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As the popularity of timber frame building grows around the world, standardization of certain hardware components has become inevitable. We’re seeing large national and international hardware distributors introduce connectors that work for a range of applications to bring increased productivity to the office and the jobsite. Standardized product…

This year’s International Mass Timber Conference took place at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland March 26–28. It was a welcome opportunity to meet with many architects, builders, engineers, suppliers, and industry professionals, and we came away with several important points that we will reference moving forward. Preparing for the Unknowns There’s…

As with any new build or renovation, building codes and regulations affect the design and construction of a project, from the concept stage to its final details. With growing interest in, and popularity of, timber construction, the International Code Council (ICC) is regularly reviewing, revising, and expanding codes and clearances for all types…

There’s good news on the horizon for timber frame builders. Prices on heavy timber are continuing to show a steady decline. As we’ve seen in recent years, prices were slow to rise in comparison to dimensional lumber, and the same is true as prices continue to drop slowly. Costs are expected to remain in a downward trend through the first quarter…

After a brief hiatus, trade shows are back and thriving once again. One of the best places for builders and professionals in the residential construction business to get their brand in front of a large audience is the National Association of Home Builders International Builders’ Show (NAHB IBS). For businesses launching a new product, hoping…