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Timber Frame Connection Types: Traditional Mortise & Tenon Joinery vs. Steel Joinery Solutions

By Matt McGinnis, PE on December 02, 2025

Timber frames are defined not only by the warmth of their exposed wood, but by the way load moves through every truss member, posts, beams, and braces. Modern timber connections blend centuries-old joinery practices with today’s engineering requirements—especially when projects involve long spans, high environmental loads, complex geometries, or hybrid […]

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