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Is the construction industry a digital laggard? According to Trimble's Karoliina Torttila, "A big challenge is that the construction industry is highly fragmented, making it hard to implement uniform technological advances." See what 3D printing, modular construction and AI may hold in store for homebuilding and beyond in this BBC article from Emma Woollacott: https://lnkd.in/gwSYqZvx

The construction industry has been slow to embrace new tech, even though it could seriously boost their productivity. This article dives into why innovative stuff like 3D printing and modular construction just haven't taken off yet. Turns out there are some pretty big roadblocks - things like delays in the planning process and how fragmented the industry is make it tough for these new technologies to really take hold. But the article suggests the behind-the-scenes digitization of things like cost estimating and environmental tracking could end up being the real game-changers for streamlining home-building in the long run. #ConstructionIndustry #TechnologyAdoption #ProductivityImprovement

Shahaf PY is looking for a place in the NEGEV DESERT for a unique 6 weeks 3D concrete printing project. We’re bringing a 3D concrete mobile printers, electricity, water, and everything else we need to ensure that our printing goes smoothly under desert conditions. So, what do we need? A shed of 200 square meters, open on all four sides. A 500-square-meter operational area, open and free of buildings or obstacles within a 1 km radius. Part of our lab team will be stationed near the printers, and we’ll rest at different times of the day in a nearby settlement. We will test how our printer handles the extreme heat and cold of the desert, while also assessing how desert winds affect the precision and quality of the prints. We’ll examine how low humidity levels impact the concrete’s hardening process, and we’ll be monitoring ground stability during printing in desert conditions. The resilience of the equipment to desert dust is another key factor, as well as how fast the concrete dries under intense heat. Additionally, we’ll explore the use of local desert minerals as raw materials and evaluate operational logistics in open areas while testing the equipment’s endurance. Finally, we’ll compare print quality in desert conditions versus more standard environments to fully understand the effects of the surroundings on our 3D concrete printing process. This project is part of our R&D efforts at the last few years continuing to advance our software, hardware, and materials development, with a focus on using local desert minerals. The Negev desert is becoming the central hub for our research, and we’re excited to see the results! Got a suitable area? Contact us at www.shahaf-py.com or direct call to 054-632-4675 - Noa The amazing photo by talented Shay Yadel Galit Agranati Landsberger Shimshon Bar-Ziv Tom Shaked Yehuda Tordjman Edan Davidov #ConstructionInnovation #BuildingTheFuture #SmartConstruction #DigitalConstruction #SustainableConstruction #3DPrintingConstruction #GreenBuilding #ModularConstruction #ConstructionTech #FutureOfConstruction #SmartMaterials #ConstructionRAndD #ConcreteInnovation #AIInConstruction #ConstructionAutomation #BuildingSustainability #InnovativeStructures #SmartBuildings #EngineeringInnovation #3dcp #additivemanufacturing #写真好きな人と繋がりたい #ファインダー越しの私の世界 ＃ハンドメイド ＃ファッション ＃ランチ ＃ネイル ＃カフェ ＃おうちごはん ＃旅行 ＃写真

COBOD International A/S, the global leader in #3Dconstructionprinting technology, introduces the #BOD3 #3DConstructionPrinter for #3D printing of #realconcrete. Equipped with an extendable ground-based track system, the BOD3 advances the construction process by eliminating #printerdowntime between multiple buildings on the same site, setting a new benchmark for productivity and efficiency. The #BOD3 is the most advanced solution for high-volume, low-rise construction and a very effective alternative to conventional construction methods. The heart and key feature of the new BOD3 3D printer is the advanced extendable #groundbasedtracksystem. This system enables limitless extension along the Y-axes (length), expanding the #printablearea to cover 2 or 3 buildings, and #reducingsetuptime to a single installation for multi-building projects. It’s a #gamechanger, allowing continuous, uninterrupted printing across large sites, increasing efficiency for #highvolume and mass production at an #unmatchablescale. The BOD3 follows COBOD’s vision to build #smarter through #automation. Its operational stand combines the control and monitoring of both the #3Dprinter and supplementary equipment in one user-friendly system. The Advanced Hose Management System (#AHMS) transports #3Dprintablematerial from the materials delivery system to the printhead via hoses secured within E-chains, minimizing physical labor and #optimizing material flow. With the addition of the dual dosing system for #additives, operators can better control the concrete and adapt it to onsite environmental conditions. Henrik Lund-Nielsen, Founder and General Manager, COBOD International, states, “The global housing crisis demands a more #efficientconstruction solution that is faster, more efficient, and scalable. The #BOD3is our answer to this challenge. Drawing on years of research and expertise, we’ve designed the BOD3 with #innovative features, making it our most cost-effective and efficient model yet for multiple low-rise buildings. Its design supports high-volume, #linearproduction of houses, enabling mass production without compromising quality. The fact that six units have already been sold before its official launch speaks volumes about the BOD3’s market demand and the trust our customers place in our #technology.” Michael Holm, Chief Innovation Officer, COBOD International, adds, “The advanced ground-based track system was developed as a response to our customers’ needs to #increaseefficiency and productivity. Now the #3Dconstruction printer can be easily extended, and multiple consecutive structures can be printed with minimal repositioning and #zerodowntime between projects, making #3Dconstructionprinting more efficient than ever before.”  

Unlocking Potential: Overcoming Technology Adoption Barriers in Multifamily Construction. For developers in the DFW area, rising material costs present both challenges and opportunities. Unfortunately, the construction industry has been slow to adopt digital technologies compared to other industries. In this article by Emma Woollacott, she points out three key reasons why: ⬇ 🔹 Construction remains largely manual. 🔹 3D printing, modularity, and untapped potential. 🔹 Industry fragmentation hinders technology adoption. The article does a great job of highlighting how the construction industry is lagging behind other sectors in digital transformation, despite the potential benefits of emerging technologies such as 3D printing, modular construction, and digital collaboration tools. Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gYfgsQhu #RealEstate #Construction #Multifamily #InnovationInConstruction

Did you know we could make concrete with additive manufacturing? 3D concrete printing has recently gained popularity as it's better for the environment and is more cost-effective. The two leading printers used for this are robotic arm and gantry printers. The gantry is for larger projects and structural work, and the robotic arm is used for precision and portability. The structural possibilities of this technology include houses and hotels, meaning the housing crisis could be managed. #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrinting #Concrete

𝟑𝐃 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 size is estimated to reach US$1.6 billion by 2027 after growing at a CAGR of around 113.5% during the forecast period from 2022 to 2027. 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 @ https://lnkd.in/g4Za_zWJ ◾ Increased adoption: The construction industry is starting to embrace 3D printing technology at an increasing rate. This is due to the many benefits that 3D printing offers, such as reduced construction time and waste, improved design flexibility, and increased safety on construction sites. ◾ Focus on reducing construction time: One of the major advantages of 3D printing is that it can significantly reduce construction times. This is because 3D printers can print structures layer by layer, without the need for traditional construction methods such as bricklaying or pouring concrete. This can be a major benefit for projects where time is of the essence. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 👉 https://lnkd.in/gpz8T_K8 ◾ Development of new materials: As 3D printing technology continues to develop, new materials are being created that are specifically designed for construction applications. These materials are often stronger, more durable, and more weather-resistant than traditional construction materials. This is making 3D printing an even more viable option for a wider range of construction projects. 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲: Apis Cor XtreeE, the large-scale 3D CyBe Construction COBOD International PERI Skanska Bouygues Construction D-Shape Enrico Giotti S.p.A. WASP 3D Printhuset A/S Skystone Group Foster + Partners Höganäs AB Gamma 3D, LLC Yingchuang Building Technique (WinSun)

The journey of 3D printing in construction has encountered significant hurdles, resulting in limited progress so far. Much of the focus has leaned towards its promotional aspects rather than practical applications. This situation arises from several key challenges. Firstly, the reliance on traditional construction materials, particularly standard concrete, has proven inadequate. While concrete is a staple in building, its inability to handle tensile stresses when used without reinforcement restricts design possibilities. Attempts to adapt these materials for 3D printing have not yet yielded optimal results. Secondly, buildings are inherently complex, comprising various materials, finishes, and electromechanical systems. Currently, the 3D printing process struggles to integrate these diverse elements, hampering its effectiveness for comprehensive building solutions. Additionally, most existing 3D-printed structures are limited to single-story, specific-use designs. Introducing multiple floors complicates the interaction between conventional building methods and 3D printing, leading to inconsistencies. While there’s no opposition to technological advancements, progress must be grounded in a realistic vision that embraces innovative approaches. To effectively integrate 3D printing into construction, the focus should shift towards developing new building materials and fostering a cohesive relationship between 3D printing and modular or prefabricated systems. This strategy could pave the way for a more robust application of this technology in the construction industry.

Construction 3D printing is in the early days. Prices are high, and rarely shared. It's awesome to see the processes beginning and early application, but when do we slow down a little and start considering whether it is appropriate? Most projects that are (concrete) printed are thermal-mass dominant, very challenging materials for use in cold Canadian climates, often requiring high tech foams for insulation. Are we designing for the printers, or designing for the site...? Is a 13" printed wall with foam-filled cavity (cavities) appropriate? When "cheap local raw materials" are used in concrete, how does that translate to actual costs? With our partners, we have preliminary calculations showing non-structural "cheap" printing concrete materials at 100$ a linear foot (3-perimeter 8-foot high wall). Before insulation and finishing. More advanced 3D printing materials are 300-350$ a linear foot - without insulation and finishing. So, Canada, how do we take this developing system and adapt it to our climates and needs? Material development? That's our approach, but even then anything structural is high thermal mass (hard to keep warm in the winter without really good insulation elements) though we are starting to understand how breathable walls offset this. Does it make sense to 3D print a wall, and if not, when and why? Can we be honest about costs and use scenarios, so that we are solving the right problems? Can we do it fast enough to be a viable alternative? What do we need from 3D construction printers? What can we learn from what-is and what-has been printed? Envelopes, envelopes, envelopes. The seasonal thermal flywheel is getting increasingly dynamic, and we need thermal mass designed with intention and understanding - with a resilience and capacity for passive buffering. Are we pushing hard enough for alternative solutions? Image credit: 3D Space Terraform: 3D printed local clay and hemp - small scale (1" layer width) #3dspaceterraform #3DCP #alternativematerials #stabilizedearth #hemp #thermalmass #envelopedesign #regionallyappropriate #biogenic #carbondrawdown #datacollection #circulareconomy