Cross-laminated timber (CLT): Sustainable, flexible, fast and cost-efficient construction
Wood has a long history as a structural building material. Its refinement into CLT opens up new dimensions in terms of the range, height and aesthetics of architectural solutions. CLT can be used to create natural, beautiful surfaces while at the same time creating simple and clear functional spaces. Thanks to the properties of CLT, architects and planners have more design freedom and can maximize usable living space by creating thinner floors, slimmer walls and reduced weight.
Design - Unlimited architectural possibilities and natural beauty
The highly efficient CLT prefabricated timber components not only bring design freedom and structural dimensioning advantages, but also speed to the construction site. With CLT, construction times can be reduced by up to 30%. The high prefabrication accuracy and predefined delivery and assembly planning enable an efficient construction site. The dry construction process means that all subsequent trades can continue working immediately, which speeds up the entire construction process.
Speed - faster construction times and efficient prefabrication
The use of CLT enables precise planning in the 3D CAD model and millimeter-precise binding of the components. Short construction times can be achieved thanks to interlocking logistics and assembly planning. The high degree of predictability of the timber mass and the construction process ensures cost planning reliability. The productivity gains from shorter assembly times, the ability to create up to 10% more living space thanks to the slimline structure and the cost neutrality compared to other timber construction methods make CLT an economical choice, even when compared to non-timber buildings.
The structural use of wood, in particular CLT, actively contributes to binding CO2 and is a sustainable alternative to mineral building materials. Wood is a CO2-friendly, renewable raw material that is available regionally and enables short transportation routes. By using CLT, concrete and steel consumption can be reduced, which leads to an additional reduction in CO2. CLT not only enables sustainable construction, but also contributes to climate protection.
