Jin Xiu Lin

US Patent:

7958690, Jun 14, 2011

Filed:

Aug 2, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/909862

Inventors:

William F. Leek - Carmel CA, US
Aram Khachadourian - Modesto CA, US
Jin Jie Lin - Livermore CA, US

Assignee:

Simpson Strong-Tie Co., Inc. - Pleasanton CA

International Classification:

E04C 5/12

US Classification:

52702, 52698, 52295, 52166, 52712, 403198

Abstract:

A coupling system for securing an elongated wood member having a surface to a second body comprises a stitching body having a first end and a second end defining a length, and a first side and a second side. A first plurality of angled fastener bores is positioned generally on the first side of the stitching body, each configured to position a first side fastener element resting therein at least a first angle with respect to the surface of the elongated wood member. A second plurality of angled fastener bores positioned generally on the second side of the stitching body, each configured to position a second side fastener element resting therein at least a second angle with respect to the surface of the elongated wood member, such that ones of said second side fasteners and said first side fasteners form an intersection when viewed along the length of the stitching body. In one aspect, the coupling system is a hold-down securing a column having a surface to a foundation. The hold-down includes an anchor securing section securing an anchor bolt having a first end positioned in a foundation, the securing section having a first side and a second side defining a width, and a first end and a second end defining a length.