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Mass timber provides options amid steel tariffs: Timberlab CEO

Matthew Thibault June 11, 2025 1 min read
Construction Dive
Mass timber provides options amid steel tariffs: Timberlab CEO
AI Article Summary

Chris Evans, president of Timberlab, a Swinerton-owned supplier and contractor, is exploring opportunities in the economy under the current steel tariffs. He highlights the potential of mass timber as an alternative to steel in construction projects. As steel prices increase, companies are seeking materials that offer flexibility and long-term value, pushing the industry towards timber adoption. Timberlab is positioning itself to capitalize on this shift in the construction materials landscape.