A1A Wholesale Supply: Your trusted source for high-performance structural connectors, offering the Simpson Strong-Tie HGA Hurricane Gusset Angle to secure gable end trusses and other framing applications against high-wind and seismic forces.

For a robust and reliable connection that stands up to extreme weather, choose the Simpson Strong-Tie HGA Hurricane Gusset Angle. Available from A1A Wholesale Supply, this engineered connector provides superior strength for both lateral and uplift loads in critical framing connections.

n areas prone to high-wind events and seismic activity, the integrity of a structure’s roof-to-wall connection is paramount. Simpson Strong-Tie HGA Hurricane Gusset Angles, supplied by A1A Wholesale Supply, are specifically designed to reinforce these critical connections. The HGA’s engineered gusset provides an extra layer of strength, significantly increasing the connector’s capacity to resist powerful lateral and uplift forces.

Manufactured from durable 14-gauge galvanized steel, the HGA is built to last. The product is also available in a hot-dip galvanized finish for superior corrosion resistance, making it suitable for a wide range of environmental conditions. Its installation is made simple and efficient with the use of Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, which are often included in convenient kit models (HGA10KT and HGA10KTHDG), reducing on-site complexity and saving valuable time.

The HGA Hurricane Gusset Angle is a trusted solution that complies with major building codes, including the Florida Building Code (FL10446, FL11473), International Building Code, and International Residential Code. By choosing the HGA, builders and contractors can ensure their projects meet stringent safety and performance requirements, providing homeowners with peace of mind.

Key Features and Benefits for Contractors:

• High-Strength Design: Engineered gusset provides increased strength for critical uplift and lateral loads, crucial for high-wind and seismic events.
• Durable Construction: Made from 14-gauge galvanized or hot-dip galvanized steel for longevity and corrosion resistance.
• Easy Installation: Installs quickly and securely with Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws.
• Convenient Kits: Available in kits that include all necessary fasteners (HGA10KT), streamlining the installation process.
• Code Compliant: Meets or exceeds performance criteria for major building codes, including the Florida Building Code, ensuring project approval.
• Versatile Application: Ideal for securing gable end trusses to top plates and other framing applications.

Basic Uses:

• Securing the connection between a gable end truss and a top plate.
• Reinforcing other framing applications to resist high-wind and seismic forces.
• Providing structural stability and uplift resistance in roof and wall connections.

Product Specifications:

• Material: 14-gauge galvanized steel (G90) or hot-dip galvanized.
• Compliance: Florida Building Code (FL10446, FL11473), International Building Code, International Residential Code, and City of Los Angeles Building/Residential Codes.

Available Models: HGA10KT (with screws), HGA10KTHDG (hot-dip galvanized with screws).