Friday, May 8, 2026
In Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz, Hammerbacher GmbH is constructing a new logistics hall measuring 110 x 160 meters, together with an accompanying administration building. The 23-meter-span arched trusses were precision-cut, coated, and fully prefabricated at binderholz’s Jenbach production facility before being delivered to the site. A standout architectural feature of the project is the striking cantilevered canopy made from CLT BBS panels. Altogether, approximately 2,000 m³ of glulam and 600 m³ of CLT BBS were utilized for the development.
The leading office furniture manufacturer had sought to establish a new branch built on sustainable principles in the south of Neumarkt in der Oberpflalz. This led to the creation of a modern logistics centre with adjacent administration building that merges ecological responsibilities with economic efficiency. The building was designed in such a way that it uses as little energy as possible, leaving behind a minimum carbon footprint. Heating is courtesy of a groundwater heat pump, while its large roof is lined with powerful solar panels to generate power on site.
Impressive logistics centre with glulam trusses
The first thing that onlookers notice about the logistics hall is its monumental size and striking wave-shaped roof, which was built using 182 arched glulam trusses with a span of 23 metres and a sturdy canopy made from CLT BBS. This design allows for maximum flexibility when it comes to utilising the interior space. The hall boasts approx. 18,000 m² of storage space with more than 8,200 pallet spaces, optimising the firm’s logistics processes. A total of 19 loading docks ensure smooth inventory turnover and allow for lorries to be loaded and unloaded quickly.
The neighboring three-storey administration building has been designed as a hybrid structure, featuring a solid concrete ground floor combined with advanced timber construction. Its facade stands out through a distinctive X-shaped timber framework that gives the building a unique architectural identity. Elegant exposed glulam beams and joists support the upper floor and roof structure, combining structural efficiency with aesthetic appeal.
The ceilings on each level are constructed using exposed CLT BBS panels, adding warmth and character to the interior while creating a comfortable and productive working atmosphere. In addition to its dedicated exhibition area, the building also includes a contemporary cafeteria for employees and visitors. The outdoor facilities are equally future-oriented, offering charging stations for both electric cars and bicycles.
“For us at the Jenbach site, this marked an ambitious project. Challenges included sawn timber sourcing and arched truss manufacture, handling from cutting to interim storage as well as the logistics of transporting them to the construction site.” – binderholz.
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