Metsä Wood

Building with changing weather conditions can be a challenge and that's why protecting timber structures from rainfall is a key design priority. ➡ For this bridge, an extended aluminium roof angled at 45° provides robust protection, shielding the timber from rain and ensuring long-term durability. Learn more about the case: https://lnkd.in/dKifGr_H

The Kerto-Ripa® wall element can reduce material use by up to 50% while maintaining exceptional load-bearing capacity.   Why it matters: 💡 Thinner wall structures = More habitable floor space 💡 Sustainable design = Fewer raw materials used 💡 Versatile use = Ideal for apartment blocks and office buildings.   Discover more about our breakthrough solution: https://lnkd.in/dxkE9Q4T

We’re proud to share that the Äänekoski Kerto LVL mill worksite has impressively achieved over 600 accident-free days!  💪   This achievement is the result of: ✅ Preventive safety measures ✅ Risk identification and assessment ✅ The commitment of our entire team   Safety is a shared responsibility, and our success highlights the power of teamwork and dedication. Regular TR measurements ensure we stay on track by continuously monitoring and improving worksite safety.

New Kerto-Ripa® wall element brings material savings of up to 50% and it is particularly suitable for: 🏨 Heavily stressed buildings, such as apartment blocks and office buildings 🏗 As a load-bearing and stiffening external and internal wall structure According to structural calculations, the Kerto-Ripa wall structure enables up to 50% wood material savings in the ground floor walls of an eight-story building compared to solid wood structures, while still offering top-tier load-bearing capacity. This new wall structure allows for the construction of even significantly taller wooden buildings. The Kerto-Ripa wall element complements the Kerto-Ripa element concept that is developed for wooden multi-storey construction. ➡ Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dxkE9Q4T

Inspiring insights from Janne Heikkilä at the Puupäivä event! He shared the advantages of the Kerto-Ripa element system, highlighting its material efficiency, flexible space design, and increased living area. A game-changer for wood construction and maximizing usable space! #WoodConstruction #KertoRipa #KertoLVL #Puupäivä

📍 Today you can found us from Stora Trähus, Stockholm! If you are around, please feel free to stop by our booth and you can learn more about Kerto-Ripa wall and the benefits of Kerto LVL. For others you will hear more about our new innovations soon… 🔑

Enhanced design flexibility with less material use 💪 Compared to alternative wood products like CLT and Glulam, Kerto® LVL’s outstanding strength-to-weight ratio offers savings in material usage and freedom to create adaptable spaces with more room for living. Read more in this case study 👉 https://lnkd.in/dup-8Nnn

As part of the redesign of the eastern Brussels Ring Road, a new wooden bridge is being constructed over the Vier Armen junction to provide a direct connection for cyclists and pedestrians.    💡 The main structural construction material of the bridge is glued Kerto LVL Q-panels. 📏 The new wooden bridge spans 67.5 meters ☔ The bridge's geometry is designed to protect against rainfall  📍 You can find the bridge by Ney & Partners / Ney & Partners WOW from Vier Armen, 3080 Tervuren, Belgium   Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dKifGr_H

Take advantage of Kerto® LVL’s benefits in your next construction project! Its thin structure enables longer spans and ultimate material and space efficiency. Prefabricated elements make the construction sustainable and efficient, while light, long, and rigid spans allow freedom and flexibility for architectural design. Want to know more? Check this case study 👉https://lnkd.in/d4vKGqqc

📢 We are looking for a Sales Manager to join Metsä Wood’s Scandinavia sales team! 📍The position can be located in Sweden, Denmark or Norway and requires regular travelling within Scandinavia ✅ This role is ideal for a growth-minded sales professional with a background in b2b and construction materials sales 📝 Apply until 30th of October! https://lnkd.in/dvJVznbE