Wedge anchors for cracked, uncracked concrete

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Strong-Bolt 2 type 316 stainless steel wedge
Manasquan Premium Fasteners, a provider of stainless steel fasteners to the residential, commercial and marine construction industries, has expanded its product line with the addition of Strong-Bolt 2 type 316 stainless steel wedge anchors by Simpson Strong-Tie.

The Strong-Bolt 2 represents the next generation solution for cracked and uncracked concrete. Rigorous testing according to ICC-ES acceptance criteria earned classification as a Category 1 anchor, the highest category for performance in cracked concrete under static and seismic loading. The anchor is code listed by ICC-ES under 2009 IBC requirements for post-installed anchors in cracked and uncracked concrete.

The Strong-Bolt 2 is available in several lengths in 3/8-, ½-, 5/8- and ¾-inch diameters. For more information, visit www.ManasquanFasteners.com.
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