Beyond Nails: Why Creeper Connectors Are Essential for Code Compliance
When it comes to truss connections and hold downs, everyone accepts that, in accordance with AS1684, the minimum connector for a truss-to-support is classified as one framing anchor.
Whilst truss design software might indicate that fewer connectors (e.g., two skew nails) could suffice based on actual bearing reactions, the minimum framing anchor is still adopted. Why? Because AS1684 sets this as the minimum tie-down requirement for trusses and rafters.
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