New methods of connecting timber to timber and timber to other materials have been instrumental in widening the range of applications for Timberbond's glulam. Glulam can be connected at the joint locations using a variety of methods ranging from traditional bolt based detailing and modern epoxy adhesives through to intricate large scale finger jointed connections which act as moment splice joints.

The variety of framing connections are really only limited by the designer's imagination. They can be discrete or a bold architectural statement which can add the finishing touch to a building.

Structural connections are vital to the success of long span structures and careful attention to detail and consideration of construction techniques can result in significant savings in labour and plant hire. In determining connection details the following aspects should be considered:

• Standardisation
• Ease of assembly
• Ttolerances
• Suitability of erection procedure
• Fire resistance
• Aesthetics.

Following are examples and design tips for connections. Connections however are only limited to the imagination of the designer and can provide dramatic architectural statements.