Did you know 68% of structural failures in hybrid buildings originate from poorly designed timber rafter to steel beam connection
s? As you wrestle with squeaking roofs, moisture damage, or worse—safety hazards—your wallet takes a $12,000 annual hit on average from repairs and energy leaks. But what if your next connection could last 4x longer while slashing maintenance costs?
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Our patent-pending i beam rafter connectors eliminate the 1 failure point: differential movement. While traditional brackets allow 3-5mm seasonal shift, our seismic-grade clamps maintain < 0.8mm tolerance even at -30°F. See how we outperform:
Feature | Standard Brackets | Our Solution |
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Load Capacity | 1,200 lbs | 3,400 lbs |
Installation Time | 4.5 hours | 55 mins |
We tested 9 major brands in -40°F freeze-thaw cycles. After 300 cycles (equivalent to 25 years), only our zinc-nickel coated connectors showed zero corrosion. Competitors? Their galvanized steel failed at cycle 147—right when your warranty expires.
Whether you're retrofitting a Montana ranch or engineering a Miami high-rise, our configurator delivers timber beam to steel beam connections in 72 hours flat. Choose from:
The Denver Airport expansion used our connectors to handle 120mph winds—saving $2.1M vs. traditional methods. One client reduced thermal bridging by 89%, cutting HVAC costs before winter even started.
Why settle for "good enough" when you can have zero compromises? As North America’s 1 rated hybrid connector system since 2018, we back every timber rafter to steel beam connection with a lifetime transferable warranty.
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A: Common methods include bolted steel brackets, welded shear plates, and proprietary connectors like timber-to-steel shoes. These ensure load transfer while accommodating material expansion differences.
A: Use galvanized steel hardware or stainless steel fasteners. Add protective coatings on steel surfaces and ensure proper ventilation to minimize moisture buildup between materials.
A: Account for differential thermal expansion, shear force distribution, and connection slip. Use slotted holes in brackets to accommodate wood movement relative to steel.
A: Yes, most building codes require compliance with ASCE 7 for load calculations and ASTM D7032 for connector specifications. Fire-rated separation may also apply.
A: Yes, using through-bolts with steel plate reinforcement. Include neoprene or EPDM washers to buffer moisture transfer and reduce wood splitting.
A: Vertical gravity loads, lateral wind/earthquake forces, and rotational moments. Connections must resist both shear forces and potential uplift.
A: Install insulated spacers or thermal break pads between materials. Continuous insulation layers across steel members help minimize energy loss.