CNC Machines for Mass Timber Fabrication.
CNC machines for CLT, glulam, LVL, and hybrid timber structures.
Transform your mass timber production with precision Italian engineering designed for the American market.
Precision Mass Timber Machining for American Construction.
Mass timber is revolutionizing American construction. This umbrella term encompasses cross-laminated timber (CLT) panels, glulam beams, laminated veneer lumber (LVL), and hybrid timber-steel structures that are enabling sustainable high-rise buildings, commercial spaces, and prefabricated housing from coast to coast.
The success of mass timber projects depends on precision fabrication at scale. Unlike small shop routers designed for furniture or cabinetry, Essetre NA’s 5-axis CNC systems handle glulam beams and CLT panels with standard dimension 45 feet long, enabling the high precision required for prefabricated timber construction where components must fit perfectly on the first try.
Our large-format CNC routers integrate seamlessly with job workflows and CAD/CAM systems, helping U.S. manufacturers transition from design to production with unprecedented accuracy. Whether you’re producing structural elements for multi-story mass timber buildings or custom components for specialty projects, our Italian-engineered systems deliver the reliability and precision that American timber fabricators demand.
Materials & Applications
CLT Panels (Cross-Laminated Timber)
Process multi-layer CLT panels with precision trimming, window and door openings, and complex connection details. Our CNC systems handle panels up to, but not limited, 12 feet wide and 60 feet long with perfect edge quality and dimensional accuracy for structural applications.
Key Capabilities:
Precision edge profiling
for panel connections
Complex opening cuts
for windows, doors, and MEP systems
Steel connector recesses
for hybrid construction
Multi-angle cuts
for architectural features
Glulam Beams
Machine glulam beams with standard dimension 45 feet in length with complex joinery, curved profiles, and precision steel connector recesses. Handle both straight and curved beam geometries with 5-axis precision that’s impossible to achieve with traditional woodworking methods.
Advanced Capabilities:
Custom mortise and tenon joints
for traditional timber framing
Beam cambering and complex curves
for architectural applications
Precision drilling patterns
for bolted connections
Steel plate connection recesses
for hybrid structures
Compound angle cuts
for complex roof assemblies
LVL (Laminated Veneer Lumber)
Efficient fabrications for LVL structural elements. Optimize material usage while maintaining tight tolerances required for structural connections in commercial and residential construction.
Production Applications:
Beam and header fabrication
for residential framing
Floor joist processing
with precision end cuts
Rim board preparation
with fastener hole patterns
Custom structural elements
for engineered applications
Custom connector geometries
for specialty applications
Hybrid Structures
Advanced machining for timber-steel composite systems, including precision recesses for steel connectors, hybrid beam preparations, and multi-material component integration that’s driving innovation in American mass timber construction.
Specialized Operations:
Steel plate pocket milling
with exact tolerances
Connection hardware recesses
for concealed fasteners
Multi-material assembly prep
for timber-concrete systems
Custom hybrid component fabrication
Technical Capabilities
Precision Machining Operations.
Advanced cutting and trimming
with tear-out free edges
Complex drilling patterns
and compound angle holes
Precision routing and profiling
for architectural details
Traditional mortise and tenon joinery
with CNC accuracy
Steel connector pocket milling
to exact specifications
Machine Configurations.
3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC systems
for varying complexity requirements
Working lengths standard 45 feet
or more for long glulam beams and large CLT panels
Heavy timber handling capacity
up to 15,000 lbs with automated material handling
Multi-spindle configurations
for high-volume production environments
Integration & Workflow
CAD/CAM integration
with major software platforms
Real-time quality monitoring
and dimensional verification
Automated nesting software
for material optimization
Automated connectivity
with production analytics and remote monitoring
Construction Applications by Project Type.
Multi-Story Buildings.
Enable high-rise mass timber construction with precision-fabricated CLT panels, glulam columns, and hybrid structural systems.
Project Applications: Mixed-use towers, residential high-rises, office buildings, student housing, hotel and hospitality buildings.
Commercial & Industrial.
Scale production for large commercial projects including schools, offices, warehouses, and institutional buildings requiring mass timber structural systems with faster construction timelines and reduced on-site labor.
Key Benefits: Accelerated project delivery, improved quality control, reduced weather delays.
Prefabricated Housing.
Support the booming prefab housing market with precision-cut timber components for modular homes, ADUs, and mass housing developments where speed and accuracy are critical for profitability.
Applications: Panelized wall systems, floor and roof cassettes, structural frames, custom architectural elements.
Bridges & Specialty Structures.
Custom machining capabilities for unique timber structures, pedestrian bridges, pavilions, and architectural elements requiring complex geometries that showcase the versatility of modern mass timber construction.
Frequently Asked Questions.
What types of mass timber can your CNC machines handle?
Our systems are engineered for all major engineered wood products including CLT panels standard dimension 12 feet wide, glulam beams standard dimension 45 feet long, LVL lumber of various dimensions, and hybrid timber-steel components. Material thickness capacity ranges from 1 inch to 24 inches depending on the specific application and machine configuration.
What's the difference between CLT and glulam machining requirements?
CLT panels require precision edge profiling and opening cuts across multiple laminated layers, while glulam beams need complex joinery and connection details along their length. Our CNC systems are configured to handle both applications with specialized tooling and programming optimized for each material type’s unique characteristics.
Do your CNCs integrate with BIM and CAD workflows?
Yes, our systems seamlessly integrate with major CAD/CAM software platforms including Cadwork, HSB, Dietrich’s, Sema, Revit and other industry-standard tools. We support direct import of models and automated toolpath generation, streamlining the design-to-production workflow for maximum efficiency.