A1A Wholesale Supply: Your trusted source for professional-grade structural connectors, offering the Simpson Strong-Tie HGAM Hurricane Gusset Angle to secure gable end trusses to masonry and concrete foundations against extreme forces.

For a reliable and robust connection between wood framing and masonry, choose the Simpson Strong-Tie HGAM Hurricane Gusset Angle. Available from A1A Wholesale Supply, this engineered gusset angle is specifically designed for high-wind and seismic events, providing superior uplift and lateral load resistance.

The integrity of a building’s framing-to-foundation connection is critical, especially in areas susceptible to high winds and seismic events. Simpson Strong-Tie HGAM Hurricane Gusset Angles, supplied by A1A Wholesale Supply, are engineered to provide a robust solution for securing a gable end truss’s bottom chord to masonry or concrete. The HGAM’s gusseted design significantly increases its strength, making it an essential component for structural resilience against powerful uplift and lateral forces.

This connector is made from durable 14-gauge galvanized steel, ensuring long-term performance and corrosion resistance. The HGAM10KTA kit simplifies installation by including all necessary fasteners: Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for attaching to the wood truss and Titen Turbo™ masonry screws for securing the angle to masonry or concrete. These Titen Turbo screws are installed without the need for pre-drilling into the wood, and the overall installation is quick and efficient. The product is also compliant with the Florida Building Code (FL11473), ensuring it meets stringent safety and performance standards for new construction and renovations in hurricane-prone regions.

For contractors, the HGAM Hurricane Gusset Angle provides a reliable, code-approved solution that enhances the structural integrity of a building’s roof-to-foundation connection. Its ease of installation and included fasteners make it a convenient and effective choice, helping to ensure a safe and durable structure.

Key Features and Benefits for Contractors:

• Engineered for High Loads: The gusseted design provides superior strength to resist high-wind uplift and lateral forces.
• Dual-Fastener System: Designed to be used with Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for wood and Titen Turbo™ masonry screws for concrete, ensuring a secure connection to both materials.
• Convenient Kits: Available in a kit with all necessary fasteners included, saving time and simplifying on-site work.
• Durable Construction: Made from 14-gauge galvanized steel for longevity and corrosion resistance.
• Code Compliant: Meets or exceeds the performance criteria of major building codes, including the Florida Building Code (FL11473).

Basic Uses:

• Securing the bottom chord of a gable end truss to a masonry or concrete top plate.
• Providing uplift and lateral load resistance in a variety of framing-to-masonry connections.

Product Specifications:

• Material: 14-gauge galvanized steel (G90).
• Compliance: Florida Building Code (FL11473).
• Kit Model: HGAM10KTA (includes HGAM10 connectors, Strong-Drive SDS screws, and Titen Turbo™ masonry screws).
• Fasteners:
  • To Wood: (4) 1/4″ x 1-1/2″ Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws.
  • To Masonry: (4) 1/4″ x 2-3/4″ Titen Turbo™ masonry screws (for GFCMU) or 1/4″ x 1-3/4″ (for concrete, sold separately).