GLT Decking vs. CLT Panels

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 and can significantly reduce your budget. GLT DECKING: Single-span performance: Excellence in one-directional span performance, making it ideal for floor and roof systems supported by […]

For Construction Managers and General Contractors

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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. You may want to apply your experience purchasing steel structure, but this experience does not apply, unless your mass timber supplier is carrying the erection. […]

Letโ€™s Talk Coatings: Misconceptions Around Mass Timber 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. ๐— ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป #๐Ÿญ: It’s best to apply all of your coatings in the shop: This is categorically untrue and will result in the highest final cost to your project. Mass timber will inevitably be […]

The Clean Climate Impact of Mass Timber

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Sometimes people ask me โ€œhow can Mass Timber be good for the environment if youโ€™re cutting down trees!โ€. By now most people have learned that trees sequester carbon, and this is necessary to reduce carbon in the atmosphere, which science has proven to cause climate change. What some people may not know is that trees […]

Fire-Resistant CLT Cores – A Safe, Sustainable Solution

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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 ๐—–๐—Ÿ๐—ง (๐—–๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜€ ๐—Ÿ๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ง๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ) for fire-resistant cores could be a smart solution? Hereโ€™s how CLT addresses these concerns: 1. ๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—•๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ป ๐—•๐—ฒ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ฟ:  When exposed to fire, CLT […]

The Art of Mass Timber in Modern Architecture

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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 is transforming the design landscape. Why is mass timber so inspiring for architects and designers? 1. ๐—”๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ฐ ๐—˜๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ฒ: The natural beauty of wood brings warmth […]

Project Management: Choosing your Mass Timber Manufacturer

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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 is best prepared to develop the upfront planning necessary for a mass timber project to be a success. Before choosing your mass timber provider, ask […]

The Crucial Role of Upfront Planning in Mass Timber Construction

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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 of construction, and aesthetic appeal. However, to fully leverage these advantages, comprehensive planning is essential. Why is upfront planning so critical? 1. Precision Engineering: Mass […]

The Ten Tallest Mass Timber Buildings in the World

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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 mass timber buildings in the world: https://www.dezeen.com/2023/03/29/worlds-tallest-buildings-mass-timber-revolution/ Moreso, I wanted to point out that our fabrication partner, MAYR MELNHOF HOLZ (MMH) https://www.mm-holz.com/en/, is leading the […]

Design-Assist: Scope, Timeline and Deliverables

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“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 you have to show for it? Here’s the thing, if the consultant pushing for the design-assist cannot clearly, concisely and quickly describe the scope and […]