Max

Standard

12

3.8

2.0

8.9

3.4

Enhanced

16

6.8

2.0

16.1

3.4

I-Joist Headers with Solid Sawn Flanges Equal to or Greater Than 45mm Thick

LITB (H/W)

1.
2.

74

47 Min

195 Min

100 Max

300 Max

47 Min

195 Min

100 Max

300 Max

Standard Installation: no backer blocks.


Enhanced Installation: backer blocks fitted.

Standard

12

4.3

2.0

10.1

3.4

Enhanced

16

7.3

2.0

17.2

3.4

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists


LITB Hanger Sizes
Joist Size (mm)
Width

38

45

47

51

Height

Model
No.

LITB Hanger Sizes


Hanger Dimension (mm)
Width (W)

Height (H)

Joist Size (mm)


Width

Height

Model
No.

LITB Hanger Sizes


Hanger Dimension (mm)
Width (W)

Height (H)

Joist Size (mm)


Width

Height

Model
No.

Hanger Dimension (mm)


Width (W)

Height (H)

195

LITB195/40

195

195

LITB195/61

195

195

LITB195/78

195

200

LITB200/40

200

200

LITB200/61

200

200

LITB200/78

200

220

LITB220/40

220

LITB220/61

220

LITB220/78

225

LITB225/40

240

LITB240/61

225

LITB225/78

240

LITB240/40

240

245

LITB245/61

245

240

LITB240/78

240

300

LITB300/40

300

300

LITB300/61

300

300

LITB300/78

300

40

220
225

58-60

61

220
240

2 Ply 38

78

220
225

145

LITB145/47

145

195

LITB195/66

195

195

LITB195/91

195

195

LITB195/47

195

220

LITB220/66

220

200

LITB200/91

200

200

LITB200/47

200

220

LITB220/91

220

LITB220/47

220

225

LITB225/91

225

LITB225/47

240

LITB240/47

47

225

220

225

LITB225/66

235

LITB235/66

225

240

LITB240/66

240

240

LITB240/91

240

240

245

LITB245/66

245

245

LITB245/91

245
300

63

66

235

2 Ply 45

91

225

245

LITB245/47

245

300

LITB300/66

300

300

LITB300/91

300

LITB300/47

300

200

LITB200/72

200

195

LITB195/96

195

195

LITB195/50

195

220

LITB220/72

220

220

LITB220/96

220

220

LITB220/50

220

240

LITB240/72

235

LITB235/96

235

LITB235/50

235

300

LITB300/72

300

240

LITB240/96

240

LITB240/50

240

195

LITB195/75

195

245

LITB245/96

245
300

50

220

LITB220/75

235

LITB235/75

200

245

240

300

245

LITB245/50

245

300

LITB300/50

300

200

LITB200/53

240

LITB240/53

300

LITB300/53

53

70

72

300

72

240

2 Ply 47

96

235
240

220

300

LITB300/96

235

195

LITB195/100

195

LITB245/75

245

220

LITB220/100

220

LITB300/75

300

235

LITB235/100

245

LITB245/100

245

300

LITB300/100

300

75

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Installation

Step 1: Position hanger onto I-Joist header, ensuring


seat is flush with bottom of header.

Step 3: Bend tabs over bottom chord of header and


secure with specified fastener.

Step 2: Install 8 face nails and 2 top nail as specified, starting with the
bottom face nails. Ensure side flanges are vertical before nailing top face
and top nails.

Step 4: Insert joist into hanger and secure with 4 joist nails.

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

ITB/HITB Backer Free, Top Flange I-Joist Hanger


ITB

The ITB/HITB hangers eliminates the requirement for backer blocks when
supported from an I-joist header.

OPEN TOP
FLANGE
TO EASE
INSTALLATION

The bottom flange location tabs and an open top flange provide enhanced
capacity and improved ease of installation.

Eliminates the need for backer blocks with an I-joist to I-joist


connection.
Bottom flange location tabs quickly set the hanger onto the I-joist
header.
Open top flange improves ease-of-installation.
Only one size of nail required - 3.75mm x 30mm Square Twist.
Optional nail holes for additional download and uplift capacity.

Material:
Pre-galvanised mild steel.

ITB Installation:

Standard Installation (I-joist headers without backer blocks), position


the ITB hanger onto the face of supporting I-joist, ensuring the
bottom flanges are tight up against the underside of the bottom
chord and fill all round and obround holes with the specified nails,
starting with the bottom face nails and ensuring the hanger sides are
vertical before fixing the top nails.
Sit the carried joist into the ITB Hanger and install the specified nails
through the angled pan nail holes into the joist.
Enhanced Installation (I-joist headers with backer blocks installed)
it is necessary to 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, starting with the bottom face nails and ensuring the hanger
sides are vertical before fixing the top 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 I-Joist manufacturers recommendations.

HITB Installation:


Designed for use with multiple headers.


Use 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails during this installation.
Ensure the supporting I-joists are connected together in accordance
with the manufacturers recommended connection methods, i.e.
MJC Connectors, or filler blocks.
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.
Fill all face round and obround holes with nails. Install nails into the
holes within the bottom flanges.
Flatten the hangers 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 joists.
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.
Web stiffeners required with HITB and HITB-LT.

TRIANGULAR
OPTIONAL
NAIL HOLES
FOR ADDITIONAL
UPLIFT

BOTTOM
FLANGES

50

PAN NAIL HOLES

Patent: GB2400384
HITB/-LT

Patent: GB2400384

Typical ITB
Installation

Typical HITB
Installation

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists


ITB for Timber I-Joists
Joist
Width
(mm)

38

45

47

51

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63

70

72

2ply 38

2ply 45
or
89-90

2ply 47

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Dimension (mm)
Model No.

Joist
Width
(mm)

Dimension (mm)
Model No.

Height (H)

Width (W)

Height (H)

Width (W)

ITB195/40

195

40

HITB-LT195/47

195

47

ITB200/40

200

40

HITB-LT200/47

200

47

ITB220/40

220

40

HITB-LT220/47

220

47

ITB240/40

240

40

HITB-LT235/47

235

47

ITB300/40

300

40

HITB-LT240/47

240

47

ITB145/47

145

47

HITB-LT245/47

245

47

45

ITB195/47

195

47

HITB-LT300/47

300

47

ITB200/47

200

47

HITB-LT195/50

195

50

ITB220/47

220

47

HITB-LT220/50

220

50

ITB240/47

240

47

HITB-LT235/50

235

50

ITB245/47

245

47

HITB-LT240/50

240

50

47

HITB for I-Joist/LVL Flange


Joist
Width
(mm)

38

45

51

Dimension (mm)
Model No.
Height (H)

Width (W)

HITB200/40

200

40

HITB220/40

220

40

HITB240/40

240

40

HITB300/40

300

40

HITB200/47

200

47

HITB220/47

220

47

HITB240/47

240

47

HITB300/47

300

47

HITB220/53

220

53

HITB240/53

240

53
53

ITB300/47

300

47

HITB-LT245/50

245

50

ITB195/50

195

50

HITB-LT300/50

300

50

HITB300/53

300

ITB220/50

220

50

HITB-LT195/61

195

61

HITB200/61

200

61

ITB235/50

235

50

HITB-LT200/61

200

61

HITB220/61

220

61

ITB240/50

240

50

ITB245/50

245

50

60

HITB-LT220/61

220

61

HITB-LT235/61

235

61

ITB300/50

300

50

HITB-LT240/61

240

61

ITB220/53

220

53

HITB-LT245/61

245

61

ITB240/53

240

53

HITB-LT300/61

300

61

ITB300/53

300

53

HITB-LT195/66

195

66

ITB195/61

195

61

ITB200/61

200

61

ITB220/61

220

61

63

HITB-LT220/66

220

66

HITB-LT235/66

235

66

HITB-LT245/66

245

66

ITB240/61

240

61

HITB-LT300/66

300

66

ITB245/61

245

61

HITB-LT220/72

220

72

ITB300/61

300

61

HITB-LT240/72

240

72

70

ITB195/66

195

66

HITB-LT300/72

300

72

ITB220/66

220

66

HITB-LT195/75

195

75

ITB225/66

225

66

HITB-LT220/75

220

75

58

63

2ply 38

89

HITB240/61

240

61

HITB300/61

300

61

HITB220/66

220

66

HITB225/66

225

66

HITB240/66

240

66

HITB300/66

300

66

HITB200/78

200

78

HITB220/78

220

78

HITB240/78

240

78

HITB300/78

300

78

HITB200/91

200

91

HITB220/91

220

91

HITB225/91

225

91

ITB235/66

235

66

HITB-LT235/75

235

75

ITB240/66

240

66

HITB-LT245/75

245

75

HITB240/91

240

91

ITB245/66

245

66

HITB-LT300/75

300

75

HITB300/91

300

91

ITB300/66

300

66

HITB-LT195/91

195

91

HITB225/128

225

128

ITB200/72

200

72

HITB-LT200/91

200

91

ITB220/72

220

72

ITB240/72

240

72

ITB300/72

300

72

ITB195/75

195

75

ITB220/75

220

75

HITB-LT300/91

ITB245/75

245

75

HITB-LT195/96

195

96

ITB300/75

300

75

HITB-LT220/96

220

96

HITB-LT235/96

235

96

HITB-LT240/96

240

96
96

72

89

HITB-LT220/91

220

91

HITB-LT235/91

235

91

HITB-LT240/91

240

91

HITB-LT245/91

245

91

300

91

ITB195/78

195

78

ITB200/78

200

78

ITB220/78

220

78

HITB-LT245/96

245

ITB240/78

240

78

HITB-LT300/96

300

96

ITB300/78

300

78

HITB-LT195/100

195

100

2ply 47

HITB-LT220/100

220

100

HITB-LT235/100

235

100

ITB195/91

195

91

ITB200/91

200

91

ITB220/91

220

91

HITB-LT245/100

245

100

ITB225/91

225

91

HITB-LT300/100

300

100

97

ITB240/91

240

91

HITB-LT195/128

195

128

ITB245/91

245

91

HITB-LT220/128

220

128

ITB300/91

300

91

HITB-LT235/128

235

128

ITB195/96

195

96

HITB-LT245/128

245

128

ITB220/96

220

96

HITB-LT300/128

300

128

ITB235/96

235

96

ITB240/96

240

96
96

ITB245/96

245

ITB300/96

300

96

ITB195/100

195

100

ITB220/100

220

100

ITB245/100

245

100

ITB300/100

300

100

2 Ply 63

2 Ply 63

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ITB Performance Values
Model
No.

Dimensions (mm)
Installation
Height

Width

240 Min

53 Min

300 Max

61 Max

Number of Fasteners
(Use 3.75 x 30mm)
Header

Joist

Safe Working Load


(kN)(kN)
LongTerm
Download

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Short Term
Uplift

Download

Uplift

I-Joist Headers with LVL Flanges Less Than 35mm Thick

ITB (H/W)

240 Min

53 Min

300 Max

61 Max

195 Min

40 Min

300 Max

91 Max

Standard

12

4.60

1.00

10.83

1.06

Enhanced

18

7.38

4.71

17.44

9.33

I-Joist Headers with LVL Flanges Equal to or Greater Than 35mm Thick

ITB (H/W)

195 Min

40 Min

300 Max

91 Max

Standard

12

4.63

1.00

9.15

1.20

Enhanced

18

8.35

3.81

19.45

7.61

I-Joist Headers with C24 Solid Sawn Flanges Equal to or Greater Than 38mm Thick

ITB (H/W)

195 Min

47 Min

300 Max

100 Max

195 Min

47 Min

300 Max

100 Max

Standard

12

4.84

1.00

10.93

1.14

Enhanced

18

7.61

4.04

17.92

7.96

HITB Performance Values


Model
No.

Dimensions (mm)
Installation
Height

Width

240 Min

53 Min

300 Max

61 Max

200 Min

53 Min

300 Max

91 Max

Number of Fasteners
(Use 3.75 x 30mm)
Header

Joist

Safe Working Load


(kN)
LongTerm
Download

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Short Term
Uplift

Download

Uplift

4.80

15.60

11.43

3.60

17.50

11.43

19.10

11.07

I-Joist Headers with LVL Flanges Less Than 35mm Thick


HITB (H/W)

Standard

22

6.50

I-Joist Headers with LVL Flanges Equal to or Greater Than 35mm Thick
HITB (H/W)

Standard

22

8.00

I-Joist Headers with C24 Solid Sawn Flanges Equal to or Greater Than 38mm Thick
47 Min

300 Max

128 Max

Standard

22

8.10

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HITB-LT (H/W)

195 Min

Typical ITB
Installation

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

ITBS
Backer Free I-Joist Hanger with Adjustable Skew
The revolutionary ITBS reduces build cost, confusion, speed of
installation and stock holding.

ITBS

The ITBS solves the problem of skew hangers in timber to timber


connections. It can be handed left or right on site by the carpenter,
removing confusion when the floor is built opposite to the drawing. The
ITBS is also fully adjustable from 5 to 67.5 skew, reducing the need
for special skew hangers. Finally, the ITBS is a Backer Free hanger
removing the need for Backer Blocks in standard installation. Overall, the
revolutionary ITBS reduces build cost, confusion, speed of installation
and stock holding.






Standard 45 skew, with site adjustable skew from 5 to 67.5.


Non-handed hanger, can be left or right skew - adjusted on site,
removing any handing confusion and reducing stock holding.
Eliminates the need for backer blocks when supported from an
I-joist header.
Open top flange improves ease-of-installation.
Only one size of nail required - 3.75 x 30mm.
Can be used on I-joist or Solid Joist headers.
Optional nail holes for additional download.

MATERIAL: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

ITBS Skewable Hanger Sizes


Joist
Width
(mm)

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38

45

47

51

58-60

Model
No.

ITBS Skewable Hanger Sizes

Hanger Dimension (mm)


Height (H)

Width (W)

Joist
Width
(mm)

Model
No.

Hanger Dimension (mm)


Height (H)

Width (W)

ITBS220/66

220

66

ITBS240/66

240

66
66

ITBS195/40

195

40

ITBS200/40

200

40

ITBS220/40

220

40

ITBS301/66

301

ITBS240/40

240

40

ITBS200/72

200

72

ITBS301/40

301

40

ITBS220/72

220

72

ITBS195/47

195

47

ITBS240/72

240

72

ITBS200/47

200

47

ITBS301/72

301

72

ITBS220/47

220

47

ITBS195/75

195

75

ITBS240/47

240

47

ITBS220/75

220

75

ITBS245/47

245

47

ITBS301/47

301

47

63

70

72

ITBS245/75

245

75

ITBS301/75

301

75
78

ITBS195/50

195

50

ITBS195/78

195

ITBS220/50

220

50

ITBS200/78

200

78

ITBS235/50

235

50

ITBS220/78

220

78

2 Ply 38

ITBS240/50

240

50

ITBS240/78

240

78

ITBS245/50

245

50

ITBS301/78

301

78

ITBS301/50

301

50

ITBS195/91

195

91

ITBS200/53

200

53

ITBS200/91

200

91

ITBS220/53

220

53

ITBS220/91

220

91
91

2 Ply 45
or
89-90

ITBS240/53

240

53

ITBS240/91

240

ITBS301/53

301

53

ITBS245/91

245

91

ITBS195/61

195

61

ITBS301/91

301

91

ITBS200/61

200

61

ITBS220/96

220

96

ITBS220/61

220

61

ITBS240/96

240

96

ITBS240/61

240

61

ITBS301/96

301

96

ITBS245/61

245

61

ITBS195/100

195

100

ITBS301/61

301

61

ITBS220/100

220

100

ITBS245/100

245

100

ITBS301/100

301

100

2 Ply 47

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Standard Installation Sequence
Step 2:
Secure the acute
side of the backplate
(inside angle) with the
specified nails.

Step 3:
Adjust the angle of the
backplate (if different
from 45) to suit the
required angle. Use either
adjustable set square or
the guide tables shown
below: Bend one time
only.

Step 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).

Step 6:
Locate the floor joist into
the 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.

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 stirrup
and click into position.

Angle Guide
50mm Back Plate

80

Step 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.

100mm Back Plate

Skew Angle
(A)

Distance
(mm) (B)

Skew Angle
(A)

Distance
(mm) B)

5o
15o
22.5o
30o
37.5o
45o
52.5o
60o
67.5o

106
104
100
95
87
79
69
58
46

5o
15o
22.5o
30o
37.5o
45o
52.5o
60o
67.5o

206
200
190
180
166
149
130
109
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Step 1:
Position the back plate
onto the header in the
required position. Ensure
backer blocks are fitted if
enhanced performance is
required.

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists


ITBS Performance Values
Model
No.

Dimensions (mm)
Installation
Height

Width

240 Min

53 Min

301Max

61 Max

Number of Fasteners
(Use 3.75 x 30mm)
Header

Joist

Safe Working Load


(kN)
LongTerm
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Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Short Term
Uplift

Down

Uplift

I-Joist Headers with LVL Flanges Less Than 35mm Thick

ITBS (H/W)

240 Min

53 Min

301 Max

61 Max

195 Min

40 Min

302 Max

91 Max

Standard

12

3.10

0.70

7.50

1.48

Enhanced

22

5.50

0.70

13.49

1.48

I-Joist Headers with LVL Flanges Equal to or Greater Than 35mm Thick

ITBS (H/W)

195 Min

40 Min

302 Max

91 Max

Standard

12

3.70

0.70

10.22

1.48

Enhanced

22

5.50

0.70

14.97

1.48

I-Joist Headers with C24 Solid Sawn Flanges Equal to or Greater Than 38mm Thick

ITBS (H/W)

1.

195 Min

47 Min

301 Max

100 Max

195 Min

47 Min

301 Max

100 Max

12

2.10

0.70

7.41

1.48

Enhanced

22

6.30

0.70

12.76

1.48

Uplift capacity governed by hanger locking hook capacity, not joist nail capacity.

Standard ITBS Installation

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Standard

Enhanced ITBS Installation

Backer block
installed in
accordance
with the I-Joist
manufacturers
requirements.

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

IHS I-Joist Hole Support


The IHS is designed to strengthen I-joists when holes are required to be cut in
locations not normally permitted.

Allows holes to be cut 50mm from


bearing point, which allows services to
run close to external walls.
Variable hole sizes from 150mm to a
maximum width of 250mm.
Supplied in two plates (per side of joist)
which allows the IHS to be fitted, even
when services are already in-situ.
Helps to eliminate expensive and time
consuming joist trimminng for SVP (soil
vent pipe) runs.
Built-in noggin support feature.

IHS INSTALLATION:

Each IHS consists of 2 sets of 2 interlocking plates with one set required for each side of the I-joist.
The outer edge of the holes cut into the web of the I-joist can be a minimum of 50mm from the inner face of the
blockwork.
Holes can be cut into the web of the I-joist before or after installation of the IHS.
Holes must fit within the internal aperture of the IHS.
Place the IHS onto the I-joist so that the top and bottom sliding flanges are aligned vertically central onto the top
and bottom chords of the I-joist.
Open or close the IHS to the required width, ensuring that the two sections overlap by at least one row of nails
(minimum overlap of 45mm).
Install 3.75x30mm square twist nails through all round holes into the top and bottom chords of the I-joist.
Repeat the above steps to install plates on the other side of the I-joist, completing the installation.

Overlapping
plate installed.

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50mm from
the face of the
bearing to the
hole edge.

Overlapping plates on both


sides of the joist installed.

Fasteners (1)(2)
Joist Height
(mm)

Item Code

195 to 200

IHS195

220 to 225

IHS220

235

IHS235

240 to 245

IHS240

300 to 302

IHS300

Bracket Opening Size


150mm

250mm

24

32

1. 3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Nails.


2. Total number of fasteners per hole in joist.

Hole cut into the joist


(round or rectangular)

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IHS Item Codes and Permormance Characteristics : Boise I-Joists
Shear Capacity at Location of IHS (kN)

Joist Type

BCI60

BCI90

BCI4500

BCI6000

Joist Height
(mm)

IHS Item Code

Maximum Allowable
Hole Size with IHS
(d x w in mm)

Permissible
(intermediate floor joist
applications)

Characteristic

V hole (IHS installed)

V k,hole (IHS installed)

Single Ply

Double Ply

Single Ply

Double Ply

220

IHS220

130 x 250

2.32

3.38

6.25

9.10

241

IHS240

150 x 250

2.51

3.65

6.76

9.83

302

IHS300

200 x 250

3.06

4.45

8.24

11.98

220

IHS220

130 x 250

2.32

3.38

6.25

9.10

241

IHS240

150 x 250

2.51

3.65

6.76

9.83

302

IHS300

200 x 250

3.06

4.45

8.24

11.98

220

IHS220

130 x 250

1.40

2.04

4.40

5.51

241

IHS240

150 x 250

1.77

2.22

4.78

5.97

302

IHS300

200 x 250

2.17

2.71

5.85

7.31

220

IHS220

130 x 250

1.64

2.04

4.40

5.51

241

IHS240

150 x 250

1.77

2.22

4.78

5.97

302

IHS300

200 x 250

2.17

2.71

5.85

7.31

IHS Item Codes and Permormance Characteristics : James Jones I-Joists


Shear Capacity at Location of IHS (kN)

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Joist Type

JJI-Joist A+
(47mm)

JJI-Joist B+
(63mm)

JJI-Joist C
(72mm)

JJI-Joist D
(97mm)

Joist Height
(mm)

IHS Item Code

Maximum Allowable
Hole Size with IHS
(d x w in mm)

Permissible
(intermediate floor joist
applications)

Characteristic

V hole (IHS installed)

V k,hole (IHS installed)

Single Ply

Double Ply

Single Ply

Double Ply

195

IHS195

100 x 250

2.62

3.49

3.38

8.51

220

IHS220

120 x 250

2.76

3.72

6.80

9.06

235

IHS235

140 x 250

2.90

3.86

7.06

9.42

245

IHS240

150 x 250

2.97

3.96

7.25

9.66

300

IHS300

200 x 250

3.41

4.55

8.32

11.09

195

IHS195

100 x 250

2.91

3.88

7.09

9.46

220

IHS220

120 x 250

3.07

4.10

7.49

9.98

235

IHS235

140 x 250

3.18

4.23

7.74

10.32

245

IHS240

150 x 250

3.25

4.33

7.91

10.55

300

IHS300

200 x 250

3.67

4.89

8.95

11.93

195

IHS195

100 x 250

3.06

4.08

7.46

9.95

220

IHS220

120 x 250

3.22

4.30

7.85

10.47

235

IHS235

140 x 250

3.33

4.43

8.11

10.81

245

IHS240

150 x 250

3.40

4.53

8.28

11.04

300

IHS300

200 x 250

3.81

5.08

9.29

12.39

195

IHS195

100 x 250

3.46

4.61

8.44

11.25

220

IHS220

120 x 250

3.62

4.83

8.83

11.77

235

IHS235

140 x 250

3.72

4.96

9.07

12.10

245

IHS240

150 x 250

3.79

5.05

9.24

12.32

300

IHS300

200 x 250

4.20

5.60

10.24

13.66

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IHS Item Codes and Performance Values: MetsaWood, FinnJoist I-Joists
Shear Capacity at Location of IHS (kN)

Joist Type

38

45

58

70

89

Joist Height
(mm)

IHS Item Code

Maximum Allowable
Hole Size with IHS
(d x w in mm)

Permissible
(intermediate floor joist
applications)

Characteristic

V hole (IHS installed)

V k,hole (IHS installed)

Single Ply

Double Ply

Single Ply

Double Ply
6.08

200

IHS195

100 x 250

2.17

2.53

5.21

220

IHS220

125 x 250

2.53

2.95

6.06

7.07

240

IHS240

145 x 250

2.83

3.30

6.78

7.91

300

IHS300

200 x 250

3.41

3.98

8.18

9.54

200

IHS195

100 x 250

2.25

2.63

5.41

6.31

220

IHS220

125 x 250

262

3.05

6.28

7.33

240

IHS240

145 x 250

2.93

3.41

7.02

8.19

300

IHS300

200 x 250

3.53

4.12

8.48

9.89

200

IHS195

100 x 250

2.40

2.80

5.75

6.71

220

IHS220

125 x 250

2.79

3.25

6.69

7.81

240

IHS240

145 x 250

3.12

3.64

7.48

8.73

300

IHS300

200 x 250

3.76

4.39

9.09

10.54

200

IHS195

100 x 250

2.48

2.89

5.95

6.94

220

IHS220

125 x 250

2.88

3.36

6.91

8.06

240

IHS240

145 x 250

3.22

3.76

7.73

9.02

300

IHS300

200 x 250

3.89

4.53

9.32

10.88

200

IHS195

100 x 250

2.48

2.89

5.95

6.94

220

IHS220

125 x 250

2.88

3.36

6.91

8.06

240

IHS240

145 x 250

3.22

3.76

7.73

9.02

300

IHS300

200 x 250

3.89

4.53

9.32

10.88

IHS Item Codes and Performance Values: Steico I-Joists

Joist Type

Joist Height
(mm)

IHS Item Code

Maximum Allowable
Hole Size with IHS
(d x w in mm)

Permissible
(intermediate floor joist
applications)

Characteristic

V hole (IHS installed)

V k,hole (IHS installed)

Single Ply
SJL 45

SJL 60

SJL 90

Double Ply

Single Ply

Double Ply
8.30

220

IHS220

130 x 250

1.50

2.11

5.93

240

IHS240

150 x 250

1.62

2.27

6.38

8.93

300

IHS300

200 x 250

1.95

2.73

7.68

10.75

220

IHS220

130 x 250

1.49

2.09

5.88

8.23

240

IHS240

150 x 250

1.60

2.25

6.32

8.85

300

IHS300

200 x 250

1.93

2.70

7.59

10.62

220

IHS220

130 x 250

1.48

2.07

5.83

8.16

240

IHS240

150 x 250

1.59

2.22

6.26

8.76

300

IHS300

200 x 250

1.90

2.66

7.49

10.48

IHS Item Codes and Performance Values: LP Building Products I-Joist


Shear Capacity at Location of IHS (kN)

Joist Type

LPI 20Plus

84

Joist Height
(mm)

225

IHS Item Code

IHS220

Maximum Allowable
Hole Size with IHS
(d x w in mm)

130 x 250

Permissible
(intermediate floor joist
applications)

Characteristic

V hole (IHS installed)

V k,hole (IHS installed)

Single Ply

Double Ply

Single Ply

Double Ply

3.46

4.75

9.63

13.24

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

MJC Multiple Joist Connector


The multi joist connector (MJC) allows two I-joists or two metal web joists to be fixed together to act
as a single unit, transferring the incoming load from the loaded ply to the unloaded ply. The MJC is
an improved solution to the traditional filler block detail, which historically has been time consuming
to fit and difficult to check if fitted or if fitted correctly. Its simple and effective design allows one
size of product to be used on any joist size regardless of height or width.




Quick and simple to install.


Safely joins multiple joists together, allowing them to act as a single unit.
Easy to see that MJCs are installed (where as filler blocks are not visible).
One size product fits all joist height and width combinations.
Just one nail size required: 3.75 x 30mm square twist.

Maximum Incoming Concentrated Load (1)


Safe Working Load (kN)
Number of
MJCs (2)
4
8

Characteristic Load (kN)

LVL
Flanges

45mm Solid
Sawn Flanges

Metal
Web

LVL
Flanges

45mm Solid
Sawn Flanges

Metal
Web

6.84
10.26

3.79
5.69

3.80
5.70

16.46
24.69

9.10
13.65

9.12
13.68

4.55
6.86

4.56
6.84

Maximum Incoming Regular Load (3)


2
4
1.
2.
3.
4.

3.42
5.13

1.90
2.84

1.90
2.85

8.23
12.35

Maximum Incoming Concentrated Load refers to the maximum concentrated load that can be applied when the MJCs are installed either side of the incoming load.
Number of MJCs equally spaced about the incoming load.
Maximum Incoming Regular Load refers to the maximum load that can be applied at regular intervals along the supporting timber.
Number of MJCs between each incoming load.

MJC Installation with Timber I-Joist

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Step 1:
Position the MJCs onto the 1st joist - ensuring that
they are centred about the incoming load at 400
c/c (may be adjusted within 10mm each way).

400mm

Please note that the connectors can be installed in


any orientation. Secure each MJC with 4no.
3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Nails, to the top and
bottom joist flanges as shown.

Step 2:
Position 2nd joist ensuring ends are
flush and joists are parallel. Secure the
joist using 2no. 3.75 x 30mm Square
Twist Nails per MJC into the top and
bottom joist flanges as shown.

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

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-joists to be
used as noggings.
Triangular nail hole for use with 50mm wide
headers, also it ensures that nails can be
staggered when ZS clips are interlocked.
Embossed bottom flange provides greatly
enhanced resistance to bending.
Obround nail holes in the bottom flange
ensure easier angled nailing.

Material:

TF

Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Patent: GB2394757

Installation:


Use all specified fasteners.


Nail to underside of the noggin.
Place top flange onto header beam and nail
in place.

ZS Item Codes and Performance Values

ZS30N

30

54

ZS35N

35

49

38

46

ZS45N

45

39

ZS47N

47

37

ZS38N

52

TF

31

Qty.
Fasteners(2)

Safe Working Loads (kN)

C24

I-Joist

C24

I-Joist

1.80

1.90

3.60

3.80

1. Loads given are per noggin - not per Z-Clip.


2. 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails.

Typical I-joist Installation


ZS Clips interlock allowing back-to-back installation on any I-joist header width. Triangular holes
prevent header nails from lining up.

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Dimensions (mm)
Item Code

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Top Fix I-Joist Hanger Guidance


Top Fix Hangers - Loads.
The tables below represent the available model series SWLs and characteristic capacities 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.
Typical MIT/
ITSE Installation
on Timber
Nailer mounted
onto Steel
Beam

Typical ITSE
Installation

Typical GLTV
Installation

38mm Minimum

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Solid Headers
This table shows the maximum allowable loads for the range of top flange hangers on solid headers.
Performance values are based upon the model series and do not vary on hanger width or height.
Fasteners

Web
Stiffener
Required

Model
Series

Safe Working Loads (kN)

Solid Header
Top
2

ITSE

No

MIT

No

B/BI

No

LBV

No

HB

Yes

16

GLTV

Yes

LVL

Uplift

5.78

6.38

6.45

1.80

8.91

1.07

7.41

8.90

9.40

11.79

2.38

11.60

1.38

6.67

9.90

8.54

8.16

3.12

24.69

1.07

9.05

10.5

9.05

11.41

1.51

17.85

6.94

16.97

13.09

40.65

4.92

18.95

32.92

25.58

33.36

16
6

LSL

5.34

PSL

1.07

C16

Joist

Face

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Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Short
Term
Uplift

Header Types

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I-Joist Headers
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This table shows the maximum allowable loads for the ITSE, MIT, LBV and WPU hangers used on I-joists as headers.
Model
Series

Backer I-Joist
Web
Stiffener Blocks Header
Required Required Width

Fasteners
Solid Header
Top

No

Yes

38mm

MIT

No

Yes

58mm

LBV

No

Yes

76mm

HB

Yes

Yes

89mm

C24

LVL 38

LVL28

Uplift

1.07

3.36

4.67

3.50

1.80

8.52

1.07

3.94

5.47

4.10

2.38

10.70

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Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Short
Term
Uplift

Joist

Face

ITSE

Safe Working Loads (kN)

10

Header Types

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1.07

3.94

5.47

4.10

2.08

13.30

4.97

12.91

13.56

8.76

30.23

Timber Nailers
This table shows the maximum allowable loads for hangers used on timber nailers.
The header nail must be substituted for those listed in other tables. Nailers are timber members attached to the
top of a steel I-beam, concrete or masonry wall. This table also applies to LBV and WPU sloped-seat hangers.
Model
Series

ITSE
MIT
LBV
HB

Web
Stiffener
Required

No
No
No
Yes

Nailer
Depth
(mm)

Fasteners
Solid Header
Top

Face

38-50

75-100

38-50

75-100

75-100

38-50

75-100

C16

PSL

Uplift

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4.67

4.67

5.47

1.80

6.60

5.34

5.34

1.80

8.81

5.47

5.47

7.14

2.38

8.50

5.58

6.98

2.38

10.75

5.47

5.47

1.34

10.20

12

10

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Header Types

Joist

38-50

Safe Work Loads (kN)

LSL

9.05

9.05

1.34

16.17

8.41

3.50

20.20

14.64

8.76

35.14

10

1. 3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Nails


2. 3.75 x 75mm Round Wire Nails
3. 4.0mm x 100mm Round Wire Nails

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ITSE/MIT Top Flange I-Joist Hanger


The ITSE and MIT are top fix hangers for supporting I-joists from timber members.

ITSE

The ITSE hanger incorporates the Strong Grip which secures the I-Joist without
the need for any fasteners - where no uplift is required.

Value-engineered for maximum performance. The offset seat feature allows


better joist 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.
Reduced embossing on the ITSEs top flange, and the hanger height sized
less than the joist height allows easier fitting for smooth floor alignment.
Patented Positive Angle Nailing (PAN): This feature is specifically designed for
I-joists when used with the MIT.
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 the flanges while permitting time-saving nailing from a
better angle.
These models will normally accommodate a skew of up to 5.

H 129-150
Patent
EP1212493

W
MIT

Material:

63

Pre-galvanised mild steel.

59

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.

Use specified fastener installed as shown


where uplift is required.
ITSE incorporates the Strong Grip that
secures the I-Joist without the need for any
fasteners where no uplift
performance is required.

ITSE Shot Fired to a Steel Header


Qty Fasteners
Model No.
40mm to 100mm
1.
2.
3.

88

Steel Support

Joist Nails

4: shot-fired pins

2: 3.75 x 30mm

Safe Working
Load (kN)
5.27

The ITSE hanger can be shot-fired to steel. Contact Simpson for details.
The shot-fired pins must be installed by a qualified person in accordance with the manufacturers installation requirements.
Pins must be installed in the round holes provided in the top flange of the ITSE.

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Typical MIT/ITSE Installation


on Timber Nailer mounted
onto Steel Beam

Typical ITSE
Installation

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ITSE - Top Flange Hanger Item Codes
Joist Size
Width
(mm)

38

45

47

51

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58/59

60

63

70

Height
(mm)

ITSE - Top Flange Hanger Item Codes

Dimension (mm)
Model No.
Height (H)

Width (W)

Joist Size
Width
(mm)

Height
(mm)

Dimension (mm)
Model No.
Height (H)

Width (W)

200

ITSE199/41

199

41

195

ITSE194/75

194

75

220

ITSE219/41

219

41

220

ITSE219/75

219

75

235

ITSE234/75

234

75

245

ITSE244/75

244

75
75

240

ITSE239/41

239

41

300

ITSE299/41

299

41

200

ITSE199/48

199

48

300

ITSE299/75

299

220

ITSE219/48

219

48

350

ITSE349/75

349

75

240

ITSE239/48

239

48

400

ITSE399/75

399

75

300

ITSE299/48

299

48

200

ITSE199/92

199

92

350

ITSE349/48

349

48

220

ITSE219/92

219

92

356

ITSE355/48

355

48

225

ITSE224/92

224

92

72

360

ITSE359/48

359

48

240

ITSE239/92

239

92

400

ITSE399/48

399

48

255

ITSE254/92

254

92

145

ITSE144/50

144

50

300

ITSE299/92

299

92

195

ITSE194/50

194

50

350

ITSE349/92

349

92

200

ITSE199/50

199

50

356

ITSE355/92

355

92

89

220

ITSE219/50

219

50

360

ITSE359/92

359

92

235

ITSE234/50

234

50

400

ITSE399/92

399

92

240

ITSE239/50

239

50

406

ITSE405/92

405

92

245

ITSE244/50

244

50

195

ITSE194/96

194

96

300

ITSE299/50

299

50

96

350

ITSE349/50

349

50

400

ITSE399/50

399

220

ITSE219/96

219

235

ITSE234/96

234

96

50

245

ITSE244/96

244

96

2 Ply 47

220

ITSE219/54

219

54

300

ITSE299/96

299

96

240

ITSE239/54

239

54

220

ITSE219/100

219

100

300

ITSE299/54

299

54

235

ITSE234/100

234

100

356

ITSE355/54

355

54

245

ITSE244/100

244

100

200

ITSE199/61

199

61

300

ITSE299/100

299

100

97

220

ITSE219/61

219

61

350

ITSE349/100

349

100

240

ITSE239/61

239

61

400

ITSE399/100

399

100

300

ITSE299/61

299

61

356

ITSE355/61

355

61

360

ITSE359/61

359

61

400

ITSE399/61

399

61

406

ITSE405/61

405

61

200

ITSE199/63

199

63

220

ITSE219/63

219

63

240

ITSE239/63

239

63

300

ITSE299/63

299

63

360

ITSE359/63

359

63

400

ITSE399/63

399

63

195

ITSE194/66

194

66

220

ITSE219/66

219

66

MIT - Top Flange Hanger Item Codes


Joist Size
Width
(mm)
45
58
2 Ply 38

Height (H)

Width (W)

241

MIT9.5

241

46

302

MIT11.88

302

46

356

MIT3514

355

60

241

MIT29.5-2

241

79

302

MIT211.88-2

302

79

241

MIT49.5

241

90
90

225

ITSE224/66

224

66

302

MIT411.88

302

235

ITSE234/66

234

66

356

MIT414

355

90

240

ITSE239/66

239

66

241

MIT359.5-2

241

116

302

MIT3511.88-2

302

120

356

MIT3514-2

355

120

241

MIT39.5-2

241

127

245

ITSE244/66

244

66

300

ITSE299/66

299

66

356

ITSE355/66

355

66

406

ITSE405/66

405

66

200

ITSE199/73

199

73

220

ITSE219/73

219

73

240

ITSE239/73

239

73

300

ITSE299/73

299

73

350

ITSE349/73

349

73

400

ITSE399/73

399

73

90

Height
(mm)

Dimension (mm)
Model No.

2 Ply 58

2ply 63

See "Top Fix I-Joist Hanger Guidance page for capacities.

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

LBV Top Flange I-Joist Hanger (Skewable Option)


LBV and B/BI are joist hangers for supporting I-joists and structural
composite timber from timber members.

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.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation:


Use all specified fasteners. See "General Notes" (page 12). 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 B/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:

Typical LBV Installation

Other widths and heights are available as a special order, contact


Simpson Strong-Tie for details.
LBV and B/BI series hangers can be skewed and sloped to a
maximum of 45. See table for load adjustment factors.
To order specials, use model number SPEC LBV or SPEC B and add
required dimensions and directions: D=seat sloped down, U=seat
sloped up, R=skewed right, L=skewed left. Example: SPEC LBV H =
220, W = 91. D30 R45 is an LBV220/91 with a sloped down seat 30
and skewed right 45.

Skewed and Sloped Performance Value Adjustment Factors


Item Code

Sloped Down

Sloped Up

Skewed

Sloped Down &


Skewed

Sloped Up &
Skewed

LBV

1.0

0.91

1.0

0.91

0.91

B/BI

0.8

0.95

1.0

0.7

0.8

1. Use this table to calculate allowable downloads for angled variants. Apply the reduction factor to the appropriate header condition.

LBV Skew Option

SKL

90

LBV Skewed Installation

SPECIFIED SKEW ANGLE


MAX 45 DEGREES

LBV is acceptable for weld-on applications

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LBV - Top Flange Hanger Item Codes
Joist Size
Width
(mm)

38

45

60

75

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2ply 38

Height
(mm)

Height (H)

Width (W)

Joist Size
Width
(mm)

Height
(mm)

Dimension (mm)
Model No.
Height (H)

Width (W)

140

LBV140/40

140

40

241

LBV4.12/9.5

241

105

LBV184/40

184

40

301

LBV4.12/11.88

301

105

195

LBV195/40

195

40

220

LBV220/40

220

40

235

LBV235/40

235

40

195

LBV195/118

195

118

241

LBV29.5

241

40

220

LBV220/118

220

118

302

LBV211.88

302

40

235

LBV235/118

235

118

356

LBV214

356

40

240

LBV240/118

240

118

195

LBV195/47

195

47

300

LBV300/118

300

118

200

LBV200/47

200

47

350

LBV350/118

350

118

220

LBV220/47

220

47

400

LBV400/118

400

118

235

LBV235/47

235

47

200

LBV200/120

200

120

241

LBV9.5

241

46

241

LBV359.5-2

241

120

2ply 51

116

2ply 58

356

LBV4.12/14

356

105

406

LBV4.12/16

406

105

245

LBV245/47

245

47

302

LBV3511.88-2

302

121

302

LBV11.88

302

47

195

LBV195/122

195

122

350

LBV350/47

350

47

220

LBV220/122

220

122

400

LBV400/47

400

47

235

LBV235/122

235

122

245

LBV245/122

245

122

300

LBV300/122

300

122

75

350

LBV350/122

350

122

75

400

LBV400/122

400

122

450

LBV450/47

450

47

200

LBV200/60

200

60

202

LBV202/75

202

223

LBV223/75

223

2ply 60

254

LBV254/75

254

75

450

LBV450/122

450

122

302

LBV302/75

302

75

202

LBV202/125

202

125

403

LBV403/75

403

75

223

LBV223/125

223

125

140

LBV140/79

140

79

254

LBV254/125

254

125

184

LBV184/79

184

79

302

LBV302/125

302

125

195

LBV195/78

195

78

403

LBV403/125

403

125

78

220

LBV220/78

220

235

LBV235/78

235

78

240

LBV240/78

240

78

245

LBV245/78

245

78

300

LBV300/78

300

78

350

LBV350/78

350

78

356

LBV214-2

356

79

450
145

97

Dimension (mm)
Model No.

184

400

2ply 45
or 89

LBV - Top Flange Hanger Item Codes

LBV400/78
LBV450/78
LBV145/91

400
450
145

125

B/BI - Top Flange Hanger Item Codes


Joist Size
Width
(mm)

Height
(mm)

Dimension (mm)
Model No.
Height (H)

Width (W)

78

202

B202/150

202

150

78

223

B223/150

223

150

254

B254/150

254

150

302

B302/150

302

150

91

150

195

LBV195/91

195

200

LBV200/91

200

91
91

403

B403/150

403

150

220

LBV220/91

220

91

200

B200/180

200

180

235

LBV235/91

235

91

245

LBV/245/91

245

91

302

LBV11.88-2

302

90

350

LBV350/91

350

91

400

LBV400/91

400

91

450

LBV450/91

450

91

195

LBV195/100

195

100

202

LBV202/100

202

100

219

LBV219/100

219

100

223

LBV223/100

223

100

235

LBV235/100

235

100
100

245

LBV245/100

245

254

LBV254/100

254

100

300

LBV300/100

300

100

302

LBV302/100

302

100

350

LBV350/100

350

100

400

LBV400/100

400

100

403

LBV403/100

403

100

450

LBV450/100

450

100

180

241

BI49.5-2

241

181

302

BI411.88-2

302

180

See "Top Fix I-Joist Hanger Guidance page for capacities.

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

HB Top Flange I-Joist Hanger


HB is a joist hanger for supporting I-joists and
structural composite timber from timber members.

The HB is designed especially for use with


single ply headers of thicknesses 89mm or
more.

Material:

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75

3.0mm 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.
Web stiffeners are required for use with the
HB hanger styles.
The HB hanger 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.

90

Options:

Standard HB Installation

Other widths and heights are available as a


special order, contact factory for details.
HB series hangers can be skewed and sloped
to a maximum of 45. See table for load
adjustment factors.

Skewed and Sloped Performance Value Adjustment Factors


Item Code

Sloped Down

Sloped Up

Skewed

Sloped Down &


Skewed

Sloped Up &
Skewed

HB

0.9

0.7

0.96

0.59(2)

0.7

1. Use this table to calculate allowable downloads for angled variants. Apply the reduction factor to the appropriate header condition.
2. For header heights above 355mm use 0.87 for the HB sloped down and skewed.

HB Skew Option

SKL

92

SPECIFIED SKEW ANGLE


MAX 45 DEGREES

HB Skewed Installation

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HB - Top Flange Hanger Item Codes
Joist Size
Width
(mm)

2 Ply 45
or
89-90

116
or
2 Ply 58

3 Ply 45
or 133

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2 Ply 72

2 Ply 75

2 Ply 89
or
178

Height
(mm)

Dimension (mm)
Model No.
Height (H)

Width (W)
92

195

HB195/92

195

200

HB200/92

200

92

220

HB220/92

220

92

235

HB235/92

235

92

240

HB240/92

240

92

245

HB245/92

245

92

300

HB300/92

300

92

350

HB350/92

350

92

400

HB400/92

400

92

200

HB200/118

200

118

300

HB300/118

300

118

350

HB350/118

350

118

406

HB406/118

406

118

195

HB195/135

195

135

220

HB220/135

220

135

235

HB235/135

235

135

245

HB245/135

245

135

300

HB300/135

300

135

350

HB350/135

350

135

400

HB400/135

400

135
135

450

HB450/135

450

200

HB200/142

200

142

300

HB300/142

300

142

350

HB350/142

350

142

195

HB195/146

195

146

220

HB220/146

220

146

235

HB235/146

235

146

245

HB245/146

245

146

300

HB300/146

300

146

350

HB350/146

350

146

400

HB400/146

400

146

195

HB195/152

195

152

220

HB220/152

220

152

235

HB235/152

235

152

245

HB245/152

245

152

300

HB300/152

300

152

350

HB350/152

350

152

400

HB400/152

400

152

450

HB450/152

450

152

195

HB195/180

195

180

220

HB220/180

220

180

235

HB235/180

235

180

240

HB240/180

240

180

300

HB300/180

300

180

350

HB350/180

350

180

356

HB356/180

356

180

400

HB400/180

400

180

406

HB406/180

406

180

See "Top Fix I-Joist Hanger Guidance page for capacities.

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

GLTV
I-Joist and Structural Composite Timber Hanger
GLTV is for supporting I-joists and structural composite timber from
timber members.

These hangers offer design flexibility and versatility.


GLTV hangers are designed for use with structural composite
lumber headers (not I-Joist) and may take heavy loads. The
top flange nails are sized and specifically located to prevent
degradation of the header due to splitting of laminations.

75

Material:
5mm top flange and stirrup - mild steel.
Hot-dip galvanised.

75

SAFE WORKING LOADS: For hanger heights exceeding the joist


height, the SWL is 0.5 of the table load.

Installation:



Use all specified fasteners. See "General Notes". Verify that the
header can take the required fasteners specified in the table.
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.
May be used for weld on applications. The minimum required
welds for the top flanges are 6mm x 63mm, 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.

130

Other widths and heights are available as a special order,


contact Simpson Strong-Tie for details.
Straddle available-specify S dimension.
Can be skewed and sloped to a maximum of 45.
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 all welded specials, contact Simpson Strong-Tie.

SIM
StroPSO
ng N
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Typical GLTV Installation

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GLTV - Top Flange Hanger Item Codes
Joist Size
Width
(mm)

68

2ply 45
or 90

3ply 45
or 133

4ply 45
or 2 ply 89
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Height
(mm)

Dimension (mm)
Model No.
Height (H)

Width (W)

235

GLTV235/70

235

70

241

GLTV241/70

241

70

302

GLTV302/70

302

70

355

GLTV355/70

355

70

406

GLTV406/70

406

70

200

GLTV200/91

200

91

235

GLTV235/91

235

91
91

241

GLTV241/91

241

302

GLTV302/91

302

91

355

GLTV355/91

355

91

406

GLTV406/91

406

91

457

GLTV457/91

457

91

200

GLTV200/135

200

135

235

GLTV235/135

235

135

241

GLTV241/135

241

135

302

GLTV302/135

302

135

355

GLTV355/135

355

135

406

GLTV406/135

406

135

457

GLTV457/135

457

135

184

GLTV184/180

184

180

235

GLTV235/180

235

180

241

GLTV241/180

241

180

301

GLTV302/180

302

180

356

GLTV356/180

356

180

406

GLTV406/180

406

180

457

GLTV457/180

457

180

195

GLTV195/196

195

196

220

GLTV220/196

220

196

235

GLTV235/196

235

196

245

GLTV245/196

245

196

300

GLTV300/196

300

196

350

GLTV350/196

350

196

400

GLTV400/196

400

196

450

GLTV450/196

450

196

GLTV Skewed Left


(Top View)

Typical GLTV Sloped Down


Skewed Right with Low Side Flush

CL

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

IUSE Face Fix I-Joist Hanger


The IUSE is a face fix hanger for supporting I-joists from timber
members.
This hanger incorporates the Strong Grip which secures the IJoist without the need for any fasteners - where no uplift is required.
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.

Material:
Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Enhanced Uplift Loads:


The IUSE has optional triangular nail holes for additional uplift.
Properly attached web stiffeners will be required for enhanced uplift.
Please contact I-Joist manufacturer for details.

Installation:
Use all specified fasteners. See "General Notes". Verify that the
header can take the required fasteners specified in the table.

Options:
Because these hangers are fully die-formed, they cannot be modified. However these models will normally accommodate a skew of
up to 5.

Patent
EP1212493

IUSE incorporates the


Strong Grip that secures
the I-Joist without the need
for any fasteners where
no uplift performance is
required.

Use specified fastener


installed as shown where
uplift is required.

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Typical IUSE Installations

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists


IUSE Item codes and Performance Values
Joist Size
Width
(mm)

38

Height
(mm)

Dimension (mm)
Model No.
H

200

IUSE199/41

199

41

51

220

IUSE219/41

219

41

51

240

IUSE239/41

239

41

51

300

IUSE299/41

299

41

51

350

IUSE349/41

349

41

51

200

IUSE199/48

199

48

51

220

IUSE219/48

219

48

51

240

IUSE239/48

239

48

51

300

IUSE299/48

299

48

51

350

IUSE349/48

349

48

51

356

IUSE355/48

355

48

51

360

IUSE359/48

359

48

51

400

IUSE399/48

399

48

51

145

IUSE144/50

144

50

51

195

IUSE194/50

194

50

51

200

IUSE199/50

199

50

51

220

IUSE219/50

219

50

51

235

IUSE234/50

234

50

51

240

IUSE239/50

239

50

51

245

IUSE244/50

244

50

51

300

IUSE299/50

299

50

51

350

IUSE349/50

349

50

51

400

IUSE399/50

399

50

51

220

IUSE219/54

219

54

51

240

IUSE239/54

239

54

51

300

IUSE299/54

299

54

51

356

IUSE355/54

355

54

51

200

IUSE199/61

199

61

51

220

IUSE219/61

219

61

51

240

IUSE239/61

239

61

51

300

IUSE299/61

299

61

51

356

IUSE355/61

355

61

51

360

IUSE359/61

359

61

51

400

IUSE399/61

399

61

51

406

IUSE405/61

405

61

51

45

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Safe Working
Loads (kN)

Qty Fasteners

51

58 to 59

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Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1

2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

C16 & I-Joist Header

LVL Header

C16 & I-Joist Header

LVL Header

Long Term

Long Term

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3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
4.87
5.99
5.56
6.84
6.26
7.70
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
4.87
5.99
5.56
6.84
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
2.09
2.57
3.48
4.28
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
4.17
5.13
4.87
5.99
4.87
5.99
5.56
6.84
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
4.17
5.13
4.87
5.99
5.56
6.84
6.26
7.70
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
4.87
5.99
5.56
6.84
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70

4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
5.69
6.93
6.50
7.92
7.31
8.81
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
5.69
6.93
6.50
7.92
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
2.44
2.97
4.06
4.95
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
4.88
5.94
5.69
6.93
5.69
6.93
6.50
7.92
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
4.88
5.94
5.69
6.93
6.50
7.92
7.31
8.81
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
5.69
6.93
6.50
7.92
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81

7.54
13.10
9.99
15.72
12.57
18.34
14.40
20.96
16.20
23.58
7.54
13.10
9.99
15.72
12.57
18.34
14.40
20.96
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
3.80
7.86
7.54
13.10
7.54
13.10
9.99
15.72
9.99
15.72
12.57
18.34
12.57
18.34
14.40
20.96
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
9.99
15.72
12.57
18.34
14.40
20.96
16.20
23.58
7.54
13.10
9.99
15.72
12.57
18.34
14.40
20.96
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58

13.50
17.80
16.20
21.36
18.90
24.92
21.60
28.48
24.30
32.04
13.50
17.80
16.20
21.36
18.90
24.92
21.60
28.48
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
8.10
10.68
13.50
17.80
13.50
17.80
16.20
21.36
16.20
21.36
18.90
24.92
18.90
24.92
21.60
28.48
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
16.20
21.36
18.90
24.92
21.60
28.48
24.30
32.04
13.50
17.80
16.20
21.36
18.90
24.92
21.60
28.48
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04

Fasteners: Opt 1=3.75 x 30mm; Opt 2=3.75 x 75mm.

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists


IUSE Item codes and Performance Values

Width
(mm)

Height
(mm)

Dimension (mm)
Model No.
H

200

IUSE199/63

199

63

51

220

IUSE219/63

219

63

51

240

IUSE239/63

239

63

51

300

IUSE299/63

299

63

51

360

IUSE359/63

359

63

51

400

IUSE399/63

399

63

51

195

IUSE194/66

194

66

51

220

IUSE219/66

219

66

51

225

IUSE224/66

224

66

51

238

IUSE234/66

234

66

51

240

IUSE239/66

239

66

51

245

IUSE244/66

244

66

51

300

IUSE299/66

299

66

51

330

IUSE329/66

329

66

51

356

IUSE355/66

355

66

51

406

IUSE405/66

405

66

51

200

IUSE199/73

199

73

51

220

IUSE219/73

219

73

51

240

IUSE239/73

239

73

51

300

IUSE299/73

299

73

51

350

IUSE349/73

349

73

51

360

IUSE359/73

359

73

51

390

IUSE389/73

389

73

51

400

IUSE399/73

399

73

51

195

IUSE194/75

194

75

51

220

IUSE219/75

219

75

51

235

IUSE234/75

234

75

51

245

IUSE244/75

244

75

51

300

IUSE299/75

299

75

51

350

IUSE349/75

349

75

51

400

IUSE399/75

399

75

51

60

63

70

72

Fasteners: Opt 1=3.75 x 30mm; Opt 2=3.75 x 75mm.

98

Safe Working
Loads (kN)

Qty Fasteners

Face
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2

10
10
12
12
14
14
16
16
20
20
22
22
10
10
12
12
12
12
12
12
14
14
14
14
16
16
18
18
20
20
22
22
10
10
12
12
14
14
16
16
20
20
20
20
22
22
22
22
10
10
12
12
12
12
16
16
16
16
20
20
22
22

Joist
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1

2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

C16 & I-Joist Header

LVL Header

C16 & I-Joist Header

LVL Header

Long Term

Long Term

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3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
4.87
5.99
5.56
6.84
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
4.17
5.13
4.17
5.13
4.87
5.99
4.87
5.99
5.56
6.84
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
4.87
5.99
5.56
6.84
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
4.17
5.13
4.87
5.99
5.56
6.84
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70

4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
5.69
6.93
6.50
7.92
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
4.88
5.94
4.88
5.94
5.69
6.93
5.69
6.93
6.50
7.92
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
5.69
6.93
6.50
7.92
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
4.88
5.94
5.69
6.93
6.50
7.92
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81

7.54
13.10
9.99
15.72
12.57
18.34
14.40
20.96
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
7.54
13.10
9.99
15.72
9.99
15.72
9.99
15.72
12.57
18.34
12.57
18.34
14.40
20.96
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
7.54
13.10
9.99
15.72
12.57
18.34
14.40
20.96
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
7.54
13.10
9.99
15.72
9.99
15.72
12.57
18.34
14.40
20.96
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58

13.50
17.80
16.20
21.36
18.90
24.92
21.60
28.48
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
13.50
17.80
16.20
21.36
16.20
21.36
16.20
21.36
18.90
24.92
18.90
24.92
21.60
28.48
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
13.50
17.80
16.20
21.36
18.90
24.92
21.60
28.48
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
13.50
17.80
16.20
21.36
16.20
21.36
18.90
24.92
21.60
28.48
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04

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Joist Size

Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Timber Hangers for I-Joists


IUSE Item Codes and Performance Values
Joist Size
Width
(mm)

Height
(mm)

89 to 90

2 Ply 47

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Dimension (mm)

Safe Working
Loads (kN)

Qty Fasteners

Model No.
H

200

IUSE199/92

199

92

51

220

IUSE219/92

219

92

51

225

IUSE224/92

224

92

51

240

IUSE239/92

239

92

51

255

IUSE254/92

254

92

51

300

IUSE299/92

299

92

51

350

IUSE349/92

349

92

51

356

IUSE355/92

355

92

51

360

IUSE359/92

359

92

51

400

IUSE399/92

399

92

51

406

IUSE405/92

405

92

51

195

IUSE194/96

194

96

51

220

IUSE219/96

219

96

51

235

IUSE234/96

234

96

51

245

IUSE244/96

244

96

51

300

IUSE299/96

299

96

51

195

IUSE194/100

194

100

51

220

IUSE219/100

219

100

51

235

IUSE234/100

234

100

51

245

IUSE244/100

244

100

51

300

IUSE299/100

299

100

51

350

IUSE349/100

349

100

51

400

IUSE399/100

399

100

51

Face
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2
Opt 1
Opt 2

10
10
12
12
12
12
14
14
14
14
16
16
20
20
20
20
20
20
22
22
22
22
10
10
12
12
12
12
14
14
16
16
10
10
12
12
12
12
14
14
16
16
20
20
22
22

C16 & I-Joist Header

LVL Header

C16 & I-Joist Header

LVL Header

Long Term

Long Term

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3.48
4.28
4.17
5.13
4.17
5.13
4.87
5.99
4.87
5.99
5.56
6.84
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
6.26
7.70
2.44
2.44
2.92
2.92
2.92
2.92
3.41
3.41
3.89
3.89
2.44
2.44
2.92
2.92
2.92
2.92
3.41
3.41
3.89
3.89
4.38
4.38
4.38
4.38

4.06
4.95
4.88
5.94
4.88
5.94
5.69
6.93
5.69
6.93
6.50
7.92
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
7.31
8.81
2.84
2.84
3.42
3.42
3.42
3.42
3.98
3.98
4.55
4.55
2.84
2.84
3.42
3.42
3.42
3.42
3.98
3.98
4.55
4.55
5.12
5.12
5.12
5.12

7.54
13.10
9.99
15.72
9.99
15.72
12.57
18.34
12.57
18.34
14.40
20.96
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
16.20
23.58
5.28
5.28
6.99
6.99
6.99
6.99
8.80
8.80
10.08
10.08
5.28
5.28
6.99
6.99
6.99
6.99
8.80
8.80
10.08
10.08
11.34
11.34
11.34
11.34

13.50
17.80
16.20
21.36
16.20
21.36
18.90
24.92
18.90
24.92
21.60
28.48
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
24.30
32.04
9.45
9.45
11.34
11.34
11.34
11.34
13.23
13.23
15.12
15.12
9.45
9.45
11.34
11.34
11.34
11.34
13.23
13.23
15.12
15.12
17.01
17.01
17.01
17.01

Joist
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1
Opt 1

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2

Fasteners: Opt 1=3.75 x 30mm; Opt 2=3.75 x 75mm.

Face Fix Hanger Uplift Performance Values


Safe Working Loads (kN)
Fastener Qty
(3.75 X 30mm)

Characteristic Capacity (kN)

C16 & I-Joist

PSL, LSL or LVL

C16 & I-Joist

PSL, LSL or LVL

Short Term Uplift

Short Term Uplift

Uplift

Uplift

0 (Strong Grip only)

0.00

0.00

0.00

0.00

0.90

1.35

1.80

2.70

1.80

2.70

3.60

5.40

2.70

4.05

5.40

8.10

3.60

5.4

7.20

10.80

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Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Timber Hangers for I-Joists

MIU/HIU Face Fix I-Joist Hangers


MIU and HIU are face mounted hangers for supporting I-joists from timber members.

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 need
for web stiffeners. I-joist manufacturers may require web stiffeners.

Material:
Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Enhanced uplift loads:


The MIU and HIU have optional triangular nail holes for additional uplift. Properly attached
web stiffeners may be required for Enhanced uplift. Please contact Simpson Strong-Tie for
details. See table on page 99.

Installation:
Use all specified fasteners. See "General Notes". Verify that the header can take the
required fasteners specified in the table.

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.

Options:

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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 Installation


with correct PAN configuration

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists


MIU/HIU
Joist Size

Width
(mm)

Height (mm)

220-240
70

2
ply
38

89-90

2
ply
47

97

116

120

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2
ply
63

Dimension (mm)
Model No.

MIU217/72

Safe Working
Loads (kN)

Qty Fasteners

Face1

Joist2

217

72

64

22

Characteristic Download
Capacity (kN)

C16 & I-Joist


Supporting
Member

LVL
Supporting
Member

Long Term

Long Term

C16 & I-Joist

LVL

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

300

MIU280/72

280

72

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

350

MIU330/72

330

72

64

24

10.26

11.88

28.35

28.35
28.35

400

MIU380/72

380

72

64

28

11.97

13.86

28.35

195-200

MIU192/78

192

78

64

16

6.84

7.92

20.96

28.35

220-245

MIU217/78

217

78

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

300

MIU280/78

280

78

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

145

MIU142/92

142

92

64

3.42

3.96

9.15

14.24

195-200

MIU192/92

192

92

64

16

6.84

7.92

20.96

28.35
28.35

220-245

MIU217/92

217

92

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

300

MIU280/92

280

92

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

350

MIU330/92

330

92

64

24

10.26

11.88

28.35

28.35

400

MIU380/92

380

92

64

28

11.97

13.86

28.35

28.35

195

MIU192/96

192

96

64

16

6.84

7.92

20.96

28.35
28.35

220-240

MIU217/96

217

96

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

300

MIU280/96

280

96

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

350

MIU330/96

330

96

64

24

10.26

11.88

28.35

28.35
28.35

400

MIU380/96

380

96

64

28

11.97

13.86

28.35

195-200

MIU192/100

192

100

64

16

6.84

7.92

20.96

28.35

220-245

MIU217/100

217

100

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

300

MIU280/100

280

100

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

350

MIU330/100

330

100

64

24

10.26

11.88

28.35

28.35

400

MIU380/100

380

100

64

28

11.97

13.86

28.35

28.35

450

MIU430/100

430

100

64

28

11.97

13.86

28.35

28.35

195-200

MIU192/118

192

118

64

16

6.84

7.92

20.96

28.35

220-245

MIU217/118

217

118

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

300

MIU280/118

280

118

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

350

MIU330/118

330

118

64

24

10.26

11.88

28.35

28.35

400

MIU380/118

380

118

64

28

11.97

13.86

28.35

28.35

195-200

MIU192/122

192

122

64

16

6.84

7.92

20.96

28.35

220-245

MIU217/122

217

122

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

300

MIU280/122

280

122

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

195

MIU192/130

192

130

64

16

6.84

7.92

20.96

28.35

220-245

MIU217/130

217

130

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

300

MIU280/130

280

130

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

350

MIU330/130

330

130

64

24

10.26

11.88

28.35

28.35

400

MIU380/130

380

130

64

28

11.97

13.86

28.35

28.35

(1) 3.75 x 75mm. (2) 3.75 x 30mm.

HIU Item Codes


Joist Size
Width
(mm)
2
ply
70

144

2
ply
89
2
ply
90

194

Dimension (mm)

Safe Working
Loads (kN)

Qty Fasteners

Model No.
Height (mm)
220-240

HIU217/142

Face

Joist

217

142

64

22

Characteristic Download
Capacity (kN)

C16 & I-Joist

LVL

Long Term

Long Term

C16 & I-Joist

LVL

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

300

HIU280/142

280

142

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

350

HIU330/142

330

142

64

24

10.26

11.88

28.35

28.35
28.35

400

HIU380/142

380

142

64

28

11.97

13.86

28.35

195-200

HIU192/146

192

146

64

16

6.84

7.92

20.96

28.35

220-245

HIU217/146

217

146

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

300

HIU280/146

280

146

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

350

HIU330/146

330

146

64

24

10.26

11.88

28.35

28.35

400

HIU380/146

380

146

64

28

11.97

13.86

28.35

28.35

220-240

HIU217/180

217

180

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

300

HIU280/180

280

180

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

350

HIU330/180

330

180

64

24

10.26

11.88

28.35

28.35
28.35

400

HIU380/180

380

180

64

28

11.97

13.86

28.35

220-240

HIU217/184

217

184

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

300

HIU280/184

280

184

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

350

HIU330/184

330

184

64

24

10.26

11.88

28.35

28.35

400

HIU380/184

380

184

64

28

11.97

13.86

28.35

28.35

195-200

HIU192/196

192

196

64

16

6.84

7.92

20.96

28.35

220-245

HIU217/196

217

196

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

300

HIU280/196

280

196

64

22

9.41

10.89

28.35

28.35

350

HIU330/196

330

196

64

24

10.26

11.88

28.35

28.35

400

HIU380/196

380

196

64

28

11.97

13.86

28.35

28.35

(1) 3.75 x 75mm. (2) 3.75 x 30mm.

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

MH Sacrificial Floor Detail


The MH provides a cost efffective and easy to install method of fixing a set of I-joists (solid or LVL flange) that provide
support for a sacrificial floor deck in buildings where work is continuing.
The MH is a one-piece galvanised joist hanger, available in a range of widths.
Suitable for use with solid or LVL flanged I-joists.
Seat tab ensures easy and accurate placement and alignment.
Manufactured from pre-galvanised mid steel.

For the sacrificial joist installation, a MH hanger MUST be fitted to the top and bottom flanges. This prevents rotation
of the joists. The hangers are intended for one use only. Once removed they MUST NOT be re-used.
A sacrificial floor deck is a temporary deck that closes off an opening in the floor zone - such as a stairwell.
The stated performance values are based upon 2 no. MH hangers being installed as per the installation illustration
below.

MH Item Codes and Performance Values


Number
of
Fasteners (1)

Dimensions

Model
No.
H

Support

Carried
Member

55

40

56

MH46

52

46

56

MH50

50

50

56

MH40

1. 3.75x30mm square twist nails.


2. Based upon 2 no. MH hangers installed - one to top and one to bottom flange.

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Safe
Working Loads (2)
kN

Characteristic
Loads (2)
kN

I-Joist
(Solid and LVL Flange)

I-Joist
(Solid and LVL Flange)

2.5

4.6

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

MH Mini Hanger for I-Joists


The MH is a one piece galvanised hanger available in a range of widths for light
duty applications such as trimmers and ceiling joists


Suitable for use with I-joist headers.


Tab on seat ensures easy and accurate placement with easy bend feature
when not required.
Fully tested on a range of headers.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


B

Installation:

For I-Joist headers fill all round 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.

MH Item Codes and Performance Values

Model
No.

Dimensions

Number of
Fasteners(1)

Support

Carried
Member

MH40

40

55

56

MH46

46

52

56

MH50

50

50

56

Safe Working Loads (kN)


C24
Flanges

LVL (28mm) LVL (38mm)


Flanges
Flanges

Characteristic Capacity (kN)


All Flange
Type

C24
Flanges

LVL (28mm) LVL (38mm)


Flanges
Flanges

All Flange
Type

Long Term
Download

Long Term
Download

Long Term
Download

Uplift
Short Term

Download

Download

Download

Uplift Short
Term

2.00

1.00(2)

1.50

0.90

3.90

2.40

3.60

1.80

1. 3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Nails.


2. Use 2 no. 3.75 X 30mm square twist nails into I-Joist supports with 28mm flanges.

HU/U Face Fix Hangers


Heavy-duty hangers designed for applications requiring additional strength.

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Composite HU hangers have round and triangle nail holes in to 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.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


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.

Typical HU Installation

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

Width
(mm)

Height
(mm)

38

89-114
184-241
241-302

Dimension (mm)
Model
No.

HU26
HU7
HU9

78
170
235

40
46
46

57
64
63

45
302-356
356
58

HU11
HU14

279
346

46
46

63
63

2ply 52

2ply 58

LVL Header
Uplift

Uplift

Long Term Download

Long Term Download

C16 & I-Joist


Header

LVL
Header

Download

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Std

2(1)

0.93

2.47

2.70

1.80

3.41

6.29

Min

12

4(1)

2.14

7.42

8.09

3.60

14.57

22.61

Max

16

8(1)

4.27

9.89

10.78

7.20

19.43

30.15

Min

18

6(1)

3.20

11.12

12.13

5.40

23.68

35.03

Max

24

10(1)

5.34

14.83

16.16

9.00

31.57

46.70

Min

22

6(1)

3.20

13.60

14.83

5.40

29.70

43.24

Max

30

10(1)

5.34

18.54

20.22

9.00

40.50

47.52

Min

28

8(1)

4.27

17.30

18.87

7.20

38.88

47.52

Max

36

14(1)

7.47

22.25

24.26

12.60

47.52

47.52

229

59

51

Std

14

6(1)

3.20

8.65

9.44

5.40

18.70

22.36

268

62

50

Std

16

6(1)

3.20

9.89

10.78

5.40

21.74

25.82

Min

14

6(1)

3.20

8.65

9.44

5.40

18.23

27.14

Max

18

10(1)

5.34

11.12

12.13

9.00

23.44

34.89
31.39

241-302

HU2.75/10

229

70

63

302-356

HU2.75/12

273

70

63

HU2.75/14

330

70

63

406

HU2.75/16

357

70

63

89-114

HU24-2

78

79

63

184-241

HU28-2

178

79

63

241

U210-2

216

79

50

241-302

HU210-2

224

79

63

302-356

HU212-2

268

79

63

184-241

HU48

173

90

63

241

U410

212

90

50

241-302

HU410

219

90

63

302-356

HU412

262

90

63

356-406

HU416

346

90

63

241-302

HU4.12/9

219

106

63

300-356

HU212-3

262

120

63

302

U3512-2

285

120

50

HU5.31/9

196

135

63

241-302

HU5.31/11

240

135

63

302-356

HU5.31/14

297

135

63

HU5.31/16

324

135

63

200-241

HU480/180

150

180

63

184-241

HU530/180

175

180

63

241-302

HU410-2

231

181

63

302-356

HU412-2

282

181

63

356-406

HU414-2

352

181

63

1. 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails.


2. 3.75 x 75mm smooth shank nails.
3. 4.0 x 100mm smooth shank nails.

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C16 & I-Joist Header

Term

U3510/14

356-406

2ply 89 or
4ply 45

Joist

U3516/20

200-302

3ply 45 or
133

Schedule

Short

Face(3)

241

356-406

2ply 45
or 89

Nailing

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

302

68

2ply 38

Safe Working
Loads (kN)

Qty Fasteners

Min

16

6(1)

3.20

9.89

10.78

5.40

21.50

Max

22

10(1)

5.34

13.60

14.83

9.00

29.57

43.16

Min

18

8(1)

4.27

11.12

12.13

7.20

24.63

35.55

Max

24

14(1)

7.47

14.83

16.18

12.60

32.84

47.40

Min

20

8(1)

4.27

12.36

13.48

7.20

27.64

39.65

Max

26

14(1)

7.47

16.07

17.52

12.60

35.94

47.52

Std

2(1)

1.16

2.47

2.70

2.62

3.11

5.94

Min

10

4(2)

2.34

6.18

6.74

5.24

11.85

18.64

Max

14

6(2)

3.20

8.65

9.44

7.86

16.80

26.10

Std

14

6(2)

3.20

8.65

9.44

7.86

18.70

22.36

Min

14

6(2)

4.03

8.65

9.44

7.86

17.72

26.84

Max

18

10(2)

6.69

11.12

12.13

13.10

22.79

34.50

Min

16

6(2)

4.03

9.89

10.78

7.86

21.14

31.19

Max

22

10(2)

6.69

13.60

14.83

13.10

29.07

42.89

Min

10

4(2)

2.69

6.18

6.74

5.24

11.70

18.54

Max

14

6(2)

4.03

8.65

9.44

7.86

16.39

25.96

Std

14

6(2)

3.96

8.65

9.44

7.86

18.70

22.36

Min

14

6(2)

4.03

8.65

9.44

7.86

17.72

26.84

Max

18

10(2)

6.69

11.12

12.13

13.10

22.79

34.50

Min

16

6(2)

4.03

9.89

10.78

7.86

21.04

31.14

Max

22

10(2)

6.69

13.60

14.83

13.10

28.94

42.81
39.60

Min

20

8(2)

5.36

12.36

13.48

10.48

27.54

Max

26

12(2)

8.05

16.07

17.52

15.72

35.81

47.52

Min

14

6(3)

4.79

8.65

9.44

8.88

17.00

26.38
33.91

Max

18

8(3)

6.36

11.12

12.13

11.84

21.86

Min

16

6(3)

4.76

9.89

10.78

8.88

21.78

31.54

Max

22

8(3)

6.36

13.60

14.83

11.84

29.94

43.37

Std

16

6(3)

3.96

9.89

10.78

7.86

21.74

25.82

Min

14

6(3)

4.76

8.65

9.44

8.88

17.72

26.84
34.50

Max

18

8(3)

6.36

11.12

12.13

11.84

22.79

Min

16

6(3)

4.76

9.89

10.78

8.88

21.04

31.14

Max

22

8(3)

6.36

13.60

14.83

11.84

28.94

42.81
35.48

Min

18

8(3)

6.36

11.12

12.13

11.84

24.50

Max

24

12(3)

9.54

14.83

16.18

17.76

32.66

47.31

Min

20

8(3)

6.36

12.36

13.48

11.84

27.54

39.60

Max

26

12(3)

9.54

16.07

17.52

17.76

35.81

47.52

Min

10

4(3)

3.20

6.18

6.74

5.92

11.04

18.05

Max

14

6(3)

4.76

8.65

9.44

8.88

15.46

25.28

Std

14

6(3)

6.36

8.65

9.44

8.88

16.58

26.10

Min

14

6(3)

4.76

8.65

9.44

8.88

17.92

26.95
34.66

Max

18

8(3)

6.36

11.12

12.13

11.84

23.04

Min

16

6(3)

4.76

9.89

10.78

8.88

21.35

31.31

Max

22

8(3)

6.36

13.60

14.83

11.84

29.35

43.04

Min

20

8(3)

6.36

12.36

13.48

11.84

27.61

39.63

Max

26

12(3)

9.54

16.07

17.52

17.76

35.89

47.52

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Joist Size

Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Timber Hangers for I-Joists

ET Skewed 45 Hanger
The ET joist hanger for supporting skewed timber joists from timber
members.

W2
A1

This range is tested and standardised with left or right 45 skew


angle.

Material: 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.
Web stiffeners required when supporting I-Joists.

W1
B

Item Codes and Performance Values


Dimensions
Joist
Width
(mm)

Model
No.

Supporting

W1

W2

ET248 Skewed Right Nailing

Number of
Fasteners
(4,0x35)

A1

Member

Safe
Characteristic
Working
Capacity (kN)
Load (kN)

Supported Member

Face

Side

Base

Long
Term
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38

ET248

59

187

95

65

45

14

3.60

8.80

47

ET260

67

177

97

55

34

16

4.40

10.60

2 x 38

ET301

108

218

97

55

34

16

11

4.70

11.30

1. 4.0x35 refers to CNA4,0x35 nails (available from Simpson Strong-Tie).


2. Use an LS skewable angle for extra stability if the joist height exceeds 195mm.

ET248 Installed (shown as installed left to right. Can also be skewed right to left.)

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HGUS Face Fix Heavy Engineered Timber Hanger


The HGUS joist hanger for supporting solid composite beams from timber members.
Double shear joist nailing allows distribution of the carried members load through two
points on each nail for greater strength. Nails are supplied with each hanger.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation:

Use all specified fasteners. Verify that the header can take the
required fasteners specified in the table. 100mm nails must be driven at 45 into joist
obround holes, through carrying member and into the carried member to achieve the
table loads.

Item Codes and Performance Values


Joist Size
(mm)

Model
No.

Dimension (mm)
W

89 x 241

HGUS48N

92

Qty Fasteners
(4.0mm x 100mm)
Support

180

36

Carried
Member
10

Short
Term

Long

Medium

Term

Term

7.51

27.78

34.74
35.09

Uplift

89 x 241 x 457

HGUS410N

92

229

46

16

9.68

35.09

89 x 300 x 457

HGUS412N

92

265

56

20

11.30

40.94

40.94

89 x 350 x 457

HGUS414N

92

316

66

22

12.91

43.53

43.35

133 x 200 to 302

HGUS180/135N

135

180

36

10

7.51

27.78

34.74
35.09

133 x 240 to 457

HGUS5.50/10N

140

214

46

16

9.68

35.09

133 x 300 to 457

HGUS5.50/12N

140

265

56

20

11.30

40.94

40.94

133 x 350 to 457

HGUS5.50/14N

140

316

66

22

12.91

43.35

43.35
35.09

100

180 x 240 to 457

HGUS7.25/10N

184

219

46

16

9.68

35.09

180 x 300 to 457

HGUS7.25/12N

184

270

56

20

11.30

40.94

40.94

180 x 350 to 457

HGUS7.25/14N

184

320

66

22

12.91

43.35

43.35

Variable

Spec HGUS48N*

36

10

92-184
185-300

180

100

1. Supplied with 4.0 x 100mm Galvanised Round Wire Nails.


2. * Denotes manufactured to order.

Safe Working
Loads (kN)

7.51

27.78

34.74

7.51

18.28

20.80

100mm

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Timber Hangers for I-Joists

THAI Adjustable Strap Hanger


THAI

THAI is a one piece joist hanger for supporting composite timbers from timber
members.
The model number and size is stamped onto the seat of most sizes for easy
identification of the hanger, even after installation.

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-joists bottom flange.
Not all strap nail holes need to be filled, see table for nailing requirements.
THAI-2 must be factory ordered for hanger width needed. See table for
allowable widths.

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Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation:
Use all specified fasteners. See "General Notes".
Two different installation methods are available depending on the availability of
nailing surface. Web stiffeners are required when using this hanger type.

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
two 3.75 x 30mm nails driven downward at a 45 angle into the I-joists bottom
flange. The THAI has additional nail holes - not all holes are required to be filled
to achieve listed loads.

Typical THAI Installation

Minimum Nailing:

THAI Item Codes and Performance Values


Dimensions (mm)
Joist
Width
(mm)

Model
No.

Carrying Member(1)
H

Safe
Working Load (kN)

Number of Fasteners

Top

Face

Medium
Long
Carried
Term
Term
Member2 Download Download

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Short
Term
Uplift

Download

Uplift

Minimum Nailing: With Top Flange Wrap Over


38 x 241 to 302

THAI222

580

40

238

4.1

4.7

0.5

9.87

1.05

45 x 241 to 356

THAI1.81/22

577

46

235

4.1

4.7

0.5

9.91

1.05

58 x 241 to 356

THAI3522

570

59

228

4.2

4.8

0.5

9.99

1.05

89 x 241 to 256

THAI422

555

90

220

4.2

4.8

0.5

10.00

1.05

Variable

THAI-2

550

76-133

224

4.4

5.0

0.5

10.57

1.05

1.05

Maximum Nailing: With All Nail Holes Filled


38 x 241 to 302

THAI222

580

40

238

4.8

5.5

0.5

11.48

45 x 241 to 356

THAI1.81/22

577

46

235

5.5

6.3

0.5

13.21

1.05

58 x 241 to 356

THAI3522

570

59

228

6.9

7.8

0.5

16.44

1.05

89 x 241 to 356

THAI422

555

90

220

9.4

10.7

0.5

22.45

1.05

Variable

THAI-2

550

76-133

224

8.9

10.2

0.5

21.38

1.05

1. For carrying member use 3.75 x 75mm nails.


2. For carried member use 3.75 x 30mm nails.

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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 a tight bend. Bend top
flange a minimum of 65mm.

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Timber Hangers for Metal Web Joists

LIB Backer Free Metal Web Joist Hanger


The LIB is a face fix hanger for connecting joists, either metal web or solid, to metal web
headers without the need for backer blocks.






Bend over the bottom tabs to provide increased performance.


Backer free installation saves time and cost.
Only one nail type required (3.75 x 30mm square twist).
Optional installation with SDS screws for enhanced performance values.
Can be used for sacrificial floor details (not reusable).
Available in sizes 40-100mm widths and 195-300mm heights.
Tested in accordance with ETAG015.

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LIB Performance Values


Model
No.

Dimensions (mm)
Installation
Height

Width

Number of Fasteners
(Use 3.75 x 30mm)
Header

Joist

Safe Working Load


(kN)
Long Term
Download

Short Term
Uplift

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)
Download

Uplift

Metal Web Headers with Minimum of C24 Solid Sawn Flanges Equal to or Greater Than 45mm

LIB (H/W)

1.

47 Min

190 Min

100 Max

424 Max

47 Min

190 Min

100 Max

424 Max

Standard

2.8

2.0

6.6

3.4

Enhanced

4 (SDS)

3.6

2.0

8.4

3.4

SDS: 6.4 x 64mm SDS25212 screw used instead of nail (Metal Web Joist only).

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LIB Hanger Sizes
Joist Size
Width

45

47

72

97

Height

Model
No.

Installation
Hanger Dimension
(mm)
Width (H) Height (W)

195

LIB195/47

220

LIB220/47

190

254

LIB254/47

300

LIB300/47

295

195

LIB195/50

190

220

LIB220/50

254

LIB254/50

300

LIB300/50

380

LIB380/50

419

LIB419/50

415

195

LIB195/75

190

220

LIB220/75

215

254

LIB254/75

249

300

LIB300/75

380

LIB380/75

419

LIB419/75

415

424

LIB424/75

419
190

47

215
249

215
50

249
295
375

75

295
375

195

LIB195/100

220

LIB220/100

215

254

LIB254/100

249

300

LIB300/100

380

LIB380/100

419

LIB419/100

415

424

LIB424/100

419

100

Step 1: Position hanger onto joist header, ensuring


seat is flush with bottom of header.

295
375

Step 3: Insert joist into hanger and secure with 4 joist nails.

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Step 2: Install 8 face nails as specified, starting with the bottom face
nails. Ensure side flanges are vertical before nailing top face nails.

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Timber Hangers for Metal Web Joists

MJC Multiple Metal Web Joist Connector


The multi joist connector (MJC) allows two metal web joists to be fixed together to act as a single unit, transferring the
incoming load from the loaded ply to the unloaded ply.
Its simple and effective design allows one size of product to be used on any joist size regardless of height or width.



Quick and simple to install.


Safely joins multiple Metal Web Joists together, allowing them to act as a single unit.
One size product fits all joist height and width combinations.
Just one nail size required: 3.75 x 30mm square twist.

MJC joining Metal Web joists

Maximum Incoming Concentrated Load (1)


Number of
MJCs (2)

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1.
2.
3.
4.

Metal
Web

Metal
Web

3.80

9.12

5.70

13.68

Maximum Incoming Regular Load (3)


Number of
MJCs (4)

Metal
Web

Metal
Web

1.90

4.56

2.85

6.84

Maximum Incoming Concentrated Load refers to the maximum concentrated load that can be applied when the MJCs are installed either side of the incoming load.
Number of MJCs equally spaced about the incoming load.
Maximum Incoming Regular Load refers to the maximum load that can be applied at regular intervals along the supporting timber.
Number of MJCs between each incoming load.

MJC Installations with Metal


Web Beams
Step 1:
Position the MJCs onto the 1st joist ensuring that they are centred about the
incoming load at 400mm c/c (may be
adjusted within 10mm each way). Please
note that the connectors can be installed
in any orientation.
Secure each MJC with 4 no.
3.75 x 30mm square twist nails
to the top and bottom
joist flanges as shown.

400mm

Step 2:
Position 2nd joist ensuring ends are flush
and joists are parallel.
Secure the joist using 2no. 3.75 x 30mm
Square Twist Nails per MJC into the top
and bottom joist flanges as shown.

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Timber Hangers for Metal Web Joists

IUB/HIUB Metal Web Joist Hangers


The IUB/HIUB hangers support metal web joists and solid timber
joists without the need for plywood gussets.

IUB

They incorporate the unique feature of bottom flanges, which provide


enhanced capacity.





Can be used on metal web joists or solid joist headers.


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.
Obround holes in face to provide easier nailing access in tight
locations.
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.

SDS SCREW
HOLE

TRIANGULAR
OPTIONAL
NAIL HOLES
FOR ADDITIONAL
UPLIFT

BOTTOM
FLANGES

50

W
PAN NAIL
HOLES

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Position the hanger onto the face of supporting floor joist,


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 3.75 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.

Standard IUB Installation

HIUB Installation

SUPPORTING
FLOOR TRUSS

TRIANGULAR HOLES
TO BE FILLED FOR
ENHANCED UPLIFT

PAN NAIL
HOLES
CARRIED
JOIST

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IUB Hangers for Standard Installation
Joist
Width
(mm)

Joist
Height
(mm)

Model
No.

Number of Fasteners1
(Use 3.75 x 30mm)
Header

Joist

Safe Working
Loads (kN)
Download

Uplift

Long Term

Short Term

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)
Download

Uplift

195-202

IUB190/47

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

218-225

IUB215/47

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

253-254

IUB249/47

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

304

IUB295/47

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

195-202

IUB190/50

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

218-225

IUB215/50

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

253-254

IUB249/50

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

304

IUB295/50

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

373-380

IUB375/50

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

417

IUB415/50

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

202

IUB190/75

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

225

IUB215/75

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

254

IUB249/75

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

304

IUB295/75

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

373

IUB375/75

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

417

IUB415/75

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

421

IUB419/75

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

202

IUB190/100

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

225

IUB215/100

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

254

IUB249/100

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

304

IUB295/100

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

373

IUB375/100

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

417

IUB415/100

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

421

IUB419/100

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

202

IUB190/125

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

225

IUB215/125

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

254

IUB249/125

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

304

IUB295/125

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

373

IUB375/125

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

417

IUB415/125

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

421

IUB419/125

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

202

IUB190/150

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

225

IUB215/150

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

254

IUB249/150

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

304

IUB295/150

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

373

IUB375/150

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

417

IUB415/150

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

421

IUB419/150

10

3.50

1.00

8.10

2.00

45

47

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97

122

1ply 147
2ply 72

1. 3.75 x 30mm refers to a galvanised square twist nail.


2. Standard Nailed Installation: IUB installed directly onto Metal Web Floor Truss headers without Plywood Gussets.

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IUB Item Codes and Performance Values: SDS Installation
Joist
Height
(mm)

195-202

47

72

1ply 47
2ply 72

Header (2)
(6.2mm x
63mm)

Joist (1)(3.75 x
30mm)

IUB190/50

Uplift

Long Term

Short Term

5.80

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Uplift

1.00

13.60

2.00

IUB215/50

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

IUB249/50

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

304

IUB295/50

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

373-380

IUB375/50

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

417

IUB415/50

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

202

IUB190/75

5.80

1.00

13.60

2.00

225

IUB215/75

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

254

IUB249/75

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

304

IUB295/75

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

373

IUB375/75

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

417

IUB415/75

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

IUB419/75

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

IUB190/100

5.80

1.00

13.60

2.00

225

IUB215/100

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

254

IUB249/100

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

304

IUB295/100

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

373

IUB375/100

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

417

IUB415/100

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

421

IUB419/100

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

202

IUB190/125

5.80

1.00

13.60

2.00

225

IUB215/125

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

254

IUB249/125

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

304

IUB295/125

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

373

IUB375/125

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

417

IUB415/125

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

421

IUB419/125

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

202

IUB190/150

5.80

1.00

13.60

2.00

225

IUB215/150

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

254

IUB249/150

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

304

IUB295/150

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

373

IUB375/150

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

417

IUB415/150

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

421

IUB419/150

7.40

1.00

13.60

2.00

1. 3.75 x 30mm refers to square twist nails.


2. 6.2 x 63mm refers to a SDS Screw available from Simpson Strong-Tie, order code SDS25212.
3. Minimum header width 72mm for SDS installation.

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Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

218-225

202

122

Model
No.

Safe Working Loads (kN)

253-254

421

97

Number of Fasteners

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Width
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HIUB Item Codes and Performance Values
Dimensions (mm)
Joist
Width
(mm)

72

97

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1 ply 147
2ply 72

2ply 97

2ply 122

2ply 147

Joist
Height
(mm)

Model No.

202

HIUB202/75

219

HIUB218/75

218

225

HIUB225/75

225

Number
of Fasteners(1)

Safe Working Loads(2)


(kN)

Characteristic
Capacity(3) (kN)

Supporting
Member

Supported
Member

Short Term
Uplift

Standard
Installation
Long Term
Download(4)

Enhanced
Installation
Long Term
Download(5)

Uplift

Standard
Installation
Download(4)

Enhanced
Installation
Download(5)

63

16

3.50

8.10

10.80

7.00

19.20

23.40

63

16

3.50

8.10

10.80

7.00

19.20

23.40

63

16

3.50

8.10

10.80

7.00

19.20

23.40

63

16

3.50

8.10

10.80

7.00

19.20

23.40

63

16

3.50

8.10

10.80

7.00

19.20

23.40

63

16

3.50

8.10

10.80

7.00

19.20

23.40

63

16

3.50

8.10

10.80

7.00

19.20

23.40

202

254

HIUB253/75

304

HIUB304/75

373

HIUB373/75

417

HIUB418/75

418

421

HIUB420/75

420

202

HIUB202/100

202

219

HIUB218/100

218

225

HIUB225/100

225

75

253
304
373

254

HIUB253/100

304

HIUB304/100

373

HIUB373/100

417

HIUB418/100

418

421

HIUB420/100

420

202

HIUB202/120

202

219

HIUB218/125

218

225

HIUB225/125

225

100

253
304
373

254

HIUB253/125

304

HIUB304/125

373

HIUB373/125

417

HIUB418/125

418

421

HIUB420/125

420

202

HIUB202/150

202

219

HIUB218/150

218

225

HIUB225/150

225

125

253
304
373

254

HIUB253/150

304

HIUB304/150

373

HIUB373/150

417

HIUB418/150

418

421

HIUB420/150

420

202

HIUB202/200

202

219

HIUB218/200

218

225

HIUB225/200

225

150

253
304
373

254

HIUB253/200

304

HIUB304/200

373

HIUB373/200

417

HIUB418/200

418

421

HIUB420/200

420

202

HIUB202/250

202

219

HIUB218/250

218

225

HIUB225/250

225

200

253
304
373

254

HIUB253/250

304

HIUB304/250

373

HIUB373/250

417

HIUB418/250

418

421

HIUB420/250

420

202

HIUB202/300

202

219

HIUB218/300

218

225

HIUB225/300

225

250

253
304
373

254

HIUB253/300

304

HIUB304/300

373

HIUB373/300

417

HIUB418/300

418

421

HIUB420/300

420

300

253
304
373

1. 3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Nail - CE marked in accordance with EN 14592.


2. Safe Working Loads have been determined in accordance with BS5268 and are based on C27 / TR26 timbers.
3. Characterstic Capacities have been determined in accordance with EN14358 and are based on C27 / TR26 timbers.
4. HIUB installed on a Metal Web Joist without timber blocking piece between top and bottom flanges of Metal Web Joist.
5. HIUB installed on a Metal Web Joist with timber blocking piece between top and bottom flanges of Metal Web Joist.

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Timber Hangers for Metal Web Joists

IUBS Metal Web Joist Hanger (Skewable)


The IUBS solves the problem of skew hangers in timber to timber
connections. It can be handed left or right on site by the carpenter,
removing confusion when the floor is built opposite to the drawing.
The IUBS is also fully adjustable from 5 to 67.5 degrees skew,
reducing the need for special skew hangers.




Standard 45 skew, with site adjustable skew from 5 to 67.5


degrees.
Non-handed hanger, can be left or right skewed - adjusted on
site removing any handing confusion and reduce stocking.
Use SDS25212 for enhanced download capacity.
Can be used on metal web joist or solid joist headers.
Optional nail holes for additional download.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Patent: GB 2396630

Finish: Galvanised.
W

Joist
Height
(mm)

Model
No.

195-202
218-223

Joist
Width
(mm)

72

97

Dimensions (mm)

IUBS195/75

195

75

64

IUBS215/75

215

75

64

253-254

IUBS249/75

249

75

64

304

IUBS295/75

295

75

64

195-202

IUBS195/100

195

100

64

218-223

IUBS215/100

215

100

64

253-254

IUBS249/100

249

100

64

304

IUBS295/100

295

100

64

Number of Fasteners (1)

Safe Working Loads (kN)

Characteristic Capacity
(kN)

Header

Joist

Long Term
Download

Short Term
Uplift

Download

Uplift

10

5.30

0.70

12.72

1.30

IUBS Item Codes and Performance Values: SDS Installation


Dimensions (mm)

Number of Fasteners

Safe Working Loads (kN)

Characteristic Capacity
(kN)

Header(2)

Joist(1)

Long Term
Download

Short Term
Uplift

Download

Uplift

IUBS195/75

195

75

64

IUBS215/75

215

75

64

253-254

IUBS249/75

249

75

64

304

IUBS295/75

295

75

64

195-202

IUBS195/100

195

100

64

7.20

0.60

17.18

1.30

Joist
Height
(mm)

Model
No.

195-202
218-223

Joist
Width
(mm)

72

97

218-223

IUBS215/100

215

100

64

253-254

IUBS249/100

249

100

64

304

IUBS295/100

295

100

64

1. 3.75 x 30mm square twist nail.


2. 6.2 x 63mm refers to a SDS Screw available from Simpson Strong-Tie, order code SDS25212.

Angle Guide Table


100mm Backplate
Skew Angle A

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100mm Backplate

Distance B (mm)

Skew Angle A

Distance B (mm)

206

45

149

15

200

52.5

130

22.5

190

60

109

30

180

67.5

86

37.5

166

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Timber Hangers for Metal Web Joists


Step 2

Step 1
Position the back plate onto the
header in the required position.

Step 3
Adjust the angle of the
back plate (if different from 45) to suit the
required angle. Use either adjustable set
square or the guide tables shown on previous
page. Bend one time only.

Secure the back plate


(inside angle) with the
specified nails.

Step 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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Step 5

Step 6

Offer the stirrup to the back plate


ensuring it is located on the correct
side (which can be either left or right
hand side).

Locate the floor joist into the 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.

Once all of the hooks (on the


back plate) are clearly through
the apertures (on stirrup) slide in
a downward direction ensuring all
hooks engage onto the
stirrup and click into position.

(Note: For enhanced download capacity


use SDS25212 screws.)

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IUQ Metal Web Joist to SIP Panel Hanger


About SIP
With the construction industry
becoming ever more conscious of
environmental issues, companies
are taking a fresh look at building
structures and carbon emissions.
Structural insulated panels (SIP)
contribute to this goal as they are
highly energy efficient and comply
with the building fabric measures
of The Code for Sustainable
Homes.

Interior Sheathing OSB

Timber

SIP Panel

Insulant

Simpson Strong-Tie has


developed a range of innovative
connectors that help build SIP
structures safely and economically,
by standardising the products
and allowing the best use of SIP
panels thermal perfomance.

Exterior Sheathing OSB


Timber

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The IUQ and HIUQ (standard


and heavy duty respectively)
can be used with either metal
web or engineered I-joists.
Joists no longer sit on top
of the wall, thus eliminating
thermal bridging at the joist/
wall junction.
Cuts down on the time
consuming and costly process
of placing timber blocking
pieces between the joists and
the wall panels, creating a
better air seal.
Installation is simple and
efficient, requiring 2 (or 4) SDS
screws (supplied with hangers).
Positive Angle Nailing (PAN)
of joist to hanger can speed
up installation while reducing
the chance of splitting the joist
bottom chords.

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The IUQ and HIUQ is the first hanger range specifically designed to allow engineered joists to be face fixed to a
structural insulated panel (SIP), when used in conjunction with the Simpson Strong-Tie patented SDS screws.

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Step 1:

Step 2:

Step 3:

Position the top of the IUQ


hanger side flanges level with
the top of the SIP panel.

Install 2 x SDS25212 screws into


the top hexagonal holes only.

Sit the joist onto the IUQ hanger


and install 2 no. 3.75 x 30mm
square twist nails into the joist
through the PAN nail holes.

IUQ and HIUQ Item Codes and Performance Values


Size Range

Joist Fastener Qty

Safe Working Loads (kN)

3.75 x 30mm

Model Series

Characteristic Capacity (kN)

Height (mm)

Width (mm)

Support
(SDS25212) 2

Carried
Member
(3.75x30)1

Short Term
Uplift

Long Term
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Uplift

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IUQ

190 - 450

40 - 100

1.0

4.1

2.0

9.9

HIUQ

190 - 450

40 - 300

4.0

8.1

8.0

19.5

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1. Refers to 3.75 x 30mm square twist nail.


2. Refers to SDS25212 (63mm long) Screws.

SDS Screw

IUQ Hanger

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JES Joist End Support


The JES is a two piece metal-work system which
enables the use of engineered timber I-joists in
loft conversions, offering a safe and economic
alternative to the traditional method which
requires steel girders.
It provides reinforcement to the joist ends where
they are cut to fit within the eaves of the existing
roof.
The I-Joists are installed from wall plate to wall
plate, which means there is no need for a costly
Party Wall Agreement.

A demonstration video can be


seen on-line at www.i-loft.co.uk.

Why Convert Lofts Using I-Joists?








No need to install steel girders.


No need to hire a crane.
I-joists installed from wall plate to wall plate.
No need for a Party Wall Agreement.
Light weight.
Loft conversions also possible in timber frame houses.
Suits roof slopes of 30 or greater.

No RSJ

No Crane Hire

Note: I-Joists supplied by others, see table below.

Patent Pending.
No Party Wall Agreement

JES Item Codes and Performance Values


Safe Working Load (kN)

Long Term
Width

Metsa Wood

James Jones

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End Bearing

JES Item Code

38-89

45-97

Steico
(Solid Sawn Flange)

45.90

Steico
(LVL Flange)

90

Boise
1000

89

Boise 10

59-89

LP

63

Medium Term

Short Term

(kN)

Height
200
220
240
300
360
400
195
220
235
245
300
350
400
200
240
300
360
400
240
300
360
400
241
302
356
406
241
302
356
406
225

Capacity

JES116SCR
JES136SCR
JES156SCR
JES216SCR
JES276SCR
JES316SCR
JES099SCR
JES124SCR
JES139SCR
JES149SCR
JES204SCR
JES254SCR
JES304SCR
JES104CR
JES144CR
JES204CR
JES264CR
JES304CR
JES156SCR
JES216SCR
JES276SCR
JES316SCR
JES179SCR
JES240SCR
JES294SCR
JES344SCR
JES159SCR
JES220SCR
JES274SCR
JES324SCR
JES144SCR

2.28

2.90

3.77

7.70

3.61

4.58

5.95

11.50

2.44

3.10

4.03

8.05

3.03
3.16
3.66

3.65
4.01
4.65

5.00
5.21
6.04

9.84
10.45
11.95

2.44

3.10

4.03

8.05

3.03
3.16
3.66

3.10
4.01
4.65

4.03
5.21
6.04

8.05
10.45
11.95

3.26

4.14

5.39

10.94

2.62

3.32

4.32

8.47

3.32

4.22

4.48

10.84

2.74

3.48

4.52

9.21

4.01
3.24

5.09
4.12

6.62
5.30

13.13
10.72

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I-Joist
Manufacturer

Characteristic

I-Joist Dimensions (mm)

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JES Installation
Step 1:
Use the JES as a template to mark the cut line and fastener hole
positions on the end of the I-joist as shown, ensuring that the ends are
flush.
Cut

Remove the JES before cutting and drilling the I-joist.

Step 2

JES (Joist End Support)


Patent Pending

Cut and drill the I-joist. Use a 6mm diameter drill bit to
create the holes.

Step 3
Securely install a JES on both sides of the I-joist using the M6 x 30mm stainless steel Hex
bolts and nylon washers supplied. Note the position of the lip on the JES which must be
installed with the lip following the top-most edge of the adapted I-joist.

Step 4
Position I-joist in between the existing
trusses as shown, ensuring that a
minimum 90mm of end bearing is achieved.

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Joist layouts will vary - please refer to


engineer responsible for floor design.

VP Loft Vent Plate


The VP is part of the I-Loft system.
The vent plate is a 1.2mm thick, 300mm long
galvanised steel plate which provides a
fast and cost effective solution to providing
ventilation in the roof space.
Once installed, it allows the six 20mm diameter
holes to be drilled, whilst maintaining the
strength of the solid sawn timber.
By providing a ventilation path though the roof,
over the insulation in the loft conversion ceiling,
the condensation problems arising from the
difference in temperature between the inside
and outside are avoided.
VP50/300

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TCP Truss Clip


The TCP truss clip attaches girders, trusses and rafters to wall plates to provide wind
restraint.


TCP Truss Clips may be used for general purposes, strongback attachments as allpurpose ties wherever one member crosses another.
Speed prong provides temporary attachment for ease of installation.
Obround holes for easier nail driving.

65
100

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation: Use all specified fasteners.

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TCP Item Codes and Performance Values


No. Fasteners2

Safe Working
Load
Short Term
Uplift

Width
(mm)

Model No.

To Truss

To Plate

Characteristic
Capacity(kN)

TCP38

38

2.13

3.41

TCP44

44

2.13

3.00

TCP47

47

2.13

2.76

TCP50

50

2.13

2.42

Typical
TCP Installation

1. Safe Working Loads are based on load tests conducted at CERAM Building Technology.
2. 3.75x30mm Square Twist Nails.

GS Glide Shoe
Glide shoes are specially designed to allow horizontal movement between raised tie trusses and wallplates.

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The GS allows lateral movement of raised tie trusses up to 15mm during installation of roofing materials and resists
uplift forces. Typically used on one or both ends of the truss as determined by the truss designer.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

GS Item Codes and Performance Values

Model No.

Width
(mm)

Fasteners
(3.75 x 30mm
Square Twist Nails)
Support

120

GS38

38

GS50

50

GS75

75

GS100

100

GS150

150

GS200

200

Carried
Member

Safe Working Loads


(kN)
Short Term
Lateral

Short Term
Uplift

Characteristic Capacity (kN)

25

62
Lateral

Uplift

97
10

3.3

1.4

6.6

2.8

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HGUS/HGUQ Face Fix Girder Truss Hanger


The HGUS is a joist hanger for supporting mono trusses and girder
trusses from timber members. The HGUQ version uses SDS screws
instead of nails for even faster and easier installation.

HGUS: Double shear nailing allows distribution of the carried


members load through two points on each nail for greater strength
(see illustration).

HGUS Installation:


Use all specified fasteners.


Verify the header can take the required fasteners specified
below.
75mm nails must be driven at 45 through the joist dome, pan
or obround nail holes, into the joist , then the header to achieve
the table loads.

HGUS

Double Shear Nailing


Unique double shear nailing feature guides the joist nails into the
joist at a 45 angle. This provides easier nail driving as the installer
doesnt need to swing the hammer sideways.

HGUQ: The SDS screws help transfer the load between plies of
the supporting truss when they penetrate all plies.

HGUQ Installation: Use all specified fasteners.

HGUQ Above

Typical Installation Below

Verify the header can take the required fasteners specified


below.
The thickness of the supporting timber must be equal or
greater than the screw length.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

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Options: Other widths of HGUS and HGUQ are available made to


order. Contact Simpson Strong-Tie for details.

HGUS/HGUQ Item Codes and Performance Values


Joist
Size
(mm)

Dimensions

Safe
Working Loads (kN)

Number of Fasteners

Model
No.
Support

Carried
Member

Short
Term
Uplift

Long
Term
Download

Medium
Term
Download

Characteristic
Download
Capacity (kN)

Characteristic
Uplift
Capacity (kN)

HGUS Nailed Installation (4)


2 Ply 35

HGUS125/80N

80

122

20

10.08

11.52

25.08

7.83

2 Ply 35

HGUS145/80N

80

145

28

10

15.14

17.31

33.34

9.78

2 Ply 47

HGUS125/105N

105

110

20

10.08

11.52

25.08

7.83

100

2 Ply 47

HGUS145/105N

105

145

28

10

15.14

17.31

33.34

9.78

3 Ply 35

HGUS145/120N

120

145

28

10

15.14

17.31

33.34

9.78

3 Ply 47

HGUS145/155N

155

145

28

10

15.14

17.31

33.34

9.78

21.30

24.40

20.70

45.50

HGUQ SDS Screw Installation (5)


2 PLY 47

HGUQ180/105SCR

105

180

3 PLY 35

HGUQ180/120SCR

120

180

3 PLY 47

HGUQ180/155SCR

155

180

4 PLY 47

HGUQ180/202SCR

202

180

100

26 - SDS25312

8 - SDS25212

10.40

1. Safe working loads have been determined in accordance with BS 5268 and are based on TR26/C27 graded timbers.
2. Characteristic values have been determined in accordance with ETAG015, TR26 and EN 14358 for use with Eurocode 5. Values are based on TR26/C27 graded timbers.
3. Uplift values have been determined by calculation in accordance with Eurocode 5. Values are based on TR26/C27 graded timbers.
4. Hanger supplied with 3.75x75mm round wire nails.
5. Hanger supplied with SDS25312 (89mm) and SDS25212 (63mm) SDS screws.

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THM Mono Truss Hanger


The THM (Truss Hanger Mono) is a joist
hanger for supporting mono trusses from
timber members.
The THM hanger offers two installation
options:

Square twist nails only.


Square twist nails and double shear
nailing.

Features Speed Prongs for ease of


installation.
B
W

THM Installed with


Square Twist Nails

Double Shear Nailing

THM Item Codes and Performance Values


Joist
Size
(mm)

Dimensions

Number of Fasteners

Model
No.
W

Support

Carried
Member

Safe
Working Loads (kN)

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

Long
Term
Download

Medium
Term
Download

Download

3.4

3.9

7.3

4.4

5.1

9.8

Installation With Square Twist Nails Only


35 or 38 x 100 to 150

THM230/38

38

44 x 100 to 150

THM230/44

44

96
93

47 x 100 to 150

THM230/47

47

91.5

50 x 100 to 150

THM230/50

50

90

35 or 38 x 100 to 150

THM230/38

38

96

44 x 100 to 150

THM230/44

44

93

47 x 100 to 150

THM230/47

47

91.5

50 x 100 to 150

THM230/50

50

90

75

10(1)

6(1)

Installation With Double Shear Nails

1. 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails.


2. 3.75 x 75mm smooth shank nails.

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10(1)

6(2)

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Double shear nailing feature


allows nails to be installed at
a 45 angle. This provides
easier nail driving as the
installer doesnt need to
swing the hammer sideways.

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THA Truss Hanger with Adjustable Height Strap


THA is a one-piece joist hanger supporting trussed rafters and composite timbers from
timber members.

THA

Provides great support with ease of installation.


Install using one nail size (3.75x30mm square twist) or use our patented option featuring
additional 3.75x75mm nails for increased performance. For further performance use
3.75x75mm nails throughout. A separate set of performance values are published for
each installation. Available in seat widths from 38mm to 100mm.

Location tab allows easier alignment to the carrying member.

Choice of installation specifications to suit wrap-over or face fix.

Speed prongs enables positioning of the hanger without nails before completing the
install.

Nailing schedules are stamped into the strap to provide the correct information to
site operatives.

The distinctive wide strap enhances the performance of the critical part of the
connection by increasing the nail spacing and providing greater bearing area on the
supporting girder.

Examples of THA
Installation
Configurations

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation: Use all specified fasteners. Alternate 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 table load.
Minimum Nailing: For applications where the strap is wrapped over the top of the
support. Install nails into each strap in the face and top of the hanger and for the THA,
75mm nails at a 45 angle through the joist into the support. Bend top flange a minimum
of 45mm for the THA.

Install
Method

Carrying
Member
Depth

Carried
Member
Depth

Carrying Member

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C27 / TR26 Graded Timber

Fasteners

Dimensions (mm)

Model
No.

Face

Top

Safe Working Loads (kN)


Carried
Member

Download

Characteristic Loads

Long

Medium

Short
Term

Download

Uplift

THA Performance Values (using 3.75 x 30mm Joist Nails)

Face Fix

Wrap Over

197mm
to
222mm

122mm
to
197mm

38

THA38

38

226.0

63.0

113.5

44

THA44

44

223.0

63.0

110.5

50

THA50

50

220.0

63.0

107.5

75

THA75

75

232.5

63.0

120.0

100

THA100

100

220.0

63.0

107.5

38

THA38

38

226.0

63.0

113.5

44

THA44

44

223.0

63.0

110.5

50

THA50

50

220.0

63.0

107.5

75

THA75

75

232.5

63.0

120.0

100

THA100

100

220.0

63.0

107.5

38

THA38

38

226.0

63.0

113.5

44

THA44

44

223.0

63.0

110.5

50

THA50

50

220.0

63.0

107.5

75

THA75

75

232.5

63.0

120.0

100

THA100

100

220.0

63.0

107.5

38

THA38

38

226.0

63.0

113.5

44

THA44

44

223.0

63.0

110.5

50

THA50

50

220.0

63.0

107.5

75

THA75

75

232.5

63.0

120.0

100

THA100

100

220.0

63.0

107.5

50
100
50
100

THA50
THA100
THA50
THA100

50
100
50
100

20 (1)

6 (1)

5.20

5.90

1.90

12.40

3.70

8 (1)

4 (1)

6 (1)

4.40

5.00

1.90

10.50

3.70

THA Performance Values (using 3.75 x 75mm Double Shear Joist Nails)

Face Fix

Wrap Over

197mm
to
222mm

122mm
to
197mm

20 (1)

6 (2)

6.40

7.30

2.70

15.40

5.30

8 (1)

4 (1)

6 (2)

6.80

7.80

2.70

16.40

5.30

8.60

9.80

THA Installation (Using 3.75 x 75mm Nails Throughout)


Face Fix

197mm
to 222mm

Wrap Over

147mm to
197mm

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

220
220
220
220

63
63
63
63

107.5
107.5
107.5
107.5

26(2)

6 (2)

14 (2)

4 (2)

6 (2)

3.75 x 30mm square twist nails.


3.75 x 75mm round wire nails.
Characteristic and Safe Working Loads are determined by test/design model and are based on C27/TR26 graded timbers.
W, H, C dimensions shown in the illustration above.
Published performance values are not dependent on the location tab being nailed.

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THGQ Heavy Duty Girder Truss Hanger


THGQ is a heavy duty girder truss hanger designed to support multiple
ply girder trusses from a vertical member of a girder truss.




Use with SDS screws instead of bolts - simplifying installation.


SDS screws (6.4 x 63.5mm) supplied with each THGQ.
Maintains the strength of the supporting truss as no material is
removed during installation.
Suitable for use on girder trusses with bottom chord depths equal
to or greater than 147mm.
For use in Service Class 1 and 2 conditions only.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


C

Installation:


Fill all holes with the specified fasteners to achive published load
capacities.
Multiple ply supporting trusses must be fastened together, as
specified by the truss manufacturer, to act as one member.
The overall thickness of the supporting trusses should be equal to
or greater than the length of the SDS screw (63.5mm).

THGQ Item Codes and Performance Values


Supported
Member

2 Ply 35

2 Ply 47

3 Ply 35
3 Ply 47 or
4 Ply 45
4 Ply 47
1.
2.
3.
4.

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Model No.

THGQ80SCR

THGQ102SCR

THGQ116SCR

THGQ154SCR

THGQ202SCR

Dimensions (mm)

Min. Width
of Vertical
Supporting
Member (mm)

147

80

675

172

197

197

222

102

116

154

202

Fastener Qty(1)

675

675

500

500

135

305

Safe Working Loads


(kN)(2)

Characteristic Capacities
(kN)(3)

Supporting Supported Med. Term Short Term


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Member
Member Download
Uplift(4)

Uplift

30

40.40

14.40

79.70

30

32.80

7.20

66.30

22.40
11.20

30

40.40

14.40

79.70

22.40

30

32.80

7.20

66.30

11.20

30

40.40

14.40

79.70

22.40

30

32.80

7.20

66.30

11.20

32

40.40

14.40

79.70

22.40

32

32.80

7.20

66.30

11.20

32

40.40

14.40

79.70

22.40

32

32.80

7.20

66.30

11.20

SDS25212 6.4 X 63.5mm structural wood srews. CE marked in accordance with EN14592.
Safe working loads have been determined in accordance with BS5268 and are based on TR26 timber.
Characteristic capacities have been determined in accordance with EN14358 and are based on C27 (TR26) timber.
Uplift values have been determined by calculation in accordance with the relevant design standard.

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NP Nail Plate
Nail plates are used to connect two or more timber members
together. They are available in a variety of sizes.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation:
Use all specified fasteners.
Install in pairs using 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails.

NP Item Codes
Dimensions (mm)

Item
Code

NP40/120

40

120

NP80/140

80

140

NP80/180

80

180

NP80/200

80

200

NP80/220

80

220

NP80/260

80

260

NP100/140

100

140

NP100/200

100

200

NP100/240

100

240

NP100/300

100

300

NP140/180

140

180

NP140/200

140

200

NP140/260

140

260

160

340

200

260

NP220/300

220

300

Typical NP Dimensions

Calculation Example:
Two plates (NP80/260) to connect a 100mm x 160mm
beam to a 100mm x 120mm post. 12 no. 3.75x30mm
square twist nails per connected timber member. Load
duration Kmod 0.70. Steel thickness 1.5mm.

28

120

160

NP160/340
NP200/260

Min 7xdn

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3.75x30 Nails (x12)

Min 15xdn

NP80/260

F 1,d

120

1.
2.

N = Number of nails.
dn = Diameter of nail.

Applied Load F1,d = 5kN


Nail Capacities:
R1,d = n x Rlat x kmod/m
Nails per timber = 12
Rlatk = 1.02kN (3.75x30mm nails and TR26 timber)
R1,d = 12 x 1.02 x 0.7/1.3 = 6.59kN
Design Check Nails:
F1,d/R1,d = 1.0 Therefore OK
5/6.59 = 0.76 Therefore OK
Plate Capacities:
R1,d = 0.9 x Anetto x fu/m
R1,d = 0.9 x 2 x 1.5 (80-4x4.1) x 330/1.3x10-3 = 43.6kN
Design Check Plates:
F1,d/R1,d = 1.0 Therefore OK
5/43.6 = 0.12 Therefore OK

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LSSU/LSU Light Slope and Skew Adjustable Hangers

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 or right up to and
including 45. All models are slope and skew adjustable on site, excluding the LSU3510-2, LSU4.12.
Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel. 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.
LSU26

LSSU Installation
Step 1

LSSU410

LSSU Installation
Step 2

Joist Size
(mm)

Model No.

Qty Fasteners

Header Joist(1)

Safe Working Loads (kN)(5)

Characteristic Capacity (kN)(5)


LVL Flanged I-Joist

Solid Sawn Flanged


I-Joist or C24 Solid
Section

Medium Term
Download

Download

Uplift

Download

LVL Flanged I-Joist

Solid Sawn Flanged I-Joist or


C24 Solid Sections

Long Term
Download

Long Term
Download

Short Uplift

Attach hanger to the


carrying member, acute
angle side first. Install nails
at an angle.

Skew flange to form acute angle.


Bend other flange back along
centerline of slots. Bend once only.

Nail hanger to slope-cut carried


member, installing seat nail first. No
bevel necessary for skewed installation.
Dimension

LSSU Installation
Step 3

Medium Term Short Uplift


Download

Uplift

LSU26

38

124

75

6(2)

1.28

2.84

3.24

1.28

3.03

3.46

6.81

2.55

7.26

2.55

38 x 241

LSSU28

38

181

90

10 (2)

1.19

2.14

2.44

1.19

3.03

3.46

5.13

2.38

7.26

2.38

38 x 302

LSSU210

38

216

90

10 (2)

1.19

2.14

2.44

1.19

3.03

3.46

5.13

2.38

7.26

2.38

45 x 241 to 356

LSSUI25

45

216

90

10 (2)

1.19

2.14

2.44

1.19

3.03

3.46

5.13

2.38

7.26

2.38

47 x 195 to 245

LSSU170/50

50

170

90

10 (2)

11

2.86

4.73

5.40

11.35

5.71

47 x 300 to 450

LSSU275/50

50

275

90

18 (2)

11

2.86

4.41

5.04

10.59

5.71

51 x 241 to 356

LSSUI2.06

52

216

90

10 (2)

1.19

2.14

2.44

5.13

2.38

58 x 241 to 356

LSSUI35

60

216

90

10 (2)

1.19

2.14

2.44

1.99

4.14

4.73

5.13

2.38

9.93

3.98

63 x 195 to 245

LSSU170/66

66

170

90

10 (2)

11

2.86

4.73

5.40

11.35

5.71

63 x 300 to 450

LSSU275/66

66

275

90

18 (2)

11

2.86

4.41

5.04

10.59

5.71

70 195 to 300

LSSU170/71

71

170

90

10 (2)

11

1.19

3.81

4.35

2.86

4.73

5.40

9.14

2.38

11.35

5.71

70 x 300 to 450

LSSU170/71

71

275

90

18 (2)

11

1.19

3.81

4.35

2.86

4.41

5.04

9.14

2.38

10.59

5.71

72 x 195 to 300

LSSU170/75

75

170

90

14 (2)

12

2.86

4.73

5.40

11.35

5.71

72 x 300 to 400

LSSU275/75

75

275

90

18 (2)

12

2.86

4.41

5.04

10.59

5.71

(2) 38 x 241

LSSU210-2

78

216

90

18 (3)

12

1.19

3.81

4.35

9.14

2.38

89 x 241 to 356

LSSU410

90

216

90

18 (3)

12

1.50

4.65

5.32

2.39

5.19

5.93

11.17

2.99

12.45

4.78

(2) 47 x 195 to 300

LSSU170/96

96

170

90

14 (2)

11

2.86

4.73

5.40

11.35

5.71

(2) 47 x 300 to 450 LSSU275/96

96

175

90

18 (2)

11

2.86

4.41

5.04

10.59

5.71

97 x 195 to 300

LSSU170/100 100

170

90

14 (2)

12

2.86

5.46

6.24

13.11

5.71

97 x 300 to 400

LSSU275/100 100

275

90

18 (2)

12

2.86

5.95

6.80

14.29

5.71

(2) 51 x 241 to 356

LSU4.12

105

228

90

24 (3)

12

2.99

4.65

5.32

11.17

5.98

(2) 58 x 241 to 356

LSU3510-2

120

228

90

24 (3)

12

2.99

6.33

7.23

2.28

5.23

5.98

15.19

5.98

12.55

4.55

38 x 241

LSSU28

38

181

90

9 (2)

0.74

1.44

1.64

1.19

1.35

1.54

3.45

1.47

3.24

2.38

38 x 302

LSSU210

38

216

90

9 (2)

0.74

1.44

1.64

1.19

1.35

1.54

3.45

1.47

3.24

2.38

45 x 241 to 356

LSSUI25

45

216

90

9 (2)

0.74

1.44

1.64

1.19

3.38

3.86

3.45

1.47

8.10

2.38

47 x 195 to 245

LSSU170/50

50

170

90

9 (2)

11

2.86

2.64

3.02

6.34

5.71

47 x 300 to 450

LSSU275/50

50

275

90

15 (2)

11

2.86

4.49

5.13

10.78

5.71

51 x 241 to 356

LSSUI2.06

52

216

90

9 (2)

0.74

1.44

1.64

3.45

1.47

58 x 241 to 356

LSSUI35

60

216

90

9 (2)

0.74

1.44

1.64

1.99

3.38

3.86

3.45

1.47

8.10

3.98

Skewed Hangers or Sloped and Skewed

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63 x 195 to 245

LSSU170/66

66

170

90

9 (2)

11

2.86

2.64

3.02

6.34

5.71

63 x 300 to 450

LSSU275/66

66

275

90

15 (2)

11

2.86

4.49

5.13

10.78

5.71

70 x 195 to 300

LSSU170/71

71

170

90

9 (2)

11

1.19

2.84

3.24

2.86

2.64

3.02

6.81

2.38

6.34

5.71

70 x 195 to 450

LSSU275/71

71

275

90

15 (2)

11

1.19

2.84

3.24

2.86

2.64

3.02

6.81

2.38

6.34

5.71

72 x 195 to 300

LSSU170/75

75

170

90

9 (2)

11

2.86

2.64

3.02

6.34

5.71

72 x 300 to 400

LSSU275/75

75

275

90

15 (2)

11

2.86

4.49

5.13

10.78

5.71

(2) 38 x 241

LSSU210-2

78

216

90

14 (3)

12

1.19

2.84

3.24

6.81

2.38

89 x 241 to 356

LSSU410

90

216

90

14 (3)

12

1.50

3.00

3.43

2.39

2.97

3.39

7.20

2.99

7.12

4.78

(2) 47 x 195 to 300

LSSU170/96

96

170

90

9 (2)

11

2.86

2.64

3.02

6.34

5.71

(2) 47 x 300 to 450 LSSU275/96

96

175

90

15 (2)

11

2.86

4.49

5.13

10.78

5.71

97 x 195 to 300

LSSU170/100 100

170

90

9 (2)

11

2.86

1.95

2.23

4.69

5.71

97 x 300 to 400

LSSU275/100 100

275

90

15 (2)

11

2.86

3.40

3.89

8.16

5.71

(2) 51 x 241 to 356

LSU4.12

105

228

90

24 (3)

12

1.50

3.00

3.43

7.20

2.99

(2) 58 x 241 to 356

LSU3510-2

120

228

90

24 (3)

12

1.83

4.64

5.30

2.28

4.95

5.66

11.14

3.66

11.89

4.55

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Use 3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Nails.


Use 3.75 x 75 Nails.
Use 4.0 x 100mm Nails.
Except LSU26, some face nails are not fitted in the flange on the acute angle side for skewed installations. Fill all nail holes on the obtuse angle side.
Loads are based upon supported member types.
LSU3510-2 and LSU4.12 factory skewed, field sloped.

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Sloped Hangers Only


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VPA Variable Pitch Connector


An engineered one-piece connector for attaching I-Joist rafters
to wall plates.

The VPA is adjustable to slopes between 15 and 45 with


a special interlock design indicating when the maximum
pitch is reached. This product complements the versatile
LSSU.
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 need for bevelled plates and
toenailing. It has positive angle nailing to speed installation
and to minimise wood splitting.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation:


Use all specified fasteners.


Face fasteners attached to both upper and lower top plates.
See VPA installation sequence shown.

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VPA installation sequence

Step 1
Install top nails and face PAN nails
in the A flange to outside wall top
plate.

Step 2
Seat rafter with a hammer,
adjusting the B flange to
the required pitch.

Fasteners
Joist
Size
(mm)

VPA
Item
Codes

38

VPA2

45
47

Corresponding
LSSU
Item Code

W
(mm)

Supporting

Supported

Member (2) Member (1)

Step 3
Install B flange nails in
the obround nails holes,
locking the pitch.

Safe Working Loads (kN)


Short

Medium

Term

Term

Uplift

Down

Step 4
Install rafter PAN nails.

Characteristic Capacity (kN)


Solid Section

F1 Short F2 Short

Grade C24

I-Joists
LVL Flanges

Solid Flanges

Term

Term

Download

Uplift

Lateral

Download

Uplift

Lateral

Download

Uplift

Lateral

3.33

1.45

1.09

5.23

1.40

0.95

5.23

3.87

1.94

5.23

1.40

0.69

LSSU28

39

1.09

VPA25

LSSUI25

46

1.09

3.74

1.45

1.09

5.60

1.40

0.95

5.60

3.87

1.94

5.60

1.40

0.69

VPA50

LSSU***/50

50

0.70

2.49

0.47

5.23

1.40

0.95

5.23

3.87

1.94

5.23

1.40

0.69

50

VPA2.06

LSSUI2.06

52

1.09

4.16

1.45

1.09

5.60

1.40

0.95

5.60

3.87

1.94

5.60

1.40

0.69

59

VPA35

LSSUI35

59

1.09

5.54

1.45

1.09

5.60

1.40

0.95

5.60

3.87

1.94

5.60

1.40

0.69

63

VPA66

LSSU***/66

66

0.70

2.66

0.47

5.60

1.40

0.95

5.60

3.87

1.94

5.60

1.40

0.69

68

VPA71

LSSU***/71

71

0.70

2.66

0.47

5.60

1.40

0.95

5.60

3.87

1.94

5.90

1.40

0.69

72

VPA75

LSSU***/75

75

11

0.70

3.73

0.47

7.84

1.40

0.95

7.84

3.87

1.94

7.84

1.40

0.69

90

VPA4

LSSU410

90

11

1.09

4.56

1.45

1.09

7.84

1.40

0.95

7.84

3.87

1.94

7.84

1.40

0.69

(2) 47

VPA96

LSSU***/96

96

11

0.70

3.73

0.47

7.84

1.40

0.95

7.84

3.87

1.94

7.84

1.40

0.69

100

VPA100

LSSU***/100

100

11

0.70

3.73

0.47

7.84

1.40

0.95

7.84

3.87

1.94

7.84

1.40

0.69

1. Use 3.75 x 30mm Square Twist Nails.


2. Use 3.75 x 75mm Round Wire Nails.
3. The characteristic loads are based on using the corresponding LSSU connector listed in the table.

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HRC Hip Ridge Connector


The HRC is a one-piece connector for supporting hip members from the
ridge beam or rafters.

90

It is site adjustable slope for right and left 45 to cater for the hip pitch for
both left and right rafters.

216

Material:
Pre-galvanised mild steel

Installation:

On the end of the ridge, use optional slots to secure the HRC50 and
HRC1.81. Bend face flanges back flush with the ridge, and complete
the nailing.
On face of ridge, adjust to correct height and install nails.
Obround nail holes ease rafter installation.
Optional diamond holes on the HRC range (except HRC44) are for
installation convenience.
Double bevel cut hip members to achieve full bearing capacity.
May be sloped to 45 with no reduction in loads.

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HRC44

Typical HRC Installation on the Edge of a Ridge

Optional HRC Installation

HRC Item Codes and Performance Values


Dimensions (mm)

No. Fasteners
(3.75 x 30mm)

Safe Working Loads


(kN)

Model No.
Width

Ridge

Carrying
Member

Each Hip

Short Term
Uplift

46

38 to 45

16

HRC50

50

38 to 50

16

HRC44

90

89

24 (2)

HRC1.81

Download
Uplift

Download

3.46

0.94

2.82

2.78

3.46

0.94

2.82

6.18

6.81

3.52

10.36

Long
Term

Medium
Term

0.93

2.78

0.93

6 (2)

1.85

1. Performance values shown are for each hip. Total load carried by the connector is double this number.
2. Use 4.0 x 90mm nails with the HRC44.

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Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

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RR Ridge Rafter Connector

W1

25

The RR ridge rafter connector provides alignment control and correct nailing
locations. The RR may be used with any rafter slope up to 30.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation:

Use all specified fasteners.

82
W2

Dimensions
(mm)
Minimum
Joist Size (mm)

Number of
Fasteners
(3.75 x 30mm)

Model No.
W1

W2

38 x 100

RR

102

38

50 x 100

RR50

112

50

Safe
Working Loads
(kN)

Characteristic
Load (kN)

Support

Joist

Long Term
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Download

4 (1)

4 (1)

1.40

0.62

1. Refers to 3.75x30mm square twist nails.

SPR50 Slope Adjustable Hanger

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The SPR50 connector supports joists or


rafters from other timber members and can
be sloped up or down by up to 45



Slope angle can be adjusted on-site.


Can be sloped to any angle up to 45.
Requires one size of nail only: 3.75 x
30mm square twist.
Supports a range of timber heights
from 145mm to 200mm

132mm

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


75mm

Installation: Use all specified fasteners.



Bend only once.


To ensure proper seat installation,
install the bottom nails prior to the side
nails.
Attach the sloped joist at both ends
so that the horizontal force developed
by the slope is fully supported by the
carried members.

50mm

SPR50 Item Codes and Performance Values

Supported
Member Size (mm)

47 x 145 - 200

Item
Code

SPR50

Safe
Working Loads (kN)

Number of
Fasteners
(3.75 x 30mm)

Supporting
Member

Supported
Member

14

10

Characteristic Load (kN)

Download

Short
Term
Uplift

Long Term

Medium
Term

1.90

2.81

3.20

Uplift

Download

3.81

6.75

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VTCR Valley Truss Clip


The VTCR is designed to to connect valley trusses to common trusses.





Structural valley connection.


Single sided for new construction or retro fit.
Field adjustment for pitch. Adjustable between 10 and 40 degrees.
Eliminates bottom chord bevelling or wedging.
Reduces valley installation cost.
Reduces valley truss manufacture cost.

Material:
Pre-galvanised mild steel.

No. Fasteners

Safe Working Load (kN)

Model No.

Common
Truss
(3.35mm x 65mm)

Valley
Truss
(3.75 x 30mm)

Short Term
Uplift

Long Term
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VTCR

1.64

3.5

VTCR Installed
50mm

63mm

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Buildings

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Solutions
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Buildings
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Timber Frame Connectors

TFLS Levelling System


TFLS provides the combined function of levelling and fixing the sole plate to the foundation or substructure.
It comprises a universal base plate and packing pieces which can be added or removed as required. The system
transfers vertical and lateral loads from the wall to the foundation.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.





Suitable for use with traditional timber frame


walls and closed panel systems.
Adaptable - accommodates structural packing
up to 30mm deep.
Universal - suitable for walls of 89mm and
140mm construction.
Flexible - packing pieces can easily be added
or removed from the base plate to achieve the
required depth.
Structural - Satisfies NHBC requirements for
permanent structural packing of the sole plate
when installed at load points.
Multiple nail holes in bracket offer a variety of
nailing options.

TFLSPK140
(Packer)

TFLSB
(Bracket)

129-150

Patent Pending GB 0816765.2

TFLSB

Multiple nail holes ( 3.1mm).

89mmm

140mmm

83mmm

TFLSPK140
(140x39 Packer)

TFLSPK89
(89x39 Packer)

TFLS Installed
with SIP Panels.

TFLS Item Codes

132

Model
Number

Description

Size (mm)

TFLSB

Universal Bracket

89 x 140 x 83 x 1.0

TFLSPK89

89mm Packer

89 x 39 x 2.0

TFLSPK140

140mm Packer

140 x 39 x 2.0

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Typical TFLS
Installation

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Timber Frame Connectors


Standard Installation.

TFLS Bracket and


packers.

Starting at the highest point of the foundation slab, position


and install the TFLS bracket, including one packer underneath
the sole plate.

TFLS installed at
1200mm centres, unless
otherwise specified.

Position and install a second TFLS bracket at one end of


the sole plate and level to the first by adding packers to the
second TFLS bracket. If necessary, install a third TFLS at the
other end of the sole plate and level to the first.

Wall Panel Stud


Bottom Rail of
Wall panel

Infill between TFLS brackets with additional brackets. Level by


adding packers as necessary to each bracket. Ideally position
infill brackets under load points (stud positions) at centres
specified by the engineer/building designer.

Sole Plate

129-150
TFLS packers.

Repeat process around the rest of the building. Once the


ground floor walls are in situ, install packers under the load
points not supported by a TFLS bracket.

Packers installed
at intermediate
load points.
DPC

Bracket/packer configuration may be used as


illustrated below.

Alternate Installation
(aids levelling the mortar bed).
Starting at the highest point of the foundation slab, position and
install the TFLS bracket including one packer.

Mortar/screed infill between


TFLS packers.

Position and install a second TFLS bracket at the opposite end


of the foundation slab and level to the first by adding packers as
necessary to the second TFLS bracket.
Infill between first and second TFLS brackets with additional
brackets. Level by adding packers as necessary to each bracket.

TFLS Bracket and packers.

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Using the levelled TFLS as a guide, mortar between the brackets


to produce a level base for the sole plate to sit on - ensuring the
mortar bed is the full width of the sole plate.

Please Note:


The TFLS is laid on top of the DPC.


Fixing of the TFLS bracket to the foundation and the sole plate shall be in accordance with the
engineers instructions.
If the TFLS bracket and/or packers are installed at every load point then it is not necessary to
fill the void between the underside of the sole plate and the foundation with structural grout
(filling of void may be required to satisfy other regulations or requirements, i.e. Part L and Part E
regulations).

SPA Sole Plate Anchor


Versatile anchor to attach timber sole plates to concrete
foundations.

Installation:


Fasteners can be located where suitable.


The SPA is laid on top of the DPC, lined up and shotfired to
the concrete base.
The timber is then laid down and secured with nails through
the upright flange of the anchor.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Typical SPA Installation

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Timber Frame Connectors

ETFSS Hold Down Strap


ETFSS hold down strap provides restraint against uplift to timber frame
structures keeping them firmly to the ground.
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 to 100mm.





Quick and simple to install.


One size strap suits cavities from 50 to 100mm.
CE Marked.
Tested at Ceram Building Technology in accordance with BS EN 846-4,
evaluated in accordance with BS EN 845-1.
Meets NHBC Technical requirements.
Meets NSAI Technical requirements.

ETFSS = 345mm
ETFSS06 = 155mm

Material: Stainless steel.


Installation: Use all specified fasteners. Verify that the header can take
the required fasteners specified in the table.

ETFSS Item Codes and Performance Values


Dimension (mm)

Model
No.

Overall Length

ETFSS

Thickness

Width

Cavity
(mm)

SWL
Short Term
Uplift (kN)

Declared
Load
(kN)

Type

Timber End

Opt 1

50

3.0

6.3

Opt 2

51-100

1.5

3.2

50

2.7

5.4

51-100

1.4

2.9

380mm

800
1.2

ETFSS06

Qty of Fasteners

610

33
Opt 1

Opt 1 = 3.35 x 50mm Stainless Steel Annular Ring Shank Nails - fill all round holes.
Opt 2 = 3.35 x 50mm Stainless Steel Annular Ring Shank Nails - fill all round and triangular holes.
50-100mm

Typical ETFSS Installation

Location and spacing of straps to be


specified by the building designer.

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BTS/SWT Brick to Timber and Brick to SIP Tie


The BTS and SWT are wall ties used to restrain the external brickwork back to the building structures, while
maintaining a clear cavity.
The BTS and SWT offer an outstanding combination of performance and cost in a wall tie for use with timber frame or
SIP (Structural Insulated Panels). Accommodates movement in timber frame and SIP structures allowing up to 24mm of
movement.

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

BTS50N

Timber Frame Installation


Use 3.35mm x 50mm stainless steel annular ring shank nails (supplied with tie).

BTS50N

BTS75N

BTS100N

50mm Cavity

75mm Cavity

100mm Cavity

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BTS Compressive Load Capacity 414N.


BTS Tensile Load Capacity 600N.

SWT Installation
BTS Installation

SIP Installation
For use on SIP's the SWT is installed with a stainless steel screw (supplied with the tie) and can be
positioned anywhere on the panel.
SWT50

SWT75

SWT100

50mm Cavity

75mm Cavity

100mm Cavity

SWT Compressive Load Capacity 414N.


SWT Tensile Load Capacity 714N.
SWT Screw
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Timber Frame Connectors

IC Insulation Clip
The IC Insulation clip provides a quick and simple method of retaining rigid insulation within a timber frame panel,
creating a controlled gap for services. The IC saves time by allowing the insulation to be installed from the same side
as the sheathing, which elminates the need to turn the panel during construction. And since it fixes to the stud via the
speed prong feature - no nailing is required.

Sizes to suit common stud widths.


Multiple depths to suit common thickness of rigid insulation.
Insulation installed same side as the sheathing - panel no longer needs to be turned during construction.
No nails required, speed prong feature fixes into the stud.
Split into two halves for single use around door and window openings, cripple studs and panel end studs
Manufactured from 0.5mm galvanised steel.

Installation:
1. Make up the timber frame panel with the top and bottom rails and studs.
2. Position IC clip on the studs and fix.
3. Cut rigid insulation to size and push fit between the studs.
4. Fix sheathing board onto the panel.

Insulation clip

IC Item Codes
Stud
Thickness

Rigid insulation

38mm

Timber stud

Front View
Timber top rail

Insulation clip

Insulation clip

Timber stud

Timber stud

Width
(mm)

IC71/38

71
81

IC91/38

91

IC101/38

101

IC106/38

106
38
111

IC121/38

121

IC136/38

136

IC165/38

165

IC176/38

176

IC71/45

71

IC91/45

91

IC101/45

101

IC106/45
45mm
Rigid insulation

Sheathing

Timber bottom rail

136

Rigid insulation

Height
(mm)

IC81/38

IC111/38

Top View
Sheathing

Item Code

IC111/45

106
45
111

IC121/45

121

IC165/45

165

IC176/45

176

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PWT Party Wall Tie


The PWT200 is the first connector specifically
designed and engineered to connect the party
walls of timber framed buildings.

75

62 50

50

62 75

75

62 50

50

62 75

Its manufactured using minimum material section for optimum sound performance. This 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 75mm stamped on the
upper surface to help check for a consistent cavity width up through the building.
As it has been designed specifically for purpose, the nail holes (just four 3.75 x 30mm at each end) are positioned to
ensure the minimum edge distances are always achieved.



Meets the requirements of Part E of The Building Regulations (Resistance to the Passage of Sound).
Suits timber frame party wall cavities from 50 to 75mm.
Can be used on Closed Panel Construction where 50mm stiffening rib helps to check that minimum 50mm cavity
width has been achieved.
Minimum material section for optimum sound performance.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation:



Quick and easy installation using only 8 No. 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails 4 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.

PWT Performance Values


Dimensions (mm)

Model No.

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PWT200

Fasteners

Length

Width

Material

Qty

Specification

200

25

1.5

3.75 x 30mm

Safe Working Load


(kN)
1.78

Typical PWT Installation

Below: PWT Installed to SIP

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A34/A35 Framing Anchors


36

The A35 anchors exclusive bending slot allows


instant, accurate bending on site for all two and
three-way ties.

36

36

36

76

Balanced, completely reversible design allows


the A35 to be used to secure a wide variety of
connections.

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A35

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

38

Installation: Use all the specified fasteners.

A34

A34/A35 item Codes and Performance Values


Model
No.

Type of
Connection

Fasteners
(3.75 x 30mm
Square Twist)

A34

12

A35

Direction
of Load

12

Safe Working Loads (kN) Long Characteristic Capacity (kN)


Term C16 Timber
C24 Timber

F1

1.30

0.97

F2

1.06

0.63

F1

1.30

1.33

F2

1.46

0.89

F1

0.98

0.60

F2

0.64

0.59

F3

0.98

0.46
1.03

F1

0.98

F2

0.98

1.14

F3

0.57

0.84

1. Safe working loads are for one anchor. When the anchors are installed on each side of the joist, the minimum joist thickness is 75mm.
2. Characteristic capacities are for one anchor. When anchors are installed on each side of the joist the minimum thickness is 47mm.
3. 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.

1: A34

2: A35

3: A35

4: A35

F1
F2

Beam to Posts
A and B Legs Outside

Ceiling Joists
To Beam

Joists
To Beam

Studs to Plate
with B Leg Outside

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Joists to Plate
with A Leg Inside

F1
F2

F3

F3

Chimney Framing

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L70 Reinforcing Bracket


A reinforcing angle designed to transfer loads between 2 ply floor joists/
metal web joists. The L70 Reinforcing Angle may be used in pairs to transfer
the loads between floor joist plys.

35
60

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation: Use all the specified fasteners.

Use in pairs; as illustrated. The distance between the centre of each


L70 in the pair should not exceed 300mm.
Nail the shorter sides of the L70s into the sides of the loaded joist
member.
Nail the longer sides of the L70s into the top of the clipped joist
member.
Floor decking shall be applied to the top chord of each joist. Attach
decking to each joist with nails or screws at a maximum of 300mm
centres.

Model
No.
L70

LOADED
TRUSS

Safe Working
Loads (kN) (1)

No. Fasteners (2)


(3.75 x 30mm)

Qty

178

C16 Timber

TR26 Timber

3.42

3.96

16

60mm
CLIPPED
FLOOR TRUSS

300mm (MAX)

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 30mm refers to square twist nails.
3. Allowable loads shown are for joist top chord applications only.
4. Allowable loads shown are for downward vertical floor loads only.

% of Applied Load Transferred to Clipped Truss


F TRANSFER

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L/D
L70 Position

L/D
Greater or equal
12

Middle 2 3 of Joist Span

40%

20%

End 16 of Span

25%

20%

Typical L70 Installation

L/D
Less Than 12

1.
2.
3.
4.

L/D = Truss Span (mm) divided by Joist Depth (mm).


The joist designer shall determine the L/D ratio required to ensure satisfactory joist performance.
The joist designer shall design each joist to meet all applicable code requirements.
The joist designer must determine the quantity and spacing of pairs based on load capacity requirements. Provide a pair of L70s at each load
application point unless the loaded joist is designed for the total load applied between the L70s. (Load transfer shall not exceed the applicable table
value or the limits stated in the notes).
5. Loads may not be increased for construction or other loading conditions.

A Angles

W2

The A angles versatility means it can be used in many applications requiring 90 fixing.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

1.2

Fasteners

Dimension

Model
Material
No.
A21

A88

Base

SWL (kN)
Post

F1

F2

W1

W2

Bolts

Nails

Bolts

Nails

50

38

35

21

21

0.61

0.51

41

1.22

1.22

A23

1.2

50

38

70

41

A33

2.5

75

75

38

42

42

1.80

0.96

A88

2.5

200

200

50

3 - 10mm

3 - 10mm

1. Use 3.75 x 30mm nails.


2. Use 3.75 x 75mm nails.

W1

Typical
A21-A23
Installation

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Technical Information
Characteristic Values
The characteristic values (Fk) have been determined in accordance with Eurocode 5 and ETAG 015, which are defined
by the relevant European Technical Approval. The design values are obtained from the following formula:

Fdesign = Fk x kmod

Where: Kmod - modification factor, dependent on the service class, the duration of load and the type of material used.

- partial safety factor.

F1
F1

F2

F1

F3

Beam or Rigid Support

Beam or Rigid Support

2 brackets per assembly

1 bracket per assembly

Beam or Rigid Support

Load Application
F1 - Tensile Force
When application is with 2 brackets the tensile force occurs in the central axis of the joint.

When application is with 1 bracket only:


If the structure prevents rotation or failure of the supported member, the tensile resistance is equal to half of the
value for 2 brackets - otherwise:
The tensile resistance of the assembly depends on the distance << f >> between the vertical contact surface
and the point of load application.

F2 & F3 - Lateral Force:


When application is with 1 bracket only: the value of resistance is equal half of that given for two brackets.

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The above is only valid if the application is in accordance with the diagrams shown above.
All units are in kilo Newtons (kN).

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Combined Loads
In cases of combined loads, the following check shall be verified:
F2 and F3 are opposing forces.

F1 + F2 + F3 :

Type of Application
The characteristic values published are dependent on the type of application and material to which they are fixed.
There are three main categories as shown below.

Fixing - Timber/Timber
Type Beam/Beam

Fixing - Timber/Timber
Type Post/Beam

Fixing - Timber/Concrete
Type Beam/Rigid Support

For each of these types of application, full nailing conditions apply, ie. every nail hole is filled.

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Timber Strength Class


The values correspond to the the use of timber class C24 for structural applications.
For a higher grade of timber the tabular values remain unchanged.
For a lower class of timber the tabulated values should be factored down with the kdens coefficient as shown:

Where



350

= Characteristic density of timber used in accordance with BS EN 338.


= Characteristic density of timber class C24 in accordance with BS EN 338.

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ABR/E/EB Reinforced Angle Brackets


Heavy angles for general connecting of timber at 90 angles. Reinforced ribs add extra rigidity.
Typical application include fixing trusses, purlins and posts. Suitable support materials include solid timber, composite
timber, laminated timber and trusses.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel (except E2IX: stainless steel).


A

A
A

E2/2,5/7090

E5/2C50

EB/7076

E9S/2,5

Dimensions (mm)
Model
No.

ABR105-R

Fixing Holes

Thickness

E5/2C50

2.0

65

75

E2/2,5/7090

2.5

65

Nails

Bolts

Leg B

Leg C

Leg B

48

1(1)

Leg C
1(1)

90

90

10

10

1(2)

1(2)

E2IX(5)

2.5

65

90

90

10

10

1(2)

1(2)

E9S/2,5

2.5

65

150

90

14

2(2)

1(2)

E9/2,5

2.5

65

150

150

14

14

2(2)

EB/7070

2.0

55

70

70

1(4)

EB/7076

3.0

76

90

48

12

3(3)

1(3)

ABR105-R

3.0

90

105

105

14

10

1(2)

3(2)

(2)

(4)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

11mm Obround.
11mm.
13mm.
8.5mm.
Manufactured from Stainless Steel.
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Connection with Timber/Timber type Beam/Beam: 2 Brackets


Fixing Holes
Model
No.

Characteristic Values (kN)

Nails
Leg B

Tension (F1)
Leg C

4.0 x 35mm

(1)

Shear (F2=F3)

4.0 x 50mm

(2)

4.0 x 35mm (1) 4.0 x 50mm (2)

E5/2C50

5.20

6.40

4.90

6.40

E2/2,5/7090

10

10

6.60

10.60

7.60

10.50

E9S/2,5

14

4.70

7.70

8.70

11.90

E9/2,5

14

14

4.90

8.20

9.30

13.00

EB/7070

4.40

7.10

4.40

6.80

EB/7076

12

4.90

7.90

10.70

16.30

ABR105-R

14

10

8.90

14.30

13.60

19.10

Connection with Timber/Timber type Post/Beam: 2 Brackets


Fixing Holes
Model
No.

Characteristic Values (kN)

Nails
Leg B

Tension (F1)
Leg C

4.0 x 35mm

(1)

Shear (F2=F3)

4.0 x 50mm

(2)

4.0 x 35mm (1) 4.0 x 50mm (2)

E9S/2,5

14

2.80

4.80

7.10

9.80

E9/2,5

14

14

3.10

5.10

6.70

9.60

Connection with Timber/Concrete Support type Beam/Rigid Support: 2 Brackets


Fixing Holes
Model
No.

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Characteristic Values (kN)


Tension (F1)

Shear (F2=F3)

Nails

Bolts

Leg B

Leg C

E5/2C50

1 M10

3.90

6.00

2.20

2.90

EB/7076

12

1 M12

12.70

16.80

6.90

11.05

4.0 x 35mm

(1)

4.0 x 50mm

(1)

4.0 x 35mm (1) 4.0 x 50mm (1)

1. 4.0 x 35mm refers to a 35mm


long CNA connector nail with
a diameter of 4mm.
2. 4.0 x 50mm refers to a 50mm
long CNA connector nail with
a diameter of 4mm.
3. Full nailing conditions apply.
4. Load capacities are only
applicable when using 4mm
diameter annular ring shank
nails.

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EA Light Reinforced Angle Bracket


These angle brackets are used to assemble structural joinery for
internal applications.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Model
No.

Dimensions (mm)

Fixing Holes
Nails
Bolts
(5mm) (11mm)

Thickness

W1

W2

EA444/2C50

2.0

40

40

40

EA554/2C50

2.0

50

50

40

EA664/2C50

2.0

60

60

40

10

EA756/2C50

2.0

50

70

60

10

W1

W2
EA444/2C50 (EA554/2C50 Similar)

W1

EA664/2C50

W2

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EC Light Duty Angle Bracket


These angle brackets are used for many DIY applications. They are
generally adapted to reinforce structural pieces of furniture.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Model
No.

Dimensions (mm)

Fixing Holes

Thickness

W1

W2

Screws

EC30/2C50

2.0

30

30

15

4 x 4.2mm

EC40/2C50

2.0

40

40

15

4 x 4.2mm

EC50/2C50

2.0

50

50

15

4 x 4.2mm

EC80/2,5C50

2.5

80

80

15

6 x 4.2mm

EC90/3C50

2.0

90

90

18

4 x 5.5mm

EC80/2,5C50
W1

W2

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EFIXR/S Adjustable Angle Brackets


These angles are used for internal connections.

EFIXS120C50

Various bracket heights.


Two slotted fixing holes for easier adjustment.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Dimensions (mm)

Model
No.

Fixing Holes

Thickness

W1

W2

Nails
(5mm)

EFIXR553C50

2.0

50

50

30

EFIXR753C50

2.0

70

50

30

EFIXS100C50

2.5

98

52

30

10

EFIXS120C50

3.0

117

52

30

10

W1

Bolt Slots (mm)


6.5 x 30
8.5 x 30
6.5 x 50
8.5 x 30
6.5 x 65
8.5 x 30
6.5 x 65

W2

8.5 x 30

END Multi Angle Bracket


These angle brackets are designed to ensure versatility.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

END55/1,5C50

END100/1,5C50

Dimensions (mm)

Fixing Holes/Slots

W1
Thickness

W1

W2

Side W1

1.5

55

72

30

6.5x30mm
Slot

1.5

100

72

Side W2
9mm Hole
9 x 25mm Slot

2 x 6.5mm Hole

9mm Hole

6.5x45mm Slot

9 x 25mm Slot

W2

30

1. Use M6 bolts W1 and M8 Bolts W2.

ES Nail Plate Angle Bracket


Simple angle brackets which are very versatile, used for timber to timber
connections.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

W1

Notes for table below.


1. 4.0 x 35mm refers to a 35mm long annular ring shank nail fastener with a diameter
of 4mm (Item code CNA4,0X35).
2. 4.0 x 50mm refers to a 50mm long annular ring shank nail fastener with a diameter
of 4mm (item code CNA4,0X50).
3. Full nailing conditions apply.
4. Load capacities only apply when the bracket is fixed using 4mm diameter annular
ring shank CNA nails.

No. of Nails
Model
No.

144

Leg W1 Leg W2

Dimensions (mm)
Thickness

W1

W2

W2

Characteristic Values (kN)


L

Tension (F1)

Shear (F2 = F3)

4.0 x 35mm 4.0 x 50mm 4.0 x 35mm 4.0 x 50mm

ES10/40C50

2.5

60

60

40

2.4

3.1

2.3

3.1

ES10/60C50

2.5

60

60

60

3.6

4.9

5.6

7.4

ES11/60

11

11

2.5

80

80

60

3.6

4.9

7.3

9.8

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ABC Angle Bracket for Cladding


The ABC angle bracket has been designed to fix vertical battens directly to the
supporting structure without the need for additonal battens, it creates a zone for
insulation and/or ventilation between the wall and the cladding.




Connect vertical battens directly to the supporting structure.


No need for horizontal battens.
Creates a zone for insulation or ventilation.
Reduces installation time, materials and cost.
Suitable for cavities 50mm to 145mm.

L
W1

W2

Vertical Cladding

Supporting Structure

ABC Bracket

Horizontal Cladding

Vertical Batten

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Insulation

Horizontal Batten

Horizontal
Cladding Boards

F2

Vertical
Cladding Boards

ABC Bracket

F1

Item Codes and Characteristic Performances


Characteristic Values (kN) per 1 Bracket
Dimensions (mm)

Item
Reference

W1

W2

ABC100/2,5

52

65

97

ABC120/2,5

52

65

117

ABC140/2,5

52

65

137

ABC160/2,5

52

65

157

Vertical
Horizontal
Slip under load measured at
extremity of bracket (F1 on diagram (F2 on diagram
above)
above)
Supported
1mm
3mm

Fixings

Supporting

0.22
1

0.36

1.56
0.18

0.31

1. Supporting 1 x M8 bolt.
2. Supported 2 x CSA5,0X40.

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H High Wind Ties

35

Designed to provide ties for trusses and rafters likely to be subject to


high winds, this versatile range may be used for general purposes,
strongback attachments and as all-purpose ties where one timber
crosses another.

41

H2.5A and H4 may be installed in pairs to achieve twice the stated safe
working loads. Where the truss thickness is less than 63mm install
diagonally across from each other, as shown in the illustration below.

55

H2.5A

The H4 has a unique shape that requires fewer nails. The design allows
for installation on the inside of the wall plate without interfering with the
gypsum board or for installation on the outside of the wall plate without
interfering with the cladding material.

150

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

55

Installation:


Use all specified fasteners.


H4 ties are shipped in equal quantities of separate rights and lefts.
Protruding nails should always be clinched.

38

High Wind Tie Performance Values


Model
No.

Number of Fasteners
(Use 3.75 x 30mm)
To Rafters

2.
3.

Short
Term
Uplift

92

Lateral Short Term


F1

F2

H2.5A

2.31

0.49

0.49

H4

1.05

0.62

0.60

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H4
U.S. Patent
4,714,372

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SWLs are for one anchor. A minimum rafter thickness of 63mm must be used when framing
anchors are installed on each side of the joist and on the same side of the plate.
Uplift SWLs are for the H4 sole plate installation 0.92kN; 1.58kN for H2.5A.
When cross-grain bending or cross-grain tension cannot be avoided, mechanical reinforcement
to resist all such forces should be considered.

H4 Installation

H4 Sole Plate
Installation
(see footnote 2)

H2.5A Installation

F3
F1

F1
F4
F3

F2
F2
Top View Installation to Achieve Twice the Load

H2.5A can be installed on


the same side of the wall
plate.

146

Install H4 diagonally
across from each other for
single ply 35mm or 47mm
trusses.

Nailing H4 into both sides


of a single ply 35mm or
47mm truss may cause
the wood to split.

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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 the timber and allows installation on both sides of the
member.

Typical LS70
Installation

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

LS
U.S. Patent
4,230,416

Installation: Use all specified fasteners. Angles should be bent to suit


installation only once. Joists must be constrained against rotation (for
example, with solid blocking) when using a single LS Angle per connection.

LS Item Codes and Performance Values


Model
No.

Length

129-150

Safe
Working
Loads (kN)

Fasteners
(3.75 x
75mm)

LS70 Top View

Long
Term

Medium
Term

Characteristic
Values (kN)

LS30

85

1.29

1.60

2.80

LS50

124

1.73

2.16

4.30

LS70

162

10

2.16

2.58

4.40

1.
2.
3.

55

55

Loads are for one part only.


Minimum timber thickness to achieve table load is 45mm. For 35mm timber, use 81% of the
table load.
3.75 x 75mm refers to round wire nails.

DSTC/SSTC Double and Single Sided Toothed Connectors


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.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel. Thickness as stated in table.

SSTC

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DSTC/SSTC Item Codes


Model
No.

Dimensions (mm)
Dia.
dc

Hole Dia.
d1

Material
t

Teeth Height
ht

SSTC50

48

12

1.00

6.6

SSTC60

62

12

1.20

8.7

SSTC75

75

16

1.25

10.4

DSTC50

48

16

1.00

13.0

DSTC60

62

20

1.20

16.0

DSTC75

75

26

1.25

19.5

Typical DSTC
Installation

T Flat 'T' Shaped Bracket


Model
No.

66T

Material

2.0mm
Galvanised Steel

Fasteners

Dimensions (mm)

Nails1

Bolts2

150

125

38

1. Use 4.0 x 100mm nails.


2. Use 10mm bolts.
3. Nail holes diameter: 4.3mm.
4. Bolt holes diameter 11m.
5. Please note, this item is not CE marked.

66T

Typical 66T Installation

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Column Caps and Post Bases

CPT Concealed Post Base


The new CPT concealed post base provides a clean, concealed look while
providing a 25mm standoff height above concrete. The 25mm standoff
reduces the potential for decay at the post end.
The CPT can be fixed to concrete base with either M12 chemical or
mechanical anchors (sold separately).

Flitch
Plate

Material:

145mm

Flitch plate, washers and standoff base are pre-galvanised


steel. The standoff base has an additional textured, flat black powder
coat finish for aesthetic purposes. The 12mm diameter dowels are
mechanically galvanised.

Standoff
Base

CPT Item Codes


Model
No.

Minimum
Post Size
(mm)

W
(mm)

L
(mm)

Dowel Size
(mm)

Dowel Qty
(included)

CPT44Z

89 x 89 to
100 x 100

89

89

13 x 70

CPT66Z

133 x 133 to
150 x 150

133

133

13 x 121

CPT88Z

184 x 184 to
203 x 203

184

184

13 x 121

W
L

CPT Installation

1"

127mm
for flitch
plate

Step 1: Use the flitch plate as a


template to mark dowel locations.

Step 2: Drill 13mm holes


perpendicular to the post at marked
locations.

Step 3: Cut a 5mm wide slot on the


side adjacent the drilled holes. Check
that the flitch plate slides freely.

Step 5: Lower the post onto the flitch


plate with the drilled holes aligned
with the three holes in the flitch plate.
Be careful to avoid rotating the post
during installation.

Step 6: Drive the dowels into the post.


They should be roughly centred within
the post.

Standoff
base
Flitch plate
Nut
Washer

Step 4: Fix down the flitch plate to


concrete foundation and lower the
standoff over the flitch plate.

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Lines on
part to
locate
end of
post

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Column Caps and Post Bases

ABW Adjustable Post Base with Stand Off


Designed for versatility, cost effectiveness, the ABW is a retrofit adjustable post base with a
25mm standoff for the post to help prevent moisture induced decay to the timber post.

25mm

Slot in the base enables flexible positioning around the anchor bolt.
Attach to anchor bolt after concrete is poured, or after the concrete is set with chemical or
mechnical anchors.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation:




Place the base washer and nut on the anchor bolt, loosely fasten the nut.
Place the stand off base and then the post in the ABW and fasten on three vertical sides.
Make any necessary adjustments to post placements and tighten the nut anchor securely.
Bend up the fourth side of the ABW and fasten.
Not recommended when the top of post/column is not restrained (e.g. fence post).
Fasteners

Model
No.

Post
Size
(mm)

Material
(mm)

Anchor
Dia.
Base Strap

ABW44Z

89 x 89

Dimensions

Post
Nails

1.5

1.5

90

89

14

8 (1)

1.5

1.5

101

89

14

8 (1)

133 x 133

2.5

2.0

140

141

16

12 (2)

ABR66RZ 150 x 150

2.5

2.0

152

152

16

12 (2)

ABW44RZ 100 x 100


ABW66Z

1. 3.75 x 75mm round wire nails.


2. 4.0 x 90mm nails.

PBS Post Base with Stand Off


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The PBS post base is installed into wet concrete and features a 25mm standoff to help prevent moisture induced
decay to the timber post.

Material: Pre-galvanised mid steel.


Installation: Embed into wet concrete up to the bottom of the 25mm standoff base.

Model
No.

Post
Size
(mm)

Material
(mm)
Base Strap

PBS44A

89 x 89

2.5

2.0

Fasteners
Dimensions

W1
90

W2
89

Safe Working Loads (kN)

Post

(1)

Nails

D
89

14

(2)

Short Term
Uplift

Bolts

Short Term F1 Short Term F2

Qty

Dia.

Nails

Bolts

Nails

Bolts

Nails

Bolts

14

10.68

6.96

5.18

1.02

3.94

3.94

Long
Term
Down
29.65

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)
(C24)
Up(3) Down(4)
16.0

54.5

1. Use nails or bolts.


2. 3.75 x 75mm round wire nails.
3. Up = Uplift.
4. Down = Download.

HB

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Column Caps and Post Bases

CB Post Base (made to order)


CB post base for pre-pour concrete applications.
This item is not CE marked.

75

Material: 5.0mm mild steel, hot dip galvanised.

110
200

(75

mm 2
-20
0m

W1 0 m m
m) (7

m
5m

SIM
StroP S O N
ng
Tie

-20

PPA Elevated Post Base with 100m Stand Off*


For post base installations requiring a higher standoff distance. Suitable for post
sizes 100 x 100mm to 200 x 200mm.

Material: 4mm pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation: Fix to the foundation with concrete screw/mechanical anchor or
chemical anchor system. Fix to the post using M10 coach screws.

Model
No.
PPA100

W1

B1

W2

B2

Qty

Dia.

Characteristic
Capacity (kN) C24
Download

100

100

130

130

100

12

55.9

Dimensions (mm)

Bolts (Total)

APB Adjustable Elevated Post Base*


APB features a post mounting plate on a screw allowing it to be
adjusted to a specific standoff height ranging from 100-150mm.
Suitable for post sizes 100 x 100mm to 200 x 200mm.

Material: 4mm pre-galvanised mild steel.


Installation: Fix to the foundation with concrete screw/mechanical
anchor or chemical anchor system. Fix to the post using M10 coach
screws.

APB Performance Values


Model
No.
APB100/150

150

W1

B1

W2

B2

Qty

Dia.

Characteristic
Capacity (kN) C24
Download

100

100

130

130

100-150

12

45.0

Dimensions (mm)

Bolts (Total)

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Column Caps and Post Bases

PBH Heavy Duty Elevated Post Base

Fh

Fv

The PBH is suitable for heavy duty post support applications including
Glulam timber posts with a standoff height of 200mm. Dowels included.
PBH75 suitable for posts 75 x 75mm to 120 x 120mm.
PBH120 suitable for posts 120 x 120mm to 200 x 200mm.

W
1

Material: 8mm hot-dip galvanised mild steel plate.


Installation: Fix to the foundation with concrete screw/mechanical anchor

B1

or chemical anchor system. Fix to the post using M10 coach screws.

PBH Item Codes


Model
No.

Dimensions
(mm)
Top Plate
W1

Lower Plate

B1

W2

B2

Bolts Base
Fv Fh

Qty

Bolts Post

Dia.
(mm)

Qty

Dia.
(mm)

PBH75

75

75

100

160

110

45 200

13

8.5

PBH120

120

120

155

155

110

90 200

13

8.5

W
2
B2

PBH75

PBH Performance Values


Fh

Characteristic Loads (kN)


Download (F1)

Uplift (F2)

Lateral (F3)

Lateral (F4)

Steel

Timber

Steel

Timber

Steel

Timber

Steel

170.00

109.00

7.80

8.60

5.30

3.90

5.30

3.80

PBH120

219.00

109.00

20.70

22.80

7.70

3.90

7.60

3.80
H

Timber
PBH75

Fv

Model
No.

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Installation Sequence

W
1

B1

W
2

B2

PBH120

F2

F1

F4

F3

Force Directions
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Column Caps and Post Bases

PC Post Cap and EPC End Post Cap


Specially produced connectors for post to beam connections. The PC
extension side plates function as tie straps where splices occur. EPC option
should be used where the beam ends at the post.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


PC/EPC Item Codes and Performance Values
Dimensions
(mm)

Post
Size
(mm)

Model
No.

PC
Installation

Fasteners
(4.0 x 90mm)

SWL (kN)

Surfaces

Short Term

W1

W2

L1

L2

L3

Post

Beam
(PC)

Beam
(EPC)

Uplift

Lateral

PC44

89 X 89

90

90

67

280

12

6.18

4.11

EPC44

89 X 89

90

90

67

185

6.18

4.76

L2

EPC
Installation

CC Column Cap (made to order)


Columns made to order for standard timber or engineered wood
sizes. Bolts available separately. Contact Simpson Strong-Tie for
details. Specify dimensions as detailed in the table below.

Material: 5mm mild steel.


Installation: use 16mm bolts.

Dimensions (mm)

Range (mm)
Minimum

Maximum

W1

75

225

W2

75

250

H1

100

200

30

30

30

75

280

10
SI
St M P S
ro O N
ng
Ti
e

75

65
See column cap specification order form on opposite page.

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Column Caps Specification/Order Form


From | Company:
Tel:

Fax:

Date:

Make a note of the dimensions on the relevant diagram below and fax to: 01827 255616
Please refer to minimum and maximum dimension ranges on opposite page.

SPEC CC
H1

W1

W2

SPEC ECCLL
ECCLR = opposite hand.
H1
H2
W1

W3

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W2

SPEC CCT
H1

H2
W1

W3
W2

W4

SPEC CCC

W1
H1
H3

H2

W3
W2

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Restraint Straps

HES/LES
Heavy/Light Engineered Restraint Straps
A direct replacement for traditional 2.5mm and 5mm thick restraint straps,
the innovative design of these lightweight straps allows ease of handling and
installation whilst maintaining the structural strength and robustness of much
heavier weight types.

HES
(inc. Mortar Key)
L1

The HES (heavy engineered strap) & LES (light engineered strap) replace
traditional heavy and light restraint straps in roof and floor construction.
Reducing the thickness to 1.5mm allows the HES strap to span over the top of
floor joists and the bottom chords of trusses without the need for notching.
HES straps are less than 40% of the weight, quicker to fit, and overcome many
fixing problems associated with traditional heavy straps.

129-150
L2

The LES is designed for vertical applications e.g. holding down wall plates.






CE Marked.
1.5mm thick.
Formed edge design gives additional strength on bend.
Complies with BS EN 845-1.
Quicker to install - can fit over top of floor joists and truss bottom chords.
Easier to course with blockwork.
No need to notch joists.

38
33
L2

Material: 1.5mm galvanised mild steel


Horizontal strap installation:

Approved Document A of the


Building Regulations requires lateral restraint to be provided at each floor at a
maximum of 2 metre centres.

Patent GB 2423532

Restraint straps "perpendicular" to the floor joists are required to be held tight
against the masonry and fixed across the first 3 joists.

LES

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L1

Restraint straps "parallel" to the floor joists are required to be held tight to the
masonry and be at least 1200mm long.
The characteristic tensile strength for horizontal restraint straps should not be
less than 8kN.

Vertical strap installation: Vertical strapping at least 1 metre in length


should be provided at eaves level at intervals not exceeding 2 metres.

HES/LES Item Codes and Performance Values


Type

Heavy
Engineered Strap

Light
Engineered Strap

Model
No.

Dimension (mm)
L1

L2

HES06B10

500

100

HES08B10

700

100

HES10B10

900

100

HES12B10

1100

100

HES15B10

1400

100

LES06B10

500

100

LES08B10

700

100

LES10B10

900

100

LES12B10

1100

100

Fasteners
Masonry
Wall

Floor Joist or
Rafter

Wall Plate

Characteristic
Load
(kN)

8 off
3.75x30mm
Square Twist Nails

8.0

5 off
#12x50mm Wood
Screw (1)

3 off
3.75x30mm
Square Twist Nails

4.0

1. Wood screws to be plugged and screwed into masonry. The lowest fixing to be within 150mm of the bottom of the strap.

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Certificate numbers
HES: RD1160211A
LES: RD1160211B

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Restraint Straps

Roof Application:

Floor Joist Application:

Vertical Application:

HES strap fits underneath the rafter and


noggins, as per NHBC/TRA detail.
In all instances fix HES using
8 No. 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails.

Fix HES strap using 8 No.


3.75 x 30mm square twist nail.

Fix LES strap to wall plate with 3 No.


3.75 x 30mm square twist nails and
to masonry with 5 off # 12 x 50mm
wood screws, plugged and screwed
into masonry. The lowest fixing
should be located within 150mm of
the bottom of the vertical strap.

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Strap is easier to course


with blockwork

The I-Joist nogging can be fitted by


either skew nailing or ZS Clips (using
ZS clips will make fitting easier).

Metal Web Joist Application:

I-Joist Application Option 1:

One strap at maximum 2m centres or as


required by the building designer.

Strap can be fitted over joists without the need to


cut through web or flange.

I-Joist Application Option 2:

I-Joist Application Option 3:

The HES strap can be used in


conjunction with solid timber noggins.

The HES strap can also be fitted underneath the top


flange of the I-Joist.

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Restraint Straps

H/L
Heavy/Light Restraint Straps

Flat

H and L straps are designed to The Building Regulations, BS 5268 Part 3


and other building standards for vertical and horizontal restraint when connecting timber floor and roof systems to masonry walls.


Twist

Double Twist

30

9M
IN

Heavy restraint straps meet requirements for lateral restraint of roof


trusses, rafters and joists tied into masonry walls.
Light restraint straps are designed for vertical loads such as wall
plates on top of masonry walls.
All common sizes in stock from 500 to 2000mm long,
100mm increments.

45

129-150

T
2

T
1

Material: H: 30mm x 5mm; L: 30mm x 2.5mm, mild steel.


Finish: Pre-galvanised and edge coated.

Bend

Installation: Use all specified fasteners.

Double Bend

B2

B1

Horizontal lateral restraint straps should be spaced not more than


2m centres and attached to at least 3 timber members through the
use of noggings and packing. Attach to timber members using a
minimum of 8 no. 3.75 x 30mm square twist nails. The bend length
should be a minimum of 100mm and should be positioned at the
centre of an uncut block or brick.

Vertical restraint strapping should be at least 1m long. Where straps


are fixed to masonry, hardened nails 4mm x 75mm long or wood
screws into plugs #12 x 50mm long should be used. The number of
fixings should be in accordance with the design requirements and
the lowest fixing should be located within 150mm of the bottom of
the vertical strap.

T1
B1

Bend and Twist

Example: 30 x 5 strap that has an overall length of 1m, a bend at 10cm


and a twist at 20cm. (See illustration for detail on measuring bend & twist
dimensions).

10

B10

T20

Strap
Type

Strap
Length
(dm)

Bend
Length
(cm)

Twist
Length
(cm)

Common Bent Strap Sizes


Model
No.

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Common Twisted Strap Sizes

Dimension (mm)

B1

Model
No.

Dimension (mm)

T1

Common Flat Strap Sizes


Model
No.

Dimension (mm)

H06B15

600

150

H06T15

600

150

H10F00

1000

H08B15

800

150

H10T15

1000

150

L10F00

1000

H10B15

1000

150

L06T10

600

100

H12B15

1200

150

L10T10

1000

100

H15B15

1500

150

L12T10

1200

100

H16B15

1600

150

L06B10

600

100

L10B10

1000

100

L12B10

1200

100

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To order: Specify model series, overall length, bend (B) dimension and/or
twist (T) dimension.

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Restraint Straps
Typical strap configurations
H (Heavy) Strap Configuration 2

Mounted into blockwork and aligned with floor


joist member. Notching of the joist is necessary to
ensure that the floor boards sit flush.

Mounted into blockwork in a roof truss.

L (Light) Strap Configuration 1

L (Light) Strap Configuration 2

Vertical restraint, mounted to wall plate.

Vertical restraint, mounted to truss.

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H (Heavy) Strap Configuration 1

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Restraint Straps

FMS Folded Mini Strap


The FMS strap provides restraint to masonry walls when the walls are supporting joist ends. They make installation
easier, quicker and more cost effective - without compromising on wall stability.
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 theres no need to calculate where the straps go, or
worry about getting one in the wrong place.

Bend Reinforced
with Embossment

129-150

Ideal solution for 2 & 3 storey buildings which require straps on joist
ends when built in to masonry walls
Improves quality of build
Saves time and labour costs
Greatly reduces scope for installation errors
Simplifies on-site inspection process
Accepted by NHBC

FMS - For use where the joist and

FMSB - For use in conjunction


with joists built into walls:

FMSC - For use with coursing

hanger are the same height:


1. Place carried joist into hanger,

1. Sit joist onto blockwork,

1. Place carried joist into hanger,

securing joist into the hanger by


installing all specified fixings.
2. Sit FMS strap on top of joist
as shown above, ensuring the
return is hooked over supporting
masonry and is tight against
outer face of masonry.
3. Install 3 No 3.75x30mm square
twist nails into the side of joist.
4. Build remaining block work above
joist and strap.

ensuring that joist is fully


bearing onto supporting
masonry.
2. Fit FMSB strap to side of joist
at the bottom as shown above,
ensuring the return is hooked
over supporting masonry and
is tight against outer face of the
masonry.
3. Install 3 No 3.75x30 square
twist nails through holes into
side of joist.
4. Build remaining blockwork
between and above joist and
strap. See note 2.

securing joist into the hanger by


installing all specified fixings.
2. Fit FMSC strap to side of joist
as shown below, ensuring the
return is hooked over supporting
masonry and is tight against
outer face of the masonry.
3. Install 3 No 3.75x30mm square
twist nails through holes into the
side of joist.
4. Build remaining block work
above joist and strap.

masonry hangers:

Notes:
1. All joist ends require a folded mini strap.
2. If building in joist, use a Simpson Strong-Tie End Seal (SES) to control air leakage.
3. Standard masonry hangers require a minimum of 3 courses (675mm)of blockwork with mortar fully cured before applying a load to the floor.

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Only 3 No 3.75 x 30mm


square twist nails required
to fix to joist

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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.

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Restraint Straps

HSA Herringbone Strut


Superior alternative to unreliable, slow and costly timber struts. Meets bracing
requirements for long span domestic floors.
Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

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HSA

Installation: Use all specified fasteners.




Generally required at centre of span when floor joists exceed 2.5 metres.
Spans exceeding 4.5 metres require two rows spaced at 1/3 and 2/3 span.
HSA come sized to suit joist centre spacing of 400, 450 & 600mm.
See tables for spacing. Common model width 30mm.

HSA Selection Guide

HSA Item Codes

Spacing(mm)
Joist Size
(mm)

Model No.

Length
(mm)

Qty Fasteners
(3.75x30mm
square twist nail)

400

450

600

50 x 175

HSA400

HSA450

HSA600

HSA400

480

50 x 200

HSA400

HSA450

HSA600

HSA450

530

50 x 225

HSA400

HSA450

HSA600

HSA600

660

Typical HSA Installation

FB/LSTA*/LTS*/MTS Strap Ties*

W
LSTA24

Twist straps provide a tension connection between two wood members.


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Install strap ties where tension connections are required. Commonly used as ridge
ties and at wall intersections.
FB fixing band is for all general light strapping needs. Perfect for DIY, industrial and
agricultural applications. Comes in convenient 10 metre rolls.

LSTA9

Material: See table. Pre-galvanised mild steel (FB20S: Stainless steel).


Installation: Use all specified fasteners.

FB can be easily bent or twisted for many versatile installations. No load rating
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.

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Strap Tie Item Codes and Performance Values


Model
No.

Material
Thickness

Dimensions (mm)
Width

Length

Qty Fasteners
(3.75 x 30mm)

SWL
(Long Term)

Characteristic
Capacity (kN)

FB20

MTS

Twisted Straps
LTS18

1.2

32

457

12

2.07

2.89

MTS12

1.5

32

302

12

2.41

4.02

Straight Straps
LSTA9

1.0

32

228

1.40

LSTA18

1.0

32

457

14

2.45

LSTA24

1.0

32

610

18

3.15

FB20

0.9

20

10M

FB20S

1.0

20

10M

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C2K Crocodile Wall Extension Profile


The UKs most popular solution to the tying-in of new walls to existing
masonry walls/columns. The only system with snap out ties which can
be positioned anywhere along the channel for a universal fit.

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The C2K Crocodile Wall Starter is 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.



BBA Approved for up to 8m, 3 storey work.


Accommodates 10mm of vertical movement.
Adjustable anchor ties to accommodate variation in brick courses.
All fixings and ties provided within the packs.

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:

2236

Stainless Steel Profiles:


Mild Steel Profiles:
Coach Screws:
Masonry Plugs:

Austenitic stainless steel.


Pre-galvanised mild steel.
M6 x 50mm
High density polythene.

Finish: Stainless steel or pre-galvanised mild steel with epoxy coating.


Installation:

Use all specified fasteners.


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 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.

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Fixing
Positions

Typical C2K
Installation
The appropriate
fixings and
fastenings are
included in the
C2K packaging.

Model No.
Galvanised

Stainless Steel

C2KG

C2KS

No.
Fixings

Connector
Width
(mm)

Total
Length
(mm)

New Wall
Thickness
(mm)

Shear
Strength1

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2236

60 - 250

3.5kN

1. The design shear strength given relates to existing masonry of autoclave aerated concrete blocks with a minimum crushing of strength 3.5 N/mm2.

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1FUR/1EXT/1MPP/1MPS Wall Extension Profiles


A time saving solution to the tying-in of new walls to existing masonry walls/
columns (flanged options).
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.



Suitable for up to 8m, 3 storey work.


Accommodates 10mm of vertical movement.
Adjustable anchor ties to accommodate variation in brick courses.
All fixings and ties provided within the packs.

Double flange profiles:


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

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.

Profiles without flanges:


The multi-purpose no flange profile is designed for brick/block widths of 60 to
250mm and greater, being ideal for internal and external applications where both
sides of the new wall are to be fair faced.

Material:
Stainless Steel Profiles:
Mild Steel Profiles:
Coach Screws:
Masonry Plugs:

Austenitic stainless steel.


Pre-galvanised mild steel.
M6 x 50mm
High density polythene.

1EXTS

Finish: Stainless steel or pre-galvanised mild steel with epoxy coated powder
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finish.

Installation:




Use all specified fasteners.


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 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.

Model No.
Qty Fixings
Galvanised

Stainless Steel

1FUR5100

1EXT100S

1FUR100S

1MPN

Total
Length
(mm)

New Wall
Thickness
(mm)

Shear Strength1

2315

100

6.0kN

85

2315

85 - 150

5.OkN

56

2275

60 - 250

4.0kN

Connector
Width (mm)
Double Flange
100
Single Flange

No Flange
1MPP056N
1.

1MPS056N

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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WTS Stainless Steel Masonry to Masonry Wire Tie


Type 2 and Type 4 Stainless Steel Masonry to Masonry Wall Ties.

WTS2: Type 2 Wall Ties: Masonry General Purpose


Type 2 wall ties are suitable for general purpose applications such as domestic and small commercial buildings up
to 15m in height. They can also be used in buildings with heights exceeding 15m, but should only be used in those
situations if shown to be of adequate performance by calculation. Use in flat sites where the basic wind speed is up to
31 m/s and the altitude is not more than 150m above sea level.

IRC001

Suitable for use with


all cavity wall ties.
Used to hold
insulation material
back to structure.

WTS4: Type 4 Wall Ties: Masonry Light Duty


Type 4 wall ties are light duty, suitable for box-form dwellings up to 10 metres high with leaves of similar
thickness, including internal separating cavity walls. Use in flat sites in towns and cities where the basic wind speed
does not exceed 25 m/s and the altitude is not more than 150m above sea level.

WTS4: Type A Approval

WTS2 and WTS4 Performance Values


WTS
Type

Type
Classification(1)

Minimum Mortar
Class
and Designation

Declared Tensile
Strength (N)

Tensile Strength at
1mm Displacement
(N)

Declared
Compressive
Strength (N)

Compressive
Strength at 1mm
Displacement (N)

WTS2

Type 2

M2 (iv)

2060

950

2040

1650

WTS4

Type 4

M2 (iv)

1350

530

460

290

Recommended Masonry to Masonry Tie Length


Item Code

WTS2-200

Cavity Width
(mm)

Length of
Wall Tie
(mm)

50-75

200

76-100

225

101-125

250

126-150

275

WTS4-200
WTS2-225
WTS4-225
WTS2-250
WTS4-250
WTS2-275
WTS4-275

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WTS4-200 and WTS4-225 ties meet the requirements of Approved Document E: Resistance to the Passage of Sound and are
suitable for use in separating party walls of new build attached dwellings.

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Recommended Positioning and Density
For walls in which both leaves are 90mm or
thicker, masonry ties need to be placed at
not less than 2.5 per square metre (900mm
horizontal x 450mm vertical centres).
The ties should be evenly distributed
throughout the wall area, with the
exception of around openings and should be
staggered where possible.

Insulation Board
Where insulation board is installed within the
cavity and restrained by ties with insulation
retaining clips
(Simpson Strong-Tie ref. IRC001), it may be
necessary to reduce the
horizontal spacing of the ties to 600mm.
At vertical edges of an opening,
unreturned or unbonded edges, and vertical
expansion joints - additional ties should be
used at a rate of one per 300mm (height) and
located not more than 225mm from the edge.

Please note: ties should be embedded into


the mortar. Not shown above for clarity.

Length of Tie and Embedment

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Wall ties should be of the correct length to ensure


they are fully embedded in the masonry.
The tie should have a minimum embedment
of 50mm in each leaf, but also allow for site
tolerances relating to the cavity width and centring
of the tie.
The recommended tie lengths will therefore
achieve an embedment of between 62.5mm and
75mm.
For the most suitable tie length, see the
Recommended Masonry to Masonry Tie Length
table (previous page).

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 less than 4.8 MN/m3.
Type B: Can only be used in external cavity walls subject to them also having the required structural capacity. They can be
butterfly ties or other ties with a dynamic stiffness of less than 113 MN/m3.

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CWT Cavity Wall Tie


CWT is a strip cavity tie with a designed embedment length of 62.5mm.


Suitable for use with cavities 50 - 150mm.


Conforms to PD 6697:2010 as a Type 1 wall tie which can be used for all
types of building of any height and location in the British Isles.
Deep 'V' profiled drip reduces mortar build up during construction and
prevents water from crossing the inner leaf of the masonry.
L

Material:
Astenitic stainless steel.

Installation:
For cavity walls with a leaf thickness of 90mm
or more, unless otherwise specified place ties at 900mm centres horizontally,
B (450mm
0.5 ) centres vertically and staggered
where possible to a minimum density to be 2.5 ties per square metre.
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.

CWT Performance Values


Type
Classification(1)

Minimum Mortar
Class
and Designation

Declared Tensile
Strength (N)

Tensile Strength at
1mm Displacement
(N)

Declared
Compressive
Strength (N)

Compressive
Strength at 1mm
Displacement (N)

Type 1

M2 (iv)

3020

1470

2630

2133

1. In accordance with PD6697.

Item Code

Cavity Width
(mm)

Length (L) of
Wall Tie
(mm)

CWT50

50

175

CWT75

51 -75

200

CWT100

76 - 100

225

CWT125

101 - 125

250

CWT150

126 - 150

275

CWT175

151 - 175

300

Typical CWT installation.


Please note: tie should be
embedded into the mortar. Not
shown above for clarity.

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LWTS/IRC Cavity Wall Tie and Insulation Clip


Improve the effective thickness of a wall
under load. Maintain the moisture break and
thermal/sound insulation characteristics of
cavity walls. Designed, manufactured and
tested to the BS requirements of DD140
parts 1 and 2.

LWTS: Type 3 Cavity Ties:


General purpose ties suitable for cavity
widths up to 75mm. Suitable for use in
masonry cavity walls of domestic houses
and small commercial buildings up to 15m
in height, where the basic wind speed does
not exceed 44m/s.

LWTS

Material: Cavity Wall Ties: Austenitic


stainless steel. Insulation Clip: Black plastic.
Installation:
For cavity walls with a leaf thickness of
90mm or more, unless otherwise specified
place ties at 900mm centres horizontally,
450mm centres vertically and staggered
where possible to a minimum density to be
2.5 ties per square metre.

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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.

IRC001

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.

Suitable for use with


all cavity wall ties.
Used to hold
insulation material
back to structure.
75mm diameter.

LWTS Performance Values


Model No

LWTS

Cavity
Width
(mm)

Wall Tie Length


(mm)

50 - 75

205

Type
Classification(1)

Type 3

Minimum
Mortar Class
and
Designation
M2 (IV)

Declared
Compressive
Strength

(N)

Tensile
Strength
at 1mm
Displacement
(N)

(N)

Compressive
Strength
at 1mm
Deflection
(N)

1330

600

2050

1125

Declared
Tensile
Strength

1. In accordance with PD6697.

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FTC Cavity Frame Tie


FTC is a cavity frame tie which can be used for masonry to masonry
or concrete to masonry or steel to masonry construction.


8mm x 30mm
50mm

8mm diameter vertical slot to accomodate M6 fixings.


Suitable for use on cavities ranging from 50mm to 150mm.
Deep 'V' profiled drip reduces mortar build up during
construction and prevents water from crossing the cavity to the
building's inner leaf.
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Material: Austenitic stainless steel.


Installation:


Install to concrete with mechanical or resin anchors; to steel with self drilling screws and to masonry with
suitable plugs and screws.
Minimum 18mm diameter washer required in all instances. For stated tension loads to apply, the fixing must
be installed at the bottom of the slot.
Isolation pads or sleeves are required to isolate stainless steel frame ties from mild steel support or fixings.

FTC Performance Values


Cavity Widths
(mm)

Declared Tensile
Strength (N)

Tensile Strength at
1mm Displacement (N)

1670

556

Declared
Compressive
Strength (N)

Compressive
Strength at 1mm
Displacement (N)

3080

1026

2410

1011

Up to 75
76 - 150

1. Fasteners not specidied. Installer to select own fastener. Tensile capacity to be a minimum of SST declared load or fastener tensile/pull-out load.

Recommended Masonry to Masonry Tie Length


Cavity Width
(mm)

FT175C

C ( 0.3 ) 50

125

FT200C

75

150

FT225C

100

175

FT250C

125

200

FT275C

150

225

Brick to block work installation.

Brick to steel installation.


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Item Code

Please note: tie should


be embedded into the
mortar. Not shown for
clarity.

Length (L)
Wall Tie
(mm)

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BTS/SWT Brick to Timber and Brick to SIP Tie


The BTS and SWT are wall ties used to restrain the external brickwork back to the building structures, while
maintaining a clear cavity.
The BTS and SWT offer an outstanding combination of performance and cost in a wall tie for use with timber frame or
SIP (Structural Insulated Panels). Manufactured from austenitic stainless steel.
A Type 6 wall tie is suitable for use in timber frame and SIP structures allowing up to 24mm of movement.

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

Timber Frame Installation


Use 3.35mm x 50mm stainless steel annular ring shank nails (supplied with tie).
BTS50N

BTS75N

BTS100N

50mm Cavity

75mm Cavity

100mm Cavity

BTS Compressive Load Capacity 414N.


BTS Tensile Load Capacity 600N.

BTS Installation

SIP Installation

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Due to having to fix to OSB alone, when building with SIP, a stainless steel screw (supplied with the tie)
is required to maintain the strength of the connection.
SWT50

SWT75

SWT100

50mm Cavity

75mm Cavity

100mm Cavity

SWT Screw
(Supplied)

SWT Compressive Load Capacity 414N.


SWT Tensile Load Capacity 714N.

FT Frame Tie
When fastening windows, door frames etc. to masonry the frame
tie provides enhanced mortar keying and reduces the risk of injury
from sharp edges.

Item Code
(Galvanised)

Item Code
(Stainless Steel)

L
(mm)

FT150

FT150S

150

FT175

FT175S

175

FT200

FT200S

200

FT225

FT225S

225

FT250

FT250S

250

Frame Tie
would be fully
embedded into
mortar.

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Bead and Mesh

PVC-u Bead
Internal
Beads

Angle
Bead

Bellcast
Bead

Stop Bead

Movement
Bead

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SST Code

Angle Bead 2mm x 2.5m - White

PAB0225W

Angle Bead 2mm x 3.0m - White

PAB0230W

Arch Angle Bead 2mm x 2.5m - White

PAAB0225W

Arch Angle Bead 2mm x 3.0m - White

PAAB0230W

Angle Bead 6mm x 3.0m - White

PSAB0630W

Angle Bead 10mm x 2.5m - White

PSAB1025W

Angle Bead 10mm x 3.0m - White

PSAB1030W

Angle Bead 10mm x 3.0m - Ivory

PSAB1030I

Angle Bead 15mm x 2.5m - White

PSAB1525W

Angle Bead 15mm x 3.0m - White

PSAB1530W

Angle Bead 15mm x 3.0m - Ivory

PSAB1530I

Angle Bead 20mm x 3.0m Wide Wing - White

PSAB2030WW

Angle Bead 20mm x 3.0m Wide Wing - Ivory

PSAB2030WI

Bellcast Bead 15mm 3.0m - White

PBC1530W

Bellcast Bead 15mm 3.0m - Ivory

PBC1530I

Bellcast Bead 20mm 3.0m - White

PBC2030W

Bellcast Bead 20mm 3.0m - Ivory

PBC2030I

Bellcast Bead 4mm 30m - White

PBC0430W

Stop Bead 10mm x 3.0m - White

PPSB1030W

Stop Bead 10mm x 2.5m - White

PPSB1025W

Stop Bead 10mm x 3.0m - Ivory

PPSB1030I

Stop Bead 15mm x 2.5m - White

PPSB1525W

Stop Bead 15mm x 3.0m - White

PPSB1530W

Stop Bead 15mm x 3.0m - Ivory

PPSB1530I

Stop Bead 20mm x 3.0m - White

PPSB2030W

Stop Bead 20mm x 3.0m - Ivory

PPSB2030I

Movement Bead 10mm 2.5m - White

PMB1025W

Movement Bead 15mm 2.5m - White

PMB1525W

Movement Bead 15mm 2.5m - Ivory

PMB1525I

More plastering
professionals are
turning to
PVC-u bead...
Simpson Strong-Tie PVC-u
plasterers beads are manufactured
from high impact and ultra violet
resistant PVC-u for extruded profiles
and in fire conditions to BS476 part
12: 1991.
PVC-u beads are available in lengths
that differ to steel manufactured
alternatives, please contact the Sales
Office for more information.




Superior corrosion resistance.


Convenient, easy to cut lengths
on site.
Light and easy to transport.
Resistant to breakage
UV resistant.

Simpson Strong-Tie Codes


Explained
Our bead and mesh codes follow a specific
system to help identify the correct type,
for example PSAB1030W describes the
following:
Material Type
PSAB1030W: P=Plastic
Abbreviated Description
PSAB1030W SAB=Standard Angle Bead

Size and Length


PSAB1030W 1030=10mm x 3.0m

Colour
PSAB1030W W=White
Wide Wing Options: These are defined by
a W after the size and before the colour,
e.g. PSAB1030WW is the wide wing (55mm)
equivalent to PSAB1030W (45mm).

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Bead and Mesh


A range of Beads, Mesh and Archformers to satisfy the requirements of modern
building design, along with the needs of traditional repair and maintenance work.

ERS External Render Stop Bead

We strongly recommend the use of Stainless Steel


or PVC-u products in external applications.

Corrosion Protection

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: Simpson Strong-Tie Plastering Accessories are manufactured from


either:Pre-Galvanised Mild Steel or Austenitic Stainless Steel
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.

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British Standards - Relevant current British Standards are as follows;


BS EN 14353:2007 + A1: 2010.
BS EN 13658-1: 2005: Part 1 - Metal Lath and Beads: Internal Plastering.
BS EN 13658-2: 2005 Part 2 - Metal and Lath Beads: External Rendering.
BS EN 13914-1: 2005 - External Rendering.
BS EN 13914-2: 2005 - Internal Plastering.
BS8212: 1995 - Code of Practice for Dry lining and Partitioning using
Gypsum Plaster.

RBL Rib Lath

General Installation Notes:


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.
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.
Beads should be fixed in accordance with one of the following methods.
1.
2.
3.

Installation of
Pre-Formed Archframes

Pressing the beads wings firmly into plaster dabs placed at approximately 600mm centres both sides of the arris.
The wings may be embedded into the first coat of plaster for normal
two coat work.
Nailing to a background with galvanised, or stainless steel nails.

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).
Avoid damage to beads when trowelling plaster or render.

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Bead and Mesh

PSB/PEB/MVB/ERS Edge Beads


Plastering and rendering made simple.


Products simply fixed with plaster dabs or nails.


Edges, arrises, corners, joints and abutments all easier to form.
Designed to minimise potential chipping, cracking and associated damage.

PSB Thin Coat Plaster Stop Bead


(Perforated Wing)

Thin coat plaster stop bead (30mm Perforated Wing)



Provides a neat finished thin coat plaster edge wherever required.


Numerous applications internally including those at openings, abutment of walls and for
ceiling finishes.

Plaster stop bead (65mm Mesh Wing)



Provides a neat finish plaster/render edge wherever required.


Numerous applications internally and externally including those at openings, abutment of
walls and for ceiling finishes.
PSB Plaster Stop Bead (Mesh Wing)

Plasterboard edge bead (25mm Wing)



Provides reinforcement for plasterboard edges.


Suitable for 9.5mm or 12.5mm plasterboard.

Movement bead (140mm overall width, 65mm wing)



Movement Bead consists of two lengths of Stop Bead linked with a white PVC extrusion.
Allows +/-3mm differential expansion or settlement movement between adjoining surfaces.

External render stop bead (16mm-19mm Render Depth, 45mm Wing)




Designed to provide an aesthetic, enhanced weathering detail.


Provides reinforcement to resist impact damage.
Use stainless steel for average or high exposure conditions and coastal areas.
PEB Plasterboard Edge Bead

Material: Austenitic stainless steel or pre-galvanised steel


Installation: Edge beads may be fixed by dabs or by masonry nails of similar material.

Model No.
Galvanised

Stainless Steel

Dimensions

Thin Coat Perforated Stop Bead


PSB0324

3mm x 2.4m

PSB0330

3mm x 3.0m

PSB0624

6mm x 2.4m

PSB0630

6mm x 3.0m

We strongly
recommend the use
of Stainless Steel or
PVC-u products in
external applications.

MVB Movement Bead

Plaster Stop Bead (Mesh Wing)


PSB1024

10mm x 2.4m

PSB1030

PSB1030S

10mm x 3.0m

PSB1324

13mm x 2.4m

PSB1330

PSB1330S

13mm x 3.0m

PSB1624

16mm x 2.4m

PSB1630

PSB1630S

16mm x 3.0m

PSB1930S

19mm x 3.0m

PSB1930

Plasterboard Edge Bead


PEB1030

9.5mm x 3.0m

PEB1330

12.5mm x 3.0m

PEB1530

14.5mm x 3.0m

Movement Bead
MVB1030

MVB1330

10mm x 3.0m
13mm x 3.0m

MVB1630

MVB1630S

16mm x 3.0m

Render Stop

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ERS24

2.4m

ERS30

ERS30S

3.0m

ERS Render Stop Bead

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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 boards inner surface.

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Bead and Mesh

SAB/TCB/MMB Corner Beads


Angle Bead (45mm wing, 13mm plaster depth)


Helps for a true, straight arris


Designed to prevent chipping and cracking to vulnerable corners.
Use with two coat plaster application.

SAB Angle Bead

Thin Coat Bead (25mm wing, 3mm plaster depth)



Designed for use with one coat plaster work down to a 3mm finish.
Perforated wings to provide an excellent plastering key.

Mini Mesh Bead (25mm wing, 3mm plaster depth)



Designed for use with one coat plaster work down to a 3mm finish.
Fine mesh wings to provide an excellent plastering key.

Material (for item codes specified below):


Austenitic stainless steel or pre-galvanised steel.

TCB Thin Coat Bead

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.
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.
Galvanised

Stainless Steel

Length
(M)

Angle Bead
SAB24

2.4

SAB24W

SAB24SW

2.4

SAB30

SAB30S

3.0

SAB30W

SAB30SW

3.0

Please note: where SAB


is required with 53mm
flange, model numbers
suffixed W ie. SAB24W
are applicable.
MMB Mini Mesh Bead

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Thin Coat Bead


TCB2404

2.4

TCB3004

3.0

Mini Mesh Bead


MMB24

2.4

MMB30

3.0

We strongly recommend the use of stainless steel or


PVC-u beads in external applications.

CBR Masonry Reinforcement Mesh


Provide added strength and stability.

Galvanised or stainless steel finish.


Assists resistance to tensile stresses where settlement occurs. Easily incorporated into mortar
course, coiled for ease of handing.

Material: Austenitic stainless steel or pre-galvanised Steel


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.
Model No.
Galvanised

Stainless Steel

CBR Masonry
Reinforcement Mesh
Primarily used to resist local
cracking under and over
wall openings.

Dimensions
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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Bead and Mesh

TTCB Toothed Thincoat Bead


Save time and money: install thin coat bead without nails or screws - just
push and tap into place.
TTCB is pre-toothed thin coat bead that needs no nails or screws, just
push and tap it on to the corner of the wall and get plastering.
TTCB (toothed thin coat bead), features tiny teeth spaced at 40mm
intervals which grip the plaster board, holding the bead firmly in place.
Easy to install, just push and tap into place for a firm fit to the plaster
board...

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Save money on nails and screws, you wont be needing them.

Convenient - easy to dismount and reposition without damaging the


bead or plaster board.

Flexible - can be used in long or short lengths due to regular tooth


spacing. You can still use traditional fixing methods in awkward areas
if preferred.

Available in 2.4m, 2.7m and 3.0m lengths.

Pre-toothed at 40mm intervals.

Model No.

Length (mm)

TTCB2404

2.4m

TTCB2704

2.7m

TTCB3004

3.0m

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Save time, just tap into place and get started with the plaster
application.

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Bead and Mesh

DML Expanded Metal Lathing

DML Expanded Metal Lathing

Ideal for use as a general reinforcement mesh. DML Expanded Metal Lathing is widely used as a
backing to help prevent cracks occurring where different materials meet. Available in galvanised and
stainless steel.

Installation: All metal components used in any particular application must be of the same material
type. 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 Ushapes 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 plaster. Sheet
ends should be overlapped by 50mm on supports and wired together at 150mm centres. Sheet sides
should be overlapped by a minimum of 25mm and wired together at 150mm centres in timber and steel
applications.
Model No.
Galvanised

Stainless Steel

DML26/10

DML26S/5
End laps
should lap 50mm
on supports.

Dimensions (mm)

Fixing installed at an angle to give


necessary tension.

We strongly recommend the


use of Stainless Steel for
external applications.

2400 x 700 x 0.40

Fixing to supports
should be at
100mm centers.

End laps
should be
wired
together
at 150mm
intervals

General Fixing
Information for Fixing
to Metal /Timber
Supports

Fixing Expanded
Metal Lathing to Solid
Backgrounds

100mm

25mm

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Side laps should be not less than


25mm and should be wired
together at 150mm intervals.

RBL Rib Lath

RBL Rib Lath

Plaster backing for walls, ceilings and partitions. RBL Rib Lath provides plaster backing and is also
suitable for the refurbishing of damaged or deteriorated face of masonry walls. Available in galvanised and
stainless steel.

Installation: Fixing of lath should follow BS EN 13914-1:2005 Internal Plastering and BS EN 139142:2005 External Rendering.The apex of rib lath should always be in contact with the fixing background.
Fixing of lath should follow BS EN 13914-1:2005 Internal Plastering and BS EN 13914-2:2005 External
Rendering.The apex of rib lath should always be in contact with the fixing background.

Fixing to metal or timber supports:


Timber: Use 38 x 7mm plasterers nails or 32 x 2mm staples to fix with ribs running at 90 to timber studs which should be
at a maximum 600mm centres. Metal: Use 1.63mm or two strands of 1.22mm galvanised mild steel wire to tie around the rib
where it crosses each steel stud. Steel studs should be at maximum 600mm centres. To join sheets of Rib Lath, the edge ribs
should be overlapped and the edges tied at 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. We strongly recommend the use of Stainless Steel for external applications.
Model No.
RBL4 (Galvanised)
RBL4S (Stainless)

Dimensions (mm)

Fixing RBL to Timber Supports


using 38mm Staple

Fixing RBL to Timber Supports


using 38mm Nail

Fixing RBL to Metal Supports


using Wire Tie

2460 x 600 x 0.4

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Bead and Mesh

SML/H Security Mesh


SML (Security Mesh Light) and SMH (Security Mesh Heavy) are a low profile flattened
mesh ideal for sandwiching between plasterboard and structural studs or joints to improve
resistance to intrusion.

Diamond shape restricts the use of hand tools for cutting.


Strands are rolled flat for uniform thickness.
Continuous mesh manufactured from a single sheet eliminates broken or weak joints.

Installation:

Security Mesh in
Masonry Wall

Fix at maximum 450mm centres to supporting structures as follows:

Timber Studs: 38mm galvanised staples, nails or screws with a 25mm diameter washer.
Metal Studs: 30mm self-tapping screws with 25mm diameter washer.
Brickwork:

50mm screw and plug with 25mm diameter washer.

Ceiling Panel

Stud Wall

Roof

Security Mesh Item Codes

Sheet Size

Mtl
Thickness

LW
Aperture

SW
Aperture

SD
Depth

Weight
per Sheet
(kg)

SML

1250 x 2400

1.14

43.4

18.0

2.3

5.78

SMH

2440 x 1200

2.69

42.9

14.2

4.6

25.5

SD
SW

LW

SVM Stainless Steel Soffit Vent Mesh


A 75mm wide, fine stainless steel mesh on a 30m roll. Easy to cut and install. Allows roof space ventilation,
helps prevent birds and insects from gaining access via soffits

Security Mesh Item Codes

174

Item Code

Dimensions (mm)

SVM3075

30m x 75

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Dimensions (mm)
Item
Code

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Bead and Mesh

Archformers
A high quality yet cost effective solution to creating internal
arches in masonry walls.

Material: Pre-galvanised Mild Steel


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.

Archformer installation where new


opening is being created.

If provided, fit Soffit pieces between segments with screws, nails


and joining pieces.
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
above. To adapt an arch to fit between two parallel walls, cut and
use wooden battens as shown in the illustration on the right.
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.

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Suits wall thickness of 90mm to 150mm without cutting.


Solid bead for durability and ease of plastering.
Wide variety of styles and sizes available.
Fixings and instructions included.

Archformer Type

Warwick Semi Circle

Model No

Width (mm)

Rise (mm)

WP0750

750

375

WP0800

800

400

WP0850

850

425

WP0900

900

450

WP1000

1000

500

WP1200

1200

600

WP1500

1500

750

Semi-Circle Corners

COR0750

375

375

Archmaker Semi-Circle

AM0750

75-1200

375

CP1050

1050

265

CP1200

1200

280
330

Classic Oval

Extra Soffit Piece

Bridging Section

CP1500

1500

CP1800

1800

375

CP2400

2400

375

ESP295

295 X 1220mm for walls


Thicker than 150mm

BSP450

Extends the span of warwick and classic arches


by 450mm max

R
W

R
W

R
W

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Miscellaneous Products

HI Scrolled Hip Iron


Material:
Model No

Material
Thickness

HI3

3mm

HI4

4mm

HI5

5mm

Mild steel.

Finish:
Hot-dip galvanised.

25
150
300

NS Nail Stopper
Prevent nails from piercing water pipes and electrical
cables.

NS Nail Stopper

Installation: Installs over utilities passing through timber


studs. Use specified fasteners.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

Model No

Length (mm)

Fastners1

NS1

75

2 - 3.75 x 30mm

NS2

150

2 - 3.75 x 30mm

Typical NS Installation

1. Square Twist Nail.

1ARBGAL Arrisrail Bracket


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The 1ARBGAL is a 300mm long arrisrail bracket for connecting arrisrails to wooden posts. Suitable
for use on 75mm Arrisrails.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

m
300 m

WBT Window Board Tie


Attaches window boards to masonry wall.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.


Item code WBT06 (150mm length).

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Miscellaneous Products

DBT Deck Board Tie


The DBT deck board tie provides a nail free surface fastening system for deck boards.
Typical DBT Installation

Designed for use with 35mm thick decking timber. Using the DBT eliminates:





Countersinking
Hammer dents
Nail popping
Water puddling
Ugly nail heads
Rust stains on the surface

Installation:
Position the DBT with the locator prongs and install with a single 3.75 x 30mm square twist nail. Using dry
timber will minimise deck board movement after installation.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

SPWG Square Plate Washer


Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.
Model No

Dimensions (mm)

Bolt Size

SPWG

50 x 50 x 2.5

M12

Easy to use connector for timber splices, no nails required. For non-structural
applications only; not for truss applications.

Material: Pre-galvanised mild steel.

100

MP36

75

150

NOT FOR TRUSSES

MENDING PLATE

MP Installed

E
AT
PL

50

G
IN

MP24

100

SE

25

US
TR

MP14

Length (mm)

FO

Width (mm)

ND
ME

Model No

Dimensions
T
NO

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Non-Cracked
Concrete

Hollow
Masonry

Cracked Concrete

Anchoring Principle

Mechanical and Chemical Anchor Systems

Type
BOAX-II

WEDGE ANCHOR

UNDERCUT ANCHOR

POLY-GP

AT-HP

SET-XP

Adhesive Anchor Systems

Undercut Anchor Systems

This type of anchor transfers load into the base

This type of anchor consists of a chemical mortar and a

This type of anchor transfers load into the base material through

material through friction grip that is established

threaded metal stud. After installation a chemical reaction

mechanical interlock with an undercut that is formed in the base

between the anchors expansion sleeve and the

takes place that secures the stud in place and the

material. The undercut can be formed before or during setting of

sidewalls of the drilled hole.

chemical bonds to the sidewalls of the drilled hole.

the anchor.

This occurs when the anchor is set and the cone is

This system does not produce expansion forces, and

These systems have very high reliability and performance.

drawn into the expansion sleeve. Expansion anchors

therefore allows for smaller edge distances and spacings.

provide a reliable and economical fixing system.

Tension Zone Anchor


This anchor is suitable
and approved for use
in cracked (tension
zone) and non-cracked
(compression zone)
concrete.

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Compression Zone
Anchor
This anchor is suitable
and approved for
use in non-cracked
(compression zone)
concrete.

Hollow Masonry

Solid Masonry

This anchor is suitable


and approved for use
in hollow masonry.

This anchor is suitable


and approved for use
in solid masonry.

European
Technical Approval

European
Conformity Mark

This anchor has


been approved
for construction
applications in
accordance with
European Technical
Approval Guidelines
(ETAG).

This product meets


the requirements
of the European
Technical Approval and
can be used without
restriction in the
European Union.

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Expansion Anchor Systems

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ETA-Approval

Fire
Resistance

Sprinklers

Steel,
Zinc Plated

Load Range

Calculation Software

Corrosion
Resistance

Solid
Masonry

Mechanical and Chemical Anchor Systems

Option 1

1.821.4
kN

Option 7
Option 1

3.426.7
kN

2.430.8
kN

Masonry

0.30.7
kN

Option 8, Masonry
and Rebar

9.154.8
kN

Option 1

5.457.4
kN

Corrosion Resistance

Approved Anchors

Corrosion is the destruction of metal through chemical or electrochemical attack by the

To ensure that an anchor is capable of resisting the intended external loads, the anchor must be

environment. In most indoor conditions carbon steel anchors with zinc plating provide

suitable for the intended application and installed in accordance with the manufacturers

sufficient corrosion resistance. Stainless steel (A4) anchors are usually suitable for outdoor

recommended installation instructions.

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or damp indoor conditions. Stainless steel anchors with special corrosion resistant
properties are necessary for aggressive conditions such as roadway tunnels or chloride

Anchors with independent technical approvals (such as an ETA) have demonstrated suitable

atmospheres.

behavior and performance for use in construction applications.

Fire Resistance
Suitable for use in fire
protection applications.

This anchor meets the


requirements of VdS
CEA 4001.

Available in carbon steel,


zinc plated and blue
passivated.

Permissible tension load.

Calculation software.

Corrosion Resistance.

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WA Wedge Anchor Bolt


ETA Option 7 Approved throughbolt for simple and economical applications.
The WA Throughbolt range. Provides an economical yet high performance
fixing for installations with small space and edge distances in non-cracked
concrete.

ETA Option 7 Approved (Non-Cracked Concrete).


Wide range of sizes from M6 to M20.
M6 to M10 sizes require 100mm concrete thickness.
High load capacity.
Optimised design for fast installation.
Suitable for small spacings between anchors.
Suitable for small edge distances.

Installation

90

Clean hole (blowing)

Insert anchor
through the fixture

Apply
recommended
installation torque
with a calibrated
torque wrench
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Material: Carbon Steel, Zinc Plated and Passivated
Thread size
Effective embedment depth (hef)
Model
Recommended

M6
40
WA 6/

[mm]

M8
45
WA 8/

tension loads for single anchors with no edge distances or spacings


Non-cracked
concrete 3)

Nrec

C20/25
C30/37
C40/50
C50/60

[kN]
[kN]
[kN]
[kN]

4.3
4.6
5.0
5.3

Non-cracked
concrete 3)

Vrec

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

C20/25
C30/37
C40/50
C50/60

[kN]
[kN]
[kN]
[kN]

3.4
3.4
3.4
3.4

M12
65
WA 12/

M16
80
WA 16/

M20 (4)
100
WA 20/

7.6
9.3
10.7
11.8

12.6
15.4
17.8
19.5

17.2
21.0
24.3
26.7

19.9
19.9
19.9
19.9

8.5
9.7
9.7
9.7

14.3
14.3
14.3
14.3

26.9
26.9
26.9
26.9

26.7
26.7
26.7
26.7

1) 5)

5.7
7.0
8.1
8.9

Recommended shear load for single anchors with no edge distances or spacings

M10
50
WA 10/

1) 2)

5.4
5.4
5.4
5.4

The recommended loads have been calculated using the partial safety factors for resistances stated in ETA-approval(s) and with a partial safety factor for actions of F=1.4. The loading figures
are valid for unreinforced concrete and reinforced concrete with a rebar spacing s 15 cm (any diameter) or with a rebar spacing s 10 cm, if the rebar diameter is 10 mm or smaller.
The figures for shear are based on a single anchor without influence of concrete edges. For anchorages close to edges (c max [10 hef; 60d]) the concrete edge failure shall be checked per
ETAG 001, Annex C, design method A.
Concrete is considered non-cracked when the tensile stress within the concrete is L + R 0. In the absence of detailed verification R = 3 N/mm can be assumed (L equals the tensile
stress within the concrete induced by external loads, anchors loads included).
Not included in the approval ETA-11/0080 - Option 7.
For combined tension and shear loads or anchor groups and/or in case of edge influence, a calculation per ETAG 001, Annex C, design method A shall be performed. For details see

With Hex Nut and Washer - Material: Carbon Steel, Zinc Plated and Blue Passivated
Item
Code

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Type

WA 6/5
WA 6/10
WA 6/20
WA 6/30
WA 8/5
WA 8/10
WA 8/20
WA 8/30
WA 8/40
WA 8/50
WA 8/70
WA 8/100
WA 10/5
WA 10/10
WA 10/20
WA 10/30
WA 10/40
WA 10/50
WA 10/70
WA 10/100
WA 12/5
WA 12/10
WA 12/20
WA 12/30
WA 12/40
WA 12/50
WA 12/80
WA 12/100
WA 12/120
WA 12/140
WA 12/160
WA 16/30
WA 16/50
WA 16/80
WA 16/100
WA 16/140
WA 20/30
WA 20/50
WA 20/80
WA 20/120

(M6 x 60)
(M6 x 65)
(M6 x 75)
(M6 x 85)
(M8 x 68)
(M8 x 73)
(M8 x 83)
(M8 x 93)
(M8 x 103)
(M8 x 113)
(M8 x 133)
(M8 x 163)
(M10 x 78)
(M10 x 83)
(M10 x 93)
(M10 x 103)
(M10 x 113)
(M10 x 123)
(M10 x 143)
(M10 x 173)
(M12 x 104)
(M12 x 109)
(M12 x 119)
(M12 x 129)
(M12 x 139)
(M12 x 149)
(M12 x 179)
(M12 x 199)
(M12 x 219)
(M12 x 239)
(M12 x 259)
(M16 x 151)
(M16 x 171)
(M16 x 201)
(M16 x 221)
(M16 x 261)
(M20 x 173)
(M20 x 193)
(M20 x 223)
(M20 x 263)

ETA

WA06060
WA06065
WA06075
WA06085
WA08068
WA08073
WA08083
WA08093
WA08103
WA08113
WA08133
WA08163
WA10078
WA10083
WA10093
WA10103
WA10113
WA10123
WA10143
WA10173
WA12104
WA12109
WA12119
WA12129
WA12139
WA12149
WA12179
WA12199
WA12219
WA12239
WA12259
WA16151
WA16171
WA16201
WA16221
WA16261
WA20173
WA20193
WA20223
WA20263

Thread
Size

Depth of Max. Fixture Fixture Eff. Embedment


Drilled Hole
Thickness
Hole
Depth

Length

Thread
Length

do x h1

tfix

df

hef

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

40

45

12

50

14

65

18

80

22

100

60
65
75
85
68
73
83
93
103
113
133
163
78
83
93
103
113
123
143
173
104
109
119
129
139
149
179
199
219
239
259
151
171
201
221
261
173
193
223
263

30
30
35
40
40
45
45
50
50
60
85
100
40
40
50
50
60
60
70
80
60
60
70
70
80
100
110
110
125
125
125
80
80
100
100
110
100
100
125
150

M6

6 x 55

M8

8 x 65

M10

10 x 70

M12

12 x 90

M16

16 x 110

M20

20 x 130

5
10
20
30
5
10
20
30
40
50
70
100
5
10
20
30
40
50
70
100
5
10
20
30
40
50
80
100
120
140
160
30
50
80
100
140
30
50
80
120

Spacing, Edge Distance and Member Thickness

Effective Embedment Depth


Characteristic Spacing
Minimum Spacing
Characteristic Edge Distance
Minimum Edge Distance
Minimum Member Thickness

hef
Scr,N
Smin
Ccr,N
Cmin
hmin

mm
mm
mm
mm
mm
mm

M6

M8

M10

M12

M16

M20(4)

40
120
30
60
40
100

45
135
40
67.5
40
100

50
150
50
75
50
120

65
195
70
97.5
70
140

80
240
90
120
90
170

100
300
120
150
120
180

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BOAXII Throughbolt
For simple and economical applications.
BOAX-II is ETA Option 1 approved.
Function: Application of the installation torque draws the cone end of the stud into the
expansion clip. The expansion clip expands
and develops a frictional grip with the sidewalls of the hole. This gives the anchor its
resistance to tension loads.
Economical anchor for medium-duty
loads

Approved for use in cracked and noncracked concrete

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CONSTRUCTION:

BoAX-II

with hex nut and washer

R 120

Material:
Carbon steel, zinc plated and blue passivated
A4 stainless steel

Base Material:
Cracked and non-cracked concrete: C20/25 to C50/60 (B25 to B55)
Also suitable for high density natural stones (D 25 N/mm2)

Approvals:
ETA-08/0276 - Option 1: M8-M16, carbon steel, zinc plated
ETA-08/0276 - Option 1: M8-M16, A4 stainless steel

Load Range:
Tension: Nperm
Shear: Vperm

= 1.8 - 21.4 [kN]


= 1.8 - 22.4 [kN]

Product Range:
BoAX-II: M8 - M16, carbon steel, zinc plated and blue passivated
BoAX-II A4: M8 - M16, A4 stainless steel

Applications:
Steel construction
Facades
Railing
Cable trays
Brackets
Ladders

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Benefits:
Economical anchor for medium duty loads
Less drilling effort: Anchor diameter = Drill bit diameter

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
The throughbolt anchor is installed through the fixture
Torquing draws the cone end of the stud into the expansion clip. The expansion clip expands and
develops a frictional grip with the sidewalls of the hole.

INSTALLATION:
Through-fix installation

90

Drill hole

Clean hole (blowing)

Insert anchor
through the fixture

Apply
recommended
installation torque
with a calibrated
torque wrench

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Carbon steel, zinc plated
THROUGHBOLT BOAX-II
With hex nut and washer
Material: Carbon steel, zinc plated and blue passivated
Approval: ETA-08/0276 (M8 - M16) - Option 1

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Item Code

x
Depth of
Drilled Hole

Max.
Fixture
Thickness

Fixture
Hole

Eff.
Embedment
Depth

Total
Length

Thread
Length

do x h1

tfix

df

hef

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

BoAX-II 8/10

BOAXII08045010

M8

8 x 60

10

45

72

32

BoAX-II 8/30

BOAXII08045030

M8

8 x 60

30

45

92

52

BoAX-II 8/50

BOAXII08045050

M8

8 x 60

50

45

112

72

BoAX-II 8/85

BOAXII08045085

M8

8 x 60

85

45

147

107

BoAX-II 10/10

BOAXII10060010

M10

10 x 75

10

12

60

92

47

BoAX-II 10/20

BOAXII10060020

M10

10 x 75

20

12

60

102

57

BoAX-II 10/30

BOAXII10060030

M10

10 x 75

30

12

60

112

67

BoAX-II 10/50

BOAXII10060050

M10

10 x 75

50

12

60

132

87

BoAX-II 10/80

BOAXII10060080

M10

10 x 75

80

12

60

162

115

BoAX-II 12/5

BOAXII12070005

M12

12 x 90

14

70

103

53

BoAX-II 12/20

BOAXII12070020

M12

12 x 90

20

14

70

118

68

BoAX-II 12/30

BOAXII12070030

M12

12 x 90

30

14

70

128

78

BoAX-II 12/50

BOAXII12070050

M12

12 x 90

50

14

70

148

98

BoAX-II 12/65

BOAXII12070065

M12

12 x 90

65

14

70

163

113

BoAX-II 12/80

BOAXII12070080

M12

12 x 90

80

14

70

178

115

BoAX-II 16/5

BOAXII16085005

M16

16 x 110

18

85

123

65

BoAX-II 16/20

BOAXII16085020

M16

16 x 110

20

18

85

138

80

BoAX-II 16/50

BOAXII16085050

M16

16 x 110

50

18

85

168

110

BoAX-II 16/60

BOAXII16085060

M16

16 x 110

60

18

85

178

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Type

Thread
Size

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Carbon steel, zinc plated
Permissible loads for single anchors with no influencing edge distances or spacings. Loads are calculated using
partial safety factors from ETAG 001 and the characteristic anchor and installation data from this catalogue.

Material: Carbon steel, zinc plated and blue passivated.


Thread size
Effective embedment depth (hef)

[mm]

Type BoA-...

M8

M10

M12

45

60

70

M16
85

BoAX-II 8/

BoAX-II 10/

BoAX-II 12/

BoAX-II 16/

Permissible tension loads1) 4)


Cracked
Concrete

Nperm

Non-cracked
concrete3)

C20/25

[kN]

2.0

3.6

4.8

9.5

C30/37

[kN]

2.2

4.0

5.3

10.5

C40/50

[kN]

2.4

4.3

5.8

11.4

C50/60

[kN]

2.6

4.6

6.1

12.2

C20/25

[kN]

3.6

6.3

7.9

16.7

C30/37

[kN]

3.9

6.9

8.7

18.4

C40/50

[kN]

4.3

7.6

9.5

20.0

C50/60

[kN]

4.6

8.1

10.1

21.4

Permissible shear loads1) 2) 4)


Cracked
Concrete

Vperm

Non-cracked
concrete3)

C20/25

[kN]

4.8

8.7

11.0

21.0

C30/37

[kN]

4.8

8.7

11.0

21.0

C40/50

[kN]

4.8

8.7

11.0

21.0

C50/60

[kN]

4.8

8.7

11.0

21.0

C20/25

[kN]

4.8

8.7

11.0

21.0

C30/37

[kN]

4.8

8.7

11.0

21.0

C40/50

[kN]

4.8

8.7

11.0

21.0

C50/60

[kN]

4.8

8.7

11.0

21.0

[Nm]

10.0

22.9

34.3

88.6

Permissible bending moments1)


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Spacings, edge distances and member thicknesses


Effective embedment depth

hef

[mm]

45

60

70

85

Characteristic spacing4)

scr,N

[mm]

135

180

210

255

Minimum spacing

smin

[mm]

50

55

60

70

Characteristic edge distance4)

ccr,N

[mm]

68

90

105

128

Minimum edge distance

cmin

[mm]

50

50

55

85

Minimum member thickness

hmin

[mm]

100

120

140

170

Drill hole diameter

d0

[mm]

10

12

16

Drill hole depth

h1

[mm]

60

75

90

110

Installation data

Clearance hole in the fixture

df

[mm]

12

14

18

Width across flats

sw

[mm]

13

17

19

24

Installation torque

Tinst

[Nm]

20

35

50

120

Installed anchor

1) The permissible loads have been calculated using the partial safety factors for resistances stated in the ETA-approval and a partial
safety factor for actions of F = 1.4.
The permissible loads are valid for unreinforced concrete and reinforced concrete with a rebar spacing s 15 cm and reinforced
concrete with a rebar spacing s 10 cm if the rebar is 10 mm
2) The permissible shear loads are based on a single anchor without influencing concrete edges. For shear loads applied close to an edge
(c < 10 hef or < 60 d) concrete edge failure must be checked per ETAG 001, Annex C, design method A.
3) Concrete is considered non-cracked when the tensile stress within the concrete is L + R 0. In the absence of detailed verification R =
3 N/mm2 can be assumed (L equals the tensile stress within the concrete as a result of external loads, forces on anchors included).
4) For combined tension and shear loads or anchor groups and/or in case of edge influence, a calculation per ETAG 001, Annex C, design method A
shall be performed. For details see ETA - approval(s).

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A4 stainless steel
Throughbolt BOAX-II A4
With hex nut and washer
Material: A4 stainless steel
Approval: ETA-08/0276 (M8 - M16) - Option 1

Type

Order Code

Max.

Thread

Depth of

Fixture

Size

Drilled Hole

Thickness

Fixture
Hole

Eff.
Embedment
Depth

Total

Thread

Length

Length

do x h1

tfix

df

hef

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

BOAXII08045010A4

M8

8 x 60

10

45

72

32

BoAX-II 8/30 A4

BOAXII08045030A4

M8

8 x 60

30

45

92

52

BoAX-II 8/50 A4

BOAXII08045050A4

M8

8 x 60

50

45

112

72

BoAX-II 10/10 A4

BOAXII10060010A4

M10

10 x 75

10

12

60

92

47

BoAX-II 10/20 A4

BOAXII10060020A4

M10

10 x 75

20

12

60

102

57

BoAX-II 10/30 A4

BOAXII10060030A4

M10

10 x 75

30

12

60

112

67

BoAX-II10/50 A4

BOAXII10060050A4

M10

10 x 75

50

12

60

132

87

BoAX-II 12/5 A4

BOAXII12070005A4

M12

12 x 90

14

70

103

53

BoAX-II 12/20 A4

BOAXII12070020A4

M12

12 x 90

20

14

70

118

68

BoAX-II 12/30 A4

BOAXII12070030A4

M12

12 x 90

30

14

70

128

78

BoAX-II 12/50 A4

BOAXII12070050A4

M12

12 x 90

50

14

70

148

98

BoAX-II 12/65 A4

BOAXII12070065A4

M12

12 x 90

65

14

70

163

113

BoAX-II 16/5 A4

BOAXII16085005A4

M16

16 x 110

18

85

123

65

BoAX-II 16/20 A4

BOAXII16085020A4

M16

16 x 110

20

18

85

138

80

BoAX-II 16/50 A4

BOAXII16085050A4

M16

16 x 110

50

18

85

168

110

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BoAX-II 8/10 A4

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A4 stainless steel
Permissible loads for single anchors with no influencing edge distances or spacings. Loads are calculated using
partial safety factors from ETAG 001 and the characteristic anchor and installation data from this catalogue.
Design calculations shall follow the requirements of ETA-08/0276.
Material: A4 stainless steel.
Thread size
Effective embedment depth (hef)

[mm]

Type BoA-...

M8

M10

M12

45

60

70

M16
85

BoAX-II 8/

BoAX-II 10/

BoAX-II 12/

BoAX-II 16/

Permissible tension loads1)


Cracked
Concrete

Nperm

Non-cracked
concrete3)

C20/25

[kN]

2.0

3.6

4.8

9.5

C30/37

[kN]

2.2

4.0

5.3

10.5

C40/50

[kN]

2.4

4.3

5.8

11.4

C50/60

[kN]

2.6

4.6

6.1

12.2

C20/25

[kN]

3.6

6.3

7.9

16.7

C30/37

[kN]

3.9

6.9

8.7

18.4

C40/50

[kN]

4.3

7.6

9.5

20.0

C50/60

[kN]

4.6

8.1

10.1

21.4

Permissible shear loads1) 2)


Cracked
Concrete

Vperm

Non-cracked
concrete3)

C20/25

[kN]

5.2

8.1

11.9

22.4

C30/37

[kN]

5.2

8.1

11.9

22.4

C40/50

[kN]

5.2

8.1

11.9

22.4

C50/60

[kN]

5.2

8.1

11.9

22.4

C20/25

[kN]

5.2

8.1

11.9

22.4

C30/37

[kN]

5.2

8.1

11.9

22.4

C40/50

[kN]

5.2

8.1

11.9

22.4

C50/60

[kN]

5.2

8.1

11.9

22.4

[Nm]

10.5

21.4

37.6

95.2

Permissible bending moments1)


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Spacings, edge distances and member thicknesses


Effective embedment depth

hef

[mm]

45

60

70

85

Characteristic spacing4)

scr,N

[mm]

135

180

210

255

Minimum spacing

smin

[mm]

50

55

60

70

Characteristic edge distance4)

ccr,N

[mm]

68

90

105

128

Minimum edge distance

cmin

[mm]

50

50

55

85

Minimum member thickness

hmin

[mm]

100

120

140

170

Drill hole diameter

d0

[mm]

10

12

16

Drill hole depth

h1

[mm]

60

75

90

110

Installation data

Clearance hole in the fixture

df

[mm]

12

14

18

Width across flats

sw

[mm]

13

17

19

24

Installation torque

Tinst

[Nm]

20

35

50

120

Installed anchor

1) The permissible loads have been calculated using the partial safety factors for resistances stated in the ETA-approval and a partial safety
factor for actions of F = 1.4.
The permissible loads are valid for unreinforced concrete and reinforced concrete with a rebar spacing s 15 cm and reinforced concrete with
2) The permissible shear loads are based on a single anchor without influencing concrete edges. For shear loads applied close to an edge (c <
10 hef or < 60 d) concrete edge failure must be checked per ETAG 001, Annex C, design method A.
3) Concrete is considered non-cracked when the tensile stress within the concrete is L + R 0. In the absence of detailed verification R = 3 N/
mm2 can be assumed (L equals the tensile stress within the concrete as a result of external loads, forces on anchors included).
4) If spacings or edge distances become smaller than the characteristic values (i.e. s scr,N and/or c ccr,N) a calculation per ETAG 001, Annex C,
design method A must be performed.

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Poly-GP - General Purpose Resin


POLY-GP is a styrene-free
polyester resin specially
formulated for light or medium
duty fixings in hollow or solid
base materials.
Easy to use and fast curing,
it enables good performance
when used in applications such
as fixing architectural steelwork,
cable trays, hand rails and
gates.

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Styrene free.
Use in solid or hollow
masonry products.
Non-flammable.

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POLY-GP is a styrene-free polyester resin specially formulated to light or medium duty fixings in
hollow or solid base materials. It's easy to use and fast curing. It enables good performance when
used in basic jobs such as fixing satelllite dish, a boiler, shelves or a gate.
POLY-GP is non-flammable product.
Cartridges available are adapted to the needs of anyone who has a universal manual dispensing
tool (such as a silicone dispensing tool) with the 300 ml cartridge.

DAZ 0816/1

POLY-GP
300 ml

Reference
Contents
POLY-GP300-UK
300 ml
Two mixers are supplied with each cartridge.

BENEFITS:
Fast curing
Low odour
Non-flammable product
Good performance in hollow and solid base
material

Beige
Colour

CERTIFICATION: SOCOTEC Hollow blocks DAZ


0816/1
MATERIAL:
Hollow or solid bricks
Applications:
Blinds
Hinges
Air-conditioners
Satellite dishes
Boilers

Curing Schedule

LMAS
Zinc-plated steel
See page 31.

Let anchor fully cure without disturbing


Temp. of Resin c

Temp. of Support c

Working Time

+5c

-5c

25 mins

Curing time
4h

+5c

0c

15 mins

3h

+5c

+5c

12 mins

2 h 30 mins

+10c

+10c

8 mins

1 h 15 mins

+15c

+15c

7 mins

55 mins

+20c

+20c

4 mins

30 mins

+30c

+30c

2 mins

20 mins

Graduated mixer MN1

Working Loads
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Working loads limit performance details have been determined from minimal values of tests carried out in
Laboratories. Those minimal values take into account a minimal safety of 4 (SOCOTEC-DAZ 0816/1).
Strength limits take into account the position of the anchors in the material and the respect of the installation
instructions.For hollow materials of unknown resitance, tests on construction sites are necessary (according to

Sleeve SH
See Page 30

BS 8539). SH sleeve should be used when fixing into hollow blocks or concrete.
Tension

Hollow block (kN)

Threaded Rod (M8 - M10 - M12)


Shear

Hollow concrete (kN)

0.6

0.9

Hollow block (kN)

Hollow concrete (kN)

1.5

1.5

Threaded Rod (M8 - M10 - M12)

Installation Data
Threaded Rod
diam xL (mm)

Drill diam (mm)

Sleeve
diam xL (mm)

Drill depth (mm)

Tightening torque
(Nm)

Number of
pressure

Hollow block

M8x140

16

16x85

90

Hollow block

M10x140

16

16x85

90

Hollow block

M12x140

16

16x85

90

Hollow concrete

M8x160

16

16x130

135

13

Hollow concrete

M10x160

16

16x130

135

13

Hollow concrete

M12x160

16

16x130

135

13

Material

Safety and Environment


We care about developing products that are user-safe and environmentally respectful
when properly handled and disposed of. Once empty, dispose of this cartridge in a
hazardous waste disposal skip.
Xi irritant

O Oxidising

Observe these safety precautions (Contains dibenzoyl peroxide):


R52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment (A). R43
May cause sensitisation by skin contact (B). R7 May cause fire (B). S3/14 Keep in a cool place away from-combustible or reducing materials-acids-oxidation catalysts (B). S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves
and eye/face protection (B). S7 Keep container tightly closed (B). S60 This material and its container must be
disposed of as hazardous waste (B).

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AT-HP - High Performance Resin


Methacrylate resin for threaded rod and rebar
AT-HP is a styrene free
methacrylate resin suitable for
threaded rod and rebar into
concrete and threaded rod into
masonry.
Easy to dispense and fast
curing, specially designed
for structural fixings and
construction uses.
Applications for metallic racking
or work in reinforced concrete.

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ETA approved for threaded


rod and rebar installations.
Fast curing.
Low odour.
Non-flammable.

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AT-HP is a styrene free methacrylate resin suitable for high performance fixing
applications of threaded rod and rebar into concrete. Easy to dispense and fast
curing, specially designed for structural fixings and very technical construction
sites. Applications for metallic racking or for work in reinforced concrete.
Cartridges available are adapted to the needs of a craftsman who uses from time
to time chemical anchors (such as a peeler cartridge 160 ml with a silicone gun)
or to the needs of a professional accustomed to chemical fixing and who uses a
coaxial cartridge in 380 ml.

ETA-13/0416
ETA-11/0150

AT-HP
160 ml

AT-HP
280 ml

AT-HP
380 ml

Grey

ETA-11/0151

Reference

Contents

AT-HP160-UK

160 ml

AT-HP280-UK

280 ml

AT-HP380-UK

380 ml

Two mixing nozzles are supplied with each cartridge.

BENEFITS:

CERTIFICATION:

Fast curing
low odour
Non-flammable

ETA for threaded rod (Option 8)


to concrete
ETA for rebar to concrete
ETA for threaded rod to
masonry.

MATERIAL:
Non-Cracked Concrete
Solid Bricks
Hollow Blocks
AAC Blocks

WRAS
MA3404/E
0706528

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Applications:
Threaded rod and rebar
connections
Racking
Balconies
Facade

Graduated mixer MN1

Curing Schedule:
Let anchor fully cure without disturbing
Temperature of Anchorage Base
T anchorage base

Working Time
tgel

Curing Time
tcure

-5C

45 min

9h

0C

15 min

4h

+5C

12 min

1 h 30 min

+10C

9 min

60 min

+20C

4 min

30 min

+30C

1 min

20 min

Note: temperature of the resin 5C.

Method of Cleaning holes in solid base materials:


Normal diameter

All diameter
2 blow
+ 2 brush

Method of cleaning hole

+ 2 blow
+ 2 brush
+ 2 blow

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Material: Carbon steel, Grade 5.8, zinc plated and blue passivated; A4-70 stainless steel / AT-HPTM
Technical data for threaded rod for fixings in concrete
Installation Parameters
M8

M10

M12

M16

10

12

14

18

M20

Drill hole diameter, d0

mm

Drill hole depth, h0

mm

Clearance hole in the fixture, df

mm

12

14

18

22

Width across flats, sw

mm

13

17

19

24

30

Installation torque, Tinst

Nm

10

20

40

80

150

64

96

80

120

96

144

128

22
192

160

240

LMAS
Zinc-Plated Steel

Spacings, Edge Distances and Member Thicknesses


M8

M10

M12

M16

M20

Effective embedment depth, hef

mm

64

96

80

120

96

144

128

192

160

240

Characteristic spacing 4), scr,N

mm

128

192

160

240

192

288

256

384

320

480

Minimum spacing, smin

mm

35

48

40

60

48

72

64

96

80

120

Characteristic edge distance 4), ccr,N

mm

64

96

80

120

96

144

128

192

160

240

Minimum edge distance, cmin

mm

35

48

40

60

48

72

64

96

80

120

Minimum member thickness, hmin

mm

100

130

110

150

130

175

160

225

200

280

Recommended Loads Steel 1) 3)


M8 8)
hef

M10 8)

M12

M16

M20

64

96

80

120

96

144

128

192

160

240

9.1

9.1

14.3

14.4

19.0

19.0

28.6

38.8

35.7

54.8

4.5

4.5

7.2

7.2

10.4

10.4

19.4

19.4

30.3

30.3

C24/25
Tension

Nrec

C50/60

kN

C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Shear 5)

Vrec

NOTES :

C50/60
BENDING MOMENT

Mrec

9.0

9.0

18.6

18.6

32.4

32.4

82.4

1.
2.

82.4

3.

Recommended Loads A4

1) 3)

M8 8)
hef

M10 8)

M12

M16

M20

4.

64

96

80

120

96

144

128

192

160

240

9.8

9.8

14.3

15.4

19.0

22.2

28.6

41.4

35.7

54.8

5.

5.9

5.9

9.3

9.3

13.5

13.5

25.2

25.2

39.3

39.3

6.

11.9

11.9

23.8

23.8

42.1

42.1

106.7

106.7

207.9

207.9

C24/25
C30/37
C40/50

Tension

Nrec

C50/60

kN

C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Shear 5)

Vrec

C50/60
BENDING MOMENT

Mrec

Nm

7.

8.

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Steel failure decisive.


The design resistances have been
calculated using the partial safety
factors for resistances stated in ETAapprovals(s).
The recommended loads have been
calculated using the partial safety factors
for resistances stated in ETA-approval(s)
and with a partial safety factor for actions
of f=1.4.
The load figures are valid for reinforced
concrete with a rebar spacing 15cm
(any diameter) or with a rebar spacing
15cm if the rebar diameter is 10mm
or smaller.
The figures for shear are based on
a single anchor without influence of
concrete edges. For anchorages close
to the edges (c hef 60d) the concrete
edge failure shall be calculated per ETAG
001, Annex C, design method A.
Concrete is considered non-cracked
when the tensile stress within the
concrete is L +R 0. In the absence
of detailed verification R = 3 N/mm2 can
be assumed (L equals the tensile stress
within the concrete induced by external
loads, anchors loads included).
For combined tension and shear loads
or anchor groups and/or in the case of
edge influence, a calculation per ETAG
001, Annex C, design method A shall
be performed. For details see the ETAapproval(s).
Load values for carbon steel hot dip
galvanised for threaded studs with
undersized threads acc EN ISO 10684:

M8: Nrk / Nrd / NRec = 16.5 / 11.1 / 7.9 kN

Vrk / Vrd / Vrec = 8.4 / 5.6 / 4.0 kN

M10: Nrk / Nrd / NRec = 26.7 / 17.9 / 12.8 kN

Vrk / Vrd / Vrec = 13.5 / 9.0 / 6.4 kN

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SET-XP Pure Epoxy Resin


Seismic conditions approved
Set-XP is a high
strength epoxy injection
adhesive for fastening
heavy structural fixings
in cracked and noncracked concrete.
It's high bond strength
and non-shrinking
formula are suitable for
use in oversized or wet
holes.

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ICC-ES approved
for cracked
concrete.
ETA option 1
approved.
Extended working
time.
High bond
strength.
Non-shrinking
formula.
Seismically
approved.

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SET-XP is a pure epoxy resin suitable for heavy threaded rod fixing applications in both cracked
and non-cracked concrete (ETA Option 1). It's specially designed for highly technical and structural
fixings. This solution is perfect for large diameters and applications in hot weather countries. SET-XP
is tested in seismic conditions.
Cartridges available (650 ml) perfectly adapted for big job sides.

BENEFITS:
ETA and ICC-ES for cracked concrete (option
1)
Extended working time
High-bond strength
Non-shrinking
Suitable for wet holes
Easy storage in hot weather countries
MATERIAL:
Cracked or non-cracked concrete

APPLICATIONS:
Heavy structural fixings into cracked or noncracked concrete
Oversized holes

SET-XP
650 ml

Teal
colour

CERTIFICATION:
ICC-ES for cracked concrete
ETA 11-0360 (Option 1)
Tested according to
ACI 355.2.
ICC-ES ESR-2508
NSF/ANSI Std. 61

Curing Schedule
Let anchor fully cure without disturbing
T C

Working time

Curing time6)

10
21
32
43

60 min
45 min
25 min
12 min

72 h
24 h
24 h
24 h

LMAS
Zinc-plated steel
See page 31.

Method of Cleaning Holes

Method of cleaning hole

194

All diameter
Clean hole by brushing and
blowing alternately with
oil-free compressed air at
minimum 5.5 bar: 2x blow,
4x brush, 2x blow.

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Material: Carbon steel, Grade 5.8, zinc plated and blue passivated; A4-70 (M24) and
A4-50 (>M24) stainless steel / SET-XPTM
Installation Parameters
M12

M16

M20

M24

14

18

24

28

M27

Drill hole diameter, d0

mm

Drill hole depth, h0

mm

Clearance hole in the fixture, df

mm

Width across flats, sw

mm

19

24

30

36

41

Installation torque, Tinst

Nm

40

60

80

100

120

70

240

80

320

14

90

400

18

30

100

480

22

110

26

540
30

Spacings, Edge Distances and Member Thicknesses


M12

M16

M20

M24

M27

mm

70

240

80

320

90

400

100

480

110

540

Characteristic spacing 4), scr,N

mm

210

720

240

960

270

1200

300

1440

330

1620

360

120

480

135

600

150

720

165

Minimum spacing, smin

mm

Characteristic edge distance 4), ccr,N

mm

Minimum edge distance, cmin

mm

Minimum member thickness, hmin

mm

45
105

60

80
100

70

100
270

116

80

115
356

138

90

135
448

156

810
155

536

170

600

Recommended Values for Resistance to Tension and Shear Loads


M12
70

M16
240

80

Steel A4 Steel A4 Steel

M20
320

A4

Steel

90
A4

Steel

M24
400

A4

Steel

100
A4

Steel

M27
480

A4

Steel

110
A4

Steel

540
A4

Steel

A4

9.5

46.7

46.7

Permissible tension loads1), for Temperature range: I5) in Cracked concrete3) C20/25, Nperm
kN

5.4

5.4 18.4 18.4 6.1

6.1

24.6

24.6

5.7

5.7

25.6

25.6

7.6

7.6

36.9

36.9

9.5

Permissible tension loads1), for Temperature range: I5) in Non-cracked concrete3) C20/25, Nperm
kN 10.0 10.0 20.0 22.5 12.3 12.3

37.6

42.0

14.6

14.6

58.5

65.6

17.1

17.1

84.2

94.3

19.8

19.8 109.0 57.4

26.6

26.6

65.7

34.5

34.5

65.7

34.5

Permissible shear loads1)2) for Temperature range: I5) in Cracked concrete3) C20/25, Vperm

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kN 12.0 13.7 12.0 13.7 17.2 17.2

22.2

25.1

16.1

16.1

34.8

39.3

21.6

21.6

50.2

56.7

Permissible shear loads1)2) for Temperature range: I5) in Non-cracked concrete3) C20/25, Vperm
kN 12.0 13.7 12.0 13.7 22.2 25.1

22.2

25.1

34.8

39.3

34.8

39.3

48.0

48.0

50.2

56.7

55.4

The permissible shear loads are based


on a single anchor without influencing
concrete edges. For shear loads applied
close to an edge (c 10 hef and 60d)
concrete edge failure must be checked
per ETAG 001, Annex C, design method
A.
2)

Effective embedment depth, hef

hef

NOTES :
The permissible loads have been
calculated using the partial safety factors
for resistances stated in the ETA and a
partial safety factor for actions of F =
1.4. The permissible loads are valid for
unreinforced concrete and reinforced
concrete with a rebar spacing s 15
cm and reinforced concrete with a rebar
spacing s 10 cm if the rebar is 10 mm
or smaller.

1)

Concrete is considered non-cracked


when the tensile stress within the
concrete is L + R 0. In the absence
of detailed verification R = 3 N/mm can
be assumed (L equals the tensile stress
within the concrete as a result of external
loads, forces on anchors included).

4)
For combined tension and shear loads
or anchor groups and/or in case of edge
influence, a calculation per TR 029 shall
be performed. For details see ETA approval(s).
3)

5)
Temperature range I: -40C to +43C
(max long term temperature: +24C; max
short term temperature: 43C).

6)
For installation in wet concrete
the curing times shall be doubled
(installation in water-filled drill holes is
not allowed).

Permissible bending moments1), Mperm


Nm 37.7 42.1 37.7 42.1 94.8 106.6 94.8 106.6 185.7 207.9 185.7 207.9 320.5 359.9 320.5 359.9 475.4 249.7 475.4 249.7

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VAC/VAS Threaded Rod and Vinylester Capsule System


Vinylester anchoring system for secure fixing
into non-cracked concrete.
Function: After drilling and cleaning the hole, the capsule is
inserted into the hole and the anchor stud is driven with a
rotating/hammering action. This breaks the capsule and
mixes the contents. The resulting chemical reaction creates
a durable expansion pressure free bond between the
anchor stud, the reacted resin, and the concrete.
Benefits:

Expansion pressure free

This adhesive fixing system consists of a threaded stud and chemical-filled glass capsule.

The bond strength between the cured chemical and the drilled hole is dependent on the thorough cleaning of the
drilled hole. Follow the installation instructions carefully.

Reduced permissible edge distances and spacings

During installation, the capsule is crushed and the rotating and hammering action mixes the contents.
After the recommended cure time, the fixture can be installed and the fixing can be loaded.
Capsule has shelf life of 2 years when stored correctly. Dont use if capsule is damaged or if the contents do not flow
in a honey-like fashion at room temperature.

VAC Curing Shcedule

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Temperature of Anchorage
Base
Tanchorage base

Curing Time(7)

-5 C

480 mins

0 C

240 mins

+5 C

150 mins

+10 C

120 mins

+15 C

90 mins

+20 C

45 mins

+30 C

20 mins

+40 C

10 mins

tcure

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CONSTRUCTION:

VAS Threaded stud

VAC Capsule

Setting tool

Material:
VAS:
VAS A4:
VAC:

Carbon steel, zinc plated and blue passivated


A4-70 stainless steel
Glass capsule with polyester resin, hardener and mineral aggregates

Base Material:
Non-cracked concrete C20/25 to C50/60 (B25 to B55)

Load Range:
Tension:
Shear:

Nperm
Vperm

= 4.0 - 60.0 kN
= 4.0 - 60.0 kN

Temperature Range:
Maximum long-term service temperature = +50C
Maximum short-term service temperature = +80 C

Range Supplied:
VAS: M8 M30, carbon steel, zinc plated and blue passivated / A4 stainless steel

Applications:
Brackets
Steel construction
Base plates
Storage racks
Railings
Machines

Benefits:
Causes no expansion pressure.
Stud with hex head for easy installation.
Reduced edge distances and spacings with setting tool.
High capacity in non-cracked concrete.

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Completely seals drilled hole

Storage:
Dry, dark, at a temperature between +5C and +25C. Avoid direct sunlight.

Shelf Life:
24 months after manufacturing date when stored according to the above recommendations
Information from Koelner Stahl.

Installation:

90

Drill hole and thoroughly


clean (brushing and blowing).

Insert VAS capsule into


drilled hole.

Spin in VAS stud to the


embedment depth marking
using a rotary hammer drill

After the specified cure time,


install the fixture and apply
the recommended fastening
torque with a calibrated
torque-wrench

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VAS Carbon Steel, Zinc Plated Item Codes and Dimensions

Item Code

Thread
Size
(mm)

Description

x Depth
of Drilled
Hole

Max
Fixture
Thickness

d0 x h1
(mm)

tfix
(mm)

Fixture
Hole
df
(mm)

Total
Length

Effective

L
(mm)

VAC
Capsule

VAS08110

Threaded Stud-M8x110

M8

10 x 85

10

80

110

VAS10130

Threaded Stud-M10x130

M10

12 x 95

15

12

90

130

VAC08
VAC10

VAS10190

Threaded Stud-M10x190

M10

12 x 95

75

12

90

190

VAC10

VAS12160

Threaded Stud-M12x160

M12

14 x 115

20

14

110

160

VAC12

VAS12190

Threaded Stud-M12x190

M12

14 x 115

50

14

110

190

VAC12

VAS12220

Threaded Stud-M12x220

M12

14 x 115

80

14

110

220

VAC12

VAS12300

Threaded Stud-M12x300

M12

14 x 115

160

14

110

300

VAC12

VAS16190

Threaded Stud-M16x190

M16

18 x 130

30

18

125

190

VAC18
VAC18

VAS16220

Threaded Stud-M16x220

M16

18 x 130

60

18

125

220

VAS16300

Threaded Stud-M16x300

M16

18 x 130

140

18

125

300

VAC18

VAS16380

Threaded Stud-M16x380

M16

18 x 130

220

18

125

380

VAC18

VAS20260

Threaded Stud-M20x260

M20

24 x 175

45

22

210

260

VAC20

VAS24300

Threaded Stud-M24x300

M24

28 x 215

35

26

270

300

VAC24

VAS30380

Threaded Stud-M30x380

M30

35 x 275

75

32

280

380

VAC30

x Depth
of Drilled
Hole

Max
Fixture
Thickness

Fixture
Hole

VAS Stainless Steel Item Codes and Dimensions

Item Code

Thread
Size
(mm)

Description

d0 x h1
(mm)

tfix
(mm)

df
(mm)

Total
Length

Effective

L
(mm)

VAS8110A4

Threaded Stud-M8x110 Stainless Steel

M8

10 x 85

10

80

110

VAC08

VAS10130A4

Threaded Stud-M10x130 Stainless Steel

M10

12 x 95

15

12

90

130

VAC10

VAS12160A4

Threaded Stud-M12x160 Stainless Steel

M12

14 x 115

20

14

110

160

VAC12

VAS12220A4

Threaded Stud-M12x220 Stainless Steel

M12

14 x 115

80

14

110

220

VAC12

VAS16190A4

Threaded Stud-M16x190 Stainless Steel

M16

18 x 130

30

18

125

190

VAC18

VAS20260A4

Threaded Stud-M20x260 Stainless Steel

M20

24 x 175

45

22

210

260

VAC20

Diameter

Total
Length

Item Code

Description

(mm)

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VAC Capsule Steel Item Codes and Dimensions

(mm)

VAC08

Glass Capsule

9.3

VAC10

Glass Capsule

10.8

85
85

VAC12

Glass Capsule

12.7

95

VAC16

Glass Capsule

16.8

95

VAC20

Glass Capsule

21.6

180

VAC24

Glass Capsule

23.8

215

VAC30

Glass Capsule

33.2

270

VAS Installation Data


M8

198

VAC
Capsule

M10

M12

M16

M20

M24

M30

Drill Hole Diameter (mm)

dc

10

12

14

16

24

28

35

Drill Hole Depth (mm)

h1

85

95

115

130

175

215

275

Clearance Hole Diameter in the Fixture (mm)

dr

12

14

18

22

26

32

Width Across Flats (mm)

sw

13

17

19

24

30

36

46

Installation Torq (Nm)

Tinst

10

20

40

80

120

180

300

Effective Embedment Depth (mm)

hef

80

90

110

125

170

210

270

Characteristic Spacing (mm)

Scr, N

240

270

330

375

510

630

675

Minimum Spacing (mm)

Smin

40

45

55

63

85

105

135

Characteristic Edge Distance (mm)

Ccr, N

120

135

165

190

255

315

340

Minimum Edge Distance (mm)

Cmin

40

45

55

63

85

105

135

Minimum Member Thickness (mm)

hmin

120

130

140

180

230

270

340

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M8
Cat 1
hef

M10

Cat 2

Cat 1

80

M12

Cat 2

Cat 1

90

M16

Cat 2

Cat 1

110

M20

Cat 2

Cat 1

125

M24

Cat 2

Cat 1

170

M30

Cat 2

Cat 1

210

Cat 2

270

VAS (Zinc Coated) Characteristic Resistance(1, 5, 8) in Non-Cracked Concrete


C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Tension

NRk

C50/60

kN

C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Shear

VRk

C50/60
Bending Moment

MoRk

Nm

18.0

18.0

29.0

29.0

42.0

42.0

60.0

60.0

95.0

95.0

140.0

140.0

200.0

200.0

18.0

18.0

29.0

29.0

42.0

42.0

62.4

62.4

98.8

98.8

140.0

140.0

200.0

200.0

18.0

18.0

29.0

29.0

42.0

42.0

64.2

64.2

101.7

101.7

140.0

140.0

200.0

200.0

18.0

18.0

29.0

29.0

42.0

42.0

65.4

65.4

103.6

103.6

140.0

140.0

200.0

200.0

9.0

9.0

14.0

14.0

21.0

21.0

39.0

39.0

61.0

61.0

88.0

88.0

140.0

140.0

9.0

9.0

14.0

14.0

21.0

21.0

39.0

39.0

61.0

61.0

88.0

88.0

140.0

140.0

9.0

9.0

14.0

14.0

21.0

21.0

39.0

39.0

61.0

61.0

88.0

88.0

140.0

140.0

9.0

9.0

14.0

14.0

21.0

21.0

39.0

39.0

61.0

61.0

88.0

88.0

140.0

140.0

19

19

37

37

65

65

166

166

324

324

561

561

1124

1124

VAS (Stainless Steel) Characteristic Resistance


C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Tension

NRk

C50/60

kN

C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Shear

VRk

C50/60
Bending Moment

MoRk

VAS (Zinc Coated) Design Resistance

(1, 3, 5, 8)

C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Tension

NRk

C50/60

kN

C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Shear

VRk

C50/60
Bending Moment

MoRk

Nm

VAS (Stainless Steel) Design Resistance


C30/37
C40/50

Tension

NRk

C50/60

kN

C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Shear

VRk

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C50/60
Bending Moment

MoRk

Nm

VAS (Zinc Coated) Recommended Loads


C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Tension

NRec

C50/60

kN

C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Shear

VRec

C50/60
Bending Moment

MRek

Nm

in Non-Cracked Concrete

25.0

25.0

30.0

30.0

50.0

50.0

60.0

60.0

95.0

95.0

140.0

140.0

200.0

200.0

26.0

26.0

31.2

31.2

52.0

52.0

62.4

62.4

98.8

98.8

140.0

140.0

200.0

200.0

26.0

26.0

32.1

32.1

53.5

53.5

64.2

64.2

101.7

101.7

140.0

140.0

200.0

200.0

26.0

26.0

32.7

32.7

54.5

54.5

65.4

65.4

103.6

103.6

140.0

140.0

200.0

200.0

13.0

13.0

20.0

20.0

29.0

29.0

55.0

55.0

86.0

86.0

124.0

124.0

196.0

196.0

13.0

13.0

20.0

20.0

29.0

29.0

55.0

55.0

86.0

86.0

124.0

124.0

196.0

196.0

13.0

13.0

20.0

20.0

29.0

29.0

55.0

55.0

86.0

86.0

124.0

124.0

196.0

196.0

13.0

13.0

20.0

20.0

29.0

29.0

55.0

55.0

86.0

86.0

124.0

124.0

196.0

196.0

26

26

52

52

92

92

233

233

454

454

786

786

1574

1574

in Non-Cracked Concrete
12.0

11.9

16.7

14.3

27.8

23.8

33.3

28.6

52.8

45.2

77.8

66.7

111.1

95.2

12.0

12.0

17.3

14.9

28.0

24.8

34.7

29.7

54.9

47.0

77.8

66.7

111.1

95.2

12.0

12.0

17.8

15.3

28.0

25.5

35.7

30.6

56.5

48.4

77.8

66.7

111.1

95.2

12.0

12.0

18.2

15.6

28.0

26.0

36.3

31.1

57.5

49.3

77.8

66.7

111.1

95.2

7.2

7.2

11.2

11.2

16.8

16.8

31.2

31.2

48.8

48.8

70.4

70.4

112.0

112.0

7.2

7.2

11.2

11.2

16.8

16.8

31.2

31.2

48.8

48.8

70.4

70.4

112.0

112.0

7.2

7.2

11.2

11.2

16.8

16.8

31.2

31.2

48.8

48.8

70.4

70.4

112.0

112.0

7.2

7.2

11.2

11.2

16.8

16.8

31.2

31.2

48.8

48.8

70.4

70.4

112.0

112.0

15.2

15.2

29.6

29.6

52.0

52.0

133

133

259

259

449

449

899

899

(1, 3, 5, 8)

C20/25

(1, 5, 8)

in Non-Cracked Concrete

13.9

11.9

16.7

14.3

27.8

23.8

33.3

28.6

52.8

45.2

77.8

66.7

111.1

95.2

13.9

12.4

17.3

14.9

28.9

24.8

34.7

29.7

54.9

47.0

77.8

66.7

111.1

95.2

13.9

12.7

17.8

15.3

29.7

25.5

35.7

30.6

56.5

48.4

77.8

66.7

111.1

95.2

13.9

13.0

18.2

15.6

30.3

26.0

36.3

31.1

57.5

49.3

77.8

66.7

111.1

95.2

8.3

8.3

12.8

12.8

18.6

18.6

35.3

35.3

55.1

55.1

79.5

79.5

125.6

125.6

8.3

8.3

12.8

12.8

18.6

18.6

35.3

35.3

55.1

55.1

79.5

79.5

125.6

125.6

8.3

8.3

12.8

12.8

18.6

18.6

35.3

35.3

55.1

55.1

79.5

79.5

125.6

125.6

8.3

8.3

12.8

12.8

18.6

18.6

35.3

35.3

55.1

55.1

79.5

79.5

125.6

125.6

16.7

16.7

33.3

33.3

59.0

59.0

149

149

291

291

504

504

1009

1009

(1, 3, 5, 8)

in Non-Cracked Concrete

8.6

8.5

11.9

10.2

19.8

17.0

23.8

20.4

37.7

32.3

55.6

47.6

79.4

68.0

8.6

8.8

12.4

10.6

20.6

17.7

24.8

21.2

39.2

33.6

55.6

47.6

79.4

68.0

8.6

9.1

12.7

10.9

21.2

18.2

25.5

21.8

40.3

34.6

55.6

47.6

79.4

68.0

8.6

9.3

13.0

11.1

21.6

18.5

26.0

22.2

41.1

35.2

55.6

47.6

79.4

68.0

5.1

6.0

9.2

9.2

13.3

13.3

25.2

25.2

39.4

39.4

56.8

56.8

89.7

89.7

5.1

6.0

9.2

9.2

13.3

13.3

25.2

25.2

39.4

39.4

56.8

56.8

89.7

89.7

5.1

6.0

9.2

9.2

13.3

13.3

25.2

25.2

39.4

39.4

56.8

56.8

89.7

89.7

5.1

6.0

9.2

9.2

13.3

13.3

25.2

25.2

39.4

39.4

56.8

56.8

89.7

89.7

10.9

11.9

23.8

23.8

42.1

42.1

106.7

106.7

207.9

207.9

359.9

359.9

720.7

720.7

VAS (Stainless Steel) Recommended Loads(1, 3, 5, 8) in Non-Cracked Concrete


C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Tension

NRec

C50/60

kN

C20/25
C30/37
C40/50

Shear

VRec

C50/60
Bending Moment
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

MRek

Nm

9.9

8.5

11.9

10.2

19.8

17.0

23.8

20.4

37.7

32.3

55.6

47.6

79.4

68.0

9.9

8.8

12.4

10.6

20.6

17.7

24.8

21.2

39.2

33.6

55.6

47.6

79.4

68.0

9.9

9.1

12.7

10.9

21.2

18.2

25.5

21.8

40.3

34.6

55.6

47.6

79.4

68.0

9.9

9.3

13.0

11.1

21.6

18.5

26.0

22.2

41.1

35.2

55.6

47.6

79.4

68.0

6.0

6.0

9.2

9.2

13.3

13.3

25.2

25.2

39.4

39.4

56.8

56.8

89.7

89.7

6.0

6.0

9.2

9.2

13.3

13.3

25.2

25.2

39.4

39.4

56.8

56.8

89.7

89.7

6.0

6.0

9.2

9.2

13.3

13.3

25.2

25.2

39.4

39.4

56.8

56.8

89.7

89.7

6.0

6.0

9.2

9.2

13.3

13.3

25.2

25.2

39.4

39.4

56.8

56.8

89.7

89.7

11.9

11.9

23.8

23.8

42.1

42.1

106.7

106.7

207.9

207.9

359.9

359.9

720.7

720.7

Steel failure decisive.


The design resistances have been calculated using the partial safety factors for resistances stated in ETA-approval(s).
The recommended loads have been calculated using the partial safety factors for resistances stated in ETA approval(s) and with a partial safety factor for actions of F = 1.4.
The load figures are valid for un-reinforced concrete and reinforced concrete with a rebar spacing s 15cm (any diameter) or with a rebar spacing s 10cm, if the rebar
diameter is 10cm or smaller.
The concrete is considered non-cracked when the tensile stress within the concrete is L + R 0. In the absence of detailed verification R = 3 N/mm2 can be assumed (q =
the tensile stress within the concrete induced by external loads, anchor loads included).
For combined tension and shear loads or anchor groups and/or in case of edge influence, a calculation per TR 029, design method A shall be performed. For details see ETA
- approval(s).
For wet concrete, the curing time shall be doubled.
Values for the temperature range I: -40C to +80C (max. long term temperature: +50C; max. short term temperature: +80C)
Use CAT 1 for dry or wet concrete. use CAT 2: Flooded holes with the exception of sea water.

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Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction

Mechanical and Chemical Anchor Systems


Dispensing Tools
Simpson Strong-Tie has developed a line of professional manual applicator guns that are powerful,
strong and pefectly matched to our products. Equipped with a comfortable handle they release a
perfectly adapted pressure during dispensing. We strictly control the quality of the steel rods. Their
hexagonal form makes them keep their shape. The reinforced cradle has been designed for an
optimal positioning of the cartridge. Its anti-corrosive steel coating makes it a solid tool.
DT300
Description

Code

Cartridges

Extrusion tool DT300

DT300

160/280/300 ml

Extrusion tool DT380

DT380

380 ml

Extrusion tool DT650

DT650

400/650 ml

DT380
High quality steel rod

DT650
Reinforced cradle

Correct pressure level

Comfortable handle

Sleeves

Description

Code

Dimensions

Sleeve SH 12x50

SH12050-RP10

12x50 mm

Sleeve SH 16x85

SH16085-RP6

16x85 mm

Sleeve SH 16x130

SH16130-RP6

16x130 mm

Sleeve SH 20x85

SH20085-RP4

20x85 mm

Sleeve SH

Mixing Nozzles
Always use the proper Simpson Strong-Tie mixing nozzle. Always inject the resin starting from
the bottom of the hole and withdrawing gradually as the hole is filled. Ensure that the mixing
nozzle reaches the bottom of the hole before starting injection. Use extension tubing if needed.
Description

Code

Products

Mixing nozzle MN1

MN1-RP10

POLY-GP/AT-HP

MN1

MN2

Extension Tubes
In case of deep embedments it may be necessary to extend the mixer by attaching an extension
tubes which enables to reach the bottom of the hole.

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Name

Code

Notes

Extension MNE

MNE-RP10

For MN1

MNE

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Sleeves are required for fixings in hollow bricks. Various sizes are available depending on the
product to be fixed.

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Dust Pump
Dust pumps are a must for proper hole cleaning.
Name

Code

Notes

Dust pump

PUMP

Solid blocks

Pump

Brushes
Wire brushes with nylon bristles are available in two diameters and lengths. Always
brush holes to loosen dust as per the installation instructions.
Name

Code

Notes

Brushes BR

BR17-30

One pack =
1 BR17 + 1 BR30
(Solid/Hollow blocks)

BR17

BR30

Rods
LMAS - Zinc-plated steel Grade 5.8

Reference

Threaded
Rod

Total
length
(mm)
L

Max
thickness
of the item
to be fixed
(mm)
tfix

Max of the
hole for the item
to fix (mm)
df

Embedment
depth (mm)
hef

x min drill
depth (mm)
d0 x h1

LMAS0810064020

M8

95

20

64

10 x 64

LMAS1012080025

M10

120

25

12

80

12 x 80

LMAS1012080060

M10

155

60

12

80

12 x 80

LMAS1214096035

M12

150

35

14

96

14 x 96

LMAS1214096070

M12

185

70

14

96

14 x 96

LMAS1618128020

M16

170

20

18

128

18 x 128

LMAS1618128050

M16

200

50

18

128

18 x 128

LMAS2022160050

M20

240

50

22

160

22 x 160

Total
length
(mm)
L

Max
thickness
of the item
to be fixed
(mm)
tfix

Max of the
hole for the item
to fix (mm)
df

Embedment
depth (mm)
hef

x min drill
depth (mm)
d0 x h1

LMAS

LMAS A4 - Stainless Steel A4-70

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Reference

Threaded
Rod

LMAS0810064020A4

M8

95

20

64

10 x 64

LMAS1012080025A4

M10

120

25

12

80

12 x 80

LMAS1012080060A4

M10

155

60

12

80

12 x 80

LMAS1214096035A4

M12

150

35

14

96

14 x 96

LMAS1214096070A4

M12

185

70

14

96

14 x 96

LMAS1618128020A4

M16

170

20

18

128

18 x 128

LMAS1618128050A4

M16

200

50

18

128

18 x 128

LMAS2022160050A4

M20

240

50

22

160

22 x 160

Metal Sieve SHM


Steel sieve (cut to length required)

Type

Order Code

Compatible
LMAS

SHM 16/1000*

SHM161000

mm
LMAS M10 + M12

Sieve

Sieve
Length

mm
16

mm
1000

x
Depth of
Drilled Hole
d0
mm
16

*Not included in approval.

Internally Threaded Sleeve IGH


Steel internally threaded sleeve

Type
IGH M8x80*
IGH M10x80*
IGH M12x80*
*Not included in approval.

Order Code
IGH08080
IGH10080
IGH12080

Compatible
LMAS
mm
LMAS M8
LMAS M10
LMAS M12

Sieve

Sieve
Length

mm
12
14
16

mm
80
80
80

x
Depth of Drilled
d0 x h1
mm
14 x 90
16 x 90
18 x 90
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Quik Drive and


Stainless Steel
Fixings
Applications include:
Decking
Cladding
Drywall
Flooring
Ceilings
Truck Beds
Marine Installations
Oak Framing
Modular Housing

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reduces the time and effort required when fixing ceilings, floors, decking and mezzanine floors using screws.
We also offer the UK's widest range of stainless steel screws and nails. To find out more scan the QR code or
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