With no curing time required, XLAM delivers a 20% reduction in the construction time of the building’s super structure over traditional concrete and steel.
All XLAM components are prefabricated in controlled facilities across Australia and New Zealand and delivered to site as a complete kit of parts ready for quick and easy installation. The smooth nature of prefabricated construction offers advantages when access to site is restricted or if builds have a compressed timeline.
Not only does the prefabrication reduce time onsite, but it significantly reduces the risk to project scheduling due to human error, trade availability, or complications caused by weather.
Our CNC machines use digital design to cut out openings and smaller panels, predrill holes and complete any other fabrication requirements. The robots feature a head that can rotate up to 11 axes and can cut from a range of cutting, drilling or chasing tools to quickly process an element as per the design. This technology results in very fine tolerances and a very tight fit onsite, making for efficient installation.
Before all panels leave the XLAM facility they are stacked in order and lifting slings are preinstalled to streamline onsite installation.
Just like traditional timber, CLT panels and GLT beams are installed using only screws and prefabricated connections, making them safe and easy to work with.
Mass timber is relatively lightweight, at just 20% the weight of steel and reinforced concrete. It’s easy to handle and maneuver onsite without the need for larger cranes and lifts.
Incorporating prefabricated components can help to reduce the top causes of construction site injuries and fatalities. Reduced site traffic and reduced time on site means construction workers will be spending far less time in potentially hazardous situations, minimising their exposure to safety risks. Prefabrication ensures that the major manufacturing work is completed in our safe and controlled offsite facility, significantly reducing workplace hazards onsite.
Construction noise can impact neighbouring residents and cause significant issues. When building with XLAM, the reduced build time on site translates to a reduction of noise pollution. Using only screws and brackets also leads to a quieter construction site overall.
XLAM’s mass timber is prefabricated to precise specifications, leading to significantly less product waste. With fewer offcuts, leftover materials, debris and rubbish to be managed, your site is cleaner, safer for workers and more environmentally responsible.