Timberlab, a leading U.S. company specializing in sustainable timber solutions, has confirmed its partnership with SCM, a renowned Italian manufacturer of woodworking machinery and systems. As part of this collaboration, SCM will supply two cutting-edge technologies for Timberlab’s new plant in Millersburg, Oregon—an initiative set to become a landmark in Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) production.

Timberlab has confirmed its partnership with SCM, a leading Italian manufacturer of woodworking machinery and systems, to enhance its new Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) production plant in Millersburg, Oregon. As part of this collaboration, SCM will supply a state-of-the-art CELASCHI XL profiling machine and double-end tenoner, capable of processing panels over 18 meters long at a rate of one every 15 minutes.

Additionally, Timberlab will integrate SCM’s AREA XL 5-axis CNC machining center, featuring a mobile gantry structure and pendulum processing, specifically designed for the industrial production of large-format CLT panels (up to 60′ x 11.5′). Both cutting-edge technologies are optimized for seamless integration into high-productivity manufacturing lines, marking a significant milestone in sustainable timber innovation.

“Partnering with SCM on innovative solutions for Timberlab has been the right choice,” said Jeffrey Tuma, manufacturing executive at Timberlab. “SCM’s willingness to try new things and solve for cost effective solutions to enhance safety and quality in our production process, is greatly appreciated. The entire team at SCM has been great to work with in our journey to manufacturing excellence in mass timber.” Jeffrey added further.

With the integration of these two state-of-the-art SCM solutions, Timberlab is set to achieve exceptional processing efficiency and precision at its new Millersburg, Oregon facility. The plant is poised to become one of the largest Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) production sites in North America, with an anticipated output of 100,000 cubic meters of CLT panels. This milestone collaboration underscores Timberlab’s commitment to advancing sustainable timber solutions through cutting-edge technology and high-productivity manufacturing.

The partnership between Timberlab and SCM does not start with this new project. Since 2023 the U.S. company has had 6-axis OIKOS X and OIKOS XL CNC machining centers for the production of large format glulam beams and columns. Decisive in the confirmation of this partnership were both the significant benefits obtained with these technologies and the reliability and efficiency of sales and service support received from SCM.

Source: surfaceandpanel.com