How To Install Roof With Simpson Strong Tie
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How to install roof with simpson strong tie. Its simple design makes installation intuitive and quick resulting in lower labor costs. The locator tabs make proper location of the clip easy. The rbc can be used on wood or masonry walls and will handle roof pitches from 0 12 to 12 12. Fortunately simpson strong tie has developed a new web application the joist hanger selector which automates this entire process.
The joist hanger selector from simpson strong tie makes selecting the most cost effective hanger based on the type of installation options and loads easier than ever. The lcb has sizes available for 4x4 4x6 and 6x6 solid sawn posts while the cb bases accommodate glulam and solid sawn members ranging from 4x4 up to 12x12. Additional installation information can also be found in the simpson strong tie wood construction connectors catalog. Concrete connectors anchors holdowns tension ties installation.
Once your rafter is in place slide the plate into place and attach with simpson strong tie structural screws or galvanized 8d nails. Simpson strong tie also offers another style which attaches to the front of the top plate and the side of the rafter. As with the other style these connectors offer convenience as well as strength. The simpson strong tie lssj field adjustable jack hanger is the ideal hanger for connecting jack rafters to hip valley members.
Once you agree to the terms and conditions choose the type of hanger you want to specify then select the types of members being connected. Strong drive sdwf floor to floor screw installation strong drive sdwc truss screw the strong drive sdwc truss screw provides a stud to bottom plate or stud to top plate connection as well as fastening trusses and rafters to top plates. Featuring a versatile hinged seat the lssj is easily field adjustable to typical rafter slopes with a max slope of 12 12. For more than 55 years simpson strong tie has focused on creating structural products that help people build safer and stronger homes and buildings.