Off-Site / Panelized Construction
While the choice to use on-site wood framing vs. some level of prefabrication depends on many factors, panelized and prefabricated construction can offer a reduced construction schedule, improved material efficiency and worker safety, enhanced quality assurance, and lower material, labor, and interest costs. Learn how to realize the full benefits of these systems.
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Case Studies Why Consider a Panelized Wood Roof Systems for Commercial Buildings
Cost-effective materials, speedy installation and improved worker safety make panelized wood roof systems a good choice for commercial buildings—particularly low-slope roof structures such as big box stores and warehouses.
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Upcoming Off-Site / Panelized Construction Events
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Campus Tour: Walmart’s New Mass Timber Home Office In Person · Midwest · November 20 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm CST -
Building Tour: A Firsthand Look at Avalon Bay Brewer’s Hill In Person · Northeast · November 20 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm EST
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Mass Timber Tour: Upper Macungie Township Community Lifestyle Center In Person · Northeast · November 21 @ 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm EST
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Michigan Mass Timber in Design In Person · Midwest · December 2 @ 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST
Resources for Off-Site / Panelized Projects
Get the practical information you can apply to projects. Learn about the latest advances and code requirements, explore innovative projects, and expand your knowledge of wood design.
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Mixed-Use Code Strategies Part 2: Separated vs. Nonseparated Occupancies and Fire Areas Expert Tips -
Mixed-Use Code Strategies Part 1: Incidental Uses, Accessory Occupancies, and Small Spaces Expert Tips -
Using Dead Loads to Resist Shear Wall Overturning Expert Tips
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Exterior Walls in Mass Timber Buildings – Part 3: Cladding Material Allowances, Types, and Support Details Expert Tips -
Design Considerations for Horizontal Penetrations in Glulam Beams Expert Tips -
Fire Design of Gypsum Wall Board Over Mass Timber Expert Tips
Tools & Guides for Off-Site / Panelized Projects
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Guides, Manuals & Inventories
Detailed guidance on specific aspects of wood design and construction, plus inventories of fire and acoustically-tested assemblies.
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CAD & Revit Details
Hundreds of searchable details for mass timber and light wood-frame buildings.
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Online Calculators
Calculate height and area options or estimate your project’s wood carbon footprint.
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