Did you know that the average life expectancy of a wood deck is between 10 and 15 years? Modern design and construction practices use structural connectors to form a continuous load path. This construction method uses connectors and structural screws to create solid connections reinforcing a structure against wind, seismic, and other load forces all the way from the roof down to the foundation.  Creating a Continuous Load Path  The continuous load path is an engineering concept that, when constructed, assures loads are completely transferred from the point of application to the ..read more

In 2023, the Simpson Strong-Tie Marketing Department introduced their inaugural Award for Impact in Marketing (AIM). This recognition recognizes team members for their exceptional creativity, innovation, and commitment to delivering outstanding results.   The AIM recognition is given quarterly and is based on peer nominations. Each of our four 2023 recipients demonstrated exceptional impact in their respective roles. Learn more about the award recipients accomplishments and hear their thoughts on winning an AIM.  Tim Branson, 2023 AIM Award Winner Tim Branson, Senior Manager, Pa ..read more

Entering the Business English major at Ton Duc Thang University, Son Chu’s career trajectory took an unexpected turn upon encountering Simpson Strong-Tie Vietnam during his internship search. As a Talent Acquisition Intern, he navigated recruitment tasks, embracing challenges and growth opportunities. Despite initial struggles, Son found support within his team, embodying SST-VN’s ethos of inclusivity and empowerment. This experience not only refined his professional skills but also deepened his connection to the organization’s core values, amplifying his sense of belonging and purpose. Embark ..read more

Meet Jessica Saunders, a newly promoted Territory Sales Manager at Simpson Strong-Tie. For her, success means being proud of her work and having a supportive team that has her back. Learn about how Simpson culture supports her in her current role, the insights she’s gained as a woman in sales, and how they help her strike a satisfactory balance between work and her home life.  Jessica Saunder My career at Simpson Strong-Tie has been a journey full of challenges and growth opportunities. Despite experiencing gender biases and stereotypes, I never let them affect how I do my job. I am proud ..read more

As mass timber continues to grow in the commercial construction industry, so does the environment for innovation. With many projects increasing in size and complexity, larger structural dimensions result in higher loads. At the same time, developers, architects and occupants want to retain all the remarkable benefits of a mass timber project, including the value of an all-wood aesthetic. New designs call for new products, technology and services to build them.   The HSKP heavy seated knife plate is code listed for 22–32 kips. Hidden connection with higher loads  To preserve the ..read more

Simpson Strong-Tie proudly features its mass timber products in the innovative residential project by TimberBLDR and Risinger Build. TimberBLDR discusses the selection process that resulted in choosing the Simpson Strong-Tie critical connection hardware. Gain insights into how our engineering team played a crucial role in designing and overcoming challenges for this groundbreaking mass timber project.  The TimberBLDR team has worked with Risinger Build and other partners for the past 12 months to bring a mass timber residential project to life. Located in Dripping Springs, the heart of th ..read more

Simpson Strong-Tie is participating in NHERI Converging Design, the third phase of testing a six-story mass timber building on the NHERI UCSD shake table. This project follows up on the testing of a ten-story mass timber building with the NHERI TallWood project. Our Yield-Link® moment connection and Yield-Link brace connection underwent testing as potential alternatives to post-tensioned rocking wall systems, aiming to decrease the potential for residual drift. Learn more about this project and our live testing event.  10 -story NHERI TallWood Project In the pursuit of of creating a new d ..read more

Discover Mother Daughter Projects, a dynamic DIY duo that embarked on their journey in 2015, dedicated to sharing their expertise and serving as a valuable resource for anyone tackling DIY projects. They champion inclusivity, affirming that women of any age or skill level can thrive in DIY activities. We are Mother Daughter Projects! Vicki is the mother and Steph is the daughter. Each of us has multiple years of DIY experience and homeownership. Together we create online content via videos and written tutorials with an emphasis on the needs of homeowners. Our goal is to present content in a ..read more

Hear from Vy Nguyen, Office & Branding Operations Team Lead, as she shares how Simpson Strong-Tie Viet Nam hosted a year-end gathering in 2023. The international branch, also referred to as Enterprise Services, was established in 2012 to offer No-Equal® engineering services encompassing structural and mechanical engineering, graphic design, and software solutions. The event allowed the team to unite, celebrate their achievements over the preceding year and recognize members’ dedication.  The 13th of January 2024 marked a special occasion for Enterprise Services (SSTVN) as we held our ..read more

Strong Conversations Season One: Women in Construction Episode Two: The Importance of Mentorship Mentorship is one of the most invaluable things we can have in our careers and lives. We discuss the importance of mentorship and how we can find it, provide it, and foster it in our work environments. We also discuss the different types of mentorships, whether through a formal work program or informal with our own network.   Host: Shelby Short – Director of Global Quality (Simpson Strong-Tie) Guests: Angie Roseman – VP Supply Chain Services & Business Optimization (Beazer Homes) Kell ..read more