Melbourne, Australia 27/08/24: CLT Toolbox, an innovative leader in mass timber engineering has announced the launch of a free version of its groundbreaking software. Designed to advance the adoption of sustainable timber construction across Australia, this new version of CLT Toolbox offers engineers, students, and timber enthusiasts’ access to cutting-edge tools and educational resources, empowering a new generation to contribute to a sustainable future.
The construction industry faces a critical challenge in reducing embodied carbon, a significant contributor to global carbon emissions. Traditional building materials like concrete and steel are major culprits. CLT Toolbox addresses this challenge by providing software solutions that simplify and automate the design of mass timber structures. Mass timber is a sustainable, low-carbon alternative that offers significant environmental benefits.
“There are over 10,000 structural engineers in Australia, yet only a small fraction specialise in timber,” said CLT Toolbox CEO Adam Jones. “Our mission is to close this gap by equipping engineers with the tools and knowledge to confidently design with timber, ensuring they can offer sustainable options to their clients.
In Australia, the free version offers essential features for member design, calculating loads, and evaluating the structural integrity of timber elements. With this comprehensive suite of tools, engineers can perform preliminary designs for entire mass timber office or apartment buildings. The software’s embedded educational resources and automated design computations are designed to guide even novice engineers to produce expert-level structural designs.
CLT Toolbox’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond just offering software. “We are committed to growing Australia’s mass timber category by educating concrete and steel specialists on the benefits of timber. By broadening the skill sets of engineers, CLT Toolbox ensures that when a client seeks a sustainable option, engineers are equipped to deliver,” said Jones.
“Access to the free version has been made possible through the support of leading mass timber suppliers, including ASH, Timberlink, CUSP, XLam, KLH & Xlam Dolomiti. The timber industry has come together to form a strong collaborative unit capable of making mass timber a mainstream material. We’re proud of the diverse industry partners who share our vision and support our mission to foster innovation, sustainability, and excellence in timber construction.”
What our partners say:
“Offering a freemium version of CLT Toolbox gives structural engineers access to design modules, helping them quickly and confidently design projects using engineered timber. This tool reinforces Timberlink's commitment to making sustainable timber products more accessible in the construction industry,” said GM Technical & Sales of NeXTimber/Timberlink Jeremy Church.
“As a CLT Toolbox partner, we’re pleased with the free software version's launch. The integration of KLH® - CLT simplifies design with KLH® elements, offering a user-friendly interface for quick calculations, including fire resistance. This partnership enhances our customers' design experience,” Area Sales Manager for KLH Markus Janko.
"At Australian Sustainable Hardwoods (ASH), we see the free CLT Toolbox software as transformative. It empowers engineers with tools to innovate and optimise their projects, simplifies calculations, and improves design efficiency. By expanding timber use, we contribute to sustainable building practices and broader adoption of eco-friendly solutions,” said Engineering Design Manager for Australian Sustainable Hardwoods Nathan Benbow.
For more information, please visit https://clttoolbox.com/ or contact corey.jones@clttoolbox.com.au
About CLT Toolbox CLT Toolbox is a leader in the development of software solutions for mass timber engineering. The company’s mission is to revolutionise the construction industry by providing tools that facilitate the adoption of sustainable timber materials, helping to reduce the environmental impact of building projects worldwide.