Qatar’s UCC Holding and Denmark’s COBOD signs contract to supply the world’s largest third-generation 3D printers

The largest third-generation 3D printer in the world, COBOD, of Denmark, and UCC Holding, the top infrastructure and construction business in Qatar, have entered into an agreement to supply the world's largest 3D printers for use in building schools in Qatar. Along with other dignitaries and important stakeholders, Henrik Lund-Nielsen, the CEO and founder of COBOD, and Ramez Al Khayyat, the president of UCC Holding, signed a document in Doha.

Together, UCC Holding and COBOD will use third-generation 3D printers to construct schools that will total 40,000 square meters and break the record for the largest structures ever constructed using 3D printing technology.

Sustainability is a top priority for this project, and COBOD's cutting-edge 3D printing technology was created expressly to cut down on material waste and boost productivity. This lowers the amount of concrete used, which is essential for lowering the construction process' carbon footprint. Additionally, COBOD technology makes it possible to automate the construction of concrete buildings and structures by utilizing better designs that maximize the usage of reinforcement and concrete. 

The deal states that COBOD will offer consultancy services for concrete printer design, manufacture, installation, and supervision. COBOD will offer technical assistance and on-site training to UCC Holding in order to guarantee the successful implementation of the 3D printing process. 

The two schools' construction is expected to start in 2025. Every school will be housed in a two-story building with a 100 x 100 meter footprint. The two BOD XL printers from COBOD will each be 50 meters long, 30 meters wide, and 15 meters tall, setting a new record for size. The printers will run as quickly as possible to ensure timely completion while upholding the highest standards of sustainability and safety.