The Mass Timber Podcast: Explore Mass Timber industry conversations
The Mass Timber Podcast brings you conversations with the decision makers building the future of mass timber.
Hosted by Brady and Nic, founders of Mass Timber Group and passionate mass timber advocates, each episode features architects, engineers, developers, manufacturers, and industry leaders sharing insights from real projects and the evolving mass timber market.
From forest to finished building, we explore the ideas, challenges, and opportunities shaping the next generation of sustainable construction.
If you're working in, or curious about, the mass timber industry, this podcast keeps you connected to the people moving it forward.
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The Mass Timber Podcast: Explore Mass Timber industry conversations
DFMA Explained - Mass Timber Building Success w/ Kevin Rocchi of Element5
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Download the Mass Timber DfMA Process Diagram: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kIDk7Alphz1wHhE6HQrZyFwXp_AkegYv/view?usp=drive_link
Ever watched a mass timber budget skyrocket because a minor grid shift triggered endless rework? How about the chaotic site logistics that arise when erection sequence isn’t dialed in?
Early collaboration on DfMA strategies sets the tempo for smooth site coordination, faster schedules, and fewer RFIs. Kevin Rocchi from Element5 breaks down how locking grid lines, nailing slab extents, and clarifying load paths help architects and engineers avoid costly uncertainty. He also shares a behind-the-scenes look at their new glulam line, advanced scanning tech, and the best practices for mass timber project success. For AEC professionals chasing tighter margins, the key takeaway is predictability: fewer unknowns, better sequencing, shorter install windows, and a more attractive ROI for developers. Clear expectations and timely responses feed a virtuous cycle—one in which mass timber can consistently hit budget and schedule targets.
