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MiTek's New Hardy Frame "Picture Frame"
Double the Capacity of a Typical Special Moment Frame

With the SidePlate SMF Connection at four beam-column intersections, the Hardy Frame Picture Frame is designed to maximize frame capacity with the most economical column and beam sections.
HFPIC is designed to significantly increase lateral force 
capacity  and reduce earthquake lateral deformation.
Perfect for use in high Seismic Design  Categories

1. Hollow Structural Section (HSS)
      Resists lateral and torsional buckling to  eliminate beam bracing requirements for SMF's

2. SidePlate Technology
      AISC 358 Certified special moment connection provides efficiencies to reduce column
      and beam sections to minimize weight and size

3. Pre-attached wood nailers
      For shear transfer, connector attachments, surface finish nailing and backing

4. Pre-assembled, pre-welded Special Moment Frame
      For fast installation and quality control. Option for bolted column splice is available

5. Wide flange columns
      Provide efficient sections with least steel weight

6. SidePlates at Column Base
      Additional SIdePlate Special Moment Connections double the capacity

7. Pinned Base Anchorage
      Requires minimal footing size

8. Grade Beam
      Built-in HSS section replaces the need for a complex grade beam design and 
      eliminates associated field labor and material


Questions? We're here to help! Contact Hardy Frame Customer Service
Or call 800-754-3030,  we'd love to hear from you.