GERW CE Certified Rafter Connector

The Simpson Strong-Tie GERW Gerber connector is designed for structural timber beam connections where load transfer between timber members is required. The connector is suitable for common Gerber beam assemblies and can transfer loads in multiple directions, including vertical and longitudinal beam forces.

Manufactured from S250GD steel with a Z275 galvanized coating according to DIN EN standards, the connector provides reliable corrosion protection and durability for structural timber applications. The hot-dip galvanizing layer thickness is approximately 55 μm in accordance with DIN EN 1461.

GERW connectors are suitable for timber cross-sections with heights from 90 mm to 420 mm. Depending on the structural requirements, both partial and full nailing can be used, allowing flexible installation and optimized load capacity.

Key Features:

• Gerber beam connector for timber structures
• Transfers loads in three directions
• Suitable for force redirection applications
• Compatible with timber cross-sections from 90 mm to 420 mm
• S250GD steel construction
• Z275 galvanized corrosion protection
• Approximate galvanizing thickness: 55 μm
• Suitable for partial or full nailing
• Optimized load-bearing performance

Application & Usage

The GERW connector is designed for timber beam connections where structural loads must be transferred safely between members.

Typical applications include:

• Timber frame construction
• Beam-to-beam connections
• Gerber beam systems
• Roof structures
• Timber engineering projects
• Structural timber assemblies
• Load transfer and force redirection connections

Installation

For timber construction, the connector can be installed using:

• CNA 4.0 mm annular ring-shank nails
• CSA 5.0 mm connector screws

Partial or full fastening may be selected according to structural design requirements.