The tally of how many defective cross-laminated timber panels need replacement on a $79-million college of forestry building at Oregon State University is almost complete.
In a major investment in the future of cross-laminated timber, Menlo Park, Calif.-based construction firm Katerra said May 29 it is acquiring Vancouver, British Columbia-based design firm Michael Green Architecture for an undisclosed amount. The move comes as Katerra expands its range of construction and design services.
Based on recent fire test results, mass timber groups have adjusted product certification standards to require the use of cross-laminated timber with structural adhesives tested to demonstrate better fire performance.
