3D printer for house facades

Revolutionizing Construction with XXL 3D Printing:
Sustainable Housing Components

DUS Architects from Amsterdam have developed an innovative solution to reuse plastic waste by using it to print housing components through their KamerMaker project. In partnership with igus and other industry leaders, the team created a mobile XXL 3D printer housed in an overseas container. This system utilizes regranulated plastic waste to produce components up to 2x2x3 meters in size, contributing to sustainable construction practices and making housing accessible worldwide.

What is the Application?

The XXL 3D printer automates the production of large housing components made from recycled plastic, addressing the global challenge of waste management while promoting eco-friendly construction.

What are the Advantages of the Solution?

• Sustainability: Converts plastic waste into valuable building materials.

• Global Mobility: Compact design in a container allows deployment at material yards worldwide.

• Efficiency: Space gantry with stepper motors ensures smooth, consistent printing.

What are the Advantages of the Robot?

The igus space gantry robot is key to the project’s success:

• Corrosion Resistance: Ideal for harsh conditions near material yards.

• Lightweight Construction: Enables easy transportation while maintaining robustness.

• Process Reliability: Ensures safe and efficient reuse of plastic waste.

Building the Future with Mobile 3D Printing Technology

The KamerMaker project leverages igus robotics to transform waste into sustainable housing solutions. By enabling large-scale, eco-friendly production in mobile units, this innovation addresses environmental concerns and opens doors to cost-effective, durable housing in resource-constrained areas—a game-changing step toward global sustainability.