Stronger than ever. New HDUE™ Holdown.
The patent-pending HDUE is our next-generation holdown, featuring several key innovations. Engineered to handle higher loads, it is an easy one-to-one replacement for our existing, industry-leading HDU.
Angled fastening in larger sizes achieves higher allowable loads with fewer fasteners.
Engineered for higher load capacity, our new patent-pending HDUE holdown is ideal for meeting the higher design demands of today’s residential wood structures, such as three-story homes with more windows and reduced area for shearwalls. The HDUE provides exceptional overturning resistance for shearwalls, braced wall panels and other lateral force-resisting applications in wood construction. The HDUE is available in six sizes to meet a wide range of load requirements.
Key Features
- Predeflected seat eliminates deflection under load
- Angled fastening in the four larger sizes engages the screws in tension for higher load capacity, reducing the number of screws required
- Angled fastening tabs help drive fastener at a 45° angle, and offset holes on the second back plate block the fastener from being driven straight
- Overlapping back plate increases fastener strength and shear values, helping prevent post splitting
- Optimized screw patterns reduce splitting at the end of the post and maximize individual fastener capacity
- Installs with Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws
Put a Stronger Holdown to Work.
The HDUE has angled fasteners and an extruded seat for added strength. Tested per ICC-ES AC155, higher capacity models uniquely combine fasteners in both shear and tension, while reducing the number of screws required. Plus, teardrop-shaped holes allow greater and more even distribution of load. The HDUE is fast and easy to install using Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, which reduce fastener slip and allow wood posts to maintain a greater net section than bolts. The HDUE17 features a patent-pending solid aluminum washer which enables it to achieve 22% higher loads than the HDU14.
New design delivers higher loads, faster installation.
The HDUE is widely available in a range of sizes and backed by our expert service and support.
