Abstract: A connector and method of using the connector for making a structural connection between two structural members joined at an angle. The connector is bent in the field to allow the connector to be used in both left-hand and right-hand connections. The connector is preferably formed from metal with an integral gusset at the longitudinal line of juncture. The connector is preferably attached to the structural members by a plurality of fasteners. The gusset reinforces the connection against forces acting perpendicular to the longitudinal line of juncture and the plurality of fasteners reinforce the connection against angular displacement of the structural members perpendicular to the longitudinal line of juncture.

Abstract: A connection between a first structural member and a second structural member by a separate structural connector is provided where the second structural member has a first surface from which a fastener protrudes, and the fastener has a relatively narrow shank and a head that is wider than the shank attached to the shank, the head being held away from the first surface of the second structural member, the head also having a top surface and a bottom surface, and the connector is formed with at least one restraint opening therethrough, the restraint opening being formed to have a first ledge and a second ledge that are spaced apart and the head of the fastener is inserted between the first ledge and the second ledge.

Abstract: An adjustable connector is provided for connecting an elongate substantially vertical supporting structural member and an elongate generally horizontal supported structural member. The connector is provided with a side attachment member that attaches to an elongate substantially vertical supporting structural member and a cap that attaches to the elongate generally horizontal supported structural member, with a pin connection that enables rotation between the cap and the side attachment member. An unadjustable connector is also provided for connecting an elongate substantially vertical supporting structural member and an elongate generally horizontal supported structural member. The connector is provided with a side attachment member that can attach directly to an elongate substantially vertical supporting structural member and the elongate generally horizontal supported structural member.

Abstract: An adjustable connector with a rounded, concave seat and matching washer, a connection and a method of making a connection that ties a first building structural member to a second building structural member in conjunction with fastener means and an anchor member, especially a girder truss to the supporting wall in conjunction with screws and an anchor rod.

Abstract: A roof boundary connection uses a clip that eases installation of the clip to blocking members both in the field by a carpenter and at a factory by one such as a truss manufacturer. The clip is formed with two indexing tabs that are set against the blocking for correct spacing and alignment. In one form, the clip is attached to wood members with nails and to masonry with masonry screws. In one form, the clip employs nail prongs as integral connectors for attachment to blocking members, allowing truss manufacturers to install connectors on blocking members with the same hydraulic presses that are used to assemble trusses with nail prong plates.

Abstract: The present invention consists of a connection, having an anchored, elongated tension member, a fastening member attached to the elongated tension member, a resisting member that receives the elongated tension member and an expansion device that receives the elongated tension member there through. The expansion device is formed with a sleeve. First and second bearing members are received in the central aperture of the surrounding sleeve A torsion spring connects the first and second bearing members and is located within the surrounding sleeve. The torsion spring biases the first and second members in opposite rotational directions.

Abstract: A connection between a wall stud or post and an anchor bolt embedded in a concrete foundation, using a holdown connector that attaches to the anchor bolt and supports the wall stud or post above it. The holdown connector has a tapered bottom that allows it to rotate laterally, allowing the connection to act more purely in tension than is possible with a rigid connection.

Abstract: An improved connector and connection formed with a seat member that is stiffened by first and second reinforcing flanges and first, second and third back wall members. When used as a hanger, the connector includes a seat member, first, second and third backwall members which are connected to a supporting girder and first and second side members are connected to the seat member. First, second, third and fourth flange arms integrally connected to the third back wall member are connected to up to four supported wood trusses or supported wood framing members which rest on the seat member.

Abstract: A flat belt support system with a drive roller and paired pulleys, each pair carrying a continuous flat belt that can be moved laterally along the drive roller axis and angled away from the plane normal to the drive roller axis. Multiple belts, each carried by a pair of pulleys, can be driven by a single drive roller. An additional roller allows the drive roller to be positioned so that it contacts the flat belt cover, rather than the back of the flat belt, improving friction between the drive roller and the flat belt.

Abstract: A plant variety of the Helichrysum family resulting from a controlled crossing of the varieties of Helichrysum bracteatum bracteatum×splendidum ‘Harvest Plum’ the subject of U.S. Plant Pat. No. 10,742 and Helichrysum bracteatum×splendidum ‘Lemon’. The new variety named ‘Raspberry’ has blooms of R.H.S. 59 C (red-purple groups. The new variety has an erect but compact growth habit, and can be easily forced in pots.

Abstract: A plant variety of the Helichrysum family resulting from a controlled crossing of the patented variety Helihrysum bracteatum×splendidum ‘Harvest Sun II’ (the subject of U.S. Plant Pat. No. 11,800) and Helichrysum bracteatum ‘Harvest Plum’ (the subject of U.S. Plant Pat. No. 10,742). The new variety named ‘Lemon’ has blooms of R.H.S. 5 B (yellow group). The new variety has an erect but compact growth habit, and can be easily forced in pots.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) named ‘Glory’ originated as a controlled cross. The cultivar ‘Glory’ has non-pigmented sepalous florets and is desirable for its compact and sturdy growth habit. ‘Glory’ has large showy inflorescences, having both sepalous and non-sepalous florets, dominated non-sepalous florets.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Ornithogalum thyrsoides Jacq. named ‘Bethlehem’ originated as a controlled cross between the commercial cultivar Ornithogalum thyrsoides Jacq. ‘Chesapeake Snowflake’ and an unnamed Ornithogalum thyrsoides Jacq. cultivar. The cultivar ‘Bethlehem’ has R.H.S. 155 C (white group) tepals at maturity and is distinguished from other similar cultivars of which the inventor is aware by its tall racemes, wide leaves and suitability for growth in pots.