The Timba Tie was designed in NZ by David Reid, a typical kiwi builder frustrated with using “z nail” or “wire dogs”. We hope you find them as easy to use as he does.
The Timba Tie is an acceptable alternative to ordinary pile to bearer connection (figure 6.3c) NZS3604 and purlin to rafter connection (joint T table 2.2 NZS3604).
Each tie can be used for left or right fixing instead of the traditional “z nail” or “wire dog”.
Available in Galvanised Steel and 304 Stainless Steel. Each pack of 50 ties comes with: 100 x 12g 35 hex washer face type 17 Fortress screws
Patent pending in New Zealand and Australia. NZ Patent # 741857 | Australian Patent # 2016327438.
Independently tested in NZ to meet NZS 3604.
The Timba Tie was designed in NZ by David Reid, a typical kiwi builder frustrated with using “z nail” or “wire dogs”. We hope you find them as easy to use as he does.
Independently tested in NZ to meet NZS 3604.
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