Apprentice Training, structural & framing

Parallel Strand Lumber (PSL) Ridge Beam & Rafter Hangers

3-1/2 x 14 in PSL ridge beam, Simpson HU410 face-mount hangers, and 1-3/4 x 9-1/2 in LVL rafters

Time: 2 h
People: Two
Level

Before you start

Clear 3 × 2.5 m of floor and lay out the parts.
15 parts and 64 fasteners in 5 steps.
You'll want a claw hammer and a spanners and a tape measure and a drill and a marker and a spirit level.
Ensure all specified hanger nail holes are filled; omitting nails into PSL reduces structural roof uplift resistance.
Do not bevel cut LVL rafters undersized; rafter heel must fully engage the hanger seat.

Apprentice Training & Risk NoticeEducational training demonstration only. Risk: Real-world structural lumber sizing, spans, and fastener schedules carry legal liability and must comply with local building codes (IRC/IBC/OSHA) and certified engineering.

Apprentice Training, structural & framing

Parallel Strand Lumber (PSL) Ridge Beam & Rafter Hangers

3-1/2 x 14 in PSL ridge beam, Simpson HU410 face-mount hangers, and 1-3/4 x 9-1/2 in LVL rafters

Time: 2 h
People: Two
Level

Before you start

Clear 3 × 2.5 m of floor and lay out the parts.
15 parts and 64 fasteners in 5 steps.
You'll want a claw hammer and a spanners and a tape measure and a drill and a marker and a spirit level.
Ensure all specified hanger nail holes are filled; omitting nails into PSL reduces structural roof uplift resistance.
Do not bevel cut LVL rafters undersized; rafter heel must fully engage the hanger seat.