Wood has overcome the challenge of prejudices rooted in the culture of masonry. It has been a demanding process which, beginning from the 1960s, has stimulated and guided our research and innovation in order to achieve the best result.
The advantages of wood
Ecology and health
Mechanical properties of wood
Durability
Earthquake-proofing
Fire-resistance
Excellent value for money
Energy saving and quick assembly
Soundproofing
Passive house
Well-being in the home
Building technology
Various construction systems allow a small or large wooden structure to be built.
Various construction systems allow a small or large wooden structure to be built; more recent systems such as X-Lam or well-tried systems that have evolved over the centuries such as Platform Frame. These are methods conceived to take on specific structural and environmental needs; engineering logic which, with the advent of digital design and numerically controlled processes, allow levels of precision and reliability to be achieved that approach perfection.
The experience gained in solving a significant case load of designs allows us today to work alongside and guide designers and customers in choosing the best suited construction system, therefore translating the architectural design into an executive design calibrated to the individual and actual structural, aesthetic and dwelling needs. A thorough and detailed technical document guides the entire execution of the works and provides detailed mapping for future tracing of the origin and characteristics of each individual component.
Platform Frame
Typical of traditional American homes, this is the most reliable construction system and it is currently the most commonly used in Italy, Europe and all over the world.
X-Lam
This is a system that uses large panels which was first experimented and marketed on the Austrian and German markets during the late 1990s.
Post and Beam
This system is ideal for structures with large openings and spaces such as commercial, industrial, exhibition and sport structures.
Blockhaus
A typical Alpine and Central-Northern European construction system, it is made up of overlaying trunks or squared-off horizontal elements.
Strutture miste
This is a mixed construction system of steel and wood for particular structural needs.
Processing stages
Flexibility and control. Guarantee of an efficient, punctual process with perfect results.
From design to delivery, the entire process is managed in-house by a single design and production organisation in order to guarantee maximum optimisation of times, minimised margin for error and the achievement of an excellent quality standard. The design, also viewed in 3D, lets the customer approve the result in full awareness of every detail and it allows the production manager to launch the work guaranteeing full compliance with the established times and costs.
The various departments, spread across a production area of over 22,000 square metres, are in constant touch with the technical team, which uses standardised procedures to check and approve work and results: verification and storage of raw materials, wood processing, painting, assembly and preparation of walls, as well as a mechanical workshop for the production of metal carpentry and structures for mixed steel/wood construction projects. With the same method, the works manager oversees and coordinates operations at the job site up to the check and delivery of the building within the established times.
Through customised analysis of the customer’s needs, Subissati can provide technical and aesthetic solutions that ensure all the advantages of a prefabricated wooden house. Showroom, technical office, production facilities. A single large area to welcome and answer every question. We offer dedicated consultancy before purchase, to assess the feasibility of the project together and provide you with a clear, detailed quote tailored to your needs. Our technical office turns the architectural design into an executive project, verifying all aspects, sharing them with the client and the client’s designers, and processing the files for the work centres and the documents for installation.
Thanks to our great baggage of experience, we can develop made-to-measure structures that provide an optimal response to all the various requests. Whatever the technical or aesthetic issue, we can find the perfect solution working side-by-side throughout the design phase. Information and measurements are taken in situ and used to develop a structure that will provide the perfect solution for the customer, also considering your budget. The architectonic project is translated into engineering design by specialist software such as CAD-CAM. This has become a fundamental technical tool, also for three-dimensional simulation of the architectural structure. We can also provide statistical calculations for the structures designed.
We have always been able to boast an in-depth knowledge of wood, and pay great attention in choosing its characteristics. The choice of only high quality raw materials is, in fact, the first step in the process, and one of our major focuses. Wood has always been appreciated and sought-after for its high mechanical resistance. Its unique porous fibre helps protective treatments, guaranteeing excellent duration over time. The autoclave impregnation system guarantees maximum product durability. Wood treatment is completed with painting carried out using an automated in-line system: this gives the structure extraordinary durability, drastically reducing maintenance costs. All working cycles are carried out in utmost compliance with ecological parameters and the procedure is monitored constantly.
Projects take concrete form in our carpentry department. It is here that each product is developed, with great care and attention paid throughout production. The modern and sophisticated technologies used add an undisputed value to the finished product. Each automatic machine can perform various types of workings perfectly (drilling, milling, fitting, etc.). An in-depth awareness of the development processes and materials allows us to limit the use of metal fastening accessories, thereby exalting the mechanical and aesthetic properties of the wood. Cutting, milling, drilling, painting: each stage takes place within a progressive process monitored by digital systems and supported by craftsmanship and specialised expertise which verifies and checks the result down to the smallest detail. The assembly of the walls, distributed over a robotic process, also takes advantage of the automated precision of numerically controlled centres which ensure fast and precise execution that does not admit error or surprises. Today, the woodworking department operates across several plants covering over 10,000 square metres.
Like all organic materials, wood is susceptible to deterioration over time due to biotic and abiotic agents. To combat this, wood impregnation treatments are carried out. Among the various wood preservation treatments, the most effective in terms of durability is undoubtedly autoclave impregnation. We collaborate with the company manufacturing the impregnation salts, and have together successfully identified the best procedure for this cycle. Strict checks are performed at every stage of the process: monitoring of the initial vacuum to remove all air possible from inside the wood cells; monitoring of the time and intensity of pressure within the steriliser to help guarantee good preservative penetration; monitoring of the final vacuum time and drip time necessary to drain all excess liquid. The salts used, certified by the Berlin Technical Construction Institute (DIBt), are recognised as ecological, as they are completely without noxious substances. The wood treatment is completed with water-based impregnating varnish, which can be applied in addition to autoclave impregnation or, in some cases, as an alternative, depending on the class of use and service. All working cycles are carried out in utmost compliance with ecological parameters and the procedure is monitored constantly.
Subissati also has a highly specialised tarpaulin manufacturing division. Our company can offer a wide range of materials varying from the development of tarpaulin canopy covers of all sorts of shapes and sizes, like taut structures, gazebos, tunnels, etc., for both public and private use.
The company also has its own metal carpentry workshop, equipped with the latest technology for the production and processing of metal alloys. In particular, the products include metal components for connecting wooden structures and for the construction of load-bearing structures made entirely of steel or mixed steel and wood structures. The company’s many years of experience in the “major works” sector enable it to meet any requirement.
Installation is carried out by highly qualified in-house technicians who lay the structures following graphical drawings and the installation manual prepared by the technical department. Each beam or component of the product is assigned an identification code, making assembly extremely easy. Our technicians are always on hand for any consultancy, providing specific, accurate assistance.
Our attention does not stop at the delivery of your home: being there for you afterwards is also part of our commitment. We offer a reliable and timely after-sales service to guarantee you all the security you deserve. We are here to respond to your every need, clarify any doubts and assist you with the maintenance and management of your wooden home. Choosing us means building a lasting relationship based on trust, presence, expertise and listening.
Delivery levels
Depending on customer requirements, the house can be delivered in one of the 4 main stages of works progress.
Level 01
Built house
Bearing structure, ceiling, insulated and ventilated roof, external and internal bearing walls closed with insulating material included.
Level 02
Externally finished house
Plastered external coat, sheet metal work and final roof covering.
Level 03
Externally finished home with fixtures
Windows and doors, thresholds, armoured door, shutters or blinds.
Level 04
Turnkey solution
Load-bearing walls, utilities, slabs, floors, coverings, internal doors, bathroom fixtures and finishings.
Warranty and durability
The load-bearing structures with glulam beams are guaranteed for 10 years from delivery, as with wooden homes built using the traditional system.
All non-inspectable load-bearing glulam beams also undergo an autoclave impregnation treatment with ecological salts, aimed at guaranteeing the protection and maximum durability of the structure.
This treatment is carried out within our own facility, thus ensuring constant monitoring and compliance with all procedures. To guarantee the total effectiveness of the process, in addition to thorough checks by our staff, the autoclave phase is supervised by software that, by monitoring the entire cycle, effectively eliminates any possible human error.
Costs and timelines
How much can a wooden house cost? To answer this question, we need to evaluate some key factors.
Our numerous certifications have been achieved through demanding and relentless operations of research and qualifications of methods, selections and investments.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
ISO 45001:2018 certification
SA 8000 ethical certification
Euro-SOA
Qualification categories:
OG1: Classification IV – bis, contracts up to €3,500,000 (civil and industrial buildings)
OS32: Classification VI, contracts up to €10,329,000 (wooden structures)
OG11: Classification II, contracts up to €516,000 (technological systems)
CE certificate steel metal structures
Casaclima
S.A.L.E.
S.A.L.E. +
Wood processing centre
PEFC certificate
CE 0497
