Patent ID: 7614188
Filing Date: 2009-11-10
Classification: E06B

Abstract:
1. An apparatus adapted to connect a first frame member to a second frame member and to be fixed to a structural support, comprising: a first end; a second end opposite the first end; a first leg disposed between the first and second ends, the first leg being adapted to receive a portion of the first frame member; a second leg disposed between the first and second ends, the second leg being adapted to receive a portion of the second frame member; a first receiving groove disposed in the first leg and forming a first pathway; a first receiving channel disposed in the first leg and in communication with the first receiving groove; a second receiving groove disposed in the second leg and forming a second pathway; a second receiving channel disposed in the second leg and in communication with the second receiving groove; and a nailing fin coupled to the first and second legs, wherein the nailing fin is adapted to be positioned adjacent the structural support and secured thereto with a fastener received through the nailing fin.