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Simpson Strong-Tie News: February 2014
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Sphere 1 Names Simpson Strong-Tie Preferred Supplier

Simpson Strong-Tie has been named the first primary/core preferred supplier for Concrete Repair & Restoration products by Sphere 1, a nationwide cooperative of independent tool and fastener distributors. Sphere 1 has also recognized Simpson Strong-Tie as the primary/core preferred supplier in three other categories: connectors, anchors and auto-feed screw driving systems.

Simpson Strong-Tie launched its repair, protection and strengthening systems product line last September, continuing to expand its presence in infrastructure, commercial and industrial construction. For more information, go to www.strongtie.com/rps.

Structural Engineering Institute LogoSimpson Strong-Tie is the First Sustaining Organization Member of SEI

Simpson Strong-Tie demonstrated its continued commitment to the structural engineering community by becoming the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) first Sustaining Organization Member of its Structural Engineering Institute (SEI). With more than 23,000 members, SEI focuses on advancing the structural engineering profession by providing its members resources for research, education and standards development.

DSV Wood Decking ScrewDrive Up to 35% More Screws per Battery Charge with the DSV Wood-Decking Screw

For preservative-treated decking applications, the DSV screw is a powerful fastening solution with low-torque threads that allow up to 35% more screws to be driven on a single battery charge. It features a fast-start tip and under-head nibs to countersink into today's wood deck boards for a clean, finished appearance. The DSV screw is designed to withstand the expansion and contraction that is common with fast-growth lumber, and its Quik Guard® coating helps protect against corrosion. It is available in hand-drive as well as in collated strips for use with Quik Drive® auto-feed screw driving systems. Visit our website to learn more about the DSV decking screw and other fasteners.

2014-2015 Anchoring and Fastening Systems and Commercial Cold-Formed Steel Solutions Product GuideNew 2014-2015 Product Guide now available

The The 2014-2015 Anchoring and Fastening Systems and Commercial Cold-Formed Steel Solutions Product Guide features up-to-date product information, new products, and expanded information on infrastructure, commercial and industrial applications. The guide is organized into useful, intuitive product groupings and benefits for cracked-concrete, direct fastening, general purpose anchoring and more. To download or request a copy, visit www.strongtie.com/anchorsystems.

Resources

Workshops

BROCHURE:
DIY Done Right - Make Your Home Projects Easier
S-HOMEPRJCTS14

CONNECTOR SELECTION GUIDE:
Snavely Forest Products
CSG-SNAVELY13

FLIERS:
Quik Drive® Systems Help Rebuild Boardwalk After Hurricane Sandy
CS-Q-SHBW14

PRODUCT GUIDE:
Anchoring & Fastening Systems; Commercial Cold-Formed Steel Solutions
S-A-PG14

SOFTWARE:
Anchor Designer™ Software for ACI 318, ETAG and CSA
Version 2.2

CODE REPORTS:
To see all of the newest code reports, click here. You can also view all our code reports by product and by agency.

REVIT® DRAWINGS:
We recently updated a large number of our Revit families.
Visit our Revit Drawings page to download the latest 2D and 3D drawing families.

NORTHWEST:
Authorized Stocking Dealers & Dealers/Distributors
May 22 Durango CO
Authorized Stocking Dealers-Condensed
Mar 4 Stockton CA
Apr 10 St. George UT
May 20 St. Spokane WA
General Construction Review with Anchors and Fasteners
Feb 26 Jackson WY
General Construction Review with Lateral Systems and Anchor Systems
Apr 10 St. George UT
May 20 St. Spokane WA
May 22 Durango CO
General Review with Lateral, Wood & CFS Connectors, Anchors & RPS
Mar 18 St. Anchorage AK
Mar 20 St. Fairbanks AK
Introduction to Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses
Mar 18 Kent WA
Mar 20 Stockton CA
Introduction to RPS (Repair, Protect & Strengthen)
Mar 25 Denver CO
Mar 27 Salt Lake City UT
IRC with Fasteners Solutions
Feb 27 Fort Collins CO
Lateral Systems and Retrofits
Mar 11 Santa Rosa CA

SOUTHWEST:
All Audience-All Topic Workshop
Apr 29 San Diego CA
All Audience-All Topic Workshop
Apr 10 Tustin CA
Apr 25 San Luis Obispo CA
Anchor Systems Workshop for All Audiences
May 29 Chandler CA
Connector Workshop for Building Officials & Inspectors
Apr 3 Riverside CA
Connector Workshop for Building Officials & Inspectors
Apr 3 Riverside CA
Connector Workshop For Engineers, Architects
May 21 Waipahu HI
Connector Workshop for General Audiences
Mar 20 Chandler AZ
Connector Workshop for General Audiences
May 22 Waipahu HI
Deck Framing Connection Seminar
Apr 16 Riverside CA
Industrial, Commercial and Infrastructure (Anchoring and Concrete Repair)
Feb 20 Barrigada Guam
Industrial, Commercial and Infrastructure (Anchoring and Concrete Repair)
Mar 13 Riverside CA

NORTHEAST:
Continuous Load Path (Structural): Beyond the Basics of Wood Framing
Feb 26 Morton IL
Mar 5 East Windsor NJ
Mar 12 Bridgeport CT
Mar 18 Ocean City MD
Apr 9 Novi MI
Apr 16 Columbus OH
Apr 23 Monroeville PA
Deck and Porch Framing Connection Seminar
Mar 6 East Windsor NJ
Mar 13 Bridgeport CT
Apr 2 Pewaukee WI
May 22 Pittsford NY
Foundation Design and Connections for Coastal Areas
Mar 25 Manahawkin NJ
Mar 26 Manahawkin NJ

SOUTHEAST:
Commercial Construction (Software, Connections, Anchorage, & Specifications)
Apr 24
Concrete Anchoring, Repair, & Strengthening Workshop
Feb 27 Germantown TN
Mar 26 Kansas City MO
May 15 Orlando FL
May 20 Greenville SC
Design Criteria Related to Products for ICI
Mar 18 New Braunfels TX
Apr 9 Miami FL
Apr 17 Germantown TN
Apr 24 Charlotte NC
Apr 29 Destin FL
May 1 Atlanta GA
May 1 Arlington TX
May 14 Jacksonville FL
High Wind Design & Construction
Mar 20 McAllen TX
Apr 8 Miami FL
Apr 10 Tampa FL
Apr 30 Destin FL

Upcoming Shows and Events

2014 Southern California Wood Solutions Fair
Long Beach, CA
Feb 26, 2014

Corrosion Conference
San Antonio, TX, Booth 1546
Mar 9-14, 2014

JLC-Live Providence
Providence, RI, Booth 816
Mar 21-22, 2014

INTEX Expo
Las Vegas, NV, Booth 216
Apr 2-3, 2014

Structures Congress
Boston, MA, Booths 402 & 403
Apr 3-5, 2014

National Hurricane Conference
Orlando, FL, Booth 316
Apr 14-17, 2014

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. – 5956 W. Las Positas Boulevard, Pleasanton, CA 94588 – (800) 999-5099