Simpson Strong-Tie SSW15-2KT Strong-Wall Steel Two-Story Stacked-Wall Connection Kit for 15" Walls

Simpson Strong-Tie SSW15-2KT Features

• High load capacity for industry-leading performance
• Design procedures account for cumulative overturning
• No bearing plates required, allowing flush placement against corners
• Compression loads transferred by nut and rod to reduce wood crushing

Simpson Strong-Tie SSW15-2KT Applications

• Two-story stacked construction on concrete foundations
• Structural reinforcement for lateral systems

Simpson Strong-Tie SSW15-2KT Installation Overview

1. Drill or notch subfloor to allow compression nuts to sit flush with underside of Steel Strong-Wall (SSW)
2. Drill holes in first-story top plates to allow threaded rod to pass through
3. Install threaded rods and nuts in lower Steel Strong-Wall
4. Extend threaded rod through lower wall and floor system into upper wall
5. Install solid blocking under center and each end of SSW per designer
6. Place SSW over threaded rod and secure with anchor nuts included in SSW kit
7. Attach shear transfer plate to upper SSW with supplied #14 self-drilling screws, and to rim joist with 0.148" x 3" nails
8. Complete assembly with A34 angles (sold separately) per designer
9. Attach SSW to top plates or header with Strong-Drive SDS screws (supplied)