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GLT Decking vs. CLT Panels
January 10, 2025

GLT Decking vs. CLT Panels

In mass timber construction, Glue-Laminated Timber (GLT) decking and Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) panels offer distinct advantages. Choosing the right system for your project depends on understanding their differences and capabilities

January 10, 2025
For Construction Managers and General Contractors
January 6, 2025

For Construction Managers and General Contractors

Mass timber manufactures are NOT Trades and CANNOT be engaged with a subcontract. Mass Timber suppliers are material SUPPLIERS, and they need to be engaged with a Material Supply Agreement.

January 6, 2025
Let’s Talk Coatings: Misconceptions Around Mass Timber Coatings
December 23, 2024

Let’s Talk Coatings: Misconceptions Around Mass Timber Coatings

One of the biggest misconceptions in the mass timber business revolves around coatings. Let's try to set the record straight here today. π— π—Άπ˜€π—°π—Όπ—»π—°π—²π—½π˜π—Άπ—Όπ—» #𝟭: It's best to apply all of

December 23, 2024
The Clean Climate Impact of Mass Timber
December 17, 2024

The Clean Climate Impact of Mass Timber

Sometimes people ask me β€œhow can Mass Timber be good for the environment if you’re cutting down trees!”. By now most people have learned that trees sequester carbon, and this

December 17, 2024
Fire-Resistant CLT Cores – A Safe, Sustainable Solution
December 12, 2024

Fire-Resistant CLT Cores – A Safe, Sustainable Solution

The new BC building code allowing six-storey buildings with a single egress stairwell has raised valid concerns about fire safety and evacuation. But did you know that using π—–π—Ÿπ—§ (π—–π—Ώπ—Όπ˜€π˜€

December 12, 2024
The Art of Mass Timber in Modern Architecture
December 5, 2024

The Art of Mass Timber in Modern Architecture

Mass timber is not just a building material; it's a canvas for creativity and innovation in modern architecture. As a mass timber expert, I've seen firsthand how this versatile material

December 5, 2024
Project Management: Choosing your Mass Timber Manufacturer
November 29, 2024

Project Management: Choosing your Mass Timber Manufacturer

Upfront planning is critical to your mass timber building and the project manager at your mass timber supplier is a major part of that. An experienced, PMP certified project manager

November 29, 2024
The Crucial Role of Upfront Planning in Mass Timber Construction
November 22, 2024

The Crucial Role of Upfront Planning in Mass Timber Construction

We cannot stress enough the importance of meticulous upfront planning in the execution of mass timber buildings. Unlike traditional construction materials, mass timber offers unique benefits such as sustainability, speed

November 22, 2024
The Ten Tallest Mass Timber Buildings in the World
November 15, 2024

The Ten Tallest Mass Timber Buildings in the World

What is it about tall wood that intrigues us, draws us in? Causes us to gaze in awe? I wanted to share this article with you, of the ten tallest

November 15, 2024
Design-Assist: Scope, Timeline and Deliverables
November 8, 2024

Design-Assist: Scope, Timeline and Deliverables

"Let us help you design your mass timber building" they said. " It'll be called a Design Assist" they said. "It'll save you money!" they said. $50K-$100K later, what do

November 8, 2024