Moment-resisting timber connections

A timber column that transfers a moment to a cantilevering beam via a steel plate and bolts looks simple — yet no version of Eurocode 5 contains a calculation method for this connection type. Choose below the version that suits your role.

Van den Bossche T. · 2026 Eurocode reference: EN 1995-1-1, EN 1990
Tom Van den Bossche

Tom Van den Bossche

Experienced civil engineer with 30 years of specialisation in the stability of timber-frame construction. Member of the Belgian EC5 mirror committee.