A complete stacked-wall solution for two-story applications. Now there is a Steel Strong-Wall® option for two-story installations that combines simplified installation with superior performance.

• Some of the highest loads in the industry, and design procedures that account for cumulative overturning, see Cumulative Overturning for more information.
• Complete concrete-anchorage designs for two-story applications (foundation design by Designer)
• No bearing plates to install, walls can now be placed flush against a corner.
• Uses the same anchor bolt template as single-story installation.
• Compression loads transferred by nut/rod – reducing wood crushing under load.

Complete kit available to simplify the connection between the walls.

1. See Standard Application on Concrete Foundations for product data on top walls.

Material: Vertical Panel - 10 gauge

Finish: Vertical Panel - Galvanized; Top and Base Plates - Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint

Naming Scheme:

Wall Profiles:
Pre-attached wood studs are 2x4 for walls 7' - 10' tall, and 2x6 for walls 11' - 13' tall.

SSW15	SSW15
SSW18	SSW18
SSW21	SSW21
SSW24	SSW24

• 2006 IBC Allowable Shear & Drift Values (PDF)

Also see: Uplift Equations (PDF)

• Steel Strong-Wall Two Story Design Example (PDF)

• ICC-ES ESR-1679 (PDF) Revised 6/1/09
• City of L.A. RR 25625 (PDF)
• State of Florida FL5113 (PDF)