Patents Assigned to Simpson Strong-Tie Co., I{umlaut over (n)}c.
  • Patent number: 7788873
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2010
    Assignee: Simpson Strong-Tie Co., I{umlaut over (n)}c.
    Inventor: William F. Leek