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Live Deck Collapse

Simpson Strong-Tie Stages Live Deck Collapse

Many Americans view adding a deck to their home as a simple, do-it-yourself project. However, since 2003, there have been thousands of reported injuries and more than 20 deaths as a result of deck collapses. To help raise awareness about the prevalence of deck collapses and promote code-compliant deck construction, Simpson Strong-Tie will stage a live deck collapse onsite.

The demonstration features two side-by-side decks, each 8 ft wide by 6 ft deep and 7 ft tall. Although the decks look similar, one is safe and the other is not. Come see if you can tell the difference while learning about the common causes of deck failure and the five warnings signs of an unsafe deck. We also will discuss the critical connections on a safe, code-compliant deck.

Schedule:    Thursday, October 13 | 1:00pm 
    Friday, October 14 | 1:00pm 
Location:    Booth 2421 

For more information about deck safety, visit the Simpson Strong-Tie Deck Center www.strongtie.com/deckcenter.

  

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