Introducing PFCB and PFC: Column Base Brackets and Angles for Post Frame Construction

The PFCB and PFC post frame column bases and angles are our newest post base products and part of an expanding line of post frame construction solutions. These dry-set parts connect your glulam, nail-lam, or solid sawn post to the foundation with either an angle bracket pair (PFC) or a mechanically clinched assembly (PFCB) sized for a variety of widths. The wood side takes 1/4″-diameter SDS screws and the anchorage side takes 5/8″-diameter anchors. Installation is fast and easy with no through-bolts. They’re G90 galvanized, and HDG or black powder coat is available by special order.  

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Florida Office of Insurance Regulation’s Uniform Mitigation Verification Inspection Form OIR-B1-1802 (Rev. 04/26)

Could a stronger roof-to-wall connection lower your insurance costs? Florida’s revised OIR-B1-1802 form now recognizes certain performance-based retrofit solutions for wind mitigation credits. Learn how proper installation, documentation, and Simpson Strong-Tie retrofit solutions can help improve resilience and qualify for savings.

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