Product Information: Nordic X-Lam cross-laminated timber (CLT) is composed of cross-wise glued-laminated spruce-pine-fir and/or black spruce species boards. The result is a building material high in resistance and stiffness that can easily substitute steel or concrete. Manufacturer's Website Download Certificate Certifications: 2020 NGBS Practice # Practice Points Available Additional Conditions of Use to Earn Points 601.2(2) Higher-grade or higher strength of the same material than commonly specified for structural elements is used. 3 Product must be used for structual elements and the specifed size must reflect a size reduction due to the higher strength properties of the product when compared to commonly specified wood products. Manufacturer's Comments: Nordic X-Lam products are higher strength than commonly-used structural products. 606.2(2) At least 2 responsible or certified wood-based products are used as major components of the building. 4 points available. 3, 4 To earn 4 points a second certified wood product must also be used as a major element. Lesser points available for use with a minor element. Manufacturer's Comments: Nordic X-Lam wood is certified to the requirements of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). 606.3 Materials manufactured using =33% of the primary manufacturing process energy derived from renewable sources, combustible waste sources, or renewable energy credits are used as major components of the building. 2 points awarded per material; 6 points max. 2 These products must be used for a major component of the building. Manufacturer's Comments: Hydro-electricity and biomass are used to manufacture the Nordic products, which are renewable energy sources. 608.1(2) Engineered wood or engineered steel products are used in place of conventional products. 3 points awarded per material. 3 At least 80% of the structural beams in the building are these products. Manufacturer's Comments: Nordic X-Lam products enable the use of advanced framing techniques. 901.4(2-6) A minimum of 85% of material within a product group (i.e., wood structural panels, countertops, composite trim/doors, custom woodwork, and/or component closet shelving) is manufactured in accordance with the following. 10 points maximum awarded. 10 A minimum of 85% of the wall structure in the building must be this product. Manufacturer's Comments: Nordic wood products contain no added urea formalydehyde resins.