Simpson Strong-Tie News: December 2014
PCZ and EPCZ Post Caps

PCZ and EPCZ Post Caps

The next generation of Simpson Strong-Tie® PCZ and EPCZ post caps are designed to make product selection and installation easier when connecting a post to a beam or a post to the end of a beam. The post caps feature an in-line post and header flange design, allowing one model of the PCZ or EPCZ to accommodate several 4x or 6x post sizes. They are ideal for a variety of light-duty applications, including patio covers, trellises and interior framing applications.

The 16-gauge post caps can now be fastened with easier-to-install 10d common or #10x2 1/2" nails, or with the popular Simpson Strong-Tie® SD Connector screws. The PCZ and EPCZ have a ZMAX® coating for corrosion protection and their compact, optimized design can be easily hidden with finish materials. For more information, click here.

RPBZ

New RPBZ Makes Post-Base Connections Easy

To reinforce new or existing post-base connections for applications such as braced carports, patio covers and trellises, Simpson Strong-Tie introduces the new RPBZ retrofit post base. Structurally designed for the professional and easy to install for the do-it-yourselfer, the RPBZ will fit any size post that is a double 2x4 or larger.

The RPBZ is specifically designed for installation onto concrete or wood. A single RPBZ can be installed on a post flush to a corner or two RPBZs can be installed away from edge conditions in order to strengthen the post-base connection. The RPBZ has a ZMAX coating for corrosion resistance, and has several anchoring and fastening choices. Learn more now.

Simpson Strong-Tie Reaches $2 Million Mark for Habitat for Humanity

For more than 20 years, Simpson Strong-Tie has contributed to Habitat for Humanity with financial and product donations and volunteers. Recently, Simpson Strong-Tie reached $2 million in donations in its partnership with Habitat. The company began its official national partnership with Habitat for Humanity International in 2007, annually providing $250,000 or more in cash and product donations.

"We are delighted that Simpson Strong-Tie has reached such a milestone in their support of Habitat for Humanity and families in need of adequate housing around the world," said Jonathan Reckford, CEO of Habitat for Humanity International. "Only because of the support of faithful partners are we able to serve more families and benefit more communities worldwide. We are grateful that Simpson Strong-Tie shares our vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live."

For more information about Habitat, visit www.habitat.org.

Simpson Strong-Tie contributes to Habitat for Humanity

Resources

Workshops

BROCHURE:
DIY Done Right - Facilitamos los proyectos para su casa
S-HOMPRJCTS14SP

FLIERS:
Strengthen, Reinforce...Retrofit! New RPBZ Makes Post-Base Connections Easy
F-C-RPBZ14
Sistema de conectores para plataformas / Sistema para terrazas
DIY-DECKPAT14SP

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-Condensed
Apr 9 Stockton CA
General Construction Review with Lateral Systems and Anchors
Mar 19 San Francisco CA
General Construction Review with Lateral Systems and CFS
Feb 5 Kent WA
Apr 7 Sacramento CA
IDABO General Construction Review with Lateral Systems and Anchors (IDABO)
Jan 26 Coeur d'Alene ID
Industrial, Commercial and Infrastructure (Anchoring and Concret)
Apr 16 Denver CO
May 12 Reno NV
Industrial, Commercial and Infrastructure (Anchoring and Lateral Systems)
Feb 11 Pleasanton CA
Mar 17 Stockton CA
Introduction to RPS (Repair, Protect & Strengthen)
Mar 19 San Francisco CA
Overview of Connectors, Lateral Systems & Fasteners
Apr 2 Sequim WA
May 12 Reno NV
Residential Construction with Deck, Fasteners for Contractors & Dealers
Feb 26 Kent WA
Solutions for Light Framed Retrofit
Jan 22 Santa Rosa CA
Weak Story Tool Software Workshop
Feb 10 Sacramento CA

SOUTHWEST:
Check our website for the latest Southwest region workshops.

NORTHEAST:
Simpson Strong-Tie/Bosch Alliance Distributor Training
Feb 24 Columbus OH
Mar 25 Eagan MN
May 13 Enfield CT

SOUTHEAST:
Check our website for the latest Southeast region workshops.

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