Date: |
19 Mar 2026, 12.00PM – 1.00PM |
duration: |
1 hr |
Location: |
Online |
Cost: |
Free event |
As mass timber buildings continue to increase in height and complexity, understanding the behaviour of linear joints becomes critical, particularly in relation to heat transfer, ignition risk, and the effectiveness of sealants. Fire and CLT: Linear Joints will explore how joint detailing influences fire performance in cross-laminated timber (CLT) structures.
Drawing on experimental testing of CLT slabs and walls with varying thicknesses, joint types, and sealing methods, this webinar will present practical insights into how joint configuration affects insulation and fire resistance. The session will support designers, engineers, and builders in making informed decisions when detailing CLT connections to achieve safer and more robust timber buildings.
Presenter bio:
Sebastian is a registered professional engineer specialising in timber design and construction. Based in Brisbane, he is the Local Technical Consultant Engineer for Rothoblaas, supporting the Australian and New Zealand markets with high-performance solutions for mass timber, light-frame timber, modular, prefab, and light steel construction. He is also a Partner Investigator with the ARC Advance Timber Hub, contributing to research on screwed connection performance and the durability of timber façades using high-performance breathable membranes.
The New Zealand Timber Design Society (TDS) invite you to join the next in their 2026 Webinar series, 'Fire and CLT: Linear Joints'.
As mass timber buildings continue to increase in height and complexity, understanding the behaviour of linear joints becomes critical, particularly in relation to heat transfer, ignition risk, and the effectiveness of sealants. Fire and CLT: Linear Joints will explore how joint detailing influences fire performance in cross-laminated timber (CLT) structures.
Drawing on experimental testing of CLT slabs and walls with varying thicknesses, joint types, and sealing methods, this webinar will present practical insights into how joint configuration affects insulation and fire resistance. The session will support designers, engineers, and builders in making informed decisions when detailing CLT connections to achieve safer and more robust timber buildings.
Presenter bio:
Sebastian is a registered professional engineer specialising in timber design and construction. Based in Brisbane, he is the Local Technical Consultant Engineer for Rothoblaas, supporting the Australian and New Zealand markets with high-performance solutions for mass timber, light-frame timber, modular, prefab, and light steel construction. He is also a Partner Investigator with the ARC Advance Timber Hub, contributing to research on screwed connection performance and the durability of timber façades using high-performance breathable membranes.
