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Monday, June 08, 2026

TOPSOLID and Rothoblaas Announce a Strategic Partnership for Wood Construction

TOPSOLID, a global leader in CAD/CAM/ERP software solutions, announces the signing of a technology partnership with Rothoblaas, a global specialist in fastening systems and solutions for the wood construction sector. This collaboration begins with the immediate release of the first Rothoblaas library for TopSolid’Steel and TopSolid’Wood.

Technological synergy driving productivity

The integration of Rothoblaas components into the TopSolid ecosystem enables wood designers and engineers to significantly reduce modeling time while ensuring the technical reliability of their assemblies.

This library was designed to offer a seamless experience, from design to the bill of materials.

Key features:

  • Native access to components: Immediate availability of connectors and fasteners within the TopSolid interface.
  • Distribution-based installation: Significant time savings for the ALU START range and equivalents, with automatic management of installation points, lengths, etc.
  • Integrated visual guidance: Help images for selecting component options and variants.
  • Automated machining: Automatic generation of drill holes and cutouts on profiles, beams, columns, panels, etc.
  • One-click installation: Smart profile kits that instantly adapt to support profiles.
  • Purchasing BOMs: Automatic order lists with Rothoblaas manufacturer part numbers.

Simplifyin

g complex wood design

Thanks to this partnership, TopSolid users now benefit from “smart” components. For example, inserting a bracket or a post base connector is no longer limited to a simple 3D model: it includes all the machining information required for manufacturing, as well as the installation guidelines recommended by the manufacturer.

Availability

The new TopSolid'Rothoblaas 7.20 library is now available on the TopSolid'Store. It covers a wide range of solutions, including:

  • Connection systems for walls, floors, and buildings.
  • Connectors for wood and concrete structures.
  • Mounting brackets and reinforcement plates.

To view the original press release, please click here.

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