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Understanding the Challenge CLT consists of multiple layers of timber stacked in alternating directions. The grains run parallel to their length, providing excellent structural integrity against forces parallel to the…

Timber is a natural, “living” material, which means it comes with inherent variability in its physical and mechanical properties. One of the most important characteristics engineers must account for is…

Over the last few years, the CLT Toolbox team has conducted hundreds of demos with structural engineers, and engaged in countless meetings with suppliers across the globe. Throughout this journey,…

Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) walls are engineered wood panels composed of multiple layers of lumber boards arranged crosswise and bonded together. CLT walls exhibit a high vertical load-bearing capacity compared to…

Beam Penetration in mass timber involves carefully planning and executing circular or rectangular openings in beams to integrate essential services. Those openings are used for transferring electrical conduits, plumbing pipes,…

This year has been an incredible journey for CLT Toolbox. We’ve welcomed thousands of engineering users to the platform and proudly partnered with 17 supplier partners (on track to surpass…

As mass timber technologies have advanced, new challenges have emerged, particularly in understanding the material’s performance in diverse conditions such as horizontal stability, fire exposure, and long-span applications. Codes, design...

As the construction industry increasingly turns to sustainable materials, Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) has emerged as a leading choice for structural applications in building construction Hildebrandt J, et al. 2017 ….

Introduction: Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) is increasingly popular in modern construction due to its sustainability and structural robustness. A crucial aspect of designing CLT floors involves the accurate calculation of point…