Modelling Guide for Timber Structures

October 11, 2022

A new Modelling Guide for Timber Structures has been released by FP Innovations -a private not-for-profit organization that specializes in the creation of solutions in support of the Canadian forest sector’s global competitiveness. This one-of-a-kind document gathers state-of-the-art information on the structural analysis of timber construction, providing practicing engineers with modern and innovative design tools that will facilitate the construction of taller and larger wood buildings.

The guide was developed in collaboration with specialists from 13 countries, with contributions from our in-house experts. Associate Principal and mass timber specialist Robert Jackson lent his expertise to the chapter on Mass Timber Structures, while Carla Dickof, an Associate and seasoned industry author, contributed to the chapter on Connections.

This guide is a must-have for structural engineers, architects, building officials, code enforcement officers, and software companies. Download a copy here.