СПОСОБ СТРОИТЕЛЬСТВА ЗДАНИЯ С УЛУЧШЕННОЙ ТЕПЛОИЗОЛЯЦИЕЙ И ЗДАНИЕ, ПОСТРОЕННОЕ ПРИ ПОМОЩИ ЭТОГО СПОСОБА

Изобретение относится к способу строительства здания с улучшенной теплоизоляцией и зданию, построенному при помощи этого способа. Здание с улучшенной теплоизоляцией, в котором по меньшей мере некоторые из стен (1a, 1b, 2, 3) в основном образованы плитами из теплоизоляционного материала низкой плотности. Плиты (10) имеют ребра, являющиеся равномерно плоскими по всей их толщине, и соединены между собой путем установки досок (20) на уровне зон соединения между двумя смежными плитами, при этом доски (20) входят в контакт с плитами (10) по всей длине и ширине ребер на уровне указанных зон соединения. Плиты (10) соединяют с досками (20) при помощи клея и/или посредством заделки или зажимают их между досками (20), установленными на противоположных ребрах плиты, посредством завинчивания одной доски на другой через ширину плиты (10), вставленной между указанными досками, при помощи длинных винтов для дерева, или при помощи бандажных стяжек. 2 н. и 7 з.п. ф-лы, 6 ил.

СПОСОБ, СТРОИТЕЛЬНЫЙ ЭЛЕМЕНТ И НАБОР ДЛЯ СТРОИТЕЛЬСТВА ДЕРЕВЯННОГО КАРКАСА ЗДАНИЯ

Группа изобретений относится к способам строительства деревянного каркаса здания. Технический результат – снижение трудозатрат при строительстве каркаса. Каркас здания состоит из рам, включающих две стойки, соединенные торцевыми, промежуточными и диагональными ламелями. Стойки имеют внутренние пазы на своих внутренних гранях для соединения с ламелями, а ламели имеют соответствующий внутренним пазам выступ. Внутренние пазы включают в себя торцевые пазы типа «ласточкин хвост» с возможностью вставки торцевой ламели со стороны торца и промежуточные пазы типа «ласточкин хвост» с возможностью вставки промежуточных ламелей. Используют два типа рам, часть из которых имеет пазы на внешних поверхностях стоек, формируя продольные рамы, а другая часть имеет шипы на внешних поверхностях стоек, формируя поперечные рамы. 3 н. и 5 з.п. ф-лы, 12 ил.

УНИКАЛЬНАЯ КОНСТРУКЦИЯ УГЛА КАРКАСНОГО ДОМА С ДВОЙНОЙ ТЕПЛОЗАЩИТОЙ

Заявляемое техническое решение предназначено для использования в строительстве при возведении сборных зданий из деревянных конструктивных элементов. Технический результат, который может быть получен при использовании предлагаемой полезной модели, - улучшение теплоизоляции. Уникальная конструкция угла каркасного дома с двойной теплозащитой состоит из сборных элементов 1 и 2, при этом сборка углов осуществляется установкой элемента 1 и элемента 2, соединенных между собой таким образом, что к каждой доске элемента 2 присоединяется элемент 1, образуя фигуру, напоминающую зигзаг, затем устанавливается брус размером 50×70 мм, а к основаниям элемента 1 крепится обшивка, и между слоями обшивки и элементами 1 и 2 укладывается утеплитель. 2 з.п. ф-лы, 3 ил.

РАМА ДЛЯ ЗДАНИЯ В ФОРМЕ ПАВИЛЬОНА

... 1. Рама для здания, в частности, павильона, из нескольких рамочных частей, причем каждая рамочная часть состоит из двух закрепленных в фундаменте (11) или соответственно на нем, по существу вертикально ориентированных стоек (1) и двух ригелей (2), которые соединены с верхними концами стоек (1) и друг с другом и несут кровлю (3), причем у внутренней стороны образованного стойками (1) и ригелями (2) рамочного элемента павильонной конструкции предусмотрена образованная из раскосов (71-76) сводчатая рама (100),отличающаяся тем, что каждый ригель (2) состоит, по меньшей мере, из двух отдельных частей (2'). 2. Рама по п. 1, отличающаяся тем, что места стыка расположены между частями (2') ригелей (2) в области прилегающих по всей поверхности к ригелям (2) снизу раскосов (73) сводчатой рамы (100). 3. Рама по п. 1 или 2, отличающаяся тем, что раскосы (71-76) сводчатой рамы (100) на отдельных участках прилегают к стойкам (1) и соответственно ригелям (2) по всей поверхности, а на отдельных участках ...

Каркасное строение

Изобретение относится к строительству, а именно к конструкциям строений малой этажности (до пяти этажей включительно), которые используются как жилые дома или как игровые и обучающие строения для подрастающего поколения, предназначенным для развития у детей и юношей творческих навыков, образного мышления и формирования политехнических понятий. Каркасное строение, согласно техническому решению, выполнено в виде единого каркасного строения, несущие элементы которого - нижняя обвязка, лаги, стойки, балки, стропила выполнены в виде двутавров из листовых деталей с использованием неметаллических плоскостных соединительных элементов, причем и листовые детали, и неметаллические плоскостные соединительные элементы имеют разную геометрическую форму и размеры, листовые детали выполнены из фанеры с выступами и пазами в виде перфорированных и неперфорированных панелей, а количество перфорированных панелей не менее чем в два раза превышает количество неперфорированных панелей. Задачей, на решение которой ...

СБОРНО-РАЗБОРНАЯ КОНСТРУКЦИЯ СООРУЖЕНИЯ

Изобретение относится к области строительства, а именно к быстровозводимым сборно-разборным панельным строительным конструкциям, и может быть использовано в малоэтажном домостроении для возведения жилых домов, хозяйственных, общественных и коммерческих сооружений. Технический результат заключается в повышении надежности теплого контура и улучшении его устойчивости с исключением тепловых потерь через соединения элементов конструкции; в увеличении несущих характеристик конструкции; упрощении монтажа/демонтажа, а также сокращении сроков монтажа/демонтажа без нарушения целостности отделки и без привлечения квалифицированных работников; повышении мобильности; обеспечении возможности создания различных архитектурных форм и расширения площади на базе имеющейся конструкции без нарушения целостности имеющейся конструкции; повышении ремонтопригодности конструкции. Сборно-разборная конструкция строения, содержащего горизонтально расположенные панели перекрытия пола и кровли, стеновые панели, в котором ...

СПОСОБ СТРОИТЕЛЬСТВА ЗДАНИЯ С УЛУЧШЕННОЙ ТЕПЛОИЗОЛЯЦИЕЙ И ЗДАНИЕ, ПОСТРОЕННОЕ ПРИ ПОМОЩИ ЭТОГО СПОСОБА

МОНТАЖНАЯ КОНСТРУКЦИЯ ОСНОВАНИЯ НАРУЖНОЙ СТЕНЫ

... 1. Монтажная конструкция основания наружной стены, выполненная с возможностью использования при наружной реконструкции здания с деревянным каркасом, в которой в качестве элемента основания наружной стены используется несущий облицовочный материал и в котороймежду несущим облицовочным материалом стены, которую необходимо выполнить с высоким коэффициентом прочности согласно сейсмостойкому исполнению, и шляпкой гвоздя, прикрепляющего этот несущий облицовочный материал к конструктивному элементу, расположен упрочняющий элемент для предотвращения продавливания.2. Монтажная конструкция по п.1, в которой упрочняющий элемент временно прикреплен к несущему облицовочному материалу заранее.3. Монтажная конструкция по п.1, в которой по меньшей мере два гвоздя вбиты в один сплошной кусок упрочняющего элемента.4. Монтажная конструкция по п.1, в которой вид и толщина несущего облицовочного материала стены, которую необходимо выполнить с высоким коэффициентом прочности согласно сейсмостойкому исполнению ...

Строительное сооружение

Изобретение относится к области строительства, а именно к строительному сооружению. Технический результат изобретения - повышение надежности. Строительное сооружение содержит деревянный каркас, выполненный из балок, соединенных «шип-паз» в фигуру в виде треугольной призмы. Каркас содержит крайние горизонтальные продольные балки (1, 2) и установленные на них крайние поперечные балки (3, 4), образующие пол строительного сооружения, соответствующий первой грани призмы, крайние наклонные балки (5, 6, 7, 8), одним концом установленные на крайние горизонтальные поперечные балки (3, 4), образующие вторую и третью грани призмы, сопряженные одной стороной с первой гранью, противоположной стороной друг с другом, горизонтальную продольную балку (9), образующую верхнее ребро призмы, установленную по линии сопряжения второй и третьей грани, по меньшей мере два вертикальных столба (10, 11), перпендикулярно установленных одним концом на крайнюю горизонтальную поперечную балку (3), на противоположных концах ...

Gefacheelement

Holzhaus und Montageverfahren

Log-hut house wall corner - with one wall's integrated connecting-piece engaging groove on other wall

The wooden walls, here constructed as prefabricated components, consist of tongued and grooved horizontal boards one above another, interlocking for corner connection. These components are formed in one piece with one of the walls, the second wall being formed separately from them, with grooved horizontal recesses for engagement by the first wall and its exterior component, and sealing material is interposed where the units are screwed together. Wall boards and separated exterior wall components may be held by tension anchors, extended upwards and downwards for fixture of rafter beam and joist frame. Subsequent alterations and extensions are simplified.

Insulating partition between overlying rooms

A sound and heat insulating partition for overlying rooms consists of the inner layer of the external wall (1), the floor layer (2) and supporting wall casings (3), the inner layer of the exterior wall (1) being fixed, without contacting other components such as the floor (2) and beams (5), to spaced-apart trusses (4) which are fixed only at points on the outer longitudinal beams (6, 7). Preferably, the floor (2) comprises a footstep insulating material (9) consisting of a uniform mixture of 5-20 mm diameter stones and sawdust impregnated with boron salt, soda, lime and ammonium sulphate solution, laid on the underlying floor base without contacting other components.

Wooden beams for heavy lattice structures - have screws meeting solid wood after piercing predrilled holes in offset rows

The timber for construction of lattice structures has four bars parallel to each other and interconnected by intermediate pieces. The structure can be used in formwork or frames where the timbers must be of wide cross-section and heavy to handle. The bars (1-4) have rows of holes (9-11), mutually connected by the intermediate pieces (5) in an offset pattern so that a screw passing through a hole in one bar encounters solid wood in the opposite bar. The bars can be rectangular in cross-section, with two mutually offset rows of holes on the wider side face.

Baukonstruktion

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Baukonstruktion (1) mit mindestens zwei vertikal orientierten Stützen (3), welche jeweils durch mindestens zwei Pfeiler (5) gebildet sind, wobei die Pfeiler (5) jeder Stütze (3) jeweils derart parallel zueinander beabstandet angeordnet sind, dass zwischen ihnen ein Spalt (11) verläuft. Derartige Baukonstruktionen sind im Stand der Technik z.B. als Laube oder Pergola bekannt. Diese haben jedoch den Nachteil, dass sie an allen Seiten offen sind und somit keinen Schutz gegen Sicht, Regen oder Sonne bieten. Es ist daher die Aufgabe der Erfindung die bekannten Baukonstruktionen zu verbessern und eine individuell anpassbare, mobile und leicht aufzubauende Baukonstruktion bereitzustellen, die Schutz gegen Sicht, Regen, Sonne und/oder Wind bietet. Die Aufgabe wird erfindungsgemäß gelöst durch eine Baukonstruktion (1), bei der ein oder mehrere Schutzvorrichtungen (21) sich zwischen mindestens zwei Stützen (3) erstrecken oder zwischen diesen Stützen (3) erstreckbar sind ...

Wooden building of two or more storeys

The wooden building incorporates a number of elastic supports (5). These are provided in the connection zone between the storeys (2,3,4) to support the appropriate upper storey and additionally to act as vibration damping elements. The elastic supports are inserted between the aligned supporting walls (8) of the storey immediately above. The ceiling (7) and the floor (6) of one room or storey are joined to the appropriate side walls. A strong, lightweight structure is formed.

Method for sub natural fitment of round wood and semi wood, involves effective help to forestry and national economy concerning economy and environment protection and cheap manufacturing with improved heat insulation are developed

The method involves an effective help to the forestry and national economy concerning economy and environment protection. The cheap manufacturing possibilities with improved heat insulation are developed for the timber frame construction. The round wood and semi wood is better than the square wood. The back staff also used as professional by new working technology. It does not require high labor work for the manufacturing as in case of square timber manufacturing. The temporary building is simply and cost effectively built during emergency. An independent claim is included for the device for sub natural fitment of round wood and semi wood.

Apparatus and method for hte construction of a portal frame

Conservatory

Temporary structure

A temporary dwelling or storage structure formed from sheet plywood and battens and designed to be transported in a flat condition for rapid erection by unskilled labour. The structure comprising identical segments 10, 11, 12 each comprising three identical panel assemblies 13, 14 and 15, the battens being nailed or bolted overlapping to form joints between adjacent panel assemblies. Partitions and end closures of identical construction may be provided. ...

Structural geometric framework

A structural support system comprising a series of tetrahedral joints connecting straight beams of the same length, and a hexagonal or orthogonal grid of edge beams that provide a flat face at the perimeters of the structure. The joints between the straight frame members may be formed by lap joints or mortice and tenon joints of the frame members.

Roofing system

A multi-storey apartment building and method of constructing a building

Building and method of constructing a building

Improvements in or relating to the construction of portable buildings

... 535,101. Portable buildings. JANES, H. C. Oct. 20, 1939, No. 28347. [Class 20 (i)] , A portable building comprises pentagonal open frameworks spaced apart by upper and lower longitudinal members attached to the upright members of the frames, the members of the frames being slotted at each end to receive interconnecting gusset members, and removable panels secured to the frameworks. Each pentagonal framework comprises a base member 1, uprights 2, and inclined roof-members 3, meeting at a ridge, the members each having slotted ends to receive gusset plates such as 5 connected by bolts to the members and provided with curved projecting edges. The frameworks are erected at spaced positions and connected together by longitudinals 10 at the floor level on each side and by a ridge member 12. The spaces between the frames are filled in by framed members each formed of a surrounding frame 18 with sunken panels 19, 20 on each side, the panels being arranged so that their grains are disposed at right ...

Improvements in or relating to wooden framed buildings and other structures

... 588,815. Gate and hurdle joints. OPPERMAN, S. E., and GANWICK ESTATES, Ltd. Sept. 24, 1943, Nos. 15730 and 19321. [Class 45] [Also in Groups X, XXII and XXVIII] Hurdles or gates are constructed of poles which are connected by passing straight rods through holes in the poles and bending the rods in situ to form clips whose free ends are secured in order to couple the poles. The meeting surfaces of the poles a, Fig. 1, are shaped to fit together and holes are formed in the poles through which rods b are passed and then bent to abut against adjacent poles, the free ends of the rods being screw-threaded and connected by clamping-plates d which are secured by nuts on the rods. The poles may be coupled as in Fig. 5 in which both free ends of a bent rod pass through one of the poles and carry a clamping-plate f. Poles may be coupled end to end by passing eyed rods through holes therein, bending the rods to form shanks i, Fig. 6, and then passing each shank through the adjacent eye and tensioning ...

A unit for defining a recess for a joint

A unit for defining a recess for a joint

CLT structure

Gussetted joint for portal frame

A gussetted joint between a pair of structural members 2a of a portico or arch comprises a primary strut 6 between those members and beam elements 2b between the structural members 2a and the primary strut 6. The beam elements 2b and a buttress portion 8 of the strut 6 form a running arch which may be faced with an intrados 4. Secondary struts 10 are aligned with the respective junctions 16 of the beam elements 2b and primary strut 6, to transmit a component of stress from the beam elements 2b directly to the angle 3 between the structural members 2a, thereby minimizing bending stress in the primary strut 6. ...

Process for the realization of a prefabricated house and house obtained by the implementation of the process.

Framework out of spreadable wooden.

New structure of composite wall, proceeded for its implementation in the field of the building and structural components thus obtained.

Process of construction of prefabricated houses with framework out of wooden.

New house.

ROTARY METHOD FOR WELDING CARRIER STORAGE STRUCTURE TO the SIDE (N) of a COLUMN

WÄRMEISOLIERTES GEBÄUDE

BAUWERK MIT AUF STEHERN BEFESTIGTEN PLATTEN

WAND, DIE AUS VORGEFERTIGTEN WANDELEMENTEN ZUSAMMENGESETZT IST

Verfahren zur Kennzeichnung von Holzbauelementen

Es wird ein Verfahren zur Kennzeichnung von Holzbauelementen (1) mit Herstellungs- und Produktinformationen (10), die mittels Etiketten (100) an den Holzbauelementen (1) anbringbar sind, derart verbessert, dass eine aufbauende Person die Holzbauelemente (1) einfacher sortieren kann. Dies wird durch: Erfassen der Herstellungs- und Produktinformationen (10) eines Holzbauelementes (1), Abgleich der erfassten Herstellungs- und Produktinformationen (10) des Etiketts (100) bzw. des Holzbauelementes (1) mit einer Datenbank auf einem Rechner, in welcher den Herstellungs- und Produktinformationen (10) zugeordnete Baugruppenzugehörigkeitsdaten (11) zugeordnet sind und anschließende Bestimmung der zu den erfassten Herstellungs- und Produktinformationen (10) zugehörigen Baugruppenzugehörigkeitsdaten (11) für das Holzbauelement (1), Versand der Herstellungs- und Produktinformationen (10) und zugehörigen Baugruppenzugehörigkeitsdaten (11) des Holzbauelementes (1) an einen Drucker und anschließenden Ausdruck ...

TWEEN DECK SUPPORT FOR FINISHED UNIT HOUSES

WALL, WHICH IS COMPOUND FOR FROM PREFABRICATED WALL ELEMENTS

CONNECTION

PLATES FASTENED BUILDING ALSO ON STEHERN

Modulare Wandkonstruktion, Decken- oder Dachkonstruktion einschließlich des Verfahrens zur Errichtung von entsprechenden Bauwerken

Die Erfindung hat die Aufgabe, eine Konstruktion zur Herstellung von Wand-, Decken- und Dachbauteilen und danach errichtete Bauwerken zu schaffen, beider nach einem vorgegebenen und variablen Raster statisch bestimmte, wärmebrückenfreie, gas-, Iuft-, wind-, schalldichte und weitgehend flammenhemmende Bauwerke leicht und einfach errichtet werden können. Es soll zudem eine weitestgehend erdbeben- und lawinensichere Bauweise etabliert werden, die auch bei komplizierter Topografie und kritischem Baugrund eingesetzt werden kann. Es ist ferner Aufgabe der Erfindung, Bauelemente zu schaffen, die aus üblichen Baustoffen und Halbzeugen vor Ort oder werkseitig durch Baufirmen kostengünstig vorgefertigt und ohne jahreszeitliche Einschränkungen errichtet und überwiegend aus nachwachsenden Rohstoffen ausgeführt werden können und zudem keine hohen Anforderungen an die Qualifikation des ausführenden Personals stellen. Das Grundmodul (5), das hierbei Verwendung findet, besteht aus vier windmühlenartig ...

BUILDING

KIT FOR THE PRODUCTION OF BUILDINGS

WANDAUSBILDUNG IN BAUWERKEN

The wall (1) has on the side facing the inside of the room a further wall consisting of building blocks (15) such as fired clay tiles. - The blocks can be dry-laid or can have a layer of mortar or adhesive between adjoining rows.

STRUCTURAL SYSTEM WITH WIND-REINFORCED STRUCTURE AND/OR FRAMEWORK.

Structural element for a building structure and producible therefrom, in particular prefabricated house

Ein Konstruktionselement (1) für ein Bauwerk umfasst eine den Außenumfang des Konstruktionselements (1) bildende, aus mehreren Elementen (3, 4, 5) bestehende Rahmenkonstruktion (2) , an welcher plattenförmige Wandelemente, Tür- oder Fensterelemente oder dgl. festlegbar bzw. mit dieser verbindbar sind. Ein Bauwerk, insbesondere Fertigteilhaus, besteht aus einer Mehrzahl von derartigen Konstruktionselementen (1), welche insbesondere über als vertikale Steher ausgebildete Rahmenelemente (5) der Rahmenkonstruktionen (2) miteinander verbindbar sind.

WANDAUSBILDUNG IN BAUWERKEN

MODULAR HÄUSEN

STAND FOR WOOD BUILDINGS

BUILDING

Log house and building log

House composed of fabricated elements

STIRRUP CONNECTOR

VENTED FURRING STRIP

Apparatus and Method for Mounting Building Panels to the Framework Assembly of a Wall Structure

Modular structural panels for constructing, altering and arranging any type of building and a specific anchoring system that can be used for any type of construction

Building structure with set primary and variable secondary structures

BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS

SHEAR WALL PANEL

A shear wall panel is utilized in building walls to reduce the tendency of the wall from moving relative to a foundation during periods of external forces (e. g. earthquakes, tornados, or hurricanes). The shear wall panel includes a top and a bottom horizontal support, a first and at least a second parallel and vertical support, and a third vertical support parallel to the first and second vertical supports. The top and bottom horizontal supports are parallel to one another and are located proximate the top and bottom of the wall respectively. The first and second vertical supports each have a first and a second end secured to the top and bottom horizontal supports respectively, and are perpendicular to the top and bottom horizontal supports. The third vertical support includes a first end portion, a second end portion, and a connector. The first end portion passes through the bottom horizontal support and is secured to the foundation. The second end portion passes through the top horizontal ...

UNKNOWN

This is an abstract of the Trinity Post and Panel Inc. ("Trinity") design for an integrated log post & beam with insulated polyurethane panel construction system for shells of residential homes and buildings. While some manufacturers utilize insulated panels for construction purposes, most use Expanded Polystyrene foam with either conventional 2 x 6 construction or lumber post and beam construction neither of which compare to the Trinity system of integrating logs with polyurethane panels. An industry leading 3D design software is used to design each home. Each house is converted into appropriate log and panel components, which are individually drawn and sent to the manufacturing facility. Here the Trinity home utilizes polyurethane spray foam pressed between 2 pieces of 8' x 24' Oriented Strand Board to form wall panels 4'/2" thick or roof panels 6%" thick. These panels along with windows, doors and other openings are cut to size on a computer controlled CNC machine.

CONSTRUCTION KIT FOR THE ERECTION OF BUILDINGS

Construction kit for the erection of buildings, comprising at least two lightweight units and at least one connecting unit; the lightweight unit being made of a rectangular oneleaf board which has a lateral rabbet all way round to enable the connection of two lightweight units by means of a connecting unit, which by preference is made of wood.

LOG BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

A BUILDING FRAME BRACING PANEL AND METHOD

A corner of a timber building frame (10) having spaced studs (11), top plates (12) and bottom plates (13). Bottom plates (13) are located in this case on an on-ground slab (14), noggings (15) retain the studs (11) in their proper spaced relation. To prevent the frames from moving in response to wind while the frame is under construction and also afterwards to resist movement in the event of earthquakes or high winds, bracing panels (16) comprise an elongated panel dimensioned for location between adjacent vertical studs (11) and between the top and bottom plates (12) and (13), each panel has opposed ends (17 and 18) and opposed sides (19 and 20) and an intermediate portion between the sides shown generally at (21), the intermediate portion includes diamond shaped strengthening sections (22) displaced laterally out of the plane of the panel.

BUILDING FRAMEWORK AND METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTING SAME

A construction is provided having generalized and alternative joints, capable of making pillar materials self-stood in a horizontal direction of lower frame materials. Upper and lower frame materials are formed by laminating three sawn plates with two or more different plate widths in plate thickness direction, and a recessed groove or a protruding stripe of the alternative joints is formed between outer layer plate width of outer layer sawn plates interposing an intermediate layer of laminated layers and an intermediate plate width of intermediate sawn plate interposed as the intermediate layer. The pillar materials are formed by laminating three sawn plates with same length in plate thickness direction, and a protrusion or a recess, which can be fitted closely to the recessed groove or the protruding stripe, are formed at both ends by deviating an intermediate sawn plate in a longitudinal direction for a distance of the difference to outer layer sawn plates.

PREFABRICATED MODULE FOR A PITCHED ROOF ELEMENT AND PITCHED ROOF ELEMENT FOR A BUILDING ROOF

The present invention relates to a prefabricated module for a pitched roof element comprising a frame made of at least two first beams being arranged in a distance and running parallel to each other and two second beams running rectangular to the first beams and being connected to the ends of the first beams forming a compartment into which a first layer of an insulation is inserted and a pitched roof element for a building roof made of at least two modules, each comprising a frame made of at least first beams being arranged in a distance and running parallel to each other and two second beams running rectangular to the first beams and being connected to the ends of the first beams forming a compartment into which a first layer of an insulation is inserted.

METHOD AND KIT FOR ASSEMBLY OF FRAMED STRUCTURES

A method for framing a structure using pre-dimensioned components comprising lower support components, framing components for assembling a series of frames, sheathing, and a template for guiding the assembly of the series of frames. The method comprises the steps of: fastening the lower support components together to produce a lower support rim; assembling the series of frames using markings on the template to guide placement of framing components; and fastening the series of frames to the lower support rim.

MODULAR-SKELETON TYPE BUILDING

BUILDING AND METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTING SUCH A BUILDING

The invention relates to a building for placing on a surface, for instance a house or office, the building comprising: - a support construction; - an exterior covering mounted against the outer side of the support construction; - an interior covering mounted against the inner side of the support construction, - insulation arranged between the exterior covering, interior covering and support construction; wherein the support construction comprises a number of successively placed annular support elements, wherein the support elements extend substantially parallel and at a determined mutual spacing for the purpose of forming an interior space enclosed by the support elements. The invention also relates to a method for constructing such a building.

METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTING A BUILDING HAVING STRONG THERMAL INSULATION AND BUILDING CONSTRUCTED BY MEANS OF SAID METHOD

Procédé de construction d'un bâtiment à haute isolation thermique et bâtiment construit par ce procédé. Bâtiment à haute isolation thermique dont certaines au moins des parois sont essentiellement constituées de panneaux en matériau thermiquement isolant de faible densité. Les panneaux (10) ont des chants uniformément plans sur toute leur épaisseur et sont assemblés entre eux avec interposition de planches (20) au niveau des zones de jonctions entre deux panneaux adjacents, les planches (20) étant liées en contact avec les panneaux (10) sur toute la longueur et la largeur des chants au niveau des dites zones de jonction. Les panneaux (10) sont assemblés avec les planches (20) par collage et/ou encastrement, ou en étant serrés entre les planches (20) situées sur des chants opposés d'un panneau, par vissage d'une planche (20a) sur l'autre (20b) à travers la largeur du panneau (10) au moyen de vis à bois longues (50), ou par cerclage.

REINFORCED BUILDING WALL

A reinforced building wall comprises a foundation; an anchor rod extending from the foundation; a first stud wall disposed above the foundation, the first stud wall including a first bottom plate and a first top place; a second stud wall disposed above the first stud wall, the second stud wall including a second bottom plate and a second top plate; the first tie rod including first and second threaded end portions, the first end portion is operably connected to the anchor rod; a second tie rod including third and fourth threaded end portions, the third end portion is operably connected to the second end portion of the first tie rod.

ANTI-TORSION CONSTRUCTION SYSTEM PROVIDING STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY AND SEISMIC RESISTANCE

A system for constructing a residential or commercial structure and/or retrofitting an existing structure provides a series of construction components employed that cooperate with standard construction materials to enhance the building structural integrity when subjected to destructive wind forces, torsion forces, and seismic forces, such as those commonly associated with hurricanes and tornados. The resultant strength of the structure is increased beyond what the standard construction materials were capable of on their own. The components further cooperate with standard construction materials to provide a unitized system of structural integrity. The components further cooperate with a secondary water sealing ability to minimize and/or prevent influent water damage to the structure in the event that the primary sealing system is compromised.

POST AND PANEL CONSTRUCTION

An assembly for integrating an elongate structural member such as a post or a beam, and one or more panels is provided. The elongate structural member includes a notch defined within the elongate structural member. The notch includes a base surface and two side surfaces at opposite ends of the base surface. At least one of the side surfaces is tiered, with the tiered side surface including an inner portion and an outer portion that are substantially parallel to each other. The inner portion is substantially perpendicular and is adjacent to the base surface. The outer portion is offset from the inner portion and is positioned further away from the other side surface compared to the inner portion. A first panel is positioned within the notch and in contact with at least the base surface and the inner portion of the tiered surface. A second panel may also be positioned within the notch.

A BUILDING SYSTEM

A building which has as a wall of its envelope, a wall of a size of at least 2.4m high, and at least 4m wide; wherein the wall has a frame or a substructure having studs at least some of which are spaced by a modular distance, battens supported from and fixed to said frame or substructure, such battens fixed both on and between studs, a first mesh ("inner mesh") attached to such battens, a second ("outer") mesh supported at least in part by a plaster matrix, and the plaster matrix applied as more than one layer, the plaster matrix penetrating the first mesh, interposing both meshes, attaching to the second mesh and covering the second mesh; wherein the wall has at least one opening selected from a group consisting of door and window openings; and wherein at least part of the periphery of each opening, within the matrix, has been further reinforced by one or more of (a) one or more of at least one mesh and/or lattice-work at each corner, (b) one or more of at least one mesh and/or lattice-work ...

PREFABRICATED UNIT BUILDING WALL

PREFABRICATED UNIT BUILDING WALL A wall consisting of corner units (1) and wall units (2) where the corner units are frames (3) meeting at an angle, and have oblique bracings (4) and cross braces (5) and are connected with one another in the zone of the meeting angle by corner posts (6) or the equivalent. The wall units (2) have rectangular frames.

GROOVED CONSTRUCTION LUMBER FOR CONSTRUCTING LUMBER STRUCTURES

A grooved construction lumber element for use in constructing lumber structures such as wall framing, roof trusses, load bearing beams, deck and stair railings, and the like, is described. The construction lumber element is comprised of a straight lumber piece having a plurality of spacing grooves disposed in at least one surface of the lumber piece. The spacing grooves have a predetermined depth and are configured to receive therein an associated further lumber element to construct a specific building structure. At least some of the spacing grooves are disposed at common spaced intervals. The lumber element is preferably an elongated straight wood lumber piece of rectangular cross-section and defines opposed flat parallel surfaces and opposed flat parallel side edge surfaces. The spacing grooves are formed in one of the flat surfaces.

HOUSING PANEL, METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING HOUSING PANEL AND HOUSE USING HOUSING PANEL

To provide a housing panel, a method for manufacturing the housing panel and a house using the housing panel that is high in quality with satisfactory heat insulating effect and low in manufacture cost, a housing panel for fitting with and closing a space surrounded by frame members such as columns, bases, lintels, tie beams, struts and rafters of a house. Outer members provided with grooves for fitting with a flat plate are arranged at least on both sides of the flat plate, and heat insulating material is provided in a space portion defined by the flat plate and the outer members.

Raumabschliessende Holzbaukonstruktion.

Wandkonstruktion aus Eternit.

Doppelwandiges Holzchalet.

Zerlegbare Baracke.

Installation intérieure de baraque démontable.

Baukonstruktion.

Holzbau.

Holz-Rahmenkonstruktion für Schuppen- und Hallenbauten.

Raumabschliessende Holzkonstruktion.

Construction.

Holzbaukonstruktion.

Zerlegbare Wohnbaracke.

Construction démontable.

Raumabschliessende Holzbaukonstruktion.

Procédé de construction d'immeubles et immeuble construit suivant ce procédé, en particulier chalet préfabrique.

Vorrichtung zum Verbinden von vorfabrizierten Bauteilen für zerlegbare Bauten.

Construction en bois et procédé pour son établissement.

Method for assembling parts of a wood framework construction, and assembly used

A method for assembling parts (P 1, P 2 ), in particular panels, of a wood framework construction, a first part P 1 including at least one surface ( 16 - 1 ) to be connected by assembly elements ( 18 ) to at least one surface ( 16 - 2 ) of at least one second part P 2, the assembly elements ( 18 ) including at least one receiving member ( 20 ) built into the surface ( 16 - 1 ) of the first part P 1, a mobile part ( 22 ), and a guide element ( 24 ) for the mobile part ( 22 ) built into the surface ( 16 - 2 ) of the second part P 2, the assembly method including at least the following steps: arranging the surfaces ( 16 - 1, 16 - 2 ) of the first and second parts (P 1, P 2 ) to be assembled opposite one another, urging the two surfaces ( 16 - 1, 16 - 2 ) onto one another, and translating the mobile part ( 22 ) in a first direction B relative to the receiving member ( 20 ) and to the guide element ( 24 ), causing the two surfaces ( 16 - 1,16 - 2 ) to be brought near one another.

Spin hardware for structural frame members

Disclosed are various embodiments of multi-component spin hardware for connecting structural framing members to other structural framing members while allowing desired portions of the framing members to pivot, selectively displacing the framing members to variable positions. The spin hardware generally includes a top bracket, a bottom bracket, and a counter bracket assembly. The spin hardware bracket assemblies can be installed along a vertical axis to provide maximum flexibility and creativity while pivoting structural framing members in any number of configurations.

Load-bearing member with hollow fastener

A load-bearing member such as a beam, column, girder or post comprises an elongated body defining a rigid structure for bearing a load. A hollow fastener extends through the body from a first side of the body to a second side of the body. The hollow fastener, which may be a hollow bolt, nail, lag screw or threaded shaft, defines a passageway through the load-bearing member for insertion of a cable, wire, tube or pipe. This obviates the need to drill the beam or column, which can compromise its structural integrity.

Welded steel variable angle bamboo connector assembly model BL 12A-B

A mechanical means of connecting natural bamboo or any natural tree pole at the terminal end to side of another natural bamboo or natural tree pole overcoming the inherent problems of the irregular characteristics of the poles in a simple and efficient way. The connector assembly is easily fitted to the poles with small tools and simple construction trade skills. Once fitted with temporary fasteners said connector assembly elements are joined at any angle as in a construction frame by one bolt. The next and most important innovation; a final adjustment opportunity is available to the builder. At this step adjoining elements are locked into a precise mating surface attachment before final securing is performed. This adjustment is an essential function as a means of compensating for the irregularities of natural poles to insure optimal positioning of adjoining poles by means of in place rotation of said connector elements.

Load-resisting truss segments for buildings

The invention provides load-resisting segments (e.g., panels or frames for openings) for transmitting loads through a building structure. In the context of a wall, the load-resisting segments transmit shear loads downward to structural elements below the wall, such as to a building foundation. The load-resisting segments may comprise a truss configuration, i.e., an assembly of members forming a rigid framework. Each load-resisting segment can include web members and pairs of truss plates secured to sides of the segment to secure connections of the web members to each other and to other members. The wall segments can include beam-separation blocks that reduce truss plate failure by spacing apart the ends of two web members bearing against a chord or post to position the intersection point of the load paths of the web members with the load path of the chord or post.

Fastener

A corrugated-typed fastener configured to couple a first substrate to a second substrate includes a bridge and a plurality of ribs, the ribs having a plurality of flutes. The flutes, and possibly the ribs, may be angled inwardly to form an apex disposed within the width of the fastener and pointing towards a center of the fastener. The ribs may extend outward from the bridge towards opposing ends of the fastener, and the ends may be at a different height than the bridge when viewing the fastener from the side. Alternatively, the ends may be at the same height as the bridge and also may be generally centered on the height of the fastener.

Gable overhang structure

This disclosure relates to a gable overhang structure used in the building construction industry to support the gable end of the roof. The gable overhang structure allows for the pre-assembly of an overhang gable and the set back or elimination of the gable end rafter while providing the gable overhang with superior strength. The structure generally consists of a vertical member, at least one horizontal member, and fastening means. In addition, two or more structures are provided together to form a kit, wherein the vertical members are not of the same length.

Joist hanger

A joist hanger typically includes one or more teeth which can be manually pressed into a header to hold the joist hanger in place on the header to free up a worker's hands so that a worker can nail the joist hanger to the header without having to manually hold the joist hanger in place while driving the nails. The joist hanger may also include a height-setting tab configured to engage the bottom of the header to set the height of the joist hanger relative to the header. The tab may be a break-off tab to allow the joist hanger to be used without the tab if desired.

Bracket Assembly and Systems

A bracket assembly for use in constructing a support frame. The bracket assembly has an inner support sleeve section and at least one support arm that is attached to the inner sleeve support section, wherein the support arm is attached to the inner support sleeve section without the use of additional fasteners. The invention also is directed towards kits and methods that include the bracket assembly.

Multi-piece truss plate for use in joining two structural members

A first structural member and a second structural member meet at a joint of a truss triangular unit. A bridge plate includes a central portion that spans across the joint. The bridge plate includes a first peripheral portion extending from the central portion in a direction of the first structural member and a second peripheral portion extending from the central portion in a direction of the second structural member. Each peripheral portion includes a slot and a first opening. A stirrup plate is provided for each peripheral portion. Each stirrup plate includes an interlocking mounting flange having an extending tab member received by the slot and a second opening aligned with the first opening. A mounting device extends through the aligned first and second openings to secure the stirrup plate and bridge plate to the underlying structural member.

Insulated sheathing and method

An insulated sheathing for use in construction is provided. The insulated sheathing comprises a sheathing having a first surface, second surface, and edges; and a backing attached to the first surface of the sheathing. The sheathing is at least one of plywood, OSB, drywall, fiberglass, concrete board, metal, and plastic. The backing may have an insulation medium, which may be at least one of polyurethane, polystyrene, and fiberglass. Methods of using the insulated sheathing in constructing sections of a building are also provided.

FRAMING BRACKET

A construction bracket is provided for connecting two perpendicular structural members. The bracket comprises an elongated, substantially rectangular top piece; an end piece at one end of the top piece and folded approximately 90° relative to a bottom surface of the top piece; and an elongated, substantially rectangular flange along one side of the top piece. The flange has an inner end separated from the end piece by approximately an integer multiple of 1½ inches. The end piece is configured to be attached to an outer surface of a first structural member and the flange is configured to be attached to a side surface of a second structural member with an end abutting an inner surface the first joist, thereby securing the first and second structural member together. 1. A construction bracket for connecting two perpendicular structural members , comprising:an elongated, substantially rectangular top piece;an end piece at one end of the top piece and folded approximately 90° relative to a bottom surface of the top piece; andan elongated, substantially rectangular flange along one side of the top piece and having an inner end separated from the end piece by approximately an integer multiple of 1½ inches;wherein the end piece is configured to be attached to an outer surface of a first structural member and the flange is configured to be attached to a side surface of a second structural member with an end abutting an inner surface the first joist, thereby securing the first and second structural member together.2. The construction bracket of claim 1 , wherein the end piece is approximately one-fourth of a circular disk.3. The construction bracket of claim 2 , wherein the end piece has a radius of approximately 1.2 inches.4. The construction bracket of claim 1 , wherein the end piece is rectangular in shape.5. The construction bracket of claim 1 , wherein the flange further comprises a tab removably attached to the inner end of the flange claim 1 , the tab having a length ...

External wall and roof systems

A ventilated exterior wall or roof system comprises frame including a plurality of frame members, and a double envelope structure attached to the exterior of the frame. The double envelope structure comprises a water resistant membrane, an exterior sheathing material disposed on the exterior side of and spaced from the water resistant membrane, and one or more air channels between the water resistant membrane and the exterior sheathing.

A Building and a Method of Constructing A Building

A building structure comprising a main steel frame structure 3 and roof 41, wall 74, window and door portions 137, 166, 142, 152 directly or indirectly attachable to the main structural support and are configured, in use, to combine to form a thermally insulative barrier 34, 37, 21 between the interior of the building and the external atmosphere, the barrier also acting to at least partially inhibit travel of air therebetween.

BUILDING AND METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTING SUCH A BUILDING

The invention relates to a building for placing on a surface, for instance a house or office, the building comprising:—a support construction;—an exterior covering mounted against the outer side of the support construction;—an interior covering mounted against the inner side of the support construction,—insulation arranged between the exterior covering, interior covering and supported construction; wherein the support construction comprises a number of successively placed annular support elements, wherein the support elements extend substantially parallel and at a determined mutual spacing for the purpose of forming an interior space enclosed by the support elements. The invention also relates to a method for constructing such a building. 1. A building placeable on a surface , the building comprising:a support construction including an outer side and an inner side;an exterior covering mounted against the outer side of the support construction;an interior covering mounted against the inner side of the support construction; andinsulation arranged between the exterior covering, the interior covering, and the support construction;wherein the support construction comprises a number of successively placed annular support elements, wherein the successively placed annular support elements extend substantially parallel and at a determined mutual spacing for the purpose of forming an interior space enclosed by the successively placed annular support elements.2. The building as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the support construction is embodied to make the building self-supporting and/or liftable as a whole.3. The building as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the building is a self-supporting claim 1 , modular wooden construction which is configured to be disposed in any orthogonal direction.4. The building as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the support construction is embodied so as to provide the building with substantially the same structural properties claim 1 , including strength ...

HOLD DOWN SYSTEM WITH DISTRIBUTED LOADING FOR BUILDING WALLS

A hold down system for a building wall comprises a first rigid member and a second rigid member, the second rigid member being vertically spaced apart from the first rigid member, the first rigid member is supported on a horizontal member of a stud wall, the first and second rigid members including first and second openings, respectively; a tie-rod with a lower end portion for being anchored to an anchorage, the tie-rod extending transversely through the first and second openings, the tie-rod dividing the first and second rigid members into a first lateral section on one side of the tie-rod and a second lateral section on a diametrically opposite side of the tie-rod; first support and second support disposed between the first and second rigid members, the first support being disposed in the first lateral section, the second support being disposed in the second lateral section, the tie-rod extending through the first and second rigid members outside of the first support or the second support; and a nut threaded to the tie-rod, the nut exerting pressure on the second rigid member to place the tie rod under tension loading, the tension loading is transferred by the second rigid member to the first and second supports to subject the first and second supports to compression loading, thereby causing the first rigid member to press on the horizontal member of the stud wall via the first and second lateral sections of the first rigid member, thus distributing the compression loading. 136-. (canceled)37. A roof truss bracket , comprising:a) a U-shaped body including a base portion, first and second wall portions extending from the base portion, and first and second flange portions extending laterally from the respective first and second wall portions; andb) the first and second flange portions including respective first and second openings for attachment to respective first and second tie rods.38. The roof truss bracket as in claim 37 , wherein:a) the first and second ...

HOLD DOWN SYSTEM USING HOLLOW BEARING MEMBERS

A building includes a foundation; a stud wall disposed above the foundation; the stud wall including a bottom plate, first and second studs extending from the bottom plate, and a top plate operably attached to the first and second studs; third and fourth studs operably attached to the respective first and second studs, the third and fourth studs including respective bottom ends; a first cross member disposed on the bottom plate, the bottom ends of the third and fourth studs bearing on the first cross member, the first cross member is made of metal; a second stud wall disposed above the first stud wall; and a tie rod having one end operably connected to the foundation, the tie rod extending through the first cross member and operably attached to the second stud wall. 1. A building , comprising:a) a foundation;b) a first stud wall disposed above the foundation;c) the first stud wall including a bottom plate, first and second studs extending from the bottom plate, and a top plate operably attached to the first and second studs;d) third and fourth studs operably attached to the respective first and second studs, the third and fourth studs including respective bottom ends;e) a first cross member disposed on the bottom plate, the bottom ends of the third and fourth studs bearing on the first cross member, the first cross member is made of metal;f) a second stud wall disposed above the first stud wall; andg) a tie rod having one end operably connected to the foundation, the tie rod extending through the first cross member and operably attached to the second stud wall.2. The building as in claim 1 , and further comprising:a) the third and fourth studs including top ends;b) a second cross member operably supported by the top ends; andc) the tie rod extends through the second cross member.3. The building as in claim 2 , wherein:a) the third and fourth studs are disposed a distance below the top plate; andb) the second cross member is disposed on the top ends.4. The building ...

TIMBER FRAME STRUCTURES WITH IMPROVED JOINT ASSEMBLIES

Timber frame structures comprising timber support posts and timber support beams. Improved joint assemblies are utilized for interconnecting the timber support posts and the timber support beams. In particular, each of the joint assemblies includes a tail having a wedge-shaped outer face and a complementary socket configured and dimensioned for receiving the tail. The tails may extend from the terminal faces of the support beams and the sockets may be formed in the sidewalls of the timber support posts. The tails may be installed into the sockets through a drop-in-place procedure. The timber frame structures may be packaged as kits for modular assembly at the desired location. 1. A timber frame structure comprising:at least one timber support post;at least one timber support beam; (i) a tail, said tail comprising a wedge-shaped outer face having a first edge and a second edge, each of the first edge and the second edge defining an imaginary line that intersects with an imaginary line of the other one of the first edge or the second edge, wherein the intersection of the imaginary lines define an angle, wherein the angle is between 4 and 12 degrees, and', '(ii) a socket configured and dimensioned for receiving the tail., 'a joint assembly for interconnecting the at least one timber support post and the at least one timber support beam, the joint assembly comprising2. The timber frame structure of claim 1 , wherein the angle is between 6 and 10 degrees.3. The timber frame structure of claim 2 , wherein the angle is approximately 8 degrees.4. The timber frame structure of claim 3 , wherein the outer face has a length of between 8 to 12 inches.5. The timber frame structure of claim 4 , wherein the outer face has a length of one of approximately 9.25 inches and 10.25 inches.6. The timber frame structure of claim 5 , wherein a maximum width of the outer face is between 2 to 4 inches.7. The timber frame structure of claim 6 , wherein the maximum width of the outer face is ...

CONNECTION DEVICE FOR FASTENING TWO ELEMENTS, IN PARTICULAR FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

A connection device in particular for building construction, has an upright, a beam and a pair of first plates, which are flat and vertical, are fixed with respect to the upright, project horizontally from the upright and are parallel to each other; the device also has a pair of second plates, which are fastened to one end of the beam, are placed on the outer side faces of such end are flat and vertical, coplanar respectively to the first plates and rest on the first plates solely at an inclined plane, which causes a forcing of the end of the beam horizontally against the upright in response to a forcing of the second plates downwards along such inclined plane. 22139405038. Device according to claim 1 , characterised in that said first and second plates ( claim 1 , ) rest claim 1 , directly or by means of spacers claim 1 , on respective areas ( claim 1 , ) of said side faces ().3802138. Device according to claim 2 , characterised by comprising at least one retaining member () configured so as to prevent said first plates () from spreading apart with respect to said side faces ().480833221. Device according to claim 3 , characterised in that said retaining member () passes claim 3 , with radial clearance claim 3 , through a horizontal hole () made in said attachment portion () and has the ends coupled to said first plates ().5413239. Device according to claim 1 , characterised by comprising at least two tie rods () that clamp said attachment portion () tightly between said second plates ().652392139. Device according to claim 1 , characterised by comprising a mechanical system () configured so as to vertically pull said second plates () towards said first plates () and then maintain said second plates () vertically locked in the reached position.7. Method for fastening two elements claim 1 , in particular for building construction claim 1 , by means of a connection device according to ; the method comprising the steps of:{'b': 32', '21', '39', '33', '2, 'inserting ...

MODULAR FURNITURE SYSTEM

A modular framework having a plurality of elongate structural members interconnected by brackets is provided. Each of the brackets includes at least one tubular socket to receive a structural member, and an array of holes is provided on a face of the socket to permit connection of an attachment to the bracket to support ancillary components. 14-. (canceled)5. A structure having a frame defined by a plurality of elongate structural members , said structural members including a plurality of vertically extending posts and a plurality of longitudinal stringers extending between said posts , an upper end of each of said posts being connected to at least a pair of said longitudinal stringers by a bracket to define a corner of said frame , each bracket having a socket to receive an end of each of the structural members converging to the respective corner , a hanger extending between a pair of said sockets connecting said longitudinal stringers at each corner and a shade cloth connected to and extending between said hangers to provide a roof.6. The structure of wherein each socket has a face inwardly directed toward a face of an adjacent socket to provide pairs of opposed faces on each of said brackets claim 5 , and said hanger extends between a pair of opposed faces on said brackets.7. The structure of including holes in said pairs of opposed faces to accommodate a fastener to secure respective ones of the structural members to the bracket.8. The structure of any one of to wherein a hanger extends between a pair of said sockets connecting one of said longitudinal stringers and one of said posts at each corner and a cloth panel is connected to and extends between said hanger and an attachment point on said post to provide a side panel.9. The structure of any one of to wherein the lower end of said posts is secured in a foot having a socket attached to substrate.10. The structure of wherein said foot has a base plate extending laterally from the socket.11. The structure of ...

Truss bracket

The truss bracket may comprise a first side plate, a second side plate, and one or more web plates. The first side plate may be coupled to the second side plate by the web plates such that the first side plate is parallel to the second side plate. The truss bracket may join two or more coplanar timber elements in a predefined orientation at a joint of a roofing truss. The truss bracket may be operable to align the timber elements, to limit insertion distance of timber elements, to establish a pitch of a roof made from the roofing trusses, to hide an end face of the timber elements, or combinations thereof. The timber elements may be coupled using embodiments of the truss bracket. The truss bracket may aid in the rapid construction of a plurality of the roofing trusses in a consistent, reproducible manner.

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

A building is constructed from a plurality of rectangular wall sections secured to one another. At least some wail sections are formed of an upper and a lower beam, vertical studs extending between the upper and lower beams and a wall panel secured to the beams and to the studs. In the invention, each beam is formed of an elongate metal sheet folded through a right angle about at least one longitudinally extending line to define at least a horizontal first plate, and a vertical second. A plurality of separately formed sheet metal brackets are secured to at least one of the plates of the folded metal sheet at preset distances from one another along the length of the beam and secured to the ends of the studs. 1. A method of constructing a studwork wall section that has upper and lower beams , studs extending vertically between the upper and lower beams and a wall panel secured to the upper and lower beams and to the studs , which method comprises:providing studs of uniform length,providing load bearing structural support beams each formed of an elongate metal sheet folded through a right angle about at least one longitudinally extending line to define at least a horizontal first plate, and a vertical second plate to be secured to the wall panel of the studwork wall, each beam having been pre-fitted with a plurality of separately formed sheet metal L-shaped or U-shaped brackets that are permanently secured to at least one of the plates of the folded metal sheet at preset distances from one another along the length of the beam,securing a plurality of studs between two beams by fixing each end of each stud to one of the brackets on a respective one of the beams so that the studs lie parallel to one another, andsecuring a wall panel to the two beams and the studs, the dimensions of the wall panel ensuring that the studs and the beams lie at right angles to one another,2. A method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , prior to securing studs to the beams claim 1 , the ...

Method and Kit for Assembly of Framed Structures

A method for framing a structure using pre-dimensioned components comprising lower support components, framing components for assembling a series of frames, sheathing, and a template for guiding the assembly of the series of frames. The method comprises the steps of: fastening the lower support components together to produce a lower support rim; assembling the series of frames using markings on the template to guide placement of framing components; and fastening the series of frames to the lower support rim. 1. A method for framing a structure using pre-dimensioned components comprising lower support components , framing components for assembling a series of frames , sheathing , and a template for guiding the assembly of the series of frames , the method comprising:a) fastening the lower support components together to produce a lower support rim;b) assembling the series of frames using markings on the template to guide placement of framing components; andc) fastening the series of frames to the lower support rim.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the template is marked on a part of the sheathing.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising attaching at least a lower section of sheathing to opposing sides of the lower support rim before performing step c).4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the lower support components are rim joists or base plate members.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein each of the lower support components includes an outer ledge to facilitate placement and squaring of the sheathing prior to attachment of the sheathing to the lower support components.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pre-dimensioned components include a layout sheet for use in guiding the placement of corner supports for the lower support rim.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein each assembled frame of the series of frames includes an end-fastened pair of roof rafters claim 1 , each with an opposite end fastened to an outer vertical beam.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the ...

HOLD DOWN SYSTEM WITH DISTRIBUTED LOADING FOR BUILDING WALLS

A hold down system for a building wall comprises a first rigid member and a second rigid member, the second rigid member being vertically spaced apart from the first rigid member, the first rigid member is supported on a horizontal member of a stud wall, the first and second rigid members including first and second openings, respectively; a tie-rod with a lower end portion for being anchored to an anchorage, the tie-rod extending transversely through the first and second openings, the tie-rod dividing the first and second rigid members into a first lateral section on one side of the tie-rod and a second lateral section on a diametrically opposite side of the tie-rod; first support and second support disposed between the first and second rigid members, the first support being disposed in the first lateral section, the second support being disposed in the second lateral section, the tie-rod extending through the first and second rigid members outside of the first support or the second support; and a nut threaded to the tie-rod, the nut exerting pressure on the second rigid member to place the tie rod under tension loading, the tension loading is transferred by the second rigid member to the first and second supports to subject the first and second supports to compression loading, thereby causing the first rigid member to press on the horizontal member of the stud wall via the first and second lateral sections of the first rigid member, thus distributing the compression loading. 1. A hold down system for a building wall , comprising:a) a first rigid member and a second rigid member, the second rigid member being vertically spaced apart from the first rigid member, the first rigid member is supported on a horizontal member of a stud wall, the first and second rigid members including first and second openings, respectively;b) a tie-rod with a lower end portion for being anchored to an anchorage, the tie-rod extending transversely through the first and second openings, ...

Cylindrical sleeve-type steel-wood composite joint and the assembly method

A cylindrical sleeve-type steel-wood composite joint includes fiberglass reinforced panel (FRP) cylindrical wood columns, X-shaped wood beams, a key connecting component, arc connecting pieces and splicing outer ring plates. The key connecting component consists of upper and lower cylindrical steel sleeve plates, a connecting sleeve, a cylindrical solid wood and filling wood blocks. The FRP cylindrical wood columns are connected to the key connecting component and are inserted into the key connecting component through the cylindrical steel sleeve plates and penetrative steel bars. The X-shaped wood beams are connected to the key connecting component through the arc connecting pieces, and the splicing outer ring plates are fixed with bolts to realize combination and connection. By adoption of the design of the connecting sleeve, the joint has a high bearing capacity, vertical force transfer is guaranteed, operation is easy, and assembly is fast.

HEAVY DUTY HANGER FOR FIRE SEPARATION WALL

A hanger for connecting a structural component to a wall having sheathing mounted thereon after the hanger is connected to the wall. The hanger includes a channel-shaped portion configured to receive a structural component. An extension portion extends from the channel-shaped portion and is configured to extend through the sheathing. A connection portion extends from the extension portion and is configured for attachment to the wall. The connection portion includes connector flanges configured to attach to a stud of the wall. The extension portion minimally disrupts the continuity of the sheathing to maintain the fire resistive rating of the sheathing. 1. A hanger for connecting a structural component to a wall including a top plate and studs extending down from the top plate , the wall being adapted to have sheathing mounted thereon , the hanger comprising:a channel-shaped portion configured to receive the structural component;an extension portion extending from the channel-shaped portion and configured to extend through the sheathing to engage the wall at a first location; anda connection portion configured for attachment to one of the studs at a second location spaced from the first location, the connection portion including a connection flange arranged with respect to the extension portion to overlie and engage a side portion of said one stud.2. The hanger as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the connection portion includes at least two connection flanges.3. The hanger as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the connection flanges are oriented to form a channel for receiving said one stud therein.4. The hanger as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the connection portion includes at least one back flange extending from the extension portion claim 1 , the back flange configured to overlie and engage a front portion of said one stud claim 1 , the front portion being orthogonal to the side portion.5. The hanger as set forth in claim 4 , wherein the connection flange is formed as ...

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERED WOOD RIM BOARD SYSTEM FOR LIGHT FRAME CONSTRUCTION

A peripheral portion of a light frame construction building constructed from structural engineered wood components involves first, second and third structural engineered wood rim boards each having a cavity on an exterior-facing side and a substantially flat interior-facing side, with ends of the second and third structural engineered wood rim boards abutting each other to form a corner, and an auxiliary corner support affixed to, and within the cavities of, the second and third structural engineered wood rim boards. 1. A peripheral portion of a light frame construction building constructed from structural engineered wood components , the peripheral portion comprising:a) a first structural engineered wood rim board located on a foundation of the portion of the light frame construction building;b) a second structural engineered wood rim board located on a level of the peripheral portion of the light frame construction building other than a foundation level, the second structural engineered wood rim board having a terminal end;c) a third structural engineered wood rim board having a terminal end, wherein the terminal end of the third structural engineered wood rim board abuts the terminal end of the second structural engineered wood rim board at an angle so as to form a corner;d) an auxiliary corner support having a first arm and a second arm oriented relative to each other so as to correspond to the angle, wherein the first arm and the second arm each have an arm height;e) at least one wall stud located between, and forming a load transfer path between, the first structural engineered wood rim board and one of the second or third structural engineered wood rim boards; I) a pair of flanges, and', 'II) a web affixed between the pair of flanges, the web having a height defining a separation distance between the flanges;, 'wherein the first, second and third structural engineered wood rim boards are constructed such that each includes'} I) on one side of each structural ...

Method and Connector Set for Connecting Beams of Wood Material

The invention relates to a method and to a connector set for connecting beams from wood material, in particular solid wood, glued laminated wood, laminated veneer wood, or plywood board, in particular for connections that are under a compressive as well as a tensile load, wherein a connector has at least one plate-shaped portion for insertion into prefabricated slots in the beam or the beams, wherein at least the plate-shaped portion of the connector is composed of synthetic resin densified wood, wherein the synthetic resin densified wood is composed of a plurality of hardwood layers disposed on top of one another and synthetic resin, and wherein wood screws for fixing the connector are provided. 1. A method for connecting beams from solid wood or glued laminated wood , comprising the steps of:producing slots in the beams;introducing a connector from synthetic resin densified wood into the slots;and fixing the connector in the slots by means of wood screw.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the wood screws when fixing the connector are screwed into the beams and the connector without pre-drilling the beams and the connector.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , wood screws having drill tips are used.4. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein wood screws having a full thread are used.5. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein wood screws having at least one thread-free portion are used.6. The method as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the wood screws are arranged such that the connector in the finally assembled state is penetrated by a thread-free portion of the wood screws.7. A connector set for beams of wood material claim 5 , in particular for connections that are under a compressive as well as a tensile load claim 5 , wherein the connector set has at least one connector with at least one plate-shaped portion for insertion into prefabricated slots in the beam or the beams claim 5 , wherein at least the plate-shaped portion of the ...

DECK MOUNTING SYSTEM

A mounting system for mounting an external structure, such as a deck, with a building includes an anchor frame that couples with structural elements of the building and a bracket that couples with both the external structure and the anchor frame for securement. The anchor frame includes a plate element configured for mounting against a board of a building and anchor elements extending from the plate element and configured for mounting against a second board of a building. The bracket has a first face portion configured for coupling with the anchor frame and a second face portion spaced from the first face portion and configured for mounting with an external structure. 1. A mounting system for mounting an external structure with a building comprising:an anchor frame configured for mounting with structural elements of a building, the anchor frame including:a plate element having a planar portion with opposing sides, the planar portion configured for mounting against a first board of the building;an anchor element extending from each of the opposing sides of the plate element, the anchor elements configured for mounting against respective second and third boards of the building that are positioned at either side of the plate element and are each oriented perpendicular to the first board;a plurality of bolt elements for securing the anchor frame with a building, at least one bolt element extending through the planar portion of the plate element for engaging the first board and at least one bolt element extending through each of the anchor elements for engaging the second and third boards for securing the anchor frame with various the boards.2. (canceled)3. The mounting system of further comprising a plurality of bolt elements extending through the planar portion of the plate element for securing the plate element.4. The mounting system of wherein the plate element is configured for mounting with a band board of the building.5. The mounting system of wherein the anchor ...

Reinforced Composite Column

A building support column includes a lower assembly with a connection bracket that includes a bottom plate. A body that includes plastic defines an exterior perimeter about support rods that extend from the bottom plate of the connection bracket. An adjustment leg that includes a threaded portion is movable within a center hole of the body to define a distance between the foot and the bottom plate. 1. A building support column comprising:a lower assembly comprising:a connection bracket comprising a bottom plate, first and second connection blades extending away from the bottom plate in a first direction, and a hole through the bottom plate in a position between the first and second connection blades;a plurality of support rods secured to the connection bracket and extending away from the bottom plate in a direction opposite the connection blades;a body comprising plastic defining an exterior perimeter about the plurality of support rods, a center hole oriented along a central axis of the body and aligned with the hole of the bottom plate; andan adjustment leg comprising a threaded portion along the adjustment leg with a foot secured to an exterior end of the adjustment leg, the adjustment leg movable within the center hole at a position separated from the bottom plate to define a distance between the foot and the bottom plate and the threaded portion providing engagement between the adjustment leg and the body.2. The building support column of claim 1 , wherein the threaded portion is located along an interior end of the adjustment leg claim 1 , the interior end of the adjustment leg being an end of the adjustment leg opposite the foot.3. The building support column of claim 2 , wherein the interior end of the adjustment leg is configured to be received within the center hole of the body.4. The building support column of claim 3 , wherein the engagement between the adjustment leg and the body is an interference or friction fit between the threaded portion and the ...

Structural reinforcing system components

A structural reinforcing panel system for reinforcing a structure against lateral or shear and uplift loads. The system includes a structural reinforcing panel which is installed between the studs in a wall of the structure. The panel is connected to the foundation of the structure and the sill or header. Two or more panels may be connected together at a corner, within a wall, ceiling or floor. The roof rafters of the structure may be attached to a top plate bracket mounted to the sill plate, which may also be connected to one or more structural reinforcing panels, provides uplift load support for the structure. Movable reinforcing panels may be used to barricade openings in the building structure such as windows. For structures built on piers, a pier mount bracket provides a linkage to one or more structural reinforcing panels.

ASSEMBLED SLAB STEEL-WOOD COMPOSITE JOINT AND ASSEMBLY METHOD THEREOF

An assembled slab-type steel-wood composite joint, includes a steel-wood composite column, square wood beams, connecting assemblies for connecting the steel-wood composite column and the square wood beams, and wood slabs connected to and supported by the steel-wood composite column, the square wood beams and the connecting assemblies. The steel-wood composite column includes a hollow cross-shaped outer square wood column, and square blocks are integrally formed on the outer square wood column; and a steel sleeve is inlaid in the outer square wood column, an inner wood column is inlaid in the steel sleeve, column vertical steel bars penetrate through the inner wood column, horizontal steel bars penetrate through the square blocks and are fixedly connected to the steel sleeve, and threads are arranged at the ends of the horizontal steel bars. 1. An assembled slab steel-wood composite joint , comprising a steel-wood composite column ,a plurality of square wood beams,a plurality of connecting assemblies for connecting the steel-wood composite column and the plurality of square wood beams, and 'the steel-wood composite column comprises a hollow outer square wood column, a plurality of integrally-formed square blocks are arranged on a plurality of vertical outer sides of the hollow outer square wood column, and the hollow outer square wood column has a cross-shaped sectional structure; a steel sleeve is inlaid in the hollow outer square wood column, an inner wood column is inlaid in the steel sleeve, a plurality of column vertical steel bars penetrate through the inner wood column, a plurality of inner ends of a plurality of horizontal steel bars penetrate through the plurality of integrally-formed square blocks to be fixedly connected to the steel sleeve, and a plurality of threads are arranged at a plurality of outer ends of the plurality of horizontal steel bars;', 'a plurality of wood slabs connected to and supported by the steel-wood composite column, the plurality ...

CONSTRUCTION SYSTEM FOR STRUCTURAL FRAMEWORKS OF BUILDINGS

A construction system for structural frameworks of buildings is described, comprising a first and a second structural elements mutually connected by connecting elements, the first and second structural elements being vertically assembled to make a pillar of the framework, a third and a fourth structural elements mutually connected by connecting elements to make a beam of the framework, the third and fourth structural elements being assembled transversally to the first and second structural elements, the third and/or fourth structural elements being associated as joint to the first and/or to the second structural element, the third and fourth structural elements being further connected to the first and the second structural elements by connecting elements, to make the framework, the first, second, third and fourth structural elements being composed of a panel having height and width greater than the thickness. 1. A construction system for structural frameworks of buildings comprising:at least one first structural element and at least one second structural element mutually connected by means of connecting elements, the first structural elements and the second structural elements being adapted to be vertically assembled to make a pillar of the structural framework;at least one third structural element and at least one fourth structural element mutually connected by means of connecting elements to make a beam of the structural framework, the third structural elements and the fourth structural elements being adapted to be transversally assembled to the first structural elements and to the second structural elements;wherein the third structural elements and/or the fourth structural elements are associated as a joint to the first structural elements and/or to the second structural elements, the third structural elements and/or the fourth structural elements being further connected to the first structural elements and/or to the second structural elements by means of ...

Metal Joint

A metal joint adapted to be fitted into a hole formed in a building component and fixed to the hole with an adhesive includes: a small diameter portion having an elongated shape and an outer diameter smaller than an inner diameter of the hole; and two large diameter portions fixed to the small diameter portion individually at two locations spaced apart from each other in a longitudinal direction of the small diameter portion, each large diameter portion having an outer diameter corresponding to the inner diameter of the hole. Furthermore, irregularities are formed on an outer peripheral surface of the small diameter portion in a section between the two large diameter portions. 1. A metal joint adapted to be fitted into a hole formed in a building component and fixed to the hole with an adhesive , the metal joint comprising:a small diameter portion having an elongated shape and an outer diameter smaller than an inner diameter of the hole; andtwo large diameter portions fixed to the small diameter portion individually at two locations spaced apart from each other in a longitudinal direction of the small diameter portion, each large diameter portion having an outer diameter corresponding to the inner diameter of the hole,wherein irregularities are formed on an outer peripheral surface of the small diameter portion in a section between the two large diameter portions.2. The metal joint according to claim 1 , the large diameter portions are fixed at opposite longitudinal ends of the small diameter portion.3. The metal joint according to claim 1 , each of the large diameter portions comprises a spring ring.4. The metal joint according to claim 1 , wherein the irregularities comprise an external thread.5. The metal joint according to claim 1 , wherein the irregularities comprise a plurality of annular rings.6. The metal joint according to claim 1 , wherein the irregularities comprise a plurality of protrusions and/or recesses.7. The metal joint according to claim 1 , ...

RAFTER BRACKET

A rafter bracket configured to connect a vertical post to a rafter and beam(s) is described herein. The rafter bracket may include lower vertical side plates, a horizontal plate, and upper vertical side plates. The horizontal plate may be perpendicular to the upper and lower vertical side plates and may separate the upper vertical side plates from the lower vertical side plates. The horizontal plate and lower vertical side plates may create a lower cavity that receives the vertical post. Meanwhile, the rafter may be positioned on one of the upper vertical side plates and positioned between two of the upper vertical side plates and may be angled at an acute angle relative to the vertical post as well as the upper and lower vertical side plates. One or more of the lower vertical side plates may receive lateral plates that define a lateral cavity receiving the beam. 1. A method of using a rafter bracket to connect a vertical post of a building to a rafter and beam of the building , the method comprising: a first lower vertical side plate comprising at least one first lower vertical side plate fastener aperture, a first lower vertical side plate top, a first lower vertical side plate bottom, a first lower vertical side plate height extending from the first lower vertical side plate top to the first lower vertical side plate bottom, a first lower vertical side plate first end, a first lower vertical side plate second end opposite the first end, and a first lower vertical side plate width extending from the first lower vertical side plate first end to the first lower vertical side plate second end and substantially perpendicular to the first lower vertical side plate height;', 'a second lower vertical side plate opposite the first lower vertical side plate and extending substantially parallel to the first lower vertical side plate, the second lower vertical side plate comprising at least one second lower vertical side plate fastener aperture, a second lower vertical side ...

PIVOTING HANGER ASSEMBLY

Apparatus and methods for pivotally coupling a joist to a fixed structure are described. In one embodiment, a support hanger assembly comprises a joist bracket for fastening to the joist, a support bracket comprising a support bracket base configured to be mounted to the fixed structure and at least one flange extending from the support bracket base for coupling to the joist bracket, and a connecting member for pivotally coupling the joist bracket and the support bracket. 1. A support hanger assembly for pivotally coupling a joist to a fixed structure , the support hanger assembly comprising:a joist bracket for fastening to the joist; a support bracket base configured to be mounted to the fixed structure, and', 'at least one flange extending from the support bracket base for coupling to the joist bracket; and, 'a support bracket comprisinga connecting member for pivotally coupling the joist bracket and the support bracket.2. The support hanger assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the joist bracket has at least one joist connector bore,each of the at least one flange includes a support connector bore; andwherein pivotally coupling the joist bracket and the support bracket comprises disposing the connecting member through the at least one joist connector bore and the support connector bore.3. The support hanger assembly of claim 1 , configured such that when:the joist bracket is fastened to the joist,the support bracket is mounted to the fixed structure, andthe joist bracket is pivotally coupled to the support bracket, the joist bracket can be pivoted relative to the support bracket without significant torque being transferred to the fixed structure.4. The support hanger assembly of claim 2 , wherein the joist bracket comprises a joist bracket base and a joist plate extending from the joist bracket base claim 2 , and wherein the joist plate has the at least one joist connector bore extending therethrough.5. The support hanger assembly of claim 2 , wherein the joist bracket ...

Beam clip with teeth

A saddle connector, having an inverted channel, engages a bulb of a beam in the grid of a suspended ceiling. The channel has hardened teeth staggered along the opposing walls of the channel. The teeth are forced into the bulb of the beam, one at a time, by the full force exerted by hand operated pliers.

Valley truss tie

A valley truss tie for connecting a valley truss to an underlying support truss of a roof has a front plate and a back plate connected to the front plate so the front and back plate are adjacent one another. The valley truss tie also has a fastener guidance system for holding fasteners at prescribed angles relative to the front and back plate as the fasteners are driven through the valley truss tie into the underlying support truss. The fastener guidance system has a first set of convex projections extending from a side of the front plate opposite the back plate, a second set of convex projections extending from a side of the back plate opposite the front plate, and openings in the convex projections for guiding the fasteners through the front and back plates.

TRUSS MEMBER CONNECTOR, REINFORCED TRUSS, AND TRUSS REINFORCING METHOD

The present disclosure provides in various embodiments a truss member connector including a first attachment section, a second attachment section, a connection section connecting the first attachment section to the second attachment section, and one or more guide pins. The present disclosure provides in various embodiments a reinforced truss and a method for reinforcing a truss member of a truss with the additional reinforcing member which includes attaching an additional reinforcing member to the truss member with a plurality of truss member connectors to enable rotation of the additional reinforcing member relative to the truss member such that the additional reinforcing member adds support and rigidity to the truss member and the entire truss. 1. A method of reinforcing a truss member of a truss , said method comprising:positioning a reinforcing member adjacent to the truss member of the truss; andattaching the reinforcing member to the truss member using a plurality of truss member connectors to enable shipment of the reinforcing member in a first position and subsequent rotation of the reinforcing member relative to the truss member to a different second position at which the reinforcing member adds reinforcement to the truss member.2. The method of claim 1 , which includes attaching the reinforcing member to the truss member to enable rotation of the reinforcing member relative to the truss member about bending axes of the plurality of truss member connectors.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the bending axes are along indentations in the plurality of truss member connectors.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the bending axes are substantially collinear.5. The method of claim 1 , which includes attaching the reinforcing member to the truss member to enable rotation of the reinforcing member relative to the truss member such that the truss member claim 1 , the plurality of truss member connectors claim 1 , and the reinforcing member can form an L shape.6. The ...

ANTI-SHEARING CONNECTION OF STRUCTURAL MEMBERS

A hanger for connecting a structural member to a structural support including a base sized and shaped for receiving the structural member thereon. First and second side panels extend upward from the base. First and second back panels each extend from a respective one of the side panels. First and second top flanges each extend from a respective one of the back panels. An opening in one of said first and second side panels and said first and second back panels is configured to receive a fastener to attach the hanger to one of the structural member and the structural support. A slot is adjacent the opening. An area between the opening and the slot defines a yieldable portion selected to deform at a load that is less than the shear load capacity of the fastener when received through the opening for connecting the hanger to one of the structural member and the structural support. 118-. (canceled)19. An anti-shearing construction connector for connecting a first structural member to a second structural member using one or more fasteners so as to inhibit shearing off said one or more fasteners by the construction connector , the construction connector comprising:a first connection portion configured to attach to the first structural member; anda second connection portion connected to the first connection portion and configured to be attached to the second structural member using said one or more fasteners for transferring loads between the first and second structural members when the construction connector connects the first and second structural members, the second connection portion including one or more yieldable portions, each yieldable portion partially defining an aperture in the second connection portion, the aperture configured to receive one of said one or more fasteners to attach the second connection portion to the second structural member, each yieldable portion being configured to change a dimension of the aperture by deforming at a load that is less than a ...

BUILDING PRODUCTS WITH FIRE-RESISTANT CLADDINGS

A building product having improved fire resistance by virtue of solid fire-resistant cladding material attached to at least a portion of one or more surfaces of the building product. The solid fire-resistant cladding material includes wood fiber and binder. The building product can be a wood-based building product, and can be in the form of an I-joist. When an I-joist is used, the solid fire-resistant cladding material can be attached to, for example, the web of the I-joist. 1. A fire-resistant building product comprising:a wooden I-joist comprising a web, a top flange along a tip edge of the web, and a bottom flange along a bottom edge of the web; anda solid fire-resistant cladding material disposed directly on at least one side of the web and an opposing side of the web, wherein the solid fire-resistant cladding material comprises wood fiber matrix and one or more binders, wherein the binder comprises a wax emulsion or a paraffin emulsion.2. The fire-resistant building product of claim 1 , wherein the solid fire-resistant cladding material further comprises starch.3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. The fire-resistant building product of claim 1 , wherein the solid fire-resistant cladding material is further disposed directly on a bottom side of the bottom flange.6. The fire-resistant building product of claim 1 , wherein the solid fire-resistant cladding material comprises 50 to 99 wt % wood fiber matrix and 1 to 10 wt % binder.7. The fire-resistant budding product of claim 1 , wherein a fire-retardant coating is applied to an external surface of the fire-resistant cladding material or an exposed surface of the wooden I-joist.8. (canceled)9. The fire-resistant building product of claim 1 , wherein the solid fire-resistant cladding material has a density in the range of 12 to 25 lbs/ft.10. The fire-resistant building product of claim 1 , wherein the solid fire-resistant cladding material has a permeability greater than 20 perms.11. The fire-resistant budding product of ...

TIMBER STRUCTURAL MEMBER WITH EMBEDDED WEB

A timber joist is provided, which includes first and second flanges connected together by a web, the web being structurally integral with the flanges. Both flanges comprise timber poles. The web inserts into the first and second flanges a sufficient distance so as to provide resistance to longitudinal splitting or cracking of the timber. 1. A timber joist comprising first and second flanges connected together by a web which is structurally integral with the flanges , both flanges comprising timber poles , wherein each flange has a slot formed therein which extends longitudinally along the length of the flange , the slot being dimensioned to receive the web , the web being bonded in the slot , and wherein the web extends to a depth of at least about 20% of the diameter of the flange into which it is embedded.2. A timber joist according to wherein the web extends to a depth of at least about 25% claim 1 , 26% claim 1 , 27% claim 1 , 28% claim 1 , 29% or 30% the diameter of the flange into which it is embedded.3. A timber joist according to wherein the web extends to a depth of at least about 50% the diameter of the flange into which it is embedded4. A timber joist according to wherein the web extends to a depth and/or along a line so as to not interfere with an attaching means or a reinforcing means in the flange into which the web is embedded.5. A timber joist according to wherein the web extends substantially along a radius of the member into which it is embedded.6. A timber joist according to claim 1 , wherein the web is generally planar.7. A timber joist according to claim 1 , wherein the web extends the full length of the flanges.8. A timber joist according to claim 1 , wherein the web extends beyond the length of the flanges.9. A timber joist according to claim 1 , wherein the web is shorter than the length of the flanges.10. A timber joist according to claim 1 , wherein the web comprises one or more segments and the flanges include one or more slots claim 1 , ...

ONE HOUR FIRE RATED WOODEN FRAME MEMBERS USING LIGHTWEIGHT GYPSUM WALLBOARD

A combined wooden frame support and ceiling system is provided, each support including upper and lower wooden chords and a wooden structure connecting the lower chord to the upper chord for weight bearing purposes. A gypsum wallboard batten strip is attached to the lower chord, and defining a ledge extending from each side of the lower chord. A single thickness of gypsum wallboard panels is used to create a ceiling attached to the support, each panel used to create the ceiling is made from a slurry composition including less than 5% by weight of Grade 4 vermiculite. Upon the support being assembled in the ceiling system, with a plurality of the supports, and having lengths of insulation supported by the ledges of the adjacent supports, the ceiling system resists charring by fire for at least one hour. 1. A combined wooden frame support with enhanced fire resistance compared to conventional open-web wooden trusses , and a ceiling system including a plurality of said supports mounted in spaced parallel relation to each other , each said support comprising:an upper wooden chord extending along a longitudinal axis;a lower wooden chord disposed below the upper chord and extending along an axis vertically displaced and parallel relative to said longitudinal axis, a wooden structure connecting said lower chord to said upper chord for weight bearing purposes; andat least one gypsum wallboard batten strip attached directly to an underside of said lower chord, said strip being dimensioned to have a width in a range of 6-8 inches to define a ledge extending from each side of said lower chord, such that a space is defined between ledges of adjacent supports, and enhanced fire resistance is provided by said batten strip being attached to said lower chord;said batten strip being a separate component from a single thickness of gypsum wallboard panels used to create a ceiling attached to said support;each said gypsum wallboard panel used to create said ceiling being made from a ...

ROTATABLE STUD FRAMING GUIDE

A rotatable stud framing guide for aligning a first stud with a second stud includes a base, a rotatable arm, and a lockable retaining pin. The base includes a pair of angle flanges for securing the base to adjacent surfaces along the length of the first stud. The rotatable arm includes compression flanges for securing the rotatable arm to opposing surfaces at the end of the second stud. The lockable retaining pin includes a clevis pin, an eccentric cam lever, and a cotter pin that secures the eccentric cam lever to the clevis pin. The lockable retaining pin passes through pivot holes in the base and rotatable arm to provide an axis of rotation for the rotatable arm and maintain the rotatable arm in proximity to the base. The eccentric cam lever selectively locks the rotatable arm at a desired angle to align the second stud with the first stud. 1. A rotatable framing guide , comprising:a base configured to be secured to at least two different surfaces of a first beam;a rotatable arm configured to be secured to at least two different surfaces of a second beam; and connect the rotatable arm to the base,', 'provide an axis for the rotatable arm to rotate relative to the base when in an unlocked configuration,', 'rotatably lock the rotatable arm to the base when in a locked configuration; and wherein', a clevis pin including', 'a shaft configured to pass through a locking aperture in the base and through a locking aperture in the rotatable arm,', 'a head at the top of the shaft having a diameter greater the locking aperture, and', 'an aperture at the base of the shaft configured to receive a cotter pin;', 'an eccentric cam lever secured to the clevis pin by the cotter pin and configured to rotate relative to a long axis of the clevis pin from an unlocked configuration to a locked configuration; and', 'a cotter pin configured to secure the eccentric cam lever to the clevis pin., 'the lockable retaining pin includes,'}], 'a lockable retaining pin configured to'}2. ( ...

FRAME ARRANGEMENT FOR WOOD FRAMED BUILDINGS

A method of constructing a frame of a wood frame building structure is shown and described. The method entails fabricating modules establishing nominally flat structural platforms for expediting assembly of floors, walls, ceilings, and a roof. These modules provide structural frames enabling appropriate finishing materials to be affixed thereto. The finishing materials provide continuous, flat surfaces, with exceptions for penetrations. The method includes assembling the modules such that a longitudinal axis of each model is parallel to those of other modules throughout the frame and perpendicular to a building length axis. Also, each module includes ceiling joists, floor joists, and roof rafters, as appropriate, such joists and roof rafters installed parallel to the building length axis and therefore, perpendicular to the joists and roof rafters. This method minimizes assembly costs of modules and of the framing, while retaining conventional framing performance.

Bearing clip

A bearing clip for joining a truss to a bearing material is disclosed. The bearing clip includes a base portion, a vertical portion, and at least one wing. The base portion includes a back end, sides adjacent to the back end and a bottom surface. The vertical portion extends from the back end of the base portion in a first direction away from the bottom surface. The at least one wing extends from a side of the base portion at an obtuse angle and at least partially in the first direction.

Prefabricated modules for wood frame building construction

Modules providing structural platforms for floors, ceilings, walls, and a roof of a wood frame building are shown and described. Once installed, modules receive suitable finishing materials providing continuous, flat surfaces, with exceptions for penetrations. Each module may include a wood perimeter, upper joist boards or roof rafters, coupled to the wood perimeter at relatively high positions thereon, and lower joist boards or roof rafters coupled to the bounded wood perimeter at relatively low positions thereon. Within each module, each upper joist board or upper roof rafter has a lowermost edge above a level of an uppermost edge of each said lower joist board or lower roof rafter. A gap between the lowermost edge and every lower joist board or roof rafter accommodates ducts, wiring, and plumbing. Each upper joist board or roof rafter is staggered in plan view relative to the lower joist boards or roof rafters.

Adjustable Tension Tie

A connection is provided where a connector can act as a holdown or tension tie and transfer tension, uplift, or lateral load between an anchored member and an anchoring member. The connector is used in combination with separate anchor and fasteners. The anchor may be tied to a concrete foundation, another connector of the same type, a wood framing member, or structural member of a similar type, or other supporting or anchoring members. 1. A connection that is part of a building structure , between an anchored member and an anchoring member made with a connector , one or more separate anchors and one or more separate fasteners , the connection comprising:a. the anchored member, having an attachment face;b. the anchoring member disposed in relatively close association with the anchored member and having an anchoring face;c. the one or more separate anchors penetrating and anchored in the anchoring member;d. the one or more separate fasteners penetrating and anchored in the anchored member;e. the connector having a seat member and a back member disposed at an angle to the seat member with the back member connected to the seat member at a lateral juncture, and the seat member has an end edge opposed from the lateral juncture and the seat member has opposed side edges running between the lateral juncture and the end edge, and the back member has an end edge opposed from the lateral juncture and the back member has opposed side edges running between the lateral juncture and the end edge, and wherein the seat member receives and is connected to the one or more separate anchors and the back member receives and is connected to the one or more separate fasteners; wherein,f. the seat member has one or more openings for receiving the one or more separate anchors and the end edge of the seat member if formed with an upturned flange; andg. one embossment is provided in the back member that extends into the seat member.2. The connection of claim 1 , wherein:the one or more anchors ...

ADJUSTABLE JOIST HANGER

An adjustable joist hanger including a mounting foot having a substantially planar lower abutment surface, the mounting foot having at least one attachment opening to attach the mounting foot relative to a surface and at least one, at least partially threaded member extending therefrom, a substantially U-shaped joist carrier adapted to receive a portion of a joist and mounted for movement relative to the at least one, at least partially threaded member and an adjustment mechanism for adjusting the joist carrier relative to the mounting foot. 1. An adjustable joist hanger including a mounting foot having a substantially planar lower abutment surface , the mounting foot having at least one attachment opening to attach the mounting foot relative to a surface and at least one , at least partially threaded member extending therefrom , a substantially U-shaped joist carrier adapted to receive a portion of a joist and mounted for movement relative to the at least one , at least partially threaded member and an adjustment mechanism for adjusting the joist carrier relative to the mounting foot.2. An adjustable joist hanger as claimed in including a mounting foot including a body with a substantially planar lower abutment surface claim 1 , at least one attachment opening to attach the mounting foot relative to a surface claim 1 , at least one opening therethrough with a shaped periphery in order to allow passage of an at least partially threaded member therethrough but prevent passage of an enlarged head member of the threaded member claim 1 , the shaped periphery such that the enlarged head member is recessed within the shaped periphery so as not to interrupt the substantially planar lower abutment surface and at least one attachment portion to allow attachment of the mounting foot relative to a surface.3. An adjustable joist hanger as claimed in wherein the shaped periphery is provided as a recess in or into an underside of the mounting foot claim 1 , about the opening ...

A construction system

A construction system for a wall or floor or roof uses a set of studs having panel engagement features protruding from opposed edges of the stud. Panel elements having apertures receive these features so that they protrude through the panel element apertures. Retainers engage the panel engagement features and press against an outside surface of a panel element and towards the studs with a compression force to form a compression joint. There may be rails to form a mesh with the studs, and the panel elements may not be wide enough to abut each other, narrow panel elements providing sufficient structural strength in combination with the compression joints and the studs.

GLUED BEAM, FASTENING ANCHOR FOR THE GLUED BEAM, AND JOINT CONNECTION OF GLUED BEAMS

The invention is related to the wooden house construction, especially to the glued beam assembly and anchor, as a component of a nodal connection, a nodal connection of glued beams, and possibly be used in building various-purpose wooden constructions, as well as in furniture manufacturing. 1. A construction kit comprising , when assembled , a plurality of coupled glued beams , wherein each beam comprises a plurality of glued component pieces and is mechanically processed along its perimeter , having a plastic tube placed inside a recession of the beam along its entire length or just a part of it.2. The construction kit of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the glued beams comprises a plastic tube glued into the recession of the glued beam.3. The construction kit of claim 2 , wherein the recession of the glued beam is placed along or across the glued beam claim 2 , or at an angle with respect to the lateral axis of the beam.4. The construction kit of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the glued beams comprises a plastic tube that is screwed into the beam by self-threading.5. The construction kit of claim 1 , wherein at least of one of the glued beams comprises a plastic tube material made from PVC claim 1 , polypropylene claim 1 , polyethylene or composite materials.6. The construction kit of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the glued beams comprises a plastic tube with an internal thread to fasten to a connecting component by a bolt.7. The construction kit of claim 1 , further comprising a nodal connection of at least two glued beams claim 1 , with one of its ends abutting a connecting component or several of them claim 1 , by having at least one of those connecting components fastened within the plastic tube claim 1 , which is inside of at least one of the glued beams along its entire length or part of it. The present application relates to and claims priority of PCT/RU2014/000507, filed on Jul. 9, 2014 which claims priority to RU 2014111631, filed Mar. 26, 2014, ...

Hinged Building Shrinkage Compensation Device

A device for compensating for the natural shrinkage of building materials includes one or more gear members mounted on a base plate. A fastener extends through a hole in the base plate and axially fixed relative to the gear member. The gear member is engaged with teeth in the base plate and rotatable relative to the fastener. The axis of rotation of the gear member is not aligned with its central axis. The base plate can be securely fastened to a first building member with the fastener axially fixed relative to a second building member but not axially fixed relative to the base plate and first building member. 1. A building shrinkage compensation device , comprising:a base defining an intermediate hole laterally between opposite ends and a plurality of teeth laterally spaced from one another;an elongate fastener extending axially through the hole;a locking member mounted on the base plate with edge portions engaged with teeth in the base plate, whereinthe locking member is axially fixed relative to the fastener.2. The building shrinkage compensation device of claim 1 , wherein the locking member comprises at least one gear member with a plurality of teeth circumscribing an outer periphery and configured to engage with the teeth in the base plate.3. The building shrinkage compensation device of claim 2 , wherein the at least one gear member is axially fixed and rotationally pivotable relative to the fastener.4. A building shrinkage compensation device claim 2 , comprising:a base plate defining an intermediate hole laterally between opposite ends and a plurality of teeth laterally spaced from one another;an elongate fastener extending axially through the hole; andat least one gear member with a plurality of teeth circumscribing an outer periphery and configured to engage with the teeth in the base plate,wherein the gear member is axially fixed and rotationally pivotable relative to the fastener. This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser ...

Prefabricated module for a pitched roof element and pitched roof element for a building roof

The present disclosure relates to a prefabricated module for a pitched roof element comprising a frame made of at least two first beams being arranged in a distance and running parallel to each other and two second beams running rectangular to the first beams and being connected to the ends of the first beams forming a compartment into which a first layer of an insulation is inserted and a pitched roof element for a building roof made of at least two modules, each comprising a frame made of at least first beams being arranged in a distance and running parallel to each other and two second beams running rectangular to the first beams and being connected to the ends of the first beams forming a compartment into which a first layer of an insulation is inserted.

CONSTRUCTION SPACERS AND METHOD

One possible embodiment of the invention could be a construction spacer for holding boards in a parallel and spaced-apart manner comprising a Y-shaped base having a first and second base ends, the first base end forming a C-shaped aperture; a pair of spaced apart J-shaped attachment arms that perpendicularly attaches to the first base end and further forms hook portions that together can hold a first board; a pair of lateral support arms that extends outward from the first body end; an L-shaped attachment arm that perpendicularly attaches to the second base end and forms a catch that can hold a second board parallel to the first board, wherein the C-shaped aperture can accept a second base end of another construction spacer to allow a plurality of construction spacers to be connected together in tandem order. 2. The construction spacer of wherein the hook portion comprises of a strip base and a strip tip claim 1 , the strip base is perpendicularly connected to a non-hook portion of the respective second strip end claim 1 , the strip base further perpendicularly attaches to the strip tip to hold the strip tip apart from and parallel to the non-hook portion.3. The construction spacer of wherein a pair of J-shaped attachment arms of the first construction spacer are in a spaced-apart manner that allows the pair of J-shaped attachment arms to straddle a Y-shaped body from the second construction spacer.4. The construction spacer of wherein the spaced-apart manner of the pair of J-shaped attachment arms of the first construction spacer allows the pair of J-shaped attachment arms to straddle a catch from the second construction spacer.5. The construction spacer of wherein the first base end is larger than the second base end claim 1 , the first base end further being triangular in shape.6. The construction spacer of wherein the first base end has spaced-apart support extensions claim 1 , the support extensions further defining the C-shaped aperture.7. The construction ...

FIRE BARRIER BUILDING PRODUCT AND METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MAKING SAME

Methods and processes for depositing a fire resistant barrier on a construction material involve coating exposed webbing of, for instance, an I-joist with a fire-resistant material using a wetting layer and a thickening layer. A time period between depositing the wetting layer and thickening layer is controlled to facilitate complete wetting of the exposed webbing. Filler such as fiberglass may be included in the thickening layer. The wetting and thickening layers may be deposited on the webbing in the same application. The construction material, such as the I-joist, may then be subjected to a curing treatment and additional curing period followed by coating the second side using a similar methodology. 1. A method for coating an I-joist with a fire resistant coating , comprising the steps of:conveying an I-joist past a first delivery unit comprising at least one delivery orifice;delivering a first coating of a cementitious material on a first side of a web of the I-joist using the delivery orifice;curing the first coating;rotating the I-joist to expose a second side of the web of the I-joist;conveying the I-joist past the first delivery unit such that the second side of the web faces the delivery orifice;delivering a second coating of a cementitious material on the second side of the web using the delivery orifice; andcuring the second coating,wherein the I-joist is conveyed so that a time between depositing the first coating on a portion of the web and curing the first coating is sufficient for the first coating to flow and even out; andwherein the I-joist is conveyed so that a time between depositing the second coating on a portion of the web and curing the second coating is sufficient for the second coating to flow and even out.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the time between depositing the first coating on a portion of the web and initiating curing of the same portion of the web is about 3 to about 7 seconds.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the time between ...

BRACKET AND PERGOLA SYSTEM

The invention is related to methods and pergola systems comprising a plurality of pergola components, a plurality of pergola brackets that engage with the pergola components and allow for the pergola components to attach to a building at a range of angles with respect to the pergola bracket. 1. A pergola system comprising:a plurality of pergola components;a plurality of pergola brackets that engage with the pergola components and allow for the pergola components to attach to a building at a range of angles with respect to the pergola bracket.2. The pergola system of further comprising a common ledger to which the plurality of pergola brackets engage.3. The pergola system of wherein the plurality of pergola brackets are fixedly attached to the common ledger.4. The pergola system of claim 1 , wherein the pergola components have a curved engaging end.5. The pergola system of wherein the pergola brackets have semicircular perimeter edges.6. The pergola system of wherein the pergola components have a curved engaging edge that substantially matches a curve of the semicircular perimeter edges.7. The pergola system of wherein a leading edge of the pergola components fits between two sides of the pergola bracket.8. The pergola system of wherein a component through hole in the pergola components aligns with a respective first and second bracket through hole such that a fastener may be inserted through the first bracket through hole claim 1 , the component through hole claim 1 , and the second bracket through hole to retain the pergola component engaged within the pergola bracket.9. The pergola system of wherein the fastener is a bolt and nut.10. The pergola system of wherein the plurality of pergola brackets are fixedly attached to the common ledger through fasteners fastened through one or more base through holes in each pergola bracket claim 1 , but where one or more additional base through holes in each pergola bracket are free from fastener claim 1 , allowing the common ...

MODULAR STRUCTURAL PANEL AND ASSEMBLY COMPRISING SUCH PANELS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A BUILDING

The present invention relates to a modular structural panel intended to form part of an inner or outer wall of a building, the structural panel including two façade panels parallel to each other. Both façade panels are connected by at least one first strut extending along a first direction of the structural panel and by a set of second struts extending along a second direction, perpendicular to the first direction, the second struts protruding from an edge of the structural panel by a distance D and the at least one first strut extending in a recessed manner from the opposed edge of the structural panel by a distance D′ at least equal to the distance D, in order to allow the protruding parts of the adjacent panel in the building to be nested within the intermediary space between this first strut and the close edge of the structural panel. 1. A modular structural panel intended to form part of an inner or outer wall of a building , the structural panel comprising two façade panels parallel to each other , both façade panels being connected by at least one first strut extending along a first direction of the structural panel and by a set of second struts extending along a second direction , perpendicular to the first direction , wherein the second struts protrude from an edge of the structural panel by a distance D and the at least one first strut extends in a recessed manner from the opposed edge of the structural panel by a distance D′ at least equal to the distance D , in order to allow the protruding parts of the adjacent panel in the building to be nested within the intermediary space between this first strut and the close edge of the structural panel.2. The modular structural panel according to claim 1 , comprising a single first strut claim 1 , which forms a vertical upright of the structural panel in mounting position and is arranged at a distance D from the closest edge of the structural panel claim 1 , the set of second struts constituting horizontal cross- ...

LIGHT WEIGHT MODULAR UNITS FOR STAGGERED STACKED BUILDING SYSTEM

Manufactured modular units for the creation of multistory buildings are staggered stacked so as to create “bonus spaces” between units. Several lighter weight structural versions are presented. The first is a wood frame or cold rolled shape light gauge metal framed modular unit. The second version uses cross laminated timber panels to create the modular unit. The third version uses hot rolled steel shapes for the structure of the modular unit to be staggered stacked. These lighter weight modular units have many advantages. They are more easily transported and craned into position. Seismic forces are decreased. Less modular unit weight also allows for greater unit area. Thus, fewer units need to be transported and fewer units need to be craned. Also, a larger unit area and larger “bonus” area allows for more flexible space planning. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. A building , comprising:a roof deck having a top side, a first vertical side, and a second vertical side laterally opposite said first vertical side of said roof deck; a vertical side, said first vertical side of said roof deck extending beyond said vertical side of said first longitudinal roof beam; and', 'a vertical dimension of said vertical side of said first longitudinal roof beam;, 'a first longitudinal roof beam attached to said roof deck, said first longitudinal roof beam comprising a vertical side, said second vertical side of said roof deck extending beyond said vertical side of said second longitudinal roof beam; and', 'a vertical dimension of said vertical side of said second longitudinal roof beam;, 'a second longitudinal roof beam attached to said roof deck, said second longitudinal roof beam comprisinga first transverse beam connected to said roof deck, said first longitudinal roof beam, and said second longitudinal roof beam;a floor deck having a top side, a first vertical side, and a second vertical side laterally opposite said first vertical side of said floor deck; ...

Post Installation Bracket

A post installation bracket for installing posts on a base such as a concrete slab is provided. The post installation bracket includes a leveling plate with at least one leveling element and an anchoring bolt securing assembly configured to securely receive a first end of an anchoring bolt, a second end of the anchoring bolt distal to the first end securely anchored into the base. The post installation bracket further includes at least one leveling bolt securely fastened to each of the at least one leveling elements, the at least one leveling bolt used to position the leveling plate and post with respect to the base. 1. A post installation bracket comprising:a leveling plate including at least one leveling element an anchoring bolt securing assembly configured to receive a first end of an anchoring bolt; andat least one leveling bolt securely fastened to each of the at least one leveling elements, the at least one leveling bolt used to position the leveling plate with respect to a base while a base of a post is positioned on the leveling plate.2. The post installation bracket of claim 1 , wherein the at least one leveling bolt provides upward force to the base of the post to secure the post.3. The post installation bracket of claim 1 , wherein the leveling plate further includes at least one pilot hole for securing the leveling plate to the base of the post.4. The post installation bracket of claim 1 , wherein the anchoring bolt securing assembly includes threads for engaging with the anchoring bolt.5. The post installation bracket of claim 1 , wherein the anchoring bolt securing assembly includes a nut attached to the top of the leveling plate.6. The post installation bracket of claim 1 , wherein a second end of the anchoring bolt distal to the first end is securely anchored into the base.7. The post installation bracket of claim 1 , wherein the post is a cylindrical post.8. The post installation bracket of claim 1 , further comprising:one or more bracket ...

HOLLOW CONNECTOR SLEEVE WITH INTERLOCKING COMPONENTS

An apparatus, in one embodiment, includes a hollow connector sleeve having a rectangular opening comprising an interior surface configured to slide over and to conformingly receive a portion of a wooden beam that acts as a support shaft and has a cross-section selected from rectangular and square. The apparatus includes one or more exterior mounting panels and multiple male flanges, where each male flange has a planar rectangular block at a distal end of rectangular connecting shaft that connects to the one or more exterior mounting panels, and where each male flange is configured to be slidably received into an open end of a corresponding female slot. A system and method implement the apparatus and may include an attachment that detachably couples to the hollow connector sleeve. 1. An apparatus comprising: a rectangular opening comprising an interior surface configured to slide over and to conformingly receive a portion of a wooden beam that acts as a support shaft and has a cross-section selected from rectangular and square;', 'one or more exterior mounting panels; and', 'a plurality of interlocking components comprising male flanges, wherein each male flange has a planar rectangular block at a distal end of a rectangular connecting shaft that connects to the one or more exterior mounting panels, and wherein each male flange is configured to be slidably received into an open end of a corresponding female slot., 'a hollow connector sleeve having2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the wooden beam is selected from a 2×4 and a 4×4.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hollow connector sleeve comprises two semi-sleeves that can be affixed together around the portion of the wooden beam.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hollow connector sleeve further comprises at least one anchoring mechanism for anchoring the hollow connector sleeve to the wooden beam.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hollow connector sleeve is constructed of a semi-rigid durable ...

MODIFIED FOAM WALL STRUCTURES WITH HIGH RACKING STRENGTH AND METHODS FOR THEIR MANUFACTURE

Modified and connected foam wall structures and methods for making them are described. The wall structures include a frame, a foam panel attached to the frame, a foam layer disposed in a cavity defined by the frame, and a structural adhesive. The structural adhesive may be disposed in at least one of: (A) an aperture located within the foam layer, and (B) an aperture located between the foam layer and a frame member. In some cases, a cured structural adhesive is located between connecting members of adjacent foam wall structures. 1. A foam wall structure comprising: (i) a first member;', '(ii) a second member spaced apart from the first member; and', '(iii) connecting members extending between the first member and the second member, wherein the first member, the second member, and the connecting members each comprise a front surface and a rear surface that form a front frame surface and a rear frame surface;, '(a) frame members comprising (i) the foam panel overlies the front frame surface; and', '(ii) the foam panel, the first member, the second member, and the connecting members define a cavity;, '(b) a foam panel attached to the front frame surface, wherein(c) a foam layer disposed within the cavity and adhered to the foam panel, and (i) an aperture located within the foam layer, and', '(i) an aperture located between the foam layer and a frame member,, '(d) a cured structural adhesive disposed in at least one ofwherein the cured structural adhesive is the cured product of a high solids-containing chemically-curing polymeric structural adhesive composition.2. The foam wall structure of claim 1 , wherein the foam panel polyisocyanurate foam. expanded polystyrene foam claim 1 , or extruded polystyrene foam.3. The foam wall structure of claim 1 , wherein the foam panel has a thickness of no more than 2 inches.4. The foam wall structure of claim 1 , wherein the foam panel comprises a facer material on the rear face and/or the front face of the foam and wherein the ...

METHOD OF FRAMING AND CONSTRUCTING A BUILDING STRUCTURE AND WALLS AND PANELS FOR USE IN SUCH CONSTRUCTION

The invention is a building wall and a method of framing and constructing a building structure such as a dwelling or commercial building, and more particularly a method utilizing engineered, prefabricated panels having insulating qualities and having grooves and channels therein to aid in the framing of the walls, ceiling and floor of the building. The present invention also relates to a building wall assembled according to the method of the present invention. The present invention also relates to a novel insulated panel for use in framing and constructing a building wall for a commercial or residential structure. 1. A method of constructing a horizontal wall upon a floor assembly surface , the method comprising the steps of:a. providing a series of framing members each having a length, a width, and a depth;b. providing an insulated panel comprising an exterior surface, an interior surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, and recessed framing channels for receiving and pre-positioning said framing members, said framing channels being located on the exterior surface of said insulated panel and being recessed inward from the exterior surface of said insulated panel, said framing channel having a length, a width, and a depth complimentary to the length, the width, and the depth of said framing members;c. inserting the framing members into the framing channels;d. joining the framing members to the insulated panel; ande. elevating the panel such that the vertical framing members are substantially perpendicular to the horizontal flooring surface, and the horizontal framing members are substantially parallel to the horizontal flooring surface.2. The method of wherein the step of joining the framing members to the insulated panel comprises the steps of:a. providing an adhesive suitable for securing said framing members within the framing channels; andb. allowing the adhesive to set-up such that said framing members are secured within said framing channels.3. The method of ...

Concealed Post Tie

An elongated connector is provided for connecting first and second structural members, the elongated connector is received in the first and second structural members and is connected to structural members with first and second lateral fasteners with the connector and the fastener being substantially hidden from view.

Construction Method to Reinforce Masonry Walls with Wood

This disclosure relates to masonry construction of residential houses using prefabricated masonry panels or blocks, such as Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) panels or Concrete Masonry Units (CMU). Unlike existing masonry construction methods, this masonry structure is reinforced by common wood studs as join keys. All wood studs are individually strap-tied directly to the foundation and horizontally bound together to form a network of cells enclosing masonry blocks throughout the entire building. Considerations are given to prevent wood studs absorbing moisture from masonry material. 1. A tie-down method in house construction that anchors an entire building to an array of Ω-shaped metal rails , which are embedded in the foundation concrete during pouring with the upper portion exposed as rings on the foundation top surface , and further comprising a method that ties the wood studs of walls and floor joists of the building directly to the exposed part of metal rails using metal connecting straps and their required nails and bolts.2. The method in wherein said Ω-shaped rails are made from construction steel rebar.3. A masonry wall construction method that reinforces stack-bound masonry blocks with wood studs as join keys claim 1 , and further comprising:a. a method that connects common wood building components, such as wood stud walls, windows, doors, lintels, floor joists, etc., to said masonry wall by anchoring on said wood stud keys, andb. a horizontal band or the roof wall band, named the top rail in drawings, that is made of either steel rebar or wood studs connected by metal straps, and circulates said house wall structure and straps together said stud keys and hence said blocks.4. The method in wherein said masonry block has four sides: exterior claim 3 , interior claim 3 , left and right side claim 3 , and two surfaces claim 3 , top and bottom surface claim 3 , and the block shape further comprising claim 3 ,{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00003', 'claim 3'}, 'a ...

REINFORCEMENT DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONSTRUCTING AND REINFORCING THE FOUNDATION OF A STRUCTURE

The present disclosure relates to reinforcement devices, systems and methods for use in constructing new structures, including post frame structures. Specifically, the present disclosure relates to reinforcement devices, systems and methods for replacing traditional wood and/or precast concrete columns utilized in building a new construction foundation, with a height adjustable foundation column assembly constructed from a corrosion resistant material. The present disclosure also relates to reinforcement devices, systems and methods useful for reinforcing existing post frame structures, particularly those with framing elements requiring repair. 1. A reinforcement device for constructing and supporting a foundation for a structure , the device comprising:a column body having a top and a bottom and an interior space;a bracket having a base secured to the top of the column body; a rod with an outer threaded surface passing through an opening in the base of the bracket;', 'a guide tube extending vertically from an undersurface of the base into the interior space of the column body; and,', 'an extension rod extending upward through the interior space of the column body and into an interior of the guide tube, wherein the rod enters the interior of the guide tube for engagement with the extension rod to vertically move the column body and bracket between any desired height; and,, 'a height adjustment mechanism includinga stabilizer pad secured to an end of the extension rod opposite the top of the column body.2. The reinforcement device of claim 1 , wherein the bracket comprises at least one upright arm connected to a horizontal plate forming the base.3. The reinforcement device of claim 1 , wherein the bracket comprises at least two opposing upright arms connected together by the base.4. The reinforcement device of claim 3 , wherein the bracket further includes a vertical back plate extending downward from the base and connecting the opposing arms.5. The reinforcement ...

HANGER FOR FIRE SEPARATION WALL

A hanger for connecting a structural component to a wall that can have sheathing mounted thereon either before or after the hanger is connected to the wall. The hanger includes a channel-shaped portion configured to receive the structural component. An extension portion extends from the channel-shaped portion and is configured to extend through the sheathing to engage the wall at a first location. A connection portion is configured for attachment to the wall at a second location spaced from the first location. 1. A hanger for connecting a structural component to a wall adapted to have sheathing mounted thereon , the hanger comprising:a channel-shaped portion configured to receive the structural component;an extension portion extending from the channel-shaped portion and configured to extend through the sheathing to engage the wall at a first location; anda connection portion configured for attachment to the wall at a second location spaced from the first location.2. A hanger as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the channel-shaped portion is disposed with respect to the extension portion to mount the structural component generally orthogonal to the wall.3. A hanger as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the channel-shaped portion is disposed with respect to the extension portion to mount the structural component at a non-orthogonal angle relative to the wall.4. A hanger as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the extension portion includes extension flanges extending from the channel-shaped portion claim 1 , each of the extension flanges being configured to extend through the sheathing.5. A hanger as set forth in claim 4 , wherein the extension flanges are configured to engage each other along a juncture positioned within the sheathing.6. A hanger as set forth in claim 4 , wherein each of the extension flanges includes a driving point configured to be inserted into the sheathing.7. A hanger as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the connection portion includes connector tabs configured ...

ADJUSTABLE TIE ASSEMBLY FOR STRUCTURAL MEMBERS

In an embodiment, an assembly includes a first plate comprising a first primary portion and a first flange disposed orthogonally to the first primary portion. The first primary portion is configured to contact a first structural member and the first flange defining a first through hole. A second plate comprises a second primary portion and a second flange disposed orthogonally to the second primary portion. The second primary portion is configured to contact a second structural member and the second flange defines a second through hole. A cover receives the first and second flanges. A bolt is received through the first through hole, and tightening the bolt tends to draw the second plate towards the first plate. 111-. (canceled)12. A tie assembly , comprising:a first tie plate comprising a first mounting portion and a first flange disposed orthogonally to the first mounting portion, the first mounting portion defining at least one first mounting hole, the first flange defining a first through hole having threads;a second tie plate comprising a second mounting portion and a second flange disposed orthogonally to the second mounting portion, the second mounting portion defining at least one second mounting hole, the second flange defining a second through hole;a cover receiving the first flange and the second flange and defining a third through hole; anda bolt having a shaft and a head, the shaft received by the first through hole, the second through hole, and the third through hole, the shaft including shaft threads in threaded engagement with the threads of the first through hole.13. The tie assembly of wherein the first and second tie plates are each L-shaped.14. The tie assembly of wherein the cover comprises a first cover flange extending in a first direction and configured to span a butt joint of a pair of structural members and a second cover flange extending in a second direction opposite the first direction and configured to span the butt joint.15. A post band ...

Timber Frame Structure With Arched Roof

A timber frame structure includes a plurality of support posts. A first mounting surface extends between a first pair of the plurality of support posts and a second mounting surface extends between a second pair of the plurality of support posts. A plurality of arches is mounted to the structure at the first mounting surface and the second mounting surface. Each of the plurality of arches is self-supporting and comprises a first curved rafter and a second curved rafter connected at a key beam. 1. A timber frame structure comprising:a plurality of support posts;a first mounting surface extending between a first pair of the plurality of support posts;a second mounting surface extending between a second pair of the plurality of support posts;a plurality of arches; andeach of the arches having a first end and a second end;wherein the first end of each of the plurality of arches are joined to the first mounting surface and the second end of each of the plurality of arches are joined to the second mounting surface.2. The timber frame structure of claim 1 , wherein the first mounting surface comprises a first support beam extending between the first pair of the plurality of support posts.3. The timber frame structure of claim 2 , wherein the second mounting surface comprises a second support beam extending between the second pair of the plurality of support posts.4. The timber frame structure of claim 1 , further comprising a key beam and wherein each of the plurality of arches comprises a first curved rafter and a second curved rafter claim 1 , wherein each of the first curved rafters comprises a first end joined to the key beam and each of the second curved rafters comprises a first end joined to the key beam.5. The timber frame structure of claim 4 , wherein the key beam is located at an apex of the plurality of arches.6. The timber frame structure of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of top planks mounted to the plurality of arches.7. The timber frame structure ...

Post and Panel Construction

An assembly for integrating an elongate structural member such as a post or a beam, and one or more panels is provided. The elongate structural member includes a notch defined within the elongate structural member. The notch includes a base surface and two side surfaces at opposite ends of the base surface. At least one of the side surfaces is tiered. The tiered side surface includes an inner portion and an outer portion that are substantially parallel to each other. The inner portion is substantially perpendicular and is adjacent to the base surface. The outer portion is offset from the inner portion and is positioned further away from the second side surface compared to the inner portion. A first panel is positioned within the notch and faces at least the base surface and the inner portion of the tiered surface. A second panel may be positioned within the notch.

MODULAR CONSTRUCTION SYSTEM AND METHOD

A system and method for constructing a modular frame structure is provided. The system includes brackets to which structural members can be fastened to form a building frame. Each bracket has between three and six attachment elements positioned at right angles to an adjacent attachment element. A structural member, such as a beam or post, can be fastened to each attachment element to form a moment resisting connection. The brackets are manufactured in standard sizes and configurations so that a set of brackets can be used to construct a modular frame structure of a desired size and configuration. 1. A bracket for constructing a modular frame structure , said bracket comprising at least three attachment elements including a first attachment element , a second attachment element , and a third attachment element ,wherein the first attachment element and the second attachment element collectively form an L-shaped plate having a first perimeter defined by a first plurality of straight edges, each straight edge within the first plurality of straight edges perpendicularly meeting two adjacent straight edges of the first plurality of straight edges, the third attachment element having a second perimeter defined by a second plurality of straight edges, each straight edge within the second plurality of straight edges perpendicularly meeting two adjacent straight edges of the second plurality of straight edges, wherein the third attachment element is secured perpendicularly to the L-shaped plate within the first perimeter, wherein each of the at least three attachment elements extend outward from a node such that each attachment element is positioned at an angle of approximately 90 degrees from an adjacent attachment element, and wherein each attachment element is configured such that a structural member can be fastened to the attachment element.2. The bracket of claim 1 , wherein each attachment element comprises a plate configured such that the plate can be inserted into a ...

Hanger with Positioning Tab

A connection is provided that utilizes a hanger having a seat member, side members connected to the seat member and back members connected to the side members. The seat member is formed with a connection tab. The connection tab can extend from the back of the seat member past the back flanges, or the connection tab can be bent at an angle to the seat member. The bent connection tab can be aligned with the back members. 1. A connection utilizing a joist hanger to hang a held framing member from a holding framing member in cooperation with a first plurality of fasteners , the connection comprising:a. the first plurality of fasteners;b. the holding framing member;c. the held framing member; and i. a left back plate member;', 'ii. a right back plate member;', 'iii. a left side member connected to the left back plate member;', 'iv. a right side member connected to the right back plate member; and', 'v. a planar seat member connecting the left side member to the right side member; wherein:, 'd the hanger supporting the held framing member and connected to the holding framing member by one or more of the first plurality of fasteners, the hanger includinge. the planar seat member is formed with a connection tab that extends either rearwardly in the plane of the seat member or can be bent to be disposed at an angle to the plane of the seat member.2. The connection of claim 1 , wherein:the connection tab extends rearwardly from the seat member past the left and right back flanges.3. The connection of claim 1 , wherein:the connection tab has a slotted opening at the interface between the planar seat member and the connection tab.4. The connection of claim 1 , wherein:a. the connection tab has a fastener opening, andb. the fastener opening receives a fastener of the first plurality of fasteners to connect the hanger to the holding support member.5. The connection of claim 1 , wherein:the planar seat member is aligned with a bottom face of the holding framing member.6. The ...

Concealed Joist Tie with Sloped Center Flange

A connection between a first, supporting structural member, such as a post or header, and a second, supported structural member such as a joist or rafter is provided, wherein the connection is made with a connector and fasteners, the use of which can be substantially hidden from view. The connector is designed to be inserted in a slotted opening in the second, structural member and to attach to a surface of the first, supporting structural member. 1. A connection between a first structural member and a second structural member made with a connector and one or more first fasteners and one or more second fasteners , the connection comprising:a. the first structural member having an attachment surface;b. the second structural member having an abutment surface disposed in close proximity to the attachment surface of the first structural member, the second structural member having a slotted opening in the abutment surface;c. the connector having a generally planar attachment web inserted in the slotted opening of the second structural member, the attachment web being defined by an outer edge and an oppositely disposed rear edge near the abutment surface of the second structural member, an upper bracketing edge and an oppositely disposed lower bracketing edge, the connector having one or more generally planar fastening flanges connected to the rear edge of the attachment web, the one or more fastening flanges being disposed generally parallel to the attachment surface of the first structural member and at an angle to the attachment web, the fastening flanges being connected to the rear edge of the attachment web by fastening flange bends that are substantially aligned with or closely adjacent to the rear edge of the attachment flange, the one or more fastening flanges being attached to the first structural member by the one or more first fasteners, the attachment web being attached to the second structural member by the one or more second fasteners; whereind. the lower ...

Integral truss plate connector

A connection is formed between a held member and a holding member with the use of a connector and one or more fasteners. In one aspect, the connector has a main body that has integral nail prong fasteners. In one aspect, the main body of the connector is attached to the held and holding members by means of double-shear fastening. In one aspect, the main body is formed with a bendable end flange to attach the connector to the holding member. In one aspect, the main body is formed with a nail guide for directing the fastener at an angle to the main body. 1. A connection comprising:a. a held member having an end face and one or more longitudinal faces meeting said end face at one or more longitudinal edges of said end face;b. a holding member, having an attachment face with the end face of the held member in abutting relation to the attachment face of the holding member;c. a connector, having a main body attached to a longitudinal face of the held member, the main body having integral nail prong fasteners that are embedded in the held member such that the connector is attached to the held member;d. a fastener, having a shank, the shank of the fastener passing through the main body of the connector, and also through the held member, such that a portion of the shank of the fastener is embedded in the holding member.2. The connection of claim 1 , wherein:the connector is formed with a planar end flange connected to the main body, the end flange being disposed parallel to the end face of the held member and orthogonal to the main body, such that the end flange interfaces with the attachment face of the holding member, and the end flange is connected to the holding member by one or more fasteners driven through the end flange and into the holding member.3. The connection of claim 1 , wherein:the main body also has a nail guide, the nail guide having a guide way protruding from the main body of the connector and a fastener opening associated with the guide way, and the shank ...

CROSS-LAMINATED TIMBER AND COLD FORMED STEEL CONNECTOR AND SYSTEM

A cross-laminated timber (CLT) and cold formed steel (CFS) connector and system is provided. The CLT and CFS connector comprises a track, at least one fastener, and at least one spring. The track is configured to connect to at least one CFS stud. The at least one fastener includes a head and shaft. The at least one fastener is configured to connect the track to a CLT panel. The at least one spring is configured to receive the shaft of the fastener and compress between the head of the fastener and the track. Methods of installing the CLT and CFS connector and system are also provided. 1. A cross-laminated timber and cold formed steel system comprising:a cross-laminated timber panel;at least one cold formed steel stud;a track configured to connect to the at least one cold formed steel stud;at least one fastener including a head and a shaft, the at least one fastener configured to connect the track to the cross-laminated timber panel; and,at least one spring configured to receive the shaft and compress between the head and the track.2. The cross-laminated timber and cold formed steel system of wherein the track is made from cold formed steel.3. The cross-laminated timber and cold formed steel system of wherein the track is U-shaped.4. The cross-laminated timber and cold formed steel system of further comprising a spacer configured to nest within the cross-laminated timber panel.5. The cross-laminated timber and cold formed steel system of wherein the spacer is made from steel.6. The cross-laminated timber and cold formed steel system of wherein the spacer is made from precast concrete.7. A cross-laminated timber and cold formed steel system of further including:at least one second cold formed steel stud;a second track configured to connect to the at least one second cold formed steel stud; and,at least one second fastener configured to connect the second track to a second side of the cross-laminated timber panel.8. A building structure comprising:a plurality of cross- ...

HYDRAULIC EXPANDABLE CONNECTOR

A hydraulic expandable connector for taking up a slack in a tie rod in a hold-down system includes an inner cylindrical body disposed within an outer cylindrical body; a first actuation spring operably attached to the inner cylindrical body and the outer cylindrical body to urge relative motion between the inner cylindrical body and the outer cylindrical body such that the connector expands axially to take up the slack; a first chamber and a second chamber disposed between an outer wall surface of the inner cylindrical body and an inner wall surface of the outer cylindrical body; a first passageway communicating between the first chamber and the second chamber; and a valve operably disposed in the first passageway in an open position when the connector expands and a closed position when the connector is subjected to an axial load. 1. A hydraulic expandable connector for taking up a slack in a tie rod in a hold-down system , comprising:a) an inner cylindrical body disposed within an outer cylindrical body;b) a first actuation spring operably attached to the inner cylindrical body and the outer cylindrical body to urge relative motion between the inner cylindrical body and the outer cylindrical body such that the connector expands axially to take up the slack;c) a first chamber and a second chamber disposed between an outer wall surface of the inner cylindrical body and an inner wall surface of the outer cylindrical body;d) a first passageway communicating between the first chamber and the second chamber; ande) a valve operably disposed in the first passageway, the valve having a closed position and an open position, the valve is in the open position when the connector expands to allow fluid from the first chamber to flow to the second chamber, the valve is in the closed position when the connector is subjected to an axial load to pressurize the fluid in the second chamber and absorb the load.2. The hydraulic expandable connector as in claim 1 , wherein the valve ...

BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION METHOD FOR SAME

A building and construction method include improved workability not causing variation in quality of buildings, by easily joining materials without special processing by forming mortises. A wooden building constructed by fitting horizontal and vertical members includes lower frames, first upper frames, second upper frames, and side joists as horizontal members; and pillars as vertical members, wherein the lower, first upper and second upper frames, and side joists include mortises at part of the lower, first upper and second upper frames, and side joists in longitudinal direction, the first upper frames include an entire length recessed groove in longitudinal direction, the second upper frames include an entire length protrusion in longitudinal direction, the mortises at the lower frames and the first upper frames are through holes, and the pillars include protrusions at both ends, fitting into the mortises at the lower, first upper and second upper frames, and side joists. 1. A wooden building constructed by fitting horizontal members and vertical members , comprising:lower frames, first upper frames, second upper frames, and side joists as the horizontal members; andpillars as the vertical members,wherein the lower frames, the first upper frames, the second upper frames, and the side joists are provided with mortises at least at a part of the lower frames, the first upper frames, the second upper frames, and the side joists in longitudinal direction,the first upper frames are provided with a recessed groove over entire length in longitudinal direction,the second upper frames are provided with a protrusion over entire length in longitudinal direction,the mortises provided at the lower frames and the first upper frames are through holes, andthe pillars are provided with protrusions at both ends, which can be fitted into the mortises provided at the lower frames, the first upper frames, the second upper frames, and the side joists.2. The building according to claim 1 ...

MODULAR BUILDING STRUCTURE

A building structure () which, in its assembled form, defines a polyhedral framework having an irregular hexagonal base (), a regular hexagonal top () and a number of supports () which are interposed between the top () and the base () and which, in use, support the top () on the base (). The building structure () can be assembled from a kit of parts comprising a number of common components and without the need for skilled labour or specialist tools in its construction. 1. A building structure comprising:a polyhedral framework comprising an irregular hexagonal base, a regular hexagonal top and a plurality of supports for connecting the base to the top.2. The building structure of claim 1 , wherein the building structure comprises a a modular building structure.3. The building structure of claim 1 , wherein the base is configured so that three sides of the base are a first length and three sides of the base are a second length.4. The building structure of claim 3 , wherein the second length is different from the first length.5. The building structure of any preceding claim claim 3 , wherein the plurality of supports comprises a first support.6. The building structure of claim 5 , wherein the first support is disposed between the base and the top and defines a side of the building structure.7. The building structure of claim 6 , wherein the first support is configured to define a rectangular shaped side of the building structure.8. The building structure of claim 7 , wherein the first support defines the rectangular shaped side of the building structure when coupled to the base.9. The building structure of claim 7 , wherein the first support itself defines the rectangular shaped side of the building structure.10. The building structure of any one of to claim 7 , wherein the building structure comprises a plurality of the first supports.11. The building structure of claim 10 , wherein the building structure comprises three of the first supports.12. The building ...

MODULAR BUILDING STRUCTURE

A connector that has a frame and a complementary column affixing pressure plate for coupling to the frame. The frame and the complementary column affixing pressure plate together forming a hollow body. The hollow body having a top end having an opening, a bottom end and side faces. The frame and complementary column affixing pressure plate having complementary apertures for receiving fasteners for affixing a column receivable within the hollow body from the top end. A joist plate coupled to the frame and a joist affixing pressure plate adapted for coupling to the joist plate. The joist plate and the joist affixing pressure plate having complementary apertures for receiving fasteners for affixing a joist. The connector can be used in construction of modular building and units. 1. A connector , comprising:a frame and a complementary column affixing pressure plate for coupling to the frame, the frame and the complementary column affixing pressure plate together forming a hollow body, the hollow body having a top end having an opening, a bottom end and side faces; the frame and complementary column affixing pressure plate having complementary apertures for receiving fasteners for affixing a column receivable within the hollow body from the top end;a joist plate coupled to the frame and a joist affixing pressure plate adapted for coupling to the joist plate, the joist plate and the joist affixing pressure plate having complementary apertures for receiving fasteners for affixing a joist.2. The connector according to claim 1 , wherein the joist plate and the joist affixing pressure plate have a generally U-shaped cross-section.3. The connector according to claim 1 , wherein the frame and a pair of joist plates together have a generally W-shaped cross-section.4. The connector according to claim 1 , wherein the joist affixing pressure plates have a toothed face.5. The connector according to claim 1 , further comprising a reinforcing rib engaging the side faces of the frame ...

Non-metallic joist hanger

A non-metallic joist hanger including a substantially U-shaped receiving channel defined by a pair of spaced apart side wall flanges and a base wall to receive a portion of a joist, an attachment flange extending transversely from each of the spaced apart side walls to attach to a transverse beam, and an arcuate bracing structure extending between each side wall and the adjacent attachment flange.

CONSTRUCTION OF THE PREFABRICATED COLUMN AND BEAM TYPE

A system of construction that performs advanced prefabrication of columns—beams type structure of buildings, prefabrication which results industrialization of this type of construction. The main development that allows this achievement in the same technical conditions, even better conditions than in the conventional system, is the massive use of braces as well vertically as horizontally. Such a building system is of special interest in areas where seismic risk is high because the building is very lightweight, constituted of a set of structurally self-sufficient units, heavily triangulated and therefore hardly deformable, all these at an affordable cost. 1. A method for construction of a building structure , comprising: 'a plurality of starting bars or a connector assembly along at least one end portion of each of the column and beam;', 'wherein each column and beam of the plurality of columns and beams, comprise,'}, 'prefabricating a plurality of columns and beams, and a plurality of braces, at a factory site,'} assembling a peripheral junction by connecting the columns to adjacent beams, and the plurality of braces to adjacent beams,', 'assembling a central junction of reinforced concrete, at an intersection between columns and beams along the respective end portions thereof with the plurality of starting bars or the connector assembly, the central junction comprises a plurality of prefabricated metallic frames or connection blocks for reinforcement of the central junction, the prefabricated metallic frames to be welded with the starting bars of the beams, or the connector assembly to be connected with the connection blocks, while the columns bottoms with respective starting bars respective ends thereof or the columns bottoms with the connector assembly to be connected with the connection blocks for assembling with a foundation or with the columns of a lower floor of the building, and', 'pouring concrete in the central junctions and along the bottom of the columns ...

REINFORCED BUILDING WALL

A reinforced building wall comprises a foundation; an anchor rod extending from the foundation; a first stud wall disposed above the foundation, the first stud wall including a first bottom plate and a first top place; a second stud wall disposed above the first stud wall, the second stud wall including a second bottom plate and a second top plate; the first tie rod including first and second threaded end portions, the first end portion is operably connected to the anchor rod; a second tie rod including third and fourth threaded end portions, the third end portion is operably connected to the second end portion of the first tie rod; the second tie rod including an outer end portion operably attached to the second stud wall; an intermediate portion of the first tie rod is unthreaded and comprises at least about 75% of the length of the first tie rod; and an intermediate portion of the second tie rod is unthreaded and comprises at least about 75% of the length of the second tie rod. 144-. (canceled)45. A reinforced building wall , comprising:a) a first stud wall including a bottom plate and a top plate;b) a first threaded rod extending through the bottom plate, the first threaded rod having first end operably anchored to a foundation and a second end;c) a first tie rod having a first end with a first threaded bore and a second end with a second threaded bore, the first tie rod including a hollow non-threaded portion extending between the first threaded bore and the second threaded bore, the first threaded bore is threaded to the second end of the first threaded rod;d) a second tie rod having a third end with a third threaded bore and fourth end with a fourth threaded bore, the second tie rod including a hollow non-threaded portion extending between the third threaded bore and the fourth threaded bore;e) a second threaded rod threaded to the second threaded bore and the third threaded bore to attach the first tie rod to the second tie rod; andf) a third threaded rod ...

Rack Construction Assembly

A rack construction assembly for building a storage rack includes a plurality of bracket units. Each of the bracket units has a plurality of channels therein to insertably receive dimensional lumber. Thus, the dimensional lumber is arranged to form a rack for storing objects. Each of the channels corresponding to each of the bracket units is oriented at right angles with respect to each other. Thus, the dimensional lumber corresponding to each of the channels defines an X axis, a Y axis and a Z axis of the rack. 1. A rack construction assembly for arranging a plurality of members into a rack for boring objects , said assembly comprising:a plurality of bracket units, each of said bracket units having a plurality of channels therein wherein each of said channels corresponding to each of said bracket units is configured to insertably receive dimensional lumber thereby facilitating the dimensional lumber to form a rack for storing objects, each of said channels corresponding to each of said bracket units being oriented at right angles with respect to each other wherein the dimensional lumber corresponding to each of said channels defines an X axis, a Y axis and a Z axis of the rack.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , further comprising each of said bracket units comprises a first sleeve having a first end claim 1 , a second end and an outer wall extending therebetween claim 1 , each of said first end and said second end being open to define said first channel extending through said first sleeve claim 1 , said outer wall having a top side.3. The assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said outer wall has a plurality of apertures extending into an interior of said first sleeve wherein each of said apertures is configured to insertably receive a fastener to engage the dimensional lumber thereby fastening said first sleeve to the dimensional lumber.4. The assembly according to claim 2 , wherein each of said bracket units includes a second sleeve having a first end claim ...

Universal mounting system

A universal mounting system can include: a mount, a bracket, and a panel. The mount includes a horizontal flange defining a first array of bores; a vertical flange extending below and substantially perpendicular to the horizontal flange and defining an outer broad face and a second array of bores across the outer broad face; a vertical capture channel arranged on the outer broad face; an upper threaded fastener captured by the vertical capture channel; and a lower threaded fastener captured by the vertical capture channel below the upper threaded fastener. The bracket includes a first slot and a second slot; and an upper receiver and a lower receiver offset below the upper receiver arranged perpendicular to the first and second slot. The bracket is configured to fasten to the upper threaded fastener via the first slot and to fasten to the lower threaded fastener via the second slot.

Box Head Connector

A connector is provided that minimizes the surface profile of a connection between a header and a vertical member. The portion of the connector that engages the side surface of the vertical member and the horizontal member has a notched section such that the connector does not over-lie the flaring lower portion of the header. 1. A connection between a horizontal member and one or more vertically disposed members , formed with a connector , the connection comprising:a. the horizontal member having a bottom face, an end and one or more side surfaces;b. one or more vertical members extending orthogonally to the horizontal member with the horizontal member extending horizontally and the one or more vertical members extending vertically, with one of the one or more vertical members being closest to the end of the horizontal member, and the end of the horizontal member abutting or lying closely adjacent to a web vertical face of the one or more vertical members closest to the end of the horizontal member, the one or more vertical members extending past and above the end of the horizontal member and having vertical side surfaces: 1. a first plate which attaches to the bottom face of the header with one or more fasteners;', '2. a second plate which attaches to the web vertical face of the one or more vertical members closest to the end of the horizontal member with one or more fasteners;', '3. a planar side flange projecting along the vertical side surfaces of the one or more vertical members with the planar side flange being joined to at least one of the vertical side surfaces of the one or more vertical members with one or more fasteners;', '4. a side flange extension that extends in the plane of the side flange and extends along one of the one or more side surfaces of the horizontal member with the side flange extension being joined to one of the one or more side surfaces of the horizontal member with one or more fasteners., 'c. the connector attached to the horizontal ...

Modular click-connector elements for assembly of wall and building superstructures

A modular connector element has a hook, a catch, and fittings for connection to an end of a hollow log for assembly into a wall or building superstructure. In assembling three such connector elements in a sequence conforming a corner between two structural walls, the hook of the middle connector element makes a click connection with a catch formed on a second such connector element positioned on one side of the middle connector element, and the catch of the middle connector element makes a click connection with a hook formed on a third such connector element positioned on the side of the middle connector element opposite the second connector element. The connector elements with their respective logs are thus rapidly, securely and manually click-locked together to erect walls and building superstructures. 1. A modular connector element comprising:a hook;means forming a catch; andmeans for connection to an end of an elongated structural member for incorporation into a wall or a building superstructure;wherein the hook is complementary to a catch formed on a second connector element positioned on a first side of the modular connector element and the catch is complementary to a hook formed on a third connector element positioned on a second side of the modular connector element opposite said first side;the modular connector element being adapted for first engagement with the second connector element and second engagement with the third connector element in such a manner that, in response to the first engagement, the catch of the second connector element catches the hook of the modular connector element and, in response to the second engagement, the catch of the modular connector element catches the hook of the third connector element;whereby the modular connector element is locked between the second and third connector elements.2. A modular connector element according to that is indivisible.3. A modular connector element according to wherein the connection means makes a ...

CONSTRUCTION AND METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTING SAME

A construction having generalized and alternative joints, capable of making pillar materials self-stood at in horizontal direction of lower frame materials. Upper and lower frame materials formed by laminating three sawn plates with two or more different plate width in plate thickness direction, and a recessed groove or a protruding stripe of the alternative joints is formed between outer layer plate width of outer layer sawn plates interposing an intermediate layer of laminated layers and an intermediate plate width of intermediate sawn plate interposed as the intermediate layer. The pillar materials are formed by laminating three sawn plates with same length in plate thickness direction, and a protrusion or a recess, which can be fitted closely to the recessed groove or the protruding stripe, are formed at both ends by deviating an intermediate sawn plate in a longitudinal direction for a distance of the difference to outer layer sawn plates. 1. A wooden construction having structural materials for assembling by fitting horizontal members and vertical members ,wherein at fitting parts of the structural materials, alternative joints are formed for fitting the vertical members closely to the horizontal members at optional position in horizontal direction of the horizontal members to be able to make the vertical members self-stood,the horizontal members compose upper frame materials and lower frame materials, and a recessed groove or a protruding stripe formed over entire length in longitudinal direction of each of the horizontal members forms one of the alternative joints,the vertical members compose pillar materials or framework walls, andeach of the pillar materials are formed with a protrusion or a recess at both ends, which can be fitted closely to the recessed groove or the protruding stripe,the horizontal members compose each of the upper frame materials and the lower frame materials by laminating three sawn plates with two types or more of different plate ...

CONNECTION PART

The invention relates to a structure comprising at least four wooden beams attached to one another by means of connection parts, said metal connection parts () having flats that are supported on the faces of a longitudinal channel (G or G) of a first I-shaped or U-shaped beam (PU, PI) and at least one flat supported on at least the central web () of another beam (P). 1233323121112122. A structure comprising at least four wooden beams each comprising a wooden web , said beams being attached to one another so as to define at least one substantially rectangular frame , in which at least two of said four beams defining a substantially rectangular frame are I-shaped or U-shaped wooden beams , each I-shaped or U-shaped beam including at least (a) a planar central wooden web () having two opposite faces , a first longitudinal edge , a second longitudinal edge opposite to the first longitudinal edge , a first lateral end edge and a second lateral end edge opposite to the first lateral end edge , (b) a first longitudinal wooden wing () extending along the first longitudinal edge , (c) a second longitudinal wooden wing () extending along the second longitudinal edge , whereby said first longitudinal wooden wing and said longitudinal wooden wing being spaced apart from one another while extending along at least one of the two opposite faces in the vicinity of the longitudinal edges , whereby said at least first longitudinal wooden wing and second longitudinal wooden wing () are attached to said planar central wooden web () while defining , between said at least first longitudinal wing and second longitudinal wing () , at least one longitudinal channel (G ,G) with a bottom extending along the planar central wooden web and with two opposite faces extending from the said bottom , said opposite faces of a considered channel being distant the one to the other by a distance defining the width of the considered channel and defining therebetween a channel volume , whereby said at ...

METHOD OF PROTECTING A WOODEN STRUCTURE

A method is disclosed for the application of a coating for protection of a wooden structure. The method includes the steps of grinding used tired into a crumb followed by making a slurry from the crumb containing one or more additives or agents. The slurry is applied in a single coating to the wooden structure and permitted to dry. The coating encloses the wooden structure and is configured to act as a barrier to natural elements to prevent rot and insect damage. 1. A method for protecting a wooden structure , comprising:grinding used tires into a crumb;making a slurry from the crumb;coating the wooden structure with the slurry; andpermitting the coating of slurry to dry;wherein dry coating of slurry is configured to protect the wooden structure from natural elements.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the coating is applied in a single application of slurry.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of making the slurry further comprises:adding a dye agent to obtain a selected coloring.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of making the slurry further comprises:adding an additive configured to resist oxygen and ozone deterioration.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of making the slurry further comprises:adding an adhesive agent configured to promote the bonding of the dried slurry to the wooden structure.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of coating the wooden structure is performed by dipping a portion of the wooden structure in the slurry.7. The method of claim 6 , further comprising:assembling the wooden structure.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the act of assembling the wooden structure occurs prior to coating the wooden structure with the slurry.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of coating the wooden structure is performed by spraying the slurry on the wooden structure.10. The method of claim 9 , wherein the wooden structure is assembled prior to spraying the slurry coating.11. The method of claim 9 , wherein the wooden ...

SHEAR TIE SYSTEM FOR VENTED ROOF RIDGE

A roof system which includes a shear tie for the ridge beam is provided. This system is for use in connection with tile roofing systems in which a ridge vent for ventilation is also provided, but can be used with other roof systems. Sheathing is located on the rafters and a gap or slot is provided between the top edge of the sheathing and the ridge beam that extends along a majority of the ridge beam in order to provide an air flow path for building ventilation. A shear tie strap is connected to the ridge beam and to the sheathing on either side of the ridge beam. A shear tie strap is also provided. 1. A shear tie strap comprising:a first sheet metal body including a cross strap having a first intermediate region; anda second sheet metal body including a cross strap having a second intermediate region;wherein the first intermediate region and the second intermediate region intersect or overlay to form a center of the shear tie strap.2. The shear tie strap of claim 1 , wherein the first sheet metal body and the second sheet metal body are integral with one another.3. The shear tie strap of claim 1 , wherein the first sheet metal body and the second metal body are separate and the first intermediate region and the second intermediate region overlap to form the center.4. The shear tie strap of claim 1 , wherein the shear tie strap has a width that is adapted to a spacing between adjacent rafters on a roof.5. The shear tie strap of claim 4 , wherein the spacing is 16 inches on center.6. The shear tie system of claim 4 , wherein the spacing is 24 inches on center.7. The shear tie strap of claim 1 , wherein the first sheet metal body has a first longitudinal end and a second longitudinal end and further includes a fastener strip at the first longitudinal end and a fastener strip at the second longitudinal end claim 1 , and the second sheet metal body has a first longitudinal end and a second longitudinal end and further includes a fastener strip at the first longitudinal ...

SHEAR TIE SYSTEM FOR VENTED ROOF RIDGE

A roof system which includes a shear tie for the ridge beam is provided. This system is for use in connection with tile roofing systems in which a ridge vent for ventilation is also provided, but can be used with other roof systems. Sheathing is located on the rafters and a gap or slot is provided between the top edge of the sheathing and the ridge beam that extends along a majority of the ridge beam in order to provide an air flow path for building ventilation. A shear tie strap is connected to the ridge beam and to the sheathing on either side of the ridge beam. A shear tie strap is also provided. 1. A shear tie system for a vented roof ridge , comprising:a ridge beam supported by rafters;sheathing located on the rafters and a gap or slot between a top edge of the sheathing and the ridge beam in order to provide an air flow path for building ventilation;a shear tie strap to extend over the ridge beam and comprising a center, two cross straps that overlap or intersect each other at the center, a first longitudinal end displaced from the center of the shear tie strap in a first direction toward a first longitudinal end of the ridge beam when the shear tie strap is installed over the ridge beam and comprising a nailer strip comprising holes on each cross strap and, and a second longitudinal end displaced from the center of the shear tie strap in a second direction toward a second end of the ridge beam and opposite to the first direction when the shear tie strap is installed over the ridge beam and comprising a nailer strip comprising holes on each cross strap; anda ridge vent to be installed over the shear tie strap and the gap or slot.2. The shear tie system of claim 1 , wherein the shear tie strap is attached to the sheating by fasteners through the nailer strips when installed over the ridge beam.3. The shear tie system of claim 2 , wherein the center is attached to the ridge beam by a fastener through the center.4. The shear tie system of claim 3 , wherein the ...

SMART CORNER AND WALL FRAME SYSTEM

In one aspect, a smart corner is provided that can be prefabricated. The smart corner comprises a rear side including a first hole, a first side including a second hole, a second side including a third hole, and a top. A wall frame is also provided. The wall frame includes a top plate, a bottom plate, studs, and four smart corners. A framing system is also provided comprising at least two wall frames. The at least two wall frames connect via the smart corners. 1. A smart corner comprising:a rear side including a first hole;a first side including a second hole, the first side connected to the rear side along a first edge; anda second side including a third hole, the second side connected to the rear side along a second edge opposite the first edge.2. The smart corner of claim 1 , further comprising a top side connected to the rear side claim 1 , the first side claim 1 , and the second side.3. The smart corner of wherein the top side and the rear side are substantially square.4. The smart corner of claim 1 , wherein the first side and the second side are substantially triangular.5. The smart corner of claim 1 , wherein the first side and the second side are parallel.6. The smart corner of claim 1 , wherein the first side and the second side are connected to the rear side at 90 degree angles.7. The smart corner of claim 1 , wherein the smart corner is connect to a wall frame.8. A wall frame system comprising:a first wall frame including a first smart corner and a second smart corner; anda second wall frame including a third smart corner and a fourth smart corner; a rear side including a first hole;', 'a first side including a second hole, the first side connected to the rear side along a first edge; and', 'a second side including a third hole, the second side connected to the rear side along a second edge opposite the first edge;, 'the first smart corner, the second smart corner, the third smart corner, and the fourth smart corner each includingthe third smart corner ...

DRYWALL JOIST HANGER

A connection utilizing a joist hanger to hang a substantially horizontal joist or beam from a wood structural support member such as a top plate or header in cooperation with a first plurality of fasteners such as screws and one or more substantially vertical fire-resistant panels such as drywall. 11234561. A connection () utilizing a joist hanger () to hang a substantially horizontal joist () from a wood structural support member () in cooperation with a first plurality of fasteners () and one or more substantially vertical fire-resistant panels () , the connection () comprising:{'b': 6', '4', '7', '8', '7, 'a. the one or more fire-resistant panels () shielding the wood structural support member (), each having a front face (), a back face () opposite the front face (), and negligible dowel bearing strength;'}{'b': 5', '5', '13, 'b. the fasteners (), each fastener () having a shank ();'}{'b': 4', '16, 'c. the structural support member () having a substantially vertical front face () and significant dowel bearing strength;'}{'b': '3', 'd. the joist (); and'}{'b': 2', '3', '2, 'claim-text': [{'b': 9', '10', '7', '6', '6, 'i. a first back plate member () with a first back face () in parallel registration with the front face () of a first panel () of the one or more panels ();'}, {'b': 9', '10', '7', '6', '6, 'ii. a second back plate member () with a second back face () in parallel registration with the front face () of the first panel () of the one or more panels ();'}, {'b': 11', '9, 'iii. a first side member () connected to the first back plate member (); and'}, {'b': 11', '9, 'claim-text': [{'b': 5', '9', '6', '4, '(a) at least one of the first plurality of fasteners () passes through the first back plate member () and the one or more panels () and into the structural support member ();'}, {'b': 5', '9', '6', '4, '(b) at least one of the first plurality of fasteners () passes through the second back plate member () and the one or more panels () and into the ...

SMART CORNER AND WALL FRAME SYSTEM

In one aspect, a smart corner is provided that can be prefabricated. The smart corner comprises a rear side including a first hole, a first side including a second hole, a second side including a third hole, and a top. A wall frame is also provided. The wall frame includes a top plate, a bottom plate, studs, and four smart corners. A framing system is also provided comprising at least two wall frames. The at least two wall frames connect via the smart corners. 1. A wall frame system comprising:a first wall frame including a first smart corner and a second smart corner; anda second wall frame including a third smart corner and a fourth smart corner; a rear side including a first hole;', 'a first side including a second hole, the first side connected to the rear side along a first edge; and', 'a second side including a third hole, the second side connected to the rear side along a second edge opposite the first edge;, 'the first smart corner, the second smart corner, the third smart corner, and the fourth smart corner each includingthe third smart corner connected with the first smart corner via a first connecting device through at least one of the first hole, the second hole, or the third hole of the third smart corner and at least one of the first hole, the second hole, or the third hole of the first smart corner; andthe fourth smart corner connected with the second smart corner via a second connecting device through at least one of the first hole, the second hole, or the third hole of the fourth smart corner and at least one of the first hole, the second hole, or the third hole of the second smart corner.2. The wall frame system of claim 1 , wherein the first wall frame and the second wall frame each include a top plate claim 1 , a bottom plate claim 1 , and a plurality of vertical studs.3. The wall frame system of claim 2 , wherein the first smart corner is connected to the top plate and a first vertical stud of the plurality of studs of the first wall frame claim ...

A Structural Connector

A structural connector for fastening structural components together includes a floor. Two spaced sidewalls extend from respective sides of the floor, the floor and the sidewalls defining a channel in which a first of the structural components can be received. The sidewalls are configured so that the sidewalls can be fastened to the first structural component. A positioning arrangement is operatively arranged with respect to the floor so that the floor can be positioned on the second structural component for fastening to the second structural component.

Construction of the prefabricated column and beam type

A system of construction that performs advanced prefabrication of columns-beams type structure of buildings, prefabrication which results industrialization of this type of construction. The main development that allows this achievement in the same technical conditions, even better conditions than in the conventional system, is the massive use of braces as well vertically as horizontally. Such a building system is of special interest in areas where seismic risk is high because the building is very lightweight, constituted of a set of structurally self-sufficient units, heavily triangulated and therefore hardly deformable, all these at an affordable cost.

Apparatus and Methods For Connecting Timber Flanges

A method and apparatus for constructing a single story or multistory building using timber as a major structural material. The apparatus includes a connector plate having a series of pins extending therefrom. In a building component, each pin engages with a relatively small diameter timber flange by way of an axial bore hole formed in each flange. In this way, the flanges form a timber structural member useful in the formation of a framework of a building structure. The plate of the connector provides a fastener for fastening to other similar connectors or to other building structures. Various combinations of connectors and building flanges may be used to construct a single story building, and furthermore may be used in the construction of a multistory building. 1. A connector for collocating a group of timber flanges , the connector comprising a main region , the main region having extending therefrom a plurality of engaging members each of which is configured to engage with a timber flange.2. The connector of wherein the main region comprises means for fastening the connector to a substantially similar or identical second connector claim 1 , or to a building structure.3. (canceled)4. The connector of wherein the main region comprises a first substantially planar region and a second substantially planar region claim 1 , the first and second planar regions forming an angle of about 90 degrees claim 1 , the first planar region comprising means for connecting the connector to a substantially similar or identical second connector claim 1 , and the second planar region comprising means for connecting the connector to a building structure.5. The connector of wherein the means for connecting the connector to a substantially similar or identical second connector or the means for connecting the connector to a building structure is an aperture configured to accept a fastener.6. The connector of wherein the plurality of engaging members are disposed in an ordered array with ...

JOINT METAL AND BUILDING STRUCTURE

A joint metal includes a securing plate and a coupling plate. The securing plate is secured to the side surface of a support material. The coupling plate is disposed to project from the securing plate toward the horizontal structural member side. The coupling plate is coupled in a state inserted into a groove formed over the vertical direction on the end surface of the horizontal structural member. The coupling plate includes a plurality of coupling holes and first deficient portions. The coupling hole allows insertion of a rod-shaped coupling tool within the groove. The coupling tool passes through the horizontal structural member. The first deficient portion is formed by cutting out the peripheral area of the coupling hole. The first deficient portion is formed in an arc shape centered at the coupling hole. 1. A joint metal for joining an end surface of a horizontal structural member to a side surface of a support material , the joint metal comprising:a securing plate to be secured to the side surface of the support material; anda coupling plate disposed to project from the securing plate toward the horizontal structural member side, the coupling plate being to be coupled in a state inserted into a groove formed over a vertical direction on the end surface of the horizontal structural member, wherein a coupling hole that allows insertion of a rod-shaped coupling tool within the groove, the coupling tool being to pass through the horizontal structural member; and', 'a first deficient portion formed by cutting out a peripheral area of the coupling hole, wherein, 'the coupling plate includesthe first deficient portion is formed in an arc shape centered at the coupling hole.2. The joint metal according to claim 1 , whereinthe first deficient portion is formed in an arc shape centered at the coupling hole with a constant diameter.3. The joint metal according to claim 2 , whereina plurality of the first deficient portions are formed in arc shapes centered at the ...

SPACER BRACES FOR WALLS, JOISTS & TRUSSES

The present invention relates to using interlocking spacer braces between support members to construct wood and metal framed walls, floors and building trusses. Spacer braces have indentations, extensions, fingers that interlock horizontally, vertically or diagonally between support members. The spacer braces can form diagonal and lateral wall bracing, diagonal and vertical chords within building truss with either horizontally or vertical orientations, beams, hold-downs and shear walls. The spacer braces can be installed between wood or metal framing members. 1. A spacer brace for building construction comprising:a spacer bracing member having a web lying in a plane, said web having a first side and a second side, a first longitudinal side edge and a second longitudinal side edge with a first longitudinal flange connected to said first longitudinal side edge and a second longitudinal flange connected to said second longitudinal side edge of said web forming the elongated body having a U-shaped cross-section with the said web having a first end and an opposing second end;each end having engagement means for engaging said first support member and said second support member on said web on said first side and/or said second side the engagement means comprises a cut out section in said flanges with said cut out section indented into said web with the longitudinal ends of said first longitudinal flange and said second longitudinal flange engage the first side of said first support member with web finger extending over said first support member with said web extending against the second side of said first support member and the opposing second end having said cut outs section in said flanges with said cut out section indented into said web with the longitudinal ends of said first longitudinal flange and said second longitudinal flange engage said second side of said second support member with said web finger extending over said second support member with said web finger ...

STRUCTURAL PANEL CHASE CONNECTION MANUFACTURE METHOD

Structural Panel Chase Connection Manufacture Methods are the embedded frame solution to the problems associated with providing access for services, such as plumbing or electrical chases with high precision and accuracy. Connecting two or more panels in any direction using the embedded frame method becomes easy yet incredibly strong without requiring special tools for assembly or disassembly, so that components can be flat packed and stored when not in use. 1. Structural Panel Chase Connection Manufacture Methods employ the use of flat building materials , such as metal , wood or other available building material including combinations of material.2. Cut strips are used as framing , receptacles are high precision pre-manufactured cut for the joining of two or more panels together or for use as preconfigured utility chases , such as for running electrical , communications , or plumbing services horizontally at pre-defined locations.3. When used as interior framing of building materials , the Structural Panel Chase Connection Manufacture Method provides a consistent resource for connecting multiple panels side-by-side.4. Not limited to a particular use , this method is also effective when connecting items together like post and beam for creating large beam spans of flat building materials.5. The Structural Panel Chase Connection Manufacture Method , as in , , , and , can be used in combination with different types of joining blocks which are available at nearly every angle. Edges can be miter cut for easy assembly at any angle for different applications and the embedded joining receptacles can be utilized with varied shaped connecting blocks to provide added strength and rigidity.6. By pre-manufacturing framing material to be used in the creation of panels , or post and beam configuration , running services , such as plumbing and electrical becomes much easier.7. This method also provides an energy effective high precision answer for connecting multiple items together ...

Column Cap

A column cap connector for mounting and securing a beam to a post of a building including a central web portion and upwardly extending walls disposed along longitudinal edges thereof, wherein a lower portion of the beam fits within the walls, downwardly extending legs formed from the seat and alternatively from the seat and the walls of the connector attach the connector to the post with projecting tabs attached to the seat to support the connector on the post.