Connector device, system and method for constructing a roof for a building
View Patent ↗The present disclosure relates to connecting devices and systems for constructing a structure. Specifically, the present disclosure relates to a connector device and system useful for joining structural elements together for constructing a roof on a building. The present disclosure provides embodiments of connectors which are used to secure roof purlins to rafters and/or trusses to enhance the structural integrity of the roof.
1. A connector for joining structural elements together for constructing a roof, the connector comprising:
a base having a center section with a first longitudinal edge and a second opposing longitudinal edge;
a first side panel connected to the first longitudinal edge of the center section;
a second side panel connected to the second longitudinal opposing edge of the center section;
wherein the first side panel and second side panel are in planer alignment to one another and configured for joining at least two structural framing members together in a straight plane configuration;
a first wing extending from a top of the first edge of the center section and outward from and perpendicular to the first side panel;
a second wing extending from a top of the second edge of the center section and outward from and perpendicular to the second side panel,
wherein the connector further comprises a first tab extending perpendicular from an upper edge of the first side panel and a second tab extending perpendicular from an upper edge of the second side panel;
wherein the first tab extends outward and perpendicular from the upper edge of the first side panel in an opposite direction from the first wing; and,
wherein the second tab extends outward and perpendicular from the upper edge of the second side panel in an opposite direction from the second wing.
2. The connector of claim 1 , wherein the center section further includes a raised central ridge having multiple openings for receiving fasteners.
3. The connector of claim 2 , wherein the first wing and the second wing extend in an outward direction opposite to the raised central ridge of the center section.
4. The connector of claim 1 , wherein the connector is configured for engagement with a structural member in a vertical position.
5. The connector of claim 1 , wherein the connector is configured for securing the two joined structural framing members together in perpendicular arrangement to another structural member for constructing a roof.