Created on: 24 March 2025
Sheet metal components for timber construction are individually shaped metal parts that are specially manufactured for connecting, reinforcing or protecting timber structures. Sheet metal components are frequently used in modern timber construction, enabling a variety of component connections. They are characterised by different properties, such as material, shape, function, fastening method and area of application. They are largely made of galvanised steel, stainless steel or aluminium to ensure corrosion protection and durability.
In addition, sheet metal fittings differ in their functionality and, depending on the application, meet specific load requirements and building regulations. The biggest advantage is that sheet metal fittings are available in most hardware store and are particularly inexpensive to purchase. Universal wood connectors include, for example, perforated panels and perforated panel strips. Joist hanger, on the other hand, fall into the category of special connectors – they are used for connections between main and secondary beams and between a main beam and a concrete wall.
The installation of sheet metal components can be carried out easily using anchor nails or angle bracket screws from our product range, thanks to the perforated holes.
If you’d like to learn more about our wide range of screws and fasteners for timber connectors, check out the video below for valuable tips and tricks:
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.
In the video ‘Timber construction technology – sheet metal fittings’, I show the above-mentioned products in detail once again and explain the applications for which they can be used and their special features.
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