SIMPSON STRONG-TIE FREP JOIST HANGER
SIMPSON STRONG- FREP JOIST HANGER
FREP Joist Hangers (Fibre Reinforced Engineered Polymer) are corrosion-proof hangers which makes them an affordable alternative to stainless steel and is perfect for outdoor corrosive environments. FREP Joist Hangers can be face mounted to suit 45mm wide joists, 90-190mm deep.
Important Notes
- Two joist hanger sizes available FREPJH9045 and FREPJH14045 to suit 90-120mm and 140-190mm high joists respectively
- Not recommeneded for bush fire zones
- Use 38mm x 3.32mm nails or SD9 screws (Stainless Steel or Hot Dipped Galvanised - Depending on application)
- Use Multi-Blow Collated Connector Nail Gun such as CCN64 - Conventional nail guns may damage the joist hanger
Material
2mm FREP (Fibre Reinforced Engineered Polymer)
Features & Benefits
- Corrosion & UV resistant and a great alternative to stainless steel
- Strong and are engineered to last
- No sharp edges
- Easier to use than conventional joist hangers
- Reinforced holes
- Ventilation ridges for joist breathability
- Patented design
Installation
- Mark out positions of the FREP Joist Hangers on your bearer.
- Attach Connector Nails (top left and right nails first). Use either loose or CCN64 collated nailer. Alternatively, use SD9 Connector Screws.
- Insert Joists in FREP Joist Hangers and nail off.
Notes:
Load Bearing
- All load bearing tests have been done by an independent, accredited testing body to Australian Standards AS1649 and AS1720.
Joist Span Requirements
- Timber span tables should be read in conjunction with timber manufacturer/supplier span and joist tables to ensure the correct size and grade of joist you use is adequate for the proposed span.
Durability
- UV-A FREP material has undergone 2000hr laboratory UV exposure testing compliant with ASTM D790, which includes maintaining a temperature of 60°C and high humidity.
- FREP Product Installed in an outdoor structure - limited warranty 25 years.
Applications
- Outdoor decking structure
- Composite decking
- Alternative to stainless steel joist hangers
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