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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…

In Mass Timber buildings, glued laminated timber (GLT), also known as glulam, is a versatile and high-strength material that offers flexibility for architects and engineers. Notches in beams can occur…

Introduction In dealing with timber structures, the use of screws in connecting different members has become a very best practice. The applied loads on these screws can be decomposed to…

Australian Engineers can now design mass timber buildings for FREE! We’ve made five calculators free that allow you to design various mass timber structures, including apartments, hotels, offices, and more.  …

Introduction Mass timber buildings incorporate a diverse array of fastening systems, including screws, nails, bolts, and staples. Screws are gaining favor due to their significant engineering and architectural benefits.  With…