Cross-laminated timber (CLT)
The building system that has revolutionized timber construction
Strong, versatile and dimensionally stable
Cross-laminated timber, also known as X-Lam in Italy, is one of the most significant innovations in modern timber construction. Thanks to its high load-bearing capacity, precise prefabrication and great planning flexibility, CLT has become the preferred building system for multi-storey buildings, schools, public buildings, industrial structures and special projects.
CLT consists of timber lamellae sourced from sustainably managed, PEFC-certified forests, and can be made from spruce, fir or pine. Cross-wise bonding of the lamellae gives the panels high dimensional stability, bidirectional structural behaviour and excellent load distribution.
Our panels can be up to 17.0 metres long, 4.20 metres wide and 280 millimetres thick. Using our vacuum bonding technology, we can also produce single and double curved panels for complex, architecturally demanding load-bearing structures.
Thanks to seven-axis CNC machining, we deliver assembly-ready elements with the highest precision, including openings, routings and installation preparations. This significantly reduces construction times, on-site workload and error rates.
Our panels are produced and marked in accordance with CE requirements based on ETA-18/0303 (as of 24/06/2022), which certifies their specific fire protection performance. They are used worldwide as load-bearing wall, floor and roof elements.
Technical Data
Material: Spruce (also fir or pine possible)
Layers: 3 to 8
Maximum dimensions: 17.00 x 4.20 m
Maximum thickness: 280 mm
Applications: Walls, floors, roofs, bracing panels
Production: CNC machining, Rubner Engineered Timber Brixen (IT)
Daily output: Up to 80 m² depending on thickness
Advantages
Dimensional stability
and long-term reliability
The crosswise arrangement of the layers significantly restricts the movement of timber caused by moisture and minimises the swelling and shrinkage processes. The result is a geometrically precise and mechanically reliable structural element, even for large-format panels and over long periods of time.
Structural performance for
high-performance buildings
The bidirectional load transfer provides high stiffness and effective diaphragm behaviour, making it ideal for load-bearing walls, floors, and roofs in multi-storey and other demanding projects.
Planning versatility for
every building type
CLT can be seamlessly combined with glulam, steel and concrete structures. This creates tailor-made solutions for every building type, from residential buildings and schools to public buildings and industrial and special projects.
Industrial prefabrication for efficient construction sites
Every panel is digitally designed and produced using high-precision CNC machines. Openings, installation preparations and structural details are completed at the factory, resulting in shorter construction times, better execution quality and optimised logistics.
Innovation that builds the future
CLT combines digital planning, engineering expertise and advanced manufacturing technology to create more precise, efficient and sustainable buildings. It is a building system that continues to evolve with the demands of contemporary architecture.
Seismic efficiency
The mechanical properties of timber, combined with our planning and manufacturing expertise, make CLT a reliable choice for earthquake zones and safety-critical buildings.
