E5 Reinforced Angle Bracket is suitable for structural applications in framing and timber-frame houses for general connecting of timber at 90° angles. Typical applications include fixing trusses, studs, purlins, beams and posts.
The DTC Roof Truss Clip is an angle bracket to handle light-duty jobs or projects where a structural connection is needed.
Hurricane Ties provide a positive connection between the truss/rafter and the wall of the structure to resist wind and seismic forces. These ties connect both solid-sawn and engineered timber across a wide range of applications.
The HTC Heavy Truss Clip ensures alignment between a roof truss and non‑bearing wall when the truss or rafter is not in contact with the top plates of the wall. Designed for applications where high lateral capacity is needed.
The RR47 Ridge Rafter Connector provides a solid connection between rafter and ridge beam. The RR47 provides alignment control and correct nailing locations.
The TP Tie Plate joins and reinforces joints with a simple, versatile solution for a wide range of connections. The TP is a nail-on tie plate, which is designed to be used back-to-back on a piece of timber without fastener interference.
The VPA Variable Pitch Connector is a versatile, field‑adjustable solution for connecting rafters to the wall top plate.
The STC Roof Truss Clip is an angle bracket to handle light-duty jobs or projects where a structural connection is needed.
Designed to strengthen I-joists when holes are required to be cut in locations not normally permitted.
The variable-pitch girder tiedown, VGT, is a high-capacity tiedown for multi-ply girder trusses and is suitable for High Wind Zones. It attaches with self-drilling screws from the side of the truss.
Structural Connections
With nearly 60 years of field and R&D experience, Simpson Strong-Tie® timber connectors are manufactured to the industry's highest standards. From framing angles to straps to heavy-duty joist hangers, we offer the most diverse product line so that you have the right product for the job.
Simpson Strong-Tie® connectors offer unmatched quality with laboratory and field testing, and are backed by our uncompromising commitment to customer service. As the company that built the connector industry, you can count on Simpson Strong-Tie® to work closely with builders, engineers and building officials to deliver innovative, building code-compliant solutions to help build safer, stronger structures economically. Download the Structural Connectors Overview Flyer.
Timber Connectors
From testing to service to availability, everything we do is engineered to ensure your project's success. With every product, you know you are getting the quality, value, service and on-time delivery that we have built our reputation on for the past 60 years.
From straps and ties to joist hangers and much more, Simpson Strong-Tie® structural connectors increase the strength and safety of timber-frame structures. Each connector is unique to Simpson Strong-Tie and is designed for specific applications without the need to adapt metal plating to suit a connection. Download the Timber Construction Connectors Catalogue (2016-2018).