Simpson Strong-Tie has introduced the HYS hybrid strut, the first cold-formed steel (CFS) strut to be assembly tested for both slide- and rigid-clip applications. Commonly used at the bottom of steel beams to accommodate standoff conditions, the HYS can be attached with screws, power-actuated fasteners or welds, allowing erectors flexibility for improved jobsite efficiency and productivity.
Input from CFS erectors in the field was central to the development of the HYS, which also included comprehensive component-to-steel-fixture, assembly and anchor testing. Real-world assembly testing further allowed Simpson Strong-Tie to tabulate accurate loads based on both strength and deflection to assist in mitigating design risk.