Installation Errors – They Happen Paul McEntee A few years ago, we created an article on creative uses of our products. Most of the uses shown were artistic, or functional do-it-yourself projects, with one odd car spoiler modification. This week, I was reviewing some slides in a presentation that I give a few times a year regarding product... Read More June 2017 Issue #10215 Page 84
How to Pick a Connector Series: Selecting a Joist Hanger Randy Shackelford A quick glance through the Simpson Strong-Tie® Wood Construction Connectors catalog shows that we manufacture at least 29 different models of face-mount wood-to-wood joist hangers, three separate models of face-mount wood-to-masonry hangers, 42 different models of top-flange wood-to-wood... Read More March 2017 Issue #10212 Page 76
How to Pick a Connector Series – Selecting Fasteners Aram Khachadourian, P.E. The parts won’t hold themselves up. They have to be fastened in place. In a previous entry in this series, Randy Shackelford, PE addressed selecting a joist hanger. This article focuses on the fasteners recommended for various wood connectors. For straps, holdowns, and other... Read More October 2016 Issue #09207 Page 68
Hurry and Wait! Rod Wasserman Thank you to all who viewed our Framing Table with Single Tool Programmable Panel Bridge at the BCMC Show in Milwaukee! Many have asked why should I consider a Single Table Wall Assembly System with Single Tool Panel Bridge? Over 40 years ago Triad introduced the Exterior Wall Panel Line... Read More December 2015 Issue #08197 Page 32