RPBZ bracket

By Patrick McCombe

Carports, pergolas, and trellises are vulnerable to strong winds or earthquakes, which can toss these top-heavy structures about, endangering people and property. Simpson Strong-Tie’s new RPBZ ($5 each) solves this problem. The same bracket can be used to secure double 2x4s as well as 4x4s and 6x6s, and is either attached to concrete footings with threaded rod set in epoxy, or to wood-framed decks using structural screws. The product has a thick zinc coating for corrosion resistance and can be used with Simpson’s CPS composite plastic standoff (sold separately for $4 to $7) to prevent the post from wicking water.

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