
Timberlab Breaks Ground on One of the Largest CLT Facilities in the U.S.
Key Highlights:
- Timberlab, a subsidiary of Swinerton, is building a 190,000-square-foot CLT facility in Millersburg, OR.
- One of the largest CLT production sites in the U.S., designed by LEVER Architecture and built by Swinerton Builders.
- Oregon Governor Tina Kotek and other state and industry leaders attended the February 27 groundbreaking.
- Facility to produce 7-9 million sq. ft. of CLT annually and create 100+ direct jobs.
- USDA Forest Service grant supports the project, emphasizing sustainable mass timber innovation.
Source: PR Newswire
Quotes
“ "Today's groundbreaking marks an exciting step forward in the growth of Oregon's mass timber industry – a revolutionary technology key to our shared goal of building a sustainable, low-carbon future." ”
Tina Kotek, Governor at Oregon
Why This Matters:
This state-of-the-art CLT manufacturing facility marks a major milestone in the expansion of mass timber as a sustainable construction material in the U.S. Oregon, already a pioneer in timber innovation, solidifies its position as a leader in the mass timber industry. This facility will not only bolster local economies but also help reduce reliance on carbon-intensive materials like concrete and steel. With cutting-edge technology and academic partnerships, Timberlab and Swinerton are setting new industry standards for sustainable construction.