The Steel Network (TSN) VertiClip® SLB-HD is a heavy duty cold form steel framing slab by-pass connector that connects exterior curtain wall studs, by passing the building structure, while allowing for vertical deflection of the structure up to 2” (1’ up and 1’ down). VertiClip®’s unique design provides both an anti-friction and anti-seizure connection between the clip and the stud web surface thereby preventing a transfer of vertical forces into curtain wall framing which is not engineered to support axial loads. And it eliminates flange-loaded, friction-fit clips, which do not address web crippling.
Allowable loads are based on three #12 screws for attachment to the stud (provided by TSN). The VertiClip® SLB-HD allows clip connection to the concrete deck of the primary structure using concrete anchors, either two ¼” concrete screw anchors, or one ½” expansion anchor for applications that do not allow PAF’s.
Value
- Positive, mechanical attachment.
- Only certified, 50 ksi steel is used.
- Step Bushings pre-installed for accurate placement.
- Rated screws provided.
- Load transferred from stud web.
- Elimination of friction-held assemblies.
- Meets all building code criteria.
- Eliminates shims and scabs.
- Aligns wall studs quickly and easily by accounting for construction tolerances.
- Eliminates bridging or strapping within 12” of connection.
- Attaches to primary structure slab with either ¼” concrete screws or ½” concrete anchor, for applications not allowing the use of PAF’s.
- For Seismic Design Categories D, E, & F.
- 50 Per Box.
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