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Proposed UK Fire Safety Rules Could Restrict Timber Use in Buildings Above 11 Meters
UK officials have proposed fire safety rules that could restrict timber use in buildings over 11 meters, Architects’ Journal reported.
Dowel Laminated Timber Pavilion in Oregon Showcases New Structural Approach
A pavilion in Oregon built with dowel laminated timber highlights a bending-active shell system, expanding design possibilities for mass timber construction, Dezeen reported.
Denmark Timber Industry Pushes to Expand Wood Use in Construction
Denmark’s timber industry aims to raise wood’s share of construction to 20% by 2030, Interior Daily reported.
Kalesnikoff Mass Timber Launches Modular Timber Classrooms
Kalesnikoff launched modular mass timber classrooms designed for rapid and cost-effective installation.
Helsinki’s Mass Timber Pavilion Dismantled for Relocation and Reassembly
Helsinki’s 2,000-square-meter mass timber pavilion is being dismantled and relocated after four years.
Denmark’s Tallest Timber Building Tests Circular Construction Methods
A 260-foot mass timber tower in Aarhus, Denmark, is testing circular construction methods, incorporating reused materials and hybrid systems, Metropolis reported.
Lego Plans Mass Timber Office at Virginia Manufacturing Site
LEGO plans a mass timber office at its new manufacturing facility in Virginia as part of a $1 billion, 1.7 million-square-foot development, Built Offsite reported.
Western Forest Products Starts Up New Continuous Kiln at its Chemainus, BC, Facility
Western began loading lumber into a new continuous dry kiln at its Chemainus, BC, facility, with a second scheduled to be installed later this year.
Canada Announces Forest Sector Investments in Alberta and Manitoba
Canada announced more than CA$4.4 million for 10 forestry projects in Alberta and Manitoba to boost manufacturing, exports, and Indigenous participation in the sector.