COLA RR 26176 Seismic Components Approval Document

Hilti, Inc.
Re: MQS-SP, MQS-SP-L, MQS-SP-T, MQS-IB Bracing, and Seismic Brace System
RR 26176
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MQS-SP-L and MQS-SP-T: Hilti seismic base connectors, Longitudinal (MQS-SP-L) and
Transverse (MQS-SP-T). Attaches to Hilti strut on one end via the proprietary Hilti serrated
connection and provides a drilled hole on the other end for attachment directly to the structure.
The hole accommodates a ½” anchor for direct anchorage to concrete or a ½” threaded rod or
bolt, for direct attachment to the steel structure, or a steel mounting bracket, such as a Hilti
MQS-IB.
Hilti MQS-SP-L Hilti MQS-SP-T
MQS-IB: Hilti mounting bracket for attachment to steel beams. This bracket attaches to the
flange of a beam and clamps around the flange. The bracket is closed tight onto the flange with
2 bolts which run below the flange. There are 2 bolts on the top of each half of the bracket
which tighten down onto the top of the flange. The tab is drilled to accommodate a ½” hanger
rod or ½” bolted connection from a brace, such as the MQS-SP-L or MQS-SP-T.