Projects in wood technology

A large-scale expansion of Swedish correctional facilities is currently in progress, while society simultaneously faces the challenge of reducing the climate impact of construction. In response, a timber- and bio-based mock-up is being developed to demonstrate alternative solutions with reduced environmental impact

The aim of the project was to provide existing buildings with solutions for densification and extended lifespan through vertical and lateral extensions using reusable, bio-based prefabricated building systems.

We are advancing toward a net-zero emissions future by producing high-quality construction elements made from industrial wood residues and underutilised forest resources of unclassified origin — paving the way for a more sustainable tomorrow.

Together we reduce the climate footprint of wood wool boards by fully or partially replacing cement with alternative sustainable raw materials.

Wood construction has unique climate benefits, including its ability to bind carbon dioxide and be reused or recycled, making it a key component in the circular economy. To maximize these benefits, it is crucial to track the journey of wood throughout the entire value chain.

There is a great need to increase knowledge and fundamental understanding of biogenic carbon flows and where there is potential for increased resource efficiency. The purpose of the area analysis is to describe the biogenic carbon flows from Swedish primary production to industry, society including reuse, recycling, export, and import.

The proportion of birch in southern Swedish forests is increasing at a faster rate than other tree species. Its use is currently almost exclusively limited to pulp production and firewood. To improve forest owners' incentives to manage birch for long-term sustainable forests and optimal fiber yield, more high-value products need to be created

The aim was to increase knowledge of how the moisture safety of CLT structures is affected by precipitation during frame erection without weather protection. CLT elements and construction details, joints and connections, have been studied both in the field and in the lab to enable the industry to better determine the need for weather protection and

Reuse is important for the transformation to sustainable community development. The project will investigate the process of refining reused wood into a high-quality facade material as a component in an industrially manufactured wooden facade system.

For lower climate impact from the construction industry, increased resource efficiency and the possibility to greater freedom of choice in design and architecture, the project aims to increase interest in optimizing together on the market available timber building systems by exploring the possibility to build parts of hospitals with timber frame.

To enable RISE to fulfill its mission of promoting sustainable growth in Sweden by enhancing the competitiveness and renewal of the business sector and contributing to innovative development, strong networks are needed. To create this network for the forest and wood industry, a collaboration agreement has been signed between RISE, Svenskt Trä, and

Building systems for timber structures, which reduces construction cost and climate impact.

The project aimed to enable the use of Swedish birch as structural timber by developing new grading criteria and demonstrating the material’s potential. As a result, birch can now be classified for load-bearing products thanks to its excellent strength properties, opening up new business opportunities and strengthening the wood industry.

In many wood-based construction products there are fossil-based components which make the products difficult to recycle. The purpose of this project is to reduce the climate impact from those elements by designing the product for recycling and achieve increased circularity.

The project has successfully carried out a full-scale study to measure the dynamic properties of several tall timber buildings in Europe. Based on these results, representative FE models have been developed to predict the vibration response of tall timber buildings subjected to wind-induced dynamic loading.

The project has demonstrated various ways to design and construct a multi-story building with a load-bearing timber structure (20+ stories) and has strengthened knowledge among the participating stakeholders. The results provide a foundation for future projects and contribute to the development of large-scale sustainable building solutions.