JOISTREPAIR iJoist Notch Reinforcer Instruction Manual

: June 15, 2024
: JOISTREPAIR

Table of Contents

KITS INCLUDES
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Documents / Resources

JOISTREPAIR iJoist Notch Reinforcer

KITS INCLUDES

1x Web Plate
1x Flange
14 x 1.5” Torx Structural Fasteners
1x) 3/16” Pilot Drill Dit
1x) Torx T25 Driver

Details:

Skyline iJoist Notch Reinforcers when installed according to instructions are designed to restore the full strength of iJoists assuming the following:

Maximum floor dead load is 12psf and maximum live load is 40psf (PSF = Pounds per square foot).
The Flange and Web substrate removed does not exceed the opening provided by the iJoist Reinforcer.
The iJoist spacing is 16″ on center or less (if greater that 16″ o.c. the iJoist Notch Reinforcer is still beneficial and may restore full strength to the iJoist depending on the length of the iJoist span (Please contact us for further information).
The iJoist sizing and span is in accordance with good engineering practices and/or tables provided in the buiding code.

INSTALLATION NOTES:

a) Reinforcer may be installed with the notch either up, or down.
b) Construction adhesive is not required but can be used.
c) Fasteners will protrude through the web substrate – this is acceptible, however wood may be used on the opposite side for fastener penetration.
d) For installation with Flange against the underside of the floor, though not required, fasteners may be installed to secure the flange to the floor above for additional compression support. Fasteners are not provided for this.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Postion the steel iJoist Flange on the joist flange centered on the opening. Install one fastener on each end of the steel Flange leaving the fasteners loose enough to allow a small amount of play. (see page 2)
Place the Web Plate against the substrate and slide it behind the Flange. Use one fastener at each end of the Web Plate and attach it the through the steel Flange. Install a fastener at each outside lower corner of the Web Plate. Leave the fasteners loose enough to allow a small amount of play.
Complete the installation by (a) tightening loose fasteners, (b) pre-drilling and installing the remaining fasteners.