Webinar | Mass Timber: A Structural Engineer's Guide
This session will cover:
- material science for mass timber
- connection design
- structural member sizing
- next steps
This session will be held through ON24.
For any questions about this event, please contact [email protected].
About the presenter
Patrick Geers brings more than 24 years of expertise in mass timber engineering to his role at Western Archrib, where he leads the design of innovative structural systems and maintains the company's exceptional quality standards. A passionate carpenter with degrees from both Canadian and German institutions, Patrick combines hands-on craftsmanship with advanced engineering knowledge.
His international career spans positions in Austria and Germany, providing him with unique cross-cultural perspectives on structural design and community-centered architecture. Patrick currently serves on multiple technical committees including the CSA 086 Committee for Wood Design Standards and acts as an industry advisor to the Advanced Research in Timber Systems group at the University of Alberta.
His work focuses on creating sustainable structures that navigate challenging environments while connecting communities. Through his leadership in both technical innovation and quality assurance, Patrick continues to advance the possibilities of mass timber construction for buildings that serve as community anchors and exemplars of sustainable design.
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