Instructions / Assembly

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FLOOR 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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TradeReady
®
STRUCTURAL BLOCKING
The third component of the
TradeReady
®
Floor System,
TradeReady structural blocking
is pre-cut to fit securely between
the underside of the floor joists to
prevent joist rotation. Prepunched
for quick attachment, it's an
economical alternative to cross
bracing, X-bracing or strapping. For
easy attachment, install continuous
row of blocking every 8' o.c.
maximum, and staggered.
Product code
Thickness
Depth
(in)
Effective
length
(in)
Packaging
Pcs./Bundle
Gauge Mils
Design
thickness
(in)
TDSB
18 43 0.0451 2-1/2
12
10
TDSB 16
TDSB 19.2
TDSB 24
Note: TDSB blocking is not required if sheathing is applied to the joists top and bottom.
Caution: To prevent joist rolling, TDSB blocking must be tied into the structure or
otherwise braced against lateral movement.
EasyClip™ QuickTwist™ WEB STIFFENER
EasyClip™ QuickTwist™ web
stiffeners are used to provide
reinforcement of joist webs
to prevent crippling. Web
reinforcement is often required
by design to enhance the load
capacity of joists. The unique
design of QuickTwist allows the
installer to insert the stiffener
on the inside of the joist after the
joist is installed. This stiffener
eliminates the need to pre-insert
traditional web stiffeners prior to
joist installation. The one-piece
assembly is easily rotated in-place
for a tight fit.
Product
code
Size (in)
Thickness
Height*
(in)
Packaging
Gauge Mils
Design
thickness (in)
QTWS 3-1/2 12 97 0.1017
7-1/4
Dependenton
orderquantity
8
9-1/4
10
11-1/4
12
14
QTWS 6 12 97 0.1017
7-1/4
Dependenton
orderquantity
8
9-1/4
10
11-1/4
12
14
*Dimension is nominal size. Actual product is shorter to fit inside joist.
LIGHTGAUGE CJOIST FRAMING
ClarkDietrich C-joist components
provide an economical, lightweight
alternative to open web trusses,
bar joists, engineered lumber,
cast-in-place or hollow core floor
assemblies. Plus, they're pre-cut to
save time. Depending on loads and
spans, C-joists are typically spaced
at 12," 16," 19.2" or 24" o.c. Joist-to-
girder attachments are normally
supported with joist hangers,
EasyClip E-Series™ or S-Series™
support clips. Web stieners may
be required at supports and other
point loads.
Product
code*
Member
Thickness
Depth
(in)
Flange
(in)
Return
(in)
Gauge Mils
Design
thickness (in)
CSJ
800S162-x 18 43 0.0451 8
1-5/8 1/2
1000S162-x 16 54 0.0566 10
1200S162-x 14 68 0.0713 12
1400S162-x 12 97 0.1017 14
CSW
800S200-x 18 43 0.0451 8
2 5/8
1000S200-x 16 54 0.0566 10
1200S200-x 14 68 0.0713 12
1400S200-x 12 97 0.1017 14
CSE
800S250-x 18 43 0.0451 8
2-1/2 5/8
1000S250-x 16 54 0.0566 10
1200S250-x 14 68 0.0713 12
1400S250-x 12 97 0.1017 14
CSS
800S300-x 18 43 0.0451 8
3 1
1000S300-x 16 54 0.0566 10
1200S300-x 14 68 0.0713 12
1400S300-x 12 97 0.1017 14
18 gauge is standard as 33ksi yield strength. 16, 14, and 12 gauge are standard as 50ksi
yield strength.