Installation Guide
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WARNING! 
Evoluon Framing System has two versions of joists. See Table of Contents and reference the 
Product Overview secon for specics on the dierent joists. It's important be aware of your job 
requirements as they have dierent span limitaons.  See Table of Contents and reference the 
Span Charts for span limitaons. 
Joists  
On both ends of the S-Ledger, and anywhere there's 
non-standard spacing, the F-50 Bracket is used to 
aach the joist in place of the Ledger Bracket. 
Aached using Evoluon self-drilling screws. 
Slide Joist onto the Ledger Bracket and secure with (1) Evoluon Self-Drilling Screw on each side. 
Installaon Tip: At mes, the joist may not slide right onto the Ledger Bracket.  In this case, use a mallet or 
hammer to tap the joist into place. Be sure to use a barrier board between the hammer/mallet and the joist to 
prevent damage. 










