The following warnings, notes, instructions and product information apply to the specific products listed in this design guide, calculations and drawings supplied by Simpson Strong-Tie. If you use any other Simpson Strong‑Tie Company Inc. products, read the warnings, notes, instructions and product information in the applicable catalog and consult strongtie.com for the latest catalogs, bulletins and product information.
Strong Frame® Moment Connection is prequalified for use in special moment frame (SMF) and intermediate moment frame (IMF) systems according to AISC 358-16 provisions. To obtain optimal performance from Simpson Strong‑Tie Strong Frame Moment Connection and achieve maximum allowable design load, the connection components must be properly installed and used in accordance with the installation instructions and Design limits provided by Simpson Strong‑Tie Company Inc. To ensure proper installation and use, designers and installers must carefully read the following General Notes, General Instructions for the Installer and General Instructions for the Designer, as well as consult the applicable catalog pages for specific product, installation instructions and notes.
Proper product installation requires careful attention to all notes and instructions, including these basic rules:
In addition to following the basic rules provided above as well as all notes, warnings and instructions provided in the design guide, installers, designers, engineers and consumers should consult the Simpson Strong‑Tie Company Inc. website at strongtie.com to obtain additional design and installation information, including:
Failure to follow fully all of the notes and instructions provided by Simpson Strong‑Tie Company Inc. may result in improper installation of products. Improperly installed products may not perform to the specifications set forth in this design guide and may reduce a structure’s ability to resist the movement, stress, and loading that occurs from gravity loads and loading from events such as earthquakes and high-velocity winds.
Simpson Strong‑Tie Company Inc. does not guarantee the performance or safety of products that are modified, improperly installed or not used in accordance with the design and load limits set forth in this design guide.
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These general notes are provided to ensure proper installation of Simpson Strong-Tie products and must be followed fully.