Description

Simpson Strong-Tie THGB3 – Truss Girder Hanger

The THGB is a bolted hanger designed for installing multi-ply girder trusses. This welded hanger attaches to a vertical web and is designed with a backplate to support high loads. The THGB offers an installation option using Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws.

Key Features

• Can be skewed a maximum of 45. The maximum allowable down load and uplift load for skew is 0.87 of the table load.

Finish

• Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint. HDG available; see Corrosion Information.

Installation

• Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes
• All multiple members must be fastened together to act as a single unit
• Maximum 11 7/8″ bottom chord in the carrying member to allow for the minimum bolt end distance
• Bolts must be installed symmetrically when fewer than the maximum number of bolts are used on the backplate
• Girders must have adequate lateral bracing to prevent excessive displacement due to secondary torsional stresses (refer to ANSI/TPI 1-2014 Section 7.5.3.5)

Options

• THGB hangers can be skewed to a maximum of 45. The maximum allowable down load and uplift load for skew is 0.87 of the table load.