Simpson Strong-Tie SSWBS18 Description

The Strong-Wall Anchor Bolt Stabilizer ensures accurate concrete placement and stabilization for steel strong-wall shearwalls.

Simpson Strong-Tie SSWBS18 Includes

• (1) Strong-Wall Anchor Bolt Stabilizer

Simpson Strong-Tie SSWBS18 Features

• Used with SSWTEL extended leg template, allows for placement of the SSW flush to the inside face of 2×6 framed exterior walls
• Different widths match SSWT anchor bolt templates
• Holes to accommodate 1/2″-diameter dowels (not supplied) for stabilization

Simpson Strong-Tie SSWBS18 Applications

• Seismic (new construction)
• Seismic retrofit
• Anchorage solutions
• Shearwalls
• Wood/residential construction

Simpson Strong-Tie SSWBS18 Installation Overview

1. Use two bolt stabilizers for each SSW anchor assembly; one at the embedded plate washer and the other above the template
2. Drive 1/2″-diameter dowels (not supplied) down through the bolt stabilizers and into the ground to ensure plumb installation of the anchors and prevent movement during concrete placement
3. Immediately following concrete placement, remove the dowels for reuse in other locations

Simpson Strong-Tie SSWBS18 Specifications

NOTE: Templates are recommended and are required in some jurisdictions. Foundation design by designer.