Instructions / Assembly

Bridging, Bracing and Backing
27
INTERIOR FRAMING
The technical content of this literature is eective 5/31/12 and supersedes all previous information. Pub. No. CD-Full Line 5/12
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BACKING PLATE
ClarkDietrich backing plate is a
general multipurpose flat stock
that is used for backer plate to
support shelves, cabinets, fixtures
or handrails when applied to metal
framing. Backing plate should not
be used as tension strapping or
cross bracing. Diagonal Tension
Strapping should be used in those
applications.
Product
code
Thickness
Size
(in)
Length
(ft)
Gauge Mils
Design thickness
(in)
BPN 25 18 0.0188
2
10
3
4
6
8
10
12
BPE 20 30 0.0312
2
10
3
4
6
8
10
12
Katz™ BLOCKING
Katz™ bridging maintains accurate
member spacing to prevent
bowing or flexing of nonload-
bearing framing. It can also be
used as backing between studs in
areas where cabinets or fixtures
are to be attached. Use standard
24" o.c. frame spacing.
Product
code
Thickness
Size
(in)
Length
(ft)
Gauge Mils
Design thickness
(in)
KATZ 25 18 0.0188 3-5/8 x 1 24
16" available by special order.
NOTCHED TRACK
Notched track is used for bracing
and bridging of joists and exterior
walls. It's also ideal for use in
hospitals and schools as mechanical
backing to support equipment.
Product
code
Thickness
Width
(in)
Leg
(in)
Gauge Mils
Design
thickness (in)
NOTC
18 43 0.0451
4
1, 1-1/4, 1-1/2
6
16 54 0.0566
4
6
Available West Coast only.