Deck clip system, method and connector connection
CA 2015733 C · Owner: Simpson Strong-Tie Company, Inc. · Inventors: Gilb, Tyrell T.; Commins, Alfred D.
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An attachment system method and connector connection for, constructing a structure having supporting members and supported members as most commonly found in house and patio wood decks board, walks, stair systems, wood benches and trellis systems. The structures using the present disclosures are characterized by the apparent absence of nails or other fasteners. In fact, however the structures are, securely fastened by nails or screw fasteners in combination with a unique connector which uniquely is not directly connected to the supporting members. In some forms of the invention locator prongs are provided on, the connector for assisting the installer to attach the connector to the supporting …
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- Filed April 30, 1990 and granted April 5, 1994. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended April 30, 2010.
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