Strong-Bolt™ Concrete Anchors Now Category 1

Pleasanton, Calif. - Strong-Bolt™ wedge anchors are specifically designed for optimum performance in both cracked and uncracked concrete; a requirement that the 2006 IBC places on post-installed anchors (see ICC-ES evaluation report: ESR-1771). Recently, Strong-Bolt wedge anchors in 1/2" and 5/8" diameters received a Category 1 anchor rating, which means these sizes offer even higher load values than before.

Rigorously tested according to the latest industry-wide criteria, the Strong-Bolt wedge anchor is proven to offer increased reliability in the most adverse conditions, including performance in cracked concrete under static and seismic loading. The proprietary tri-segmented clip has dual undercutting embossments on each segment which enable secondary or "follow-up" expansion if a crack forms and intersects the anchor location. This significantly increases the ability of the anchor to carry load if the hole opened slightly due to a crack. The Strong-Bolt wedge anchor sets like a standard wedge anchor and is available in Imperial fractional sizes. For more information about the Strong-Bolt wedge anchor, visit www.simpsonanchors.com/IBC2006.