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Smart Ideas
from CAM November 2022
by MediaEdge
THE MASS TIMBER MOVEMENT
Around the world, wood in construction is taking off
Mass timber buildings are continuing to increase in size, height, and complexity around the world. In B.C., for instance, legislation now allows for mass timber buildings up to 12 storeys and is driving change in the built environment by mandating mass timber construction for new buildings in public procurements.
At the recent “Building Transformation’s Timber in the Digital Environment: Spotlight on DFMA” event in Vancouver, mass timber experts gathered with technology innovators from across the globe to discuss the interface between design in the digital environment and the innovations happening within the design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA).
There’s little doubt that those in attendance left with any impression but this: the combination of digital technology and mass timber is transforming the way we design and build structures. New digital design tools and material innovations are uniting to create more sustainable buildings and bring more affordable solutions to the table.
Overall benefits of using mass timber include: 1. Reducing our carbon footprint 2. Adding value to the forestry sector 3. Providing new opportunities for jobs, growth, and innovation As a building material, mass timber is: 1. Safe 2. Cost-effective 3. A great insulator 4. Seismically resilient
STABILITY AND BALANCE AT THE TOP!
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