Simpson Strong-Tie® offers a Steel Strong-Wall shearwall option for garage portal systems which combines simplified installation with superior performance.
See product data and naming scheme information.
Suggested Example Specification: SSW12x7 with SSWP-KT
These alternate garage front options may be used for applications when the Steel Strong-Wall shearwall is installed at the full height (option 1) or without the additional Portal Frame Kit (option 2), when higher capacity or reduced concrete anchorage are not needed. Refer to the Standard Application on Concrete Foundations for product data and allowable load values.
For Garage Wall Option 2, the designer shall design for: