What is it
Mass timber construction refers to the use of large solid wood panels, engineered wood products, or composite wood systems for the primary structural system of a building. This includes cross-laminated timber (CLT), glued laminated timber (glulam), and laminated veneer lumber (LVL), among others. These materials are used to construct walls, floors, and roofs, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional building materials like concrete and steel.
advantages of mass engineered timber (met)
Carbon Sequestration
Wood is a renewable resource that naturally stores carbon absorbed from the atmosphere during the growth of the tree. When sustainably harvested and used in construction, the carbon remains stored within the mass timber products, effectively sequestering carbon and helping to mitigate climate change.
Reduced Carbon Emissions
Mass timber construction typically requires less energy to produce compared to traditional building materials like concrete and steel. As a result, the overall carbon footprint of a mass timber building can be considerably lower, contributing to a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
Energy Efficiency
Mass timber construction often allows for faster assembly and construction, which can reduce energy use and associated emissions during construction. Additionally, wood has natural insulating properties, potentially improving the energy efficiency of the building over its lifetime.
Sustainable Forest Management
Mass timber components can be prefabricated off-site, leading to less construction waste and minimizing the environmental impact of construction activities.
The use of mass timber can incentivize sustainable forest management practices. When forests are managed responsibly, they can serve as a long-term, reliable source of raw material for mass timber products, supporting biodiversity, soil health, and water quality.
Waste Reduction
Mass timber components can be prefabricated off-site, leading to less construction waste and minimizing the environmental impact of construction activities.
our vision
With a focus on sustainability, Kinform is positioned for continued growth and success in the market. Our ongoing investment in research for Mass Timber Engineered products ensures that we remain at the forefront of industry trends and are able to adapt to the evolving needs of the customers.
“Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs”
~Our Common Future, 1987.
Kinform Timber 
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