Simpson Strong-Tie, the industry leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, recently acquired Blue Heron Enterprises LLC and Fox Chase Enterprises LLC, manufacturers of the EB-TY and Lumber Loc hidden deck fastening systems. Since 2008, Simpson Strong-Tie has promoted and sold EB-TY fasteners and provided its screws with the EB-TY product offering.

Simpson Strong-Tie has a long history of ensuring high product quality through testing and a dedication to research and development. The company will continue this focus as it offers more hidden deck fastening solutions. It plans to invest in this product line to provide customers the best products and services in the industry.

“We are very excited about this opportunity to help our customers take advantage of the exceptional growth potential in the hidden deck fastening market. The outstanding quality and performance of the EB-TY and Lumber Loc lines fit in well with the Simpson Strong-Tie brand,” said Ed Sutt, vice president of fastening systems with Simpson Strong-Tie.