Emily M. Martin | Construction Blog Utilizing 3D printing in both commercial and residential projects has been gaining popularity within the construction industry. While the benefits may appear endless, there are still risks to be considered before this technology may go mainstream around the United States. Rewards Major potential for environmentally friendly construction projects and… Continue reading Risks & Rewards of 3D Printing in the Construction Industry
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Affordable Housing, Military Contracts and Mars: 3D Printing Construction Potential Builds
Adam J. Weaver and Lindsey Mitchell | Gravel2Gavel The 3D printing construction market is likely on the cusp of a boom. This unique construction method boasts many advantages in comparison to traditional forms of construction. Projects can be completed more quickly and at a fraction of the cost, given fewer laborers are required and the… Continue reading Affordable Housing, Military Contracts and Mars: 3D Printing Construction Potential Builds
Not Your Average Desktop Printer: How 3D Printing May Impact the Construction Industry
Jason A. Copley and Michael I. Schwartz | Cohen Seglias We are in the midst of what has been termed the “Fourth Industrial Revolution,” where manufacturing and other industries take advantage of modern advances in smart technology, automation, and cloud computing. 3D printing (also called “additive manufacturing”) is one such innovation starting to disrupt traditional… Continue reading Not Your Average Desktop Printer: How 3D Printing May Impact the Construction Industry
3D Printing: A New Era in Concrete Construction
Zoey Zhao | Construction Executive The construction of buildings using concrete has been around since the time of the Romans. In all those centuries, concrete structures have been built using essentially the same method: forms, reinforcement, mixing, pouring, setting, repeat. The process is costly and time-consuming. The construction of the forms alone demands dozens of… Continue reading 3D Printing: A New Era in Concrete Construction
Startups Building 3D Printed Homes Aim for Large-Scale Success
Carpenter Wellington A new property development in Austin, Texas plans to become the largest 3D printed housing development in the US. The neighborhood will feature 100 single-story 3D printed homes. Construction is slated to finish in 2022. This ambitious housing development is being spearheaded by startups Lennar and ICON. Jason Ballard is the co-founder and CEO… Continue reading Startups Building 3D Printed Homes Aim for Large-Scale Success