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Offsite timber construction and factory-made building systems
Offsite manufacturing

Offsite timber construction and factory-made building systems

We manufacture timber frame panels, CLT solutions and hybrid systems at our Vītoliņi factory, then assemble them on site.

ZTC experience and production facts

35+

years of experience

400+

completed projects

14

European countries

±1 mm

CNC precision

What offsite production means

In offsite construction, structural elements are made in controlled factory conditions before delivery to site. ZTC handles engineering, manufacturing, transport and assembly within the agreed scope. Read about Hundegger CNC production and our work as a timber house manufacturer in Latvia, or explore our business solutions.

Offsite manufacturing workflow

We prepare the structural elements at our Vītoliņi factory and check them against the project requirements before delivery.

  1. 1.

    Engineering and design freeze

    We agree and finalise the technical details before manufacturing starts.

  2. 2.

    CNC preparation

    Hundegger CNC delivers ±1 mm precision for structural elements.

  3. 3.

    Panel assembly

    We fit the insulation and membranes specified in the agreed scope.

  4. 4.

    Quality control

    We check the finished elements and apply CE marking.

  5. 5.

    Packing and logistics

    We pack the panels for transport and prepare them for assembly on site.

  6. 6.

    On-site assembly

    Assembly follows the project schedule and typically takes around 3 to 5 days per floor.

Factory capacity and precision

4,500 m² factory

Manufacturing in Vītoliņi, Jelgava Municipality.

30,000 m²/year

Panel production capacity.

±1 mm CNC

Hundegger processing precision.

CE and ETA-21/0014

Certified structural system.

Suitable project types

What the factory delivers

  • Timber frame panels, CLT solutions and hybrid systems.
  • A 4,500 m² factory with capacity for up to 30,000 m² of panels per year.
  • Project-specific manufacturing and assembly.
  • Export projects in 14 European countries.

Important limitations

  • Defect-free guarantees are not offered.
  • A shorter construction programme is not guaranteed.
  • Fixed prices without project review.
  • Permanent local offices or crews abroad.

What partners say about working with ZTC

Partners describe the manufacturing quality, organised work and professional collaboration on development and export projects in their Google reviews.

Google review

We are Premium Living AS in Norway and built two houses with this company. We were very satisfied. We sold the last project 2 years ago when I write this review, and the first house was built 4 years ago. With both houses, the production, planning and timing all went smooth and well organised. Right now, all three buyers are pleased, and we haven't received a single complaint about flaws or even blemishes. Even during the Covid lockdowns there was no doubt that our investments and cooperation with ZTC were solid. We recommend, and anyone that has questions can ask ZTC for our reference.

Frequently asked questions

Answers about the construction process, technologies, warranty and payment.

After project approval and contract signing, production can usually be scheduled within 1–3 months. Manufacturing starts from around 2 weeks, while an externally finished house is typically completed within 1–2 months depending on scope.

After project approval and contract signing, production can usually be scheduled within 1–3 months. Manufacturing requires at least around 2 weeks. On-site construction depends on the scope of work — an externally finished house is typically completed within 1–2 months. Overall, a house assembled on site is often ready in approximately 4–6 months.

ZTC does not prepare architectural drawings. The company works from a client or architect’s project and provides structural solutions, manufacturing and assembly.

ZTC does not prepare architectural plans. We work from a project prepared by the client or architect and provide engineering/structural design, manufacturing and assembly.

ZTC mainly builds individual projects and respects owners’ privacy. If a project is under construction, a visit may be arranged, and you are always welcome to visit the ZTC factory.

ZTC mainly builds individual projects and respects owners’ privacy. When a project is under construction, a site visit may be arranged. You are always welcome to visit the ZTC factory.

Comfort panels use mineral wool within the frame. Premium and Lux use wood fibre or cellulose insulation; Premium adds a 22 mm wood fibre windproof board, while Lux adds a 40 mm STEICO THERM wood fibre layer. Additional 45 mm internal insulation and plasterboard are excluded from these packages. For Comfort, Premium and Lux, roof panel insulation is 50 mm thicker than the insulation in the corresponding external wall.

Panels are connected with long screws or special timber connectors. A wind barrier is used externally, a vapour control layer internally, and membranes are carefully taped across the building.

Panels are connected with long screws or special timber connectors. A wind barrier is used externally and a vapour control layer internally, with membranes carefully taped across the building.

Airborne sound insulation in timber houses can be very good, especially with cellulose or wood fibre. Impact sound in intermediate floors should be addressed with appropriate floor and ceiling solutions.

Airborne sound performance in timber houses can be very good. Impact sound in intermediate floors is addressed with appropriate floor and ceiling solutions.

For houses up to around 3 storeys, timber frame is often more economical. CLT may suit load-bearing structures, hybrid solutions or where exposed solid timber walls are desired.

For houses up to around 3 storeys, timber frame is often more economical. CLT may suit load-bearing structures, hybrid solutions or exposed solid timber walls.

ZTC houses are designed for a service life of at least 50 years. The standard warranty is 3 years, but in some cases it may be possible to agree an extension to 5 years.

Houses are designed for a service life of at least 50 years. The standard structural warranty is 3 years. In some cases an extension to 5 years may be considered where supported by material suppliers.

Payments are made in stages: 10% on contract signing, 35% before production, 40% before loading, 10% on completion at site and 5% after the handover certificate.

Payments are made in stages: 10% on contract signing, 35% before production starts (covered by ZTC advance payment guarantee), 40% when production is complete and the loading date is confirmed, 10% on completion at site and 5% after signing the handover certificate (the last two payments are covered by the client’s bank guarantee).

Discuss manufacturing for your project

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