Sheet metal components – more than just basic connectors

One major advantage of sheet metal connectors is that they do not weaken the cross-section of the timber elements. Due to the special perforation of the sheet metal components, they can be used to create timber-to-timber or timber-to-concrete connections. A potential drawback, however, is the visible appearance of the connectors, as they are installed externally.

In addition to standard sheet metal components, Eurotec offers innovative solutions: if standard connectors are insufficient in such cases, reach their static limits or are unsuitable in terms of shape and therefore need to be optimised, sheet metal fittings are further developed to make them suitable for use in tailor-made solutions in timber engineering. Modern fastening systems for the load cases that occur in timber frame construction or solid timber construction are the new fastening concepts here. These include, for example, the 45-degree screw connection or the specially developed perforation, which achieves enormous tensile and shear forces.