Webinar Wednesday: Optimizing Mass Timber Connections for Higher Performance with the Rothoblaas Sharp Plate.

Join us for an engaging 1-hour free webinar showcasing Rothoblaas Solutions in architecture, engineering, and timber technology.

Connect with industry experts and explore cutting-edge tools shaping the future of sustainable timber construction!

Join us for an in-depth session with Prof. Roland Maderebner, who will present his cutting-edge research on Sharp Metal technology, a breakthrough in timber connection design. Sharp Metal is a thin, toothed steel plate that functions like "metal glue," providing the stiffness of a surface-bonded connection while retaining the ductility of partially threaded screws. Prof. Maderebner will explain the mechanics behind this hybrid system, discuss test results showing up to a 500% increase in shear capacity, and share insights into minimizing splitting, reducing spacing requirements, and improving load distribution across timber members.

This webinar is ideal for structural engineers, designers, and builders interested in optimizing mass timber connections for higher performance. Attendees will learn about the engineering principles, third-party certified performance data, and real-world applications of Sharp Metal in CLT floors, roof assemblies, light-frame walls, and point-supported slab systems. Expect practical guidance, live installation demonstrations, and a look into future innovations that can make your timber structures stiffer, safer, and easier to assemble.

Rothoblaas Sharp Plate: Optimizing Mass Timber Connections