Metalwork
A range of metalwork products designed to assist in the fixing of timber joists, trusses, wall plates etc. when connecting timber floor and roof systems to the main masonry structure. Supplied from pre-galvanised material to either BS EN 10346 DX51D Z275 or BS EN 10346 DX51D+Z600 where a heavier coating is required and also available in Stainless Steel 304 Grade Austenitic.
V59 Herringbone Joist Struts
Lateral support between timber floor joists. Giving superior bracing over unreliable, slow and costly timber noggins.
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DSTC Double Sided Timber Connectors
For all applications to enhance bolt performance by reducing timber rotation and joint movement. Place between timbers on an M12 bolt prior to tightening.
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SPW Square Plate Washers
For use with Timber Connectors above to reinforce timber on either side when tightening with bolts.
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SFB Stainless Steel Fixing Band
Ideal for general bracing on site. Can be cut, bent and formed with ease for all types of light fixing applications.
GFB Galvanised Fixing Band
Ideal for general bracing on site. Can be cut, bent and formed with ease for all types of light fixing applications.
AP Angle Plates
A multi-purpose fixing angle plate for general site applications, ie for connecting timber joists to timber purlins.
SP Splice Plates
For butt jointing timbers of a similar cross section with no need to drill and screw which causes weak points. Fix one plate on each corner. Each set consists of 4 pieces and should only be used with a minimum 50mm timber thickness.
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SPA Sole Plate Angle
A positive fixing method for locating the timber sole plate to concrete floor slabs using masonry fixings, without penetrating the DPC. Shotfire into slab.
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HIP Hip Irons
Used with traditional hipped (georgian style) roofs on the corner of the hip. Screwed to rafter and embedded in mortar at base of hip to prevent ridge tiles from slipping off.