The Neutral Project is pursing zoning approval for its proposed 32-story tower in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Urban Milwaukee reported.
News in offsite construction
Kalesnikoff Announces Construction of Third New Mass Timber Facility in BC
BC-based Kalesnikoff Mass Timber announced it will grow its mass timber product offerings through the construction of a new third facility and product lines.
Construction Scheduled to Begin on Portland, Oregon’s Newest CLT Building
The construction of a 12-story, 51,388-square-foot, CLT building in downtown Portland, Oregon, is scheduled to begin construction in just a few months, DJC Oregon reported.
Schilliger Holz Produces First CLT Panel at Its Facility in Vogelsheim, France
On February 8th, Schilliger Holz produced the first CLT panel at its newly upgraded Schilliger plant in Vogelsheim, France.
Mercer Mass Timber Launches New Construction Services Division
Mercer Mass Timber announced the launch of its mass timber erection division: Mercer Mass Timber Construction Services.
Timberlink Opens NeXTimber Manufacturing Facility in Tarpeena, South Australia
Timberlink has opened its NeXTimber® by Timberlink® manufacturing facility and upgraded its green mill in Tarpeena, South Australia.
Western Forest Products Completes Kiln Upgrade at Its Saltair Sawmill in BC; Announces Additional $35 Million Investment in BC
Western Forest Products has completed the installation of a continuous dry kiln at its Saltair Sawmill in BC and has plans for two additional kilns at other facilities in BC.
Washington State University Receives Grant for Research on Making Thermally Modified CLT More Resilient and Durable
Washington State University researchers received a grant to make more resilient and durable housing materials from thermally modified CLT and recycled carbon fiber, the WSU Insider reported.
Colorado Providing Loans to Eight Modular Home Manufacturers to Boost Innovative Housing
Colorado announced funding to support the growth of eight modular housing manufacturers, projected to create 4,755 housing units per year.
Södra and SSEA Group Working Together on New Pilot Project in Sustainable Construction
Södra and SSEA announced that they will build 12 apartments in Malmö, Sweden, in a new pilot project in sustainable construction.