The NLB Fastening System is designed for connecting the top plate of non-load bearing walls to trusses or joists above. It allows for vertical movement of the trusses while providing lateral stability to the wall.

• The top plate of non-load bearing walls must be connected at the top to resist the code-required lateral loading of 5 pounds per square foot of wall area
• A gap must be left between the wall and the truss or joist to allow for vertical movement due to live loads and seasonal changes
• If built without a gap, loads can be transferred onto these walls that could cause serviceability issues leading to callbacks
• Currently this type of gapped connection requires a clip that must be installed from above the plate and sometimes from both sides of the truss

A very diversified mix of frequently needed building products is available from Tamlyn. We manufacture joist and truss hangers, brick ties, hurricane clips, straps, and holdowns, as well as special and custom welded hangers. Tamlyn structural products are ICC-listed and Florida Building Code-approved. We also make G-185 triple zinc connectors for use with the new ACQ treated wood products.