Testbed for 3D-concrete printing

Future of construction means the implementation of new digital tools and the use of alternative design methods together with innovative manufacturing technology such as 3D printing. 

Optimization of concrete structures has the potential to contribute to the reduction of climate impact, through lower use of virgin materials of at least 20%. With 3D printed elements, not only less material is used but also better products with improved properties (mechanical, thermal, sound, etc.) can be achieved. 3D printing of concrete creates unique opportunities for the production of works of art and small architectural objects.

Why concrete 3D-printing?

• Reurs efficiency (Materials, energy & labor)
• Design freedom
• Quality, working environment
• Rapid manufacturing of components (total defense)

RISE offers a unique testbed for concrete 3D printing based on a robotic arm on the conveyor belt that enables printing objects with maximum dimensions of 9.5x3x3 meters. The robot is connected to two types of pump systems that allow for printing with both one- and two-component materials.

In the first large-scale concrete bed for 3D printing of concrete in the Nordics, we help develop and validate concrete products:

• Material development (strength, durability, aesthetic aspects)
• Element design (construction calculations)
• Verification of functional performance (mechanical, thermal, acoustic)
• Printing of prototypes
• Execution of small architectural objects (benches, stairs, plant pots, etc.) and artwork

Se videon från lanseringen av Nordens första storskaliga test- och demomiljö för 3D-printing av betong

Den 23 april 2024 invigdes RISE satsning på utveckling av material för 3D-printing i betong (både en- och tvåkomponent), design, prototypframställning och validering med koppling till andra testmiljöer inom RISE. Här kan vi tillsammans utveckla nya produkter som kräver mindre material och med nya funktionaliteter och snabbare tillverkningsprocesser för bygg- och anläggningsbranschen.