Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how 3D printing technology is reshaping affordable housing solutions across the U.S., from HUDās initiatives in Alaska to cutting-edge projects in Texas and beyond.
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From Plumbing Powerhouse to HVAC Leader: Ferguson’s Strategic Evolution
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi illustrate how Ferguson is rapidly expanding beyond its plumbing roots, leveraging strategic acquisitions and cutting-edge 3D printing technology to revolutionize the North American HVAC market.
3DCP Material by Zevnik Lab Unlocks Complex Geometries in Concrete Printing
It appears a barrier in 3DCP has been overcome by Zevnik Lab.
VeroTouch: A New Model for 3D Construction Printing
Today Iām looking at a new 3DCP company, VeroTouch.
MIT Researchers Explore 3D Printed Glass as a Sustainable Alternative to Concrete in Construction
MIT researchers have developed a method to use sustainable glass as a structural building material.
Walmart Expansion Involves One of the Largest 3D printed Concrete Structures in the US
Alquist 3D uses concrete printing to produce 8,000sqft addition to Athens, TN store.
From Sweden to the US: The Modular Housing Revival Powered by 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain the revolutionary fusion of 3D printing and modular housing, exploring how companies like MOD X and RISE are redefining affordable and sustainable living solutions.
Researchers Replace Steel Floors with 3D Printing
The SM2ART Nfloor cassette panel, developed by ORNL and the University of Maine, was created using LFAM and PLA.
What is the Standard Term for 3D Printing of Concrete?
What is the correct term for 3D printing of concrete?
New Study Shows Enhanced Concrete Strength for 3D Printing Using Cellulose Nanofibrils
New research has shown a method to greatly increase the strength of 3D printed concrete.
ChangeMaker 3D to 3D Print Toilet Pods at UK Train Stations
The pods comprise three modular wall elements, printed in under five hours using CyBe technology, with 60% less carbon emission than steel alternatives.
ICON Launches Eco-Friendly 3D Printed Home Project in Texas
ICON announced a major 3D printed home project in Texas.
Breaking New Ground: The Role of 3D Printing in Modern Landscape Architecture
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discover how SKAPAās Innovation Tour showcased the potential of 3D printing technology to create customized and sustainable landscape features.
Construction 3D Printing: Cost Analysis and Industry Challenges
Iām reading a LinkedIn post where thereās some controversy about the true costs of construction 3D printing.
Strengthening Market Position: Owens Corning Acquires Masonite and Focuses on 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Jacob Nolan discuss how Owens Corning’s recent acquisition of Masonite and how both companies can leverage 3D printing technology to enhance innovation and product development.
Qorox Creates Worldās Largest 3D Printed Skateable Sculpture
‘The Wave’, at Destination Skatepark in Tauranga, New Zealand, was produced using technology from CyBe Construction.
UTA Explores 3D Printing Homes with Cork and Concrete
Led by Professor Shadi Nazarian, the research aims to provide affordable, sustainable, and resilient housing in rural Alaska.
Government Funding Fuels Advanced Construction 3D Printing in Canada
There could soon be more construction 3D printing taking place in Canada.
Understanding the Surge in Construction 3D Printing Companies
Each week I see a different construction 3D printing company in the news. Whatās going on?
Design of the Week: Skyward Spires
This weekās selection is “Skyward Spires,” which could become by far the worldās tallest 3D printed structure.
What is the Current Tallest 3D Printed Structure?
Thereās a bit of a competition going on for the tallest 3D printed structure.
Kalbod Design Studio Blends 3D Printing with Traditional Architecture
The Zephyr House project aims to use modularity and technology to address the need for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly housing solutions.
Suffolk Technologies and Innovation in the Construction Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how the construction industry is about to be disrupted.
ETH Zurich Develops Efficient 3D Printing Method for Large Structures
Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a unique way to 3D print large structures using mathematics and robotics.
ICON Introduces Multi-Story Phoenix 3D Printer and Innovation Construction Software
ICON announced a series of new products, including a multi-story construction 3D printer.
BlackRock’s Strategic Acquisition of GIP and Its Implications for 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine BlackRock’s recent acquisition of Global Infrastructure Partners and the implications of 3D printing.
From Blueprint to Build: QXO’s Visionary Approach with 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss Brad Jacobs’ new venture and how 3D printing can be used in the modernization of the construction supply sector.
Overcoming the Challenges: The Road Ahead for 3D Printing in Construction
The construction industry has looked different in recent years due to demands for sustainability and innovation. 3D printing has been a catalyst for this change in construction, but it is relatively still in its infancy.
Examining RIC Technology’s 3D Printing Innovations in Construction
Charles R. Goulding and Christopher Lee speak with RIC Technology founder Ziyou Xu about the company’s latest developments in construction 3D printing.
Innovative Solutions: 3D Printing in ADU and DADU Production
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how 3D printing can help accelerate and accommodate ADU and DADU construction.
The Making of the White Tower, the World’s Tallest 3D Printed Structure
The White Tower in Switzerland is set to become the worldās tallest 3D printed structure.
Monumental Revolutionizes Construction with Brick-Laying ‘3D Printer’ Technology
A companyās new construction device makes me wonder how we should define a 3D printer.
Pioneering 3D Printing at Saint-Gobain
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss Saint-Gobain’s proactive approach to 3D printing integration.
NASA Seeks Volunteers for Year-Long Mars Simulation in 3D Printed Habitat
NASA announced a new call for volunteers to live in a 3D printed Mars habitat.
Florida Building Tomorrow Today: The Shift from Wood to 3D Printed Homes in Hurricane Zones
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore the ongoing construction of wood homes in hurricane prone coastal areas and the advantage of 3D printed homes.
Eco-Friendly Construction Printing Advances with New Nanocellulose Material
Researchers have developed a new eco-friendly material that might be useful for construction 3D printing.
voxeljet and Parastruct Repurpose Construction Waste for 3D Printing
voxeljet has successfully tested a method of reusing construction waste in 3D printing.
RIC Technology: Bridging East and West in the Construction 3D Printing Market
There are now multiple construction 3D printer manufacturers on the planet, and one of them is RIC Technology.
Copenhagen Receives First Low CO2 Concrete 3D Printed Building
The 72mĀ² community building was brought to life by AKF, in partnership with 3DCP Group and Saga Space Architects, using a COBOD BOD2 printer.
Mighty Buildingsā International 3D Printing Construction Panel Strategy
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine Mighty Buildings’ innovative approach to factory-built panels amid slow adoption of new technologies in the construction industry.
Mighty Buildings Takes On Climate-Resistant, Low-Cost Housing Project in Bay Point
Mighty Buildings announced a large project to 3D print a series of climate-resistant low cost homes.
Boosting Construction 3D Printing: The Impact of Graphene Oxide
Some intriguing research might enable far stronger construction 3D printing materials.
Understanding the Market Segments of 3D Printers
There are multiple market segments in the 3D printer world, in which one do you belong?Ā
Innovative Foam-Based 3D Printing Technique Offers Sustainable Alternative for Construction 3D Printing
More research on foam-based structural 3D printing shows a way to significantly reduce CO2 emissions.
3D Printing for Home Renovations
People arenāt just using 3D printers for small-scale art projects anymore.
Constructions 3D Finds Success Beyond Traditional Firms
We had a look at the huge MaxiPrinter from Constructions 3D.
Design of the Week: Sound Absorbing Facade
This weekās selection is the Sound Absorbing Facade by David FluĆ of TU Darmstadt.
Rethinking Construction: The Potential of Generative Design for 3D Printed Buildings
Iāve been thinking about a new concept for designing 3D printed buildings that just might change the way we work and live quite a bit.
MX3D Bridge Removed After Two-Year Permit Expires
It will be moved from Amsterdam to a new location for continued research on WAAM capabilities.
Innovative Technologies Reshaping the Construction Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the transformative shift in the construction industry towards integrating advanced technologies like 3D printing and automation.
Evidence of a Potential SpaceX-Related 3D Printed Construction Uncovered
I spotted evidence of an unusual construction 3D print taking place that might involve SpaceX.
Advancing Construction: PLA and Wood Fiber Composite for 3D Printed Concrete Molds
An interesting research paper proposes using 3D printed concrete molds made from PLA and wood fiber.
Shaping Sustainable Structures: Exploring 3D Printing in Construction
The construction industry has long heralded 3D printing as its next big innovation.
Saudi Aramco and BOLD Capital Partners Invest $52M in Mighty Buildings
Mighty Buildings has received a mighty investment that should lead to significant expansion for the construction 3D printing company.
Cybe’s 93% Carbon Reduction Cement for Construction 3D Printing
Cybe announced a new construction 3D printing material that is nearly carbon neutral, and this changes the game completely.
Book of the Week: Construction 4.0
This weekās selection is āConstruction 4.0: An Innovation Platform for the Built Environmentā by Anil Sawhney, Michael Riley and Javier Irizarry.
Ibon Iribar de Cemex Ventures habla sobre la impresiĆ³n 3D en la industria de la construcciĆ³n
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe hablan con Ibon Iribar sobre avances y applicaciones de la impresiĆ³n 3D en el area de construcciĆ³n en Cemex.
Cemex Ventures’ Ibon Iribar Discusses 3D Printing in the Construction Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe speak to Ibon Iribar about ongoing developments and applications of construction 3D printing at Cemex.
Manufacturing Supercycle Unleashed: How Foreign Investments and Legislative Acts Are Redefining US Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the potential for additive manufacturing’s role in a manufacturing renaissance.
Record Excavator Sales Reflect Construction Boom: Implications for 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi foresee increasing use of construction 3D printers.
The Wind Power Pioneer Revolutionizing Offshore Turbines in Denmark
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi believe Denmark to be a pioneer in extensive use of 3D printing for sustainable energy generation.
The Power of Construction 3D Printing: Two Trailblazing Projects Showcase Its Potential
Construction 3D printing is growing, and two recent projects indicate where the technology could be headed.
PERI begins construction on Europeās first 3D printed public building
It is a two story football clubhouse for SC Capelle measuring 330 sqm and it will be printed in 140 hours
NASA’s CHAPEA Program: Living in a 3D Printed Martian Home for a Year
Would you live in a 3D printed house for a year? NASA volunteers are doing so.
Stony Brook Living Laboratory: Advancing Sustainable Development with 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the potential use of several forms of 3D printing in a new building project.
Labor Force Challenges in Construction: KPMG Survey Reveals AM as a Solution
Iām reading an interesting report from KPMG that ends up discussing additive manufacturing.
Design of the Week: TSUGINOTE TEA HOUSE
This weekās selection is the TSUGINOTE TEA HOUSE by designers Atsumi Kei and Nicholas PrĆ©aud.
Waste from Marble Quarry Used to 3D Print Architectural Elements
In places like Ticino, Switzerland, ‘rock flour’ can constitute up to 40% of total production, according to ETH ZĆ¼rich.
COBOD Unveils Europe’s Largest 3D Printed Building Project
Denmark-based COBOD, has announced a rather large 3D printed building project.
3D Printing Meets Hemp: A New Frontier in Sustainable Building and Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a unique material for 3D printed construction.
How Danish 3D Printing Innovations Can Restore Ukraine’s Infrastructure
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at ways Danish companies might assist Ukraine using 3D print technology.
Navigating the Complexities of Implementing Construction 3D Printing
I recently had a conversation with someone attempting to implement construction 3D printing, and discovered many things.
MIT Researchers Discover Ancient Roman Secret for Durable 3D Printed Concrete
MIT has discovered something interesting about concrete that could affect construction 3D printing.
Exploring Affordable 3D Printed Homes: Mighty Buildings and ICON
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at two US companies at the forefront of construction 3D printing.
Rethinking Design in Construction 3D Printing: Time for a Revolution
Finally there is someone talking about the biggest issue in construction 3D printing: design.
Monterrey: Mighty Buildings’ New 3D Home Printing Factory
Mighty Buildings announced the opening of a new factory in Monterrey, Mexico.
ICON’s Initiative 99: A Chance to Transform Construction with 3D Printing
ICON announced something that should have happened a long time ago: an architectural design contest.
A Look at UMaine’s 3D Printed Solutions to Housing, Energy and Infrastructure Challenges
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at several 3D printed innovations at the University of Maine.
130 Buildings Worldwide Have Been 3D Printed: COBOD Report
COBOD has released some startling statistics about 3D printed buildings.
ICON and Partners Reveal Unconventional Construction 3D Printing Project in Marfa, Texas
A very unusual, and perhaps application-opening construction 3D printing project has been announced by ICON and partners.
Beyond 3D Printed Houses
An exclusive interview with COBOD founder Henrik Lund-Nielsen about driving construction 3D printing innovation in infrastructures.
Nasa Wants To Build A Pipeline On The Moon
The space agency is studying moon-based robots and additive manufacturing to build a pipeline that transports oxygen from an extraction site to a lunar base.
COBOD Completes Project 3D Printing Climate-Resistant 10 Homes in Kenya
COBOD reports incredible progress on one of their several 3D printed home projects.
Defense Production in India Gains Momentum with 3D Printing Technology
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi review large Indian firms leveraging 3D printing.
BIG and ICON Joining Forces to Create a 3D Printing Neighborhood
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at an unprecedented 3D print project in Texas.
Dubai’s 3D Printed Mosque: A Critical Analysis
Another high-profile 3D printing project is underway in Dubai, and Iām a bit suspicious.
Exploring Beyond the Box: Construction 3D Printing for Undersea Artificial Reefs
Almost all the buzz about construction 3D printing is about āprinting homesā, but there’s more to the story.
2022: A Look At The Top 10 3D Printing Developments
Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate countdown their top ten 3D print developments for 2022.
Exploring the Messy Reality of Construction 3D Printing: A New Video
A new video show the challenges and successes of working with construction 3D printers.
ICON Awarded Massive NASA Contract for Lunar 3D Printing
ICON has landed a US$57.2M contract with NASA to 3D print a Lunar 3D printing system.
Industry Giants Support Concrete 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at developments in construction 3D print applications.
ICON Begins Massive 3D Printed Construction Project
ICON announced their massive 3D printed construction project to build 100 homes is now underway.
Seeing Through Concrete and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding looks at a new technology for concrete quality control and whether it should be used in construction 3D printing.
The Water Infrastructure Crisis and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi propose several ideas for leveraging 3D printing technology to solve today’s water crises.
Unlocked: 3D Printing By Drones
New research has proven it is possible to use drones to 3D print large objects.