Q: I’m building two things this summer but can’t figure out how to get started. One is a deck that’s going to rest on concrete piers that will be buried in the ground. The other project is a ...

Different types of concrete wedge anchors are manufactured for use in different applications. The only differences between the types of concrete wedge anchors are the material that they are made from ...

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For homeowners trying a DIY project before calling the pros, it's important to have the right tools on hand first. It's also important to have the right accessories if needed, including screws, nails, ...

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Anchors are critical in connecting structural and non-structural elements to concrete substrates. Recent advances focus on both mechanical and adhesive systems, exploring how embedment depth, concrete ...

Simpson Strong-Tie introduces its Anchor Designer professional designer software to comply with ACI 318, ETAG and CSA code requirements. The software features a fully interactive 3D graphical user ...

In January 2002, the American Concrete Institute (ACI) issued a new standard, ACI355.2-01, which prescribed a comprehensive testing program to ascertain design parameters for post-installed adhesive ...

INDIANAPOLIS — If you’ve ever mounted something heavy to brick using the plastic anchors and screws that come in the box, you’ve probably had at least a tiny moment of panic wondering if the whole ...