Europe's Largest 3D-Printed Building Soon to Rise in Germany

Germany's Heidelberg area is set to witness the emergence of Europe's largest 3D-printed building, a remarkable project initiated by KRAUSGRUPPE.

Recognized as a city of science and innovation, Heidelberg will soon be home to a ground-breaking structure that showcases the potential of 3D construction printing technology.

The project, commissioned by Heidelberg IT Management GmbH & Co. KG, a prominent cloud and data center provider, marks a significant milestone in the evolution of the building sector.

When will it be constructed?

The construction process commenced on March 31 and is projected to reach completion by the end of July 2023. Once finished this extraordinary edifice, spanning approximately 54 meters in length, 11 meters in width, and 9 meters in height, will serve as an IT server hotel, elevating the region's technological landscape to new heights.

Leading the way in the field of 3D construction printing is PERI 3D Construction, an industry pioneer responsible for overseeing the printing process.

Leveraging COBOD's BOD2 3D construction printer, PERI aims to achieve unparalleled printing speeds, with the goal of completing the walls of this project in a mere 140 hours.

This equates to an astounding rate of four square meters of building material printed per hour.

The visionary architects at SSV Architekten and Mense Korte have devoted meticulous attention to the design of the walls, resulting in a truly distinctive aesthetic, as showcased in the server hotel's renderings.

Dr. Fabian Meyer-Brötz, Managing Director of PERI 3D Construction GmbH, expressed his pride in the project, stating, "Based on parametric design, the special wall design used in the building documents the immense design freedom, that the COBOD BOD2 3D printer enables. We are very proud to be able to realize our largest building to date with this project."

Henrik Lund-Nielsen, Founder and General Manager of COBOD, emphasized the core advantages of 3D construction printing. He highlighted the speed of execution and design flexibility as key benefits of their technology.

Automate 50% of Construction Processes

COBOD envisions the automation of at least 50% of construction processes on building sites, leading to enhanced efficiency, affordability, and sustainability compared to traditional concrete construction. Their continuous efforts are focused on reducing the CO2 footprint associated with 3D-printed concrete.

COBOD's journey in the realm of 3D construction printing began in 2017 with the creation of Europe's first 3D-printed building. Since then, their printers have successfully realized two- and three-story structures across Europe, North America, India, and Dubai.

Notably, COBOD's printers have also contributed to the construction of buildings in Africa and the creation of wind turbine bases, underscoring their commitment to pushing the boundaries of construction technology.

As the 3D-printed building in Germany's Heidelberg area nears completion, anticipation grows for the unveiling of this groundbreaking marvel.

It stands as a testament to the innovative capabilities of 3D construction printing and paves the way for a future where architecture and technology converge to reshape the world of construction.