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Advice

Detailed fabrication input is limited by construction contract type (unless it is possible to engage a mass timber manufacturer during design).

Advice

The timing of contractor engagement impacts the ability to get construction input on structural assembly sequence & detailing.

Advice

CLT requires significant pre-construction coordination, for example with modelling. Either hire a specialty firm or specify that the General Contractor (or sub contractors) model and coordinate CLT and MEP.

Advice

Specs should request written description of moisture protection protocol (submitted prior to CLT delivery), describing protection implementation plan for each stage: — delivery — storage — installation (roof & floor panels) — after installation (walls) — ongoing moisture protection measures until exterior envelope is watertight — remedial measures for panels damaged and/or stained during installation

Advice

The project must have comprehensive architectural and structural specs. Assume the proponents have no experience, which will ensure that everything is spelled out.

Advice

CLT requires MEP coordination and modelling, which is an expense to the owner if done during the design phase.