WoodWorks®
Connections
$60 /yearly subscription (USD)
A 10-day trial period activates upon installation
- Model single-shear or double-shear wood-to-wood, wood-to-steel and wood-to-concrete connections with multiple configurations
- terates through fastener database and produces a material list for fastener options
- Generates a detailed and transparent display of connection analysis and design results
- Produces fully dimensioned drawings with some drawings exportable as .dxf files for use in AutoCAD
- Includes editable database to add or modify custom wood materials
Software Edition
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WoodWorks®
Sizer
WoodWorks® Sizer – Size beams, joists, columns, wall studs and panels constructed from lumber, timber, glulam, structural composite lumber, I-joists and CLT.
$210 /yearly subscription (USD)
A 10-day trial period activates upon installation
Software Edition
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WoodWorks®
Shearwalls
WoodWorks® Shearwalls, design light wood frame structures up to 6 storeys. At the push of a button, wind and seismic loads are generated, forces are distributed, and shearwalls are designed.
$250 /yearly subscription (USD)
A 10-day trial period activates upon installation
Software Edition
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Why professionals use it?
WoodWorks Software® is developed by Canadian Wood Council staff with expert knowledge and experiences with building codes and wood design standards.
Stay ahead with free software updates. Benefit from updates to the latest building codes and design features as they become available.
Concurrent Licensing
Use a single license across multiple users without additional fees. Each license purchased grants one simultaneous use of the software.
Free Technical Support
Get expert assistance at no cost whenever you need it. Our dedicated support team is ready to help you maximize the value of your WoodWorks® license.
Design Proprietary Wood Products
Add and design proprietary wood products (e.g., structural composite lumber, I-joists with ease).
Explore New Possibilities
There’s a New Way to Design Wood Buildings
Always Compliant with Canada and US Regulations
Built to align with Canada’s CSA O86 and NBC, as well as US codes and standards including IBC, ASCE-7, NDS, and SDPWS. Your projects meet safety and quality standards.
Access free technical support and resources to navigate wood design through WoodWorks Software® with ease and efficiency.
Access cutting-edge tools, resources, and expert guidance to navigate every stage of planning, design, and execution with ease and efficiency.
Easy to Use and Flexible Subscription Options
Enjoy user-friendly features and flexible subscription options designed to fit the needs of your project and your budget.
WoodWorks Connections | US Edition
Documentation
WoodWorks Connections System Requirements
*Currently not compatible with tablets and touch screen laptops.
| System Requirements | Minimum | Recommended | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Processor Speed |
1 GHz |
2 GHz |
Single core; or equivalent performance in multiple core processors |
|
RAM |
1 GB |
4 GB |
|
|
Screen Resolution (px) |
1024×768 |
1440×900 |
Wide screen, adjust for other aspect ratios. Does not support screen resolutions with a width greater than 2800 pixels. Cannot be reliably used on 4K systems |
|
Free Hard Drive Space |
80 MB |
150 MB |
Minimum is for download and installation; recommended includes 100 typical project files. |
Required Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows Home, Pro, Enterprise and Education/SE editions
Microsoft Windows Home, Pro, Enterprise and Education/SE editions
Software Versions & Building Codes
Canadian Versions
Version 2020 (v.11) – Released December 2020: Conforms to the CSA O86-19 and the NBC 2015
Update 5: Released Sept 2024: Conforms to the CSA O86-19, NBC 2015, NBC 2020 (Sizer)
Update 4: Released Dec 2023: Conforms to the CSA O86-19 and the NBC 2015
Update 3: Released June 2022: Conforms to the CSA O86-19 and the NBC 2015
Update 2: Released April 2021: Conforms to the CSA O86-19 and the NBC 2015
Update 1: Released March 2021: Conforms to the CSA O86-19 and the NBC 2015
Version 10 – Released Feb 2018: Conforms to the CSA O86-14 (Updates 1 and 2) and the NBC 2015
Version 9 – Released Sep 2014: Conforms to the CSA O86-09/CSA O86-14 and NBC 2010
Version History
US Versions
Version 2023 (v.13) – Released Dec 2022: Conforms to NDS 2018, IBC 2021, ASCE 7-16 and SDPWS 2021
Version 2019 (v.12) – Released Dec 2019: Conforms to NDS 2018, IBC 2018, ASCE 7-16 and SDPWS 2015
Update 4: Released October 2021: Conforms to NDS 2018, IBC 2018, ASCE 7-16 and SDPWS 2015
Update 3: Released September 2021: Conforms to NDS 2018, IBC 2018, ASCE 7-16 and SDPWS 2015
Update 2: Released June 2021: Conforms to NDS 2018, IBC 2018, ASCE 7-16 and SDPWS 2015
Update 1: Released May 2020: Conforms to NDS 2018, IBC 2018, ASCE 7-16 and SDPWS 2015
Version 11 – Released Nov 2016: Conforms to NDS 2015, IBC 2015, ASCE 7-10 and SDPWS 2015
Version History
Training Videos
WoodWorks Connections System Requirements
*Currently not compatible with tablets and touch screen laptops.
| System Requirements | Minimum | Recommended | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Processor Speed |
1 GHz |
2 GHz |
Single core; or equivalent performance in multiple core processors |
|
RAM |
1 GB |
4 GB |
|
|
Screen Resolution (px) |
1024×768 |
1440×900 |
Wide screen, adjust for other aspect ratios. Does not support screen resolutions with a width greater than 2800 pixels. Cannot be reliably used on 4K systems |
|
Free Hard Drive Space |
80 MB |
150 MB |
Minimum is for download and installation; recommended includes 100 typical project files. |
Required Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows Home, Pro, Enterprise and Education/SE editions
Microsoft Windows Home, Pro, Enterprise and Education/SE editions
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WoodWorks® Sizer
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$210 /yearly 10-day trial period available.
WoodWorks® Shearwalls
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$250 /yearly 10-day trial period available.
WoodWorks® Connections
With WoodWorks® Sizer, size beams, joists…
$60 /yearly 10-day trial period available.
