Toothed Plate / GEKA

Press-in dowels, anchor dowels & GEKA connectors – high-capacity solutions for timber joints

Press-in dowels, anchor dowels and GEKA connectors are proven fasteners for transferring shear and uplift/tensile forces in engineered timber construction. Used in wood-to-wood and wood-to-steel/concrete joints, they deliver reliable load transfer with compact geometry and quick installation.

Press-in dowels

Available as one-sided and two-sided versions, press-in dowels increase bearing area and improve force distribution in bolted connections. They are ideal where high shear capacity and repeatable assembly are required.

Anchor dowels

Anchor dowels are designed for demanding joints with elevated loads. Combined with matching bolts/screws and verified design, they provide robust resistance to shear and tensile actions in structural details.

GEKA connectors

GEKA connectors (one-sided and two-sided) are durable specialty connectors for timber joints. Their defined geometries enable fast, precise installation and dependable force transfer in compact connection details.

Main benefits

• High load-bearing capacity in shear and uplift/tension
• Consistent, repeatable installation with defined geometries
• Compact design for tight connection details
• Corrosion-protected variants for long service life
• Broad range of sizes and versions for project-specific requirements

Typical applications

• Timber frame and hall construction
• Wood-to-wood and wood-to-steel/concrete joints
• Beam splices, plates/sills, purlins and bracing details

Discover press-in dowels, anchor dowels and GEKA connectors for professional timber construction – reliable, efficient and built for long-term performance.