美國Simpson Strong-Tie發表強化隱藏式底板緊固系統

　　美國工程結構緊固件及建筑解決方案領導廠Simpson Strong-Tie已經重新設計先前獲獎的EB-TY®隱藏式及應用在居家和商用領域的高級木材底板扣件。全新的EB-TY高級隱藏式底板緊固系統提供專業的建筑商和DIY用戶獨特且可以完全隱藏起來的緊固底板方式。

　　EB-TY® Premium™是理想的緊固方式，可以在不減損底板完整外部美觀的情況下確保結構耐用度，尤其是用在進口硬木、雪松和紅木等高級底板原料上。餅狀的扣件安裝在底板窄邊的凹槽內，并運用不銹鋼板進行強化達到更好的支撐力。鋼板也可以避免緊固件被過度鎖固，另有一彎角緊固件孔確保底板被直接緊固至托樑上。伴隨著強度提升，扣件也維持必要的彈性來應付底板的季節性收縮。

　　Enhanced Hidden Deck-Fastening System for Premium Decking Delivers Increased Versatility

　　Simpson Strong-Tie, the industry leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has redesigned the award-winning EB-TY® hidden deck fasteners for premium wood decking in both residential and commercial applications. The new EB-TY Premium Hidden Deck-Fastening System™ provides professional builders and do-it-yourselfers a unique method of fastening deck boards that leaves the fasteners virtually invisible.

　　EB-TY® Premium™ is the ideal fastening solution for ensuring structural durability without detracting from the beauty of a deck's finished appearance, especially when working with high-end decking materials such as exotic hardwood, cedar and redwood. The biscuit-shaped fastener installs inside a slot cut in the narrow side of the deck boards, and is reinforced with a stainless-steel plate for enhanced holding power. The steel plate also prevents over-driving of the screw, and has angled screw holes that guarantee a direct connection of the decking to the joist. Along with this added strength, the fasteners also maintain the necessary flexibility to accommodate seasonal contraction and expansion of the deck boards. Combining this innovative design with the EB-GUIDE predrilling guide creates a system that not only has hidden strength, but is also precise and easy to install.