Simpson Strong-Tie Offers New Bridging Connector For Cold-Formed Steel Construction

Pleasanton, CA - Simpson Strong-Tie, a supplier of engineered structural connectors and other building products, now offers a lower-cost option to its SUBH line of u-channel bridging connectors for cold-formed steel construction. The newly-released LSUBH 20-gauge bridging connector the benefits of the SUBH connector, and is suitable for many wind- and load-bearing situations with light to moderate load demand.

Key features of the LSUBH bridging connector include:

• Many applications require only a one-screw installation.

• Connectors accommodate industry standard 1.5" u-channel.

• Connectors accommodate 3 5/8", 6" and 8" studs in thicknesses of 33 mil (20 ga.) through 54 mil (16 ga.).

• The LSUBH is tested to include stud-web strength and stiffness in the tabulated design values.

For more information about the LSUBH and the entire product line for cold-formed steel construction, visit www.strongtie.com/cfs.

About Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.

Simpson Strong-Tie supplies structural connectors and related products for construction. For more information, visit www.strongtie.com.