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Technology is impacting the construction sector in myriad positive ways and a key catalyst for the industry\u2019s technological revolution has been 3D printing. Here, Advantage<\/a> takes a look at how 3D printers are influencing the construction industry<\/h2>\n

3D printing has hit the headlines many times recently for its ground-breaking uses, but in this piece, we\u2019ll be discussing exactly how it can be put to work within property and construction \u2013 and we\u2019ll also highlight our top three examples of the most innovative ways developers, constructors, surveyors and more have incorporated it into their working lives.<\/p>\n

Speedy home-building<\/h3>\n

In 2017, Apis Cor<\/a> developed the first ever 3D-printed home<\/a> in Moscow. Taking just 24 hours to construct, it cost the company only \u00a38,000 to deliver \u2013 and was small, but perfectly formed. Apis Cor\u2019s 3D printer, like others used for construction, sprays layers of concrete which gradually form into a building \u2013 however, what sets it apart from its competitors is that the robotic \u201carm\u201d on the printer means that both the interior and exterior of the house can be constructed as well as just the foundation.<\/p>\n

Disaster relief<\/h3>\n

With the capability to produce structures at lightning speed thanks to 3D printing, it means that should a large-scale disaster strike a town or city, a sturdy shelter can be provided swiftly for those who are displaced. Although this notion has not yet been fully explored on a large scale, US company SOM partnered with the US Department of Energy<\/a> to build a small, pod-like house with 3D printers, using renewable solar and gas energy systems. The result was both cost-effective and required no electrical energy source in order for people to dwell in it.<\/p>\n

Bridges and infrastructure<\/h3>\n

The world\u2019s first 3D-printed pedestrian bridge<\/a> was opened in Madrid in 2016. The bridge, situated in a park in Alcobendas, was printed by a company called ACCIONA<\/a>.\u00a0 12 metres in length and just under 2 metres wide, it was constructed in phases \u2013 starting with the architectural design, followed by the construction of the printer itself. The 3D printer was designed to dispose of concrete\/materials only where needed, meaning it could be built with freedom of forms.<\/p>\n

Advantage<\/strong><\/p>\n

Advantage Home Construction Insurance<\/a> is proud to be on the cutting edge and always up to speed with the latest technology. Speak to one of our knowledgeable specialists today to see how we can help provide you with cover for your new-build property \u2013 you can contact us<\/a> through our website, or call us on 0845 900 3969.<\/p>\n

So, there you have it \u2013 our top three innovative uses of 3D printing in construction. A technology this revolutionary has the potential to completely change the way in which we build and interact with the environment around us, and it\u2019ll be fascinating to see how it impacts the sector in future.<\/p>\n

Think we\u2019ve missed anything out? Tweet us at @Advantage_LDI<\/a> to let us know!<\/p>\n

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