RUZ Retrofit U Hangers for Panelized Roof Construction

The RUZ Retrofit U Hanger is designed specifically to fit around existing Simpson panelized roof hangers such as the F or HFN series.

Also see the NRUZ series of retrofit hangers, which are designed specifically for use on nailers on steel trusses.

In some cases, existing panelized roof hangers may need replacement due to excessive gapping, damage incurred during field erection or corrosion from roof leaks or condensation. The RUZ allows you to quickly and effectively match the capacity of these hangers without having to remove the original connectors or disassemble the roof.

When installed with no more than a 1/8" gap between the original hanger and the purlin, the RUZ series provides equal or greater capacity than Simpson's F, HF and HFN series hangers. See table for data on gaps greater than 1/8".

Note: If retrofitting corroded hangers, the cause of moisture intrusion into the roof system must be determined and resolved before the hangers are installed.

Material: 16 gauge

Finish: G185 ZMAX® coating; see Corrosion Information.

Installation:

Tightly install RUZ hanger around existing panelized roof hanger.
Install fasteners as referenced in tables.
Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes.

All RU series hangers require a minimum 3x6 or double 2x6 purlin of Douglas Fir Larch or Southern Pine Lumber.
10dx2 1/8" nails are 0.148" dia. x 2 1/8" long. 10d common nails (0.148" dia. x 3" long) are also acceptable as header fasteners. 10dx1 1/2" nails are 0.148" dia. x 1 1/2" long.
Uplift has been increased 33% and 60% for wind or earthquake loading with no further increase allowed; reduce where other loads govern.

Existing Panelized Hanger Loads (for comparison)
Table

					Legacy Reports
	IAPMO ES ER	ICC-ES ESR	CITY OF LOS ANGELES	STATE OF FLORIDA	ICC-ES NER	ICC-ES ER	ICC-ES ES
RU24-2Z	No code listing. Please contact us for test data.
RU24Z	No code listing. Please contact us for test data.
RU34Z	No code listing. Please contact us for test data.
RU44Z	No code listing. Please contact us for test data.
RUZ	See specific model numbers for code listings.

* ESR-2523 is an Index of many of Simpson Strong-Tie Stamped and Welded Cold-formed Steel Products for Wood or Cold-formed Steel Construction

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	ORTHOGRAPHIC	PERSPECTIVE
RU24-2Z	None for this model	None for this model
RU24Z	None for this model	None for this model
RU34Z	None for this model	None for this model
RU44Z	None for this model	None for this model
RUZ	None for this model	None for this model