Mass Timber Manufacturing

Why Mass Timber?

Mass timber is emerging as a preferred construction material due to its sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and versatility. Unlike traditional concrete and steel, mass timber is made from engineered wood products like cross-laminated timber (CLT) and Dowel-Laminated Timber (DLT), which offer several advantages:

• Sustainability: Mass timber construction has a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to concrete and steel. Trees sequester carbon as they grow, and using wood in construction stores that carbon for the life of the building. This makes mass timber an excellent choice for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable development.


• Cost and Speed of Construction: Mass timber components are prefabricated, allowing for quicker assembly on-site, which reduces construction time and labor costs. This results in fewer delays, lower overall costs, and reduced site impact, especially in urban environments.


• Strength and Versatility: Mass timber products, including DLT, provide excellent strength-to-weight ratios, making them suitable for a range of applications, from residential buildings to large-scale commercial projects. They offer flexibility in design and can meet high-performance requirements for seismic, fire, and acoustic performance.

Why Dowel-Laminated Timber (DLT)?

DLT is a type of mass timber product that uses wooden dowels to bond layers of lumber together without using glue or nails. The advantages of DLT include:

• Non-Toxic and All-Wood Product: DLT is an all-wood product, which is attractive for builders looking for non-toxic, natural building materials. The absence of glue or nails makes DLT a healthier and more sustainable option.


• Superior Acoustic and Thermal Performance: : The all-wood composition of DLT allows for excellent acoustic properties, making it ideal for multi-story residential buildings, schools, and offices. Additionally, DLT provides good thermal mass, contributing to energy efficiency.


• Aesthetics and Design Flexibility: DLT panels provide a clean and aesthetically pleasing natural wood finish. They are highly customizable, allowing for a range of architectural expressions and integration into various building types.

Why is Now a Good Time to Enter the DLT Manufacturing Industy in North America?

• Growing Demand for Sustainable Building Materials: There is a rising demand for green building solutions in North America, driven by stricter environmental regulations, incentives for sustainable construction, and increased awareness of climate change. This trend presents a significant market opportunity for mass timber and DLT manufacturers.


• Advancements in Building Codes: Building codes in North America have been evolving to accommodate mass timber structures, allowing taller and larger buildings made from wood. These regulatory changes are opening new markets for mass timber products like DLT, which are gaining acceptance as safe, sustainable, and high-performing building materials.


• Market Opportunity and Investment Incentives: As demand grows, there is an opportunity to establish a strong presence in the relatively underdeveloped DLT market. Governments and investors are increasingly supporting mass timber projects and facilities through grants, subsidies, and low-interest loans to promote sustainable construction, making it a strategic time to enter the market.

DL Timber 600

Intronic's new DLT Manufacturing Line

Designed in collaboration with International Timberframes, Intronic build the first, fully automated DLT manufacturing line made in North American.

The first machine is installed in Donald, BC, Canada at the new location of International Timberframes and is running production since April, 2024.