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Can MEGANT Connectors Be Tightened from Below?

Whether the secondary beam is installed with the c...

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Can KNAPP Beam Hangers Be Welded to Steel?

Knapp RICON S VS beam hangers with welded collar b...

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Do Group Effects Apply to Fasteners Loaded in Withdrawal?

NDS 2015 and CSA O86 do not include group action f...

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Is Pre-drilling Required for Inclined Screw Applications?

When fully threaded screws are inclined to the woo...

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How to Reduce Connection Geometry Requirements for ASSY® Self Tapping Screws?

Self-tapping screws require larger relative geomet...

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Cost Comparison – ASSY Screws Versus Lag Screws

Cost comparison between different fastening techno...

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Can ASSY® Screws Be Considered “Wood Screws” for the Purpose of Lateral Connection Design? (Canadian)

Evaluation report CCMC 13677-R for ASSY® screws s...

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Which Diameter Fastener Should I Use for My Lateral Connection Design?

Single shear connection design procedures in both ...

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Can Ricon Beam Hangers Be Used in Skewed Connections?

RICON beam hangers are usually used to connect joi...

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How Do ASSY Flat Washer Head Screws Compare to ASSY SK Screws?

Assy FWH screws combine the pulling power of a was...

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Why Is It Recommended to Install Assy Self-tapping Screws in One Continuous Run?

Challenges with site access or equipment limitatio...

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