Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, will feature a range of hardware, fasteners and tools during the JLC LIVE show, March 27–29 in Providence, Rhode Island. In addition, the company will host the Decks Done Right Education Series by StrongPro, live learning sessions taught by industry experts and engineers.
At Booth 1027, attendees can see and learn about Simpson Strong-Tie’s vast range of deck and exterior tools and fasteners, including:
• Outdoor Accents® DIY Pergola Hardware Kit: This kit contains all the connectors and fasteners needed for crafting a strong, stylish pergola up to 10' x 10'.
• Quik Drive® Project Pro™ Screw Driving Tool: This auto-feed screw driving tool attaches easily to nearly any cordless drill or driver for fastening decks, fences, porches and flooring up to four times faster than using traditional drivers alone.
• Quik Drive® Systems: Collated-screw fastening tools for faster, reliable installation, along with application-designed screws for decking and subflooring.
• Deck-Drive™ Exterior Wood Screws
• Strong-Drive® Exterior Wood Screws
Booth visitors can also sign up for Simpson Strong Tie’s StrongPro community, where backyard builders have opportunities to network, share insights and learn from industry experts and peers. StrongPro members have access to numerous resources, including an expert Simpson Strong-Tie support team; an exclusive email newsletter, with topics ranging from project design ideas to installation tips to business advice; and a private social media group.
On March 28, next door at Booth 1031, Simpson Strong-Tie will host a series of StrongPro education sessions on decking topics, hosted by industry and in-house specialists:
• Footings, Post Bases and Beams, 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
• The State of Framing 2025 (with Tim Uhler of Awesome Framers), 11:00 a.m. – noon
• Rot, Decay and Corrosion (featuring Eddy Longshore of Culpeper Wood Preservers), 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• The State of Decks 2025 (with Tony Mcklem of Hollywood Decks and Garrett Davis of Life of Bub), 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• Ledgers, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
For more information, visit www.strongtie.com.