Today’s blog post is the first in a series called “Anchor Anatomy 101.” Each post is designed to clarify anchor components, installation processes, and common applications to help you make informed anchor selection decisions based on your project’s unique requirements.
The Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Link™ Moment Connection — A Strong, Field-Friendly New Moment Connection for Low-Seismic and Wind-Governed Regions
Moment connections are a common lateral system in structural steel design, offering the advantage of unobstructed sight lines and clear passageways. However, they often come with significant cost and labor demands. Fully welded moment connections require extensive beam preparation, welding, and inspection, while common bolted solutions, such as flange-plated and end-plate moment connections, still involve welded components, leading to installation and fit-up challenges.
From Scholarship to Strengthening: My Career Evolution at Simpson Strong-Tie
Tran Duong, Strengthening Solutions engineer at Simpson Strong-Tie, reflects on how the Simpson Strong-Tie Student Scholarship shaped her career path. From receiving the scholarship as a civil engineering student to transitioning from consulting at Freese and Nichols, she now helps lead the company’s structural strengthening solutions. Tran shares her journey, emphasizing the importance of making connections, taking risks and learning beyond the classroom.
Earthquake Retrofit Solutions and Resources Webinar
In this post, we follow up on our November webinar, Earthquake Retrofit Solutions and Resources Webinar, by answering some of the interesting questions raised by attendees.
Oh Yeah, Prove It! WSV SUBFLOOR Screws as Alternatives to 8d and 10d Subfloor Nails
When Simpson Strong-Tie set out to re-engineer their Strong-Drive® WSV Subfloor screw, the plan was to bring a code-evaluated, no-squeak, no-glue all screw replacement for sheathed horizontal wood-frame diaphragms to the market. We knew that these collated fasteners, which were designed for fast subfloor installation using the auto-feed Quik Drive® system, were going to be an ideal replacement for 8d and 10d nails. The only thing left to do was to prove it…
Strengthen Your Designs with the Latest Strong-Wall® Applications Webinar
In this post, we follow up on our October webinar, by answering some of the interesting questions raised by attendees. During the webinar, we discussed the latest Strong-Wall applications and innovative design strategies to help you optimize your structural designs. We walked through key updates, showcasing how our enhanced Strong-Wall solutions can streamline the design process while improving structural performance and compliance.
Framing the Future: The Evolution of Moment Frames
Discover insights from Simpson Strong-Tie engineer Emily Morris Frazier, P.E., as she examines the evolution of moment frame construction over the past 150 years. She traces the transition from early rivet and angle connections to the prevalent use of welded moment frames in seismic zones. Emily addresses the challenges that emerged after significant earthquakes, which spurred the development of prequalified connections to boost safety and performance. She highlights the ongoing advancements in design strategies that aim to enhance the resilience of modern structures.
How Simpson Strong-Tie Helped Shape My Career
Matthew Cristi is a structural engineering project manager at Los Angeles Air Force Base and a Civil Engineering Officer in the U.S. Air Force Reserves. He earned his degrees from CSUN and Stanford and has worked at KPFF and Los Angeles Air Force Base. Matthew first connected with Simpson Strong-Tie through a scholarship and continues to value their support and resources in his professional work.
Introducing the HTTH6.5 Heavy Tension Tie: Engineered to Meet the Most Demanding Conditions
The HTTH6.5 heavy tension tie (Figure 1) is designed to meet the growing demands of modern construction. This product combines state-of-the-art design with rigorous testing, offering a robust and reliable solution for high-load applications. Its painstaking engineering and precision manufacturing ensure superior performance even in the most demanding conditions.
A No-Equal Experience: The Simpson Strong-Tie® Student Scholarship Trip
Hear from Koby Stewart, a civil engineering senior at the University of Michigan, as he shares his experience as a Simpson Strong-Tie Student Scholarship recipient. Koby dives into his background in construction and his introduction to Simpson Strong-Tie’s “No Equal” philosophy of excellence. Koby discusses how the experience broadened his professional network and influenced his career plans, including participation in ASCE competitions and pursuing a master’s degree in structural engineering.