<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Zip-O-Laminators]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zip-O-Laminators]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:05:19 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.zipolaminators.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[4 Award-Winning Residential Glulam and Mass Timber Projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are back with four examples from around the globe of award-winning residential projects that feature glue-laminated timber (glulam) as a core structural and aesthetic component. These examples showcase a growing industry, driven by a combination of sustainability directives, a growing market demand for biophilic design, and new advances in engineering and fabrication. The application […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/4-award-winning-residential-glulam-and-mass-timber-projects</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b361f44c606b378484b</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:12:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_022e9008e4c74c91916c312343107d40~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Award-Winning Commercial Glulam Mass Timber Projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[From event arenas to urban office buildings and museums, glulam mass timber is enabling architects and engineers to create structures that are not only sustainable and efficient but also artistically expressive.]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/5-award-winning-commercial-glulam-mass-timber-projects</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b361f44c606b3784849</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:48:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_6f874e8aa6b046469de7dd459edbfc76~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Timber Revolution Reaches New Heights | Part 3]]></title><description><![CDATA[VI. The Evolving Ecosystem: Innovations in Connections and Construction The rise of mass timber is not solely a story of a new material, but also of the evolving ecosystem of technologies and processes that enable its use. Modern mass timber construction is a highly integrated, digitally driven process that represents a significant departure from traditional […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/the-timber-revolution-reaches-new-heights-part-3</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b361f44c606b378484c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 09:15:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_aebd5102ffb943e39cc9a01f0cefccd4~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_800,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Timber Revolution Reaches New Heights | Part 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome back to Part 2 of our series, “The Timber Revolution Reaches New Heights.” If you haven’t read Part 1 yet, you can find the article right here.  Today, we are diving into a couple of common misconceptions of mass timber buildings and the benefits of carbon sequestering that mass timber provides. Next week, our […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/the-timber-revolution-reaches-new-heights-part-2</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b351f44c606b3784848</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 09:08:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_c59230c02e0f4038aa4764d6f3beafe1~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_800,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Timber Revolution Reaches New Heights | Part 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[An In-Depth Report on Mass Timber Innovation in 2025 so far I. Introduction: Wood Re-imagined for the Urban Skyline On June 16, 2025, a groundbreaking ceremony in downtown Milwaukee marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of urban construction.1 The project, known as “The Edison” or Neutral 1005 N Edison St., is not just another […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/the-timber-revolution-reaches-new-heights-part-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b361f44c606b378484d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:49:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_92655497bea94573a8c018b2d441f666~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_800,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Build a Better Future: How Glulam and Mass Timber Slash Your Project’s Carbon Footprint]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover why leading developers are choosing glue-laminated timber to meet sustainability goals while cutting construction costs. We are now in an era where sustainability can no longer be just a buzzword, but a business imperative; the materials you choose are paramount, and mass timber is leading in innovation. Imagine cutting your project’s carbon footprint by […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/build-a-better-future-how-glulam-and-mass-timber-slash-your-project-s-carbon-footprint</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b351f44c606b3784846</guid><pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 17:58:36 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[George Fox Chapel Case Study]]></title><description><![CDATA[“We have a mantra in our finish department- would you want this beam in your living room? The goal is to take pride in each glulam as if it were your own. A bit more pressure when it’s a house of God, but our crew recognized that and did an amazing job.” Zip-O-Laminators In 2023, […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/george-fox-chapel-case-study</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b351f44c606b3784847</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 10:11:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_fa46286fa3f74bea960925d36b524a59~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swing for the Fences – How the Pacific Northwest Wood Industry Can Help Bring MLB to the Rose City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Imagine a stadium showcasing the beauty and versatility of locally sourced, sustainable wood. From structural elements to interior finishes, wood will play a pivotal role in creating a warm, inviting, and environmentally responsible space.]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/swing-for-the-fences-how-the-pacific-northwest-wood-industry-can-help-bring-mlb-to-the-rose-city</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b351f44c606b3784844</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:14:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_10cc0bc1b5f147019ac1fe01776b8038~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tudor Arches Re-imagined: From Medieval Stonework to Glulam Mastery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Few structural forms have achieved the visual and spatial balance of the Tudor arch. With its low-rise curvature and distinct design, the Tudor arch (rooted in 15th- and 16th-century English architecture) offers both elegance and utility. A growing number of architects are rediscovering its aesthetic value and reinterpreting it’s design and efficacy using advanced timber […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/tudor-arches-re-imagined-from-medieval-stonework-to-glulam-mastery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b361f44c606b378484a</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:40:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_18c242565d5f4fd5a1d1dc9988f345a5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_627,h_392,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golden One Credit Union Case Study]]></title><description><![CDATA[“Zip-O doesn’t shy away from challenges. We literally get excited in the office when jobs come around to showcase what we can achieve when given the opportunity. We approach ever job as a team member towards its success, not as separate entities in a transaction.” Kyle G, Zip-O-Laminators In the summer of 2021, Zip-O-Laminators was […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/golden-one-credit-union-case-study</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b351f44c606b3784845</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:43:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_292990c0087947edb4ed4a7e4e725149~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[University of Southern Maine Career &#38; Student Success Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2022, Zip-O-Laminators contributed to the construction of the University of Southern Maine’s Career and Student Success Center, a key project aligned with the university’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2040. This 42,000-square-foot, three-story building serves as a hub for students, faculty, employers, and the community. It is a hybrid structure combining steel and […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/university-of-southern-maine-career-student-success-center</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b397af0f733569209e9</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:40:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_a0a91dee0fba415494af299bdb97e410~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rogue Credit Union Community Complex]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the summer of 2022, Zip-O-Laminators played a key role in the construction of the Rogue Credit Union Community Complex in Medford, Oregon. This 140,000-square-foot hybrid mass timber structure houses recreational facilities including two pools, tennis and basketball courts, a gym, and spaces for fitness classes. The project stands out for its use of 30 […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/rogue-credit-union-community-complex</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b397af0f733569209e1</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 13:35:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_245c5bd949b34911b5e401ed2e3a6414~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Avalon Bothell Commons Clubhouse]]></title><description><![CDATA[In early 2022, Zip-O-Laminators supplied glulam beams and columns for the Avalon Bothell Commons Clubhouse, a two-story community space in Bothell, WA. This building is part of a new residential development and features exposed timber, adding both beauty and function to the design. The clubhouse uses glulam columns, beams, mass plywood panel (MPP) decking, and […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/avalon-bothell-commons-clubhouse</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b397af0f733569209e8</guid><pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 16:22:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_e87e662f01b24d83857423ba6ab99158~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Custom Glulam Beams for Calteck Resnick Sustainability Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[“Zip-O-Lam was the only laminator that could offer timely delivery of 12 1/4″ beams with full face lams. This capability played an integral role in the success of this project.” Jordan Donahue | RLD Company, Inc GLULAM Highlights 12 1/4″ in depth Beams  Special 2×14 lamstock  50-foot composite beams     The Caltech Resnick Sustainability […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/custom-glulam-beams-for-calteck-resnick-sustainability-center</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b397af0f733569209e4</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 09:26:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_70a4aea2bb1942eba053d87c4cb13ece~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Achieving the Impossible: Zip-O-Laminators’ Pioneering PDX Transformation]]></title><description><![CDATA[“You guys nailed it.” Brendan Kelly, Swinerton GLULAM Highlights ~80 ft long, deepest at 111 in, with 16 ft offset Smaller beams, depths range from 6 to 12 in.     The Portland International Airport embarked on a monumental project to enhance its Terminal Core (TCORE) with sustainable mass timber construction. The expansion aimed to […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/achieving-the-impossible-zip-o-laminators-pioneering-pdx-transformation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b397af0f733569209e7</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2024 13:47:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/af1760_8578ed92e28841cd99b5570b44c1d2e8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Remembering Shawn Allen]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our employee, Shawn Allen. He unexpectedly passed away on the evening of Thursday, June 20, 2024. Shawn was a Pre-Glue Lead at Zip-O-Laminators and worked with us for almost 8 years. He was 53 years old. This photo captures the first glulam order leaving […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/remembering-shawn-allen</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b397af0f733569209e0</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:44:15 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Restoring the Iconic Keystone Wye Bridge With Glulam]]></title><description><![CDATA[“Manufacturing and shipping these panels in a specific order required extensive planning and coordination, and Zip-O was up to the challenge.” Hazen Hyland, WWS Near the majestic Mount Rushmore in South Dakota, the Keystone Wye Bridge has stood as an engineering marvel since 1968. After 50 years of service, an inspection revealed that while the […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/restoring-the-iconic-keystone-wye-bridge-with-glulam</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b397af0f733569209e3</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2024 12:58:37 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strong GLULAM BEAMS for Catholic School of Fairbanks]]></title><description><![CDATA[“Zip-O received our shop drawings and quickly turned around a beautiful product ahead of schedule, allowing the gym to be opened up early.” Dan Herr, Western Wood Structures In 2021, multiple beam failures caused by heavy snowfall and wetter, heavier snow necessitated urgent structural reinforcement at the Catholic School of Fairbanks. Zip-O-Laminators and Western Wood […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/strong-glulam-beams-for-catholic-school-of-fairbanks</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b397af0f733569209e2</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2024 12:01:20 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Massive Glulam Beams Make Possible Twin Covered Pickleball Courts]]></title><description><![CDATA[“We value quality and timing. Zip-O also has a wide range of capabilities for tackling unique jobs and the service can’t be beat.” Dan Herr, Western Wood Structures Featuring 65’+ peak and camber glulam beams, this pickleball open court not only provides a more aesthetically appealing venue than other build options, but also improves sound […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/massive-glulam-beams-make-possible-twin-covered-pickleball-courts</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b397af0f733569209e5</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2024 11:31:21 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zip-O-Laminators Moves to Innovative Clear Adhesive Solution]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Zip-O-Laminators, we are constantly pursuing innovations that allow us to elevate the performance and sustainability of our wood products. That’s why we are excited to announce our adoption of Hexion’s revolutionary EcoBind™ 6500 adhesive system using Wonderbond™ hardeners M650Y and M700Y. This new clear adhesive enhances the aesthetic, structural, and environmental attributes of your […]]]></description><link>https://www.zipolaminators.com/post/zip-o-laminators-moves-to-innovative-clear-adhesive-solution</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a236b397af0f733569209e6</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2024 11:26:34 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Vince Ada</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>