3D Concrete Printing Technology in Construction

MudBots has tested, and continues to test, a myriad of different mixes from standard Portland scenarios to hempcrete, clay, polyethylene, polyurethane, geopolymer and geopolycrete. While most have never heard of some of these mix solutions, they are on their way to becoming industry standards in the not so distant future. MudBots has spent most of their time printing with nothing more than standard Type S Mortar mix. The strength of Type S is about 2500 to 3000 psi which is more than enough for print jobs, but when you begin adding other attributes like hardeners, synthetic fibers, polystyrene fillers, powder adhesives, plasticizers and dies, you can significantly change the mix's characteristics.

How 3DCP Works

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Concrete printing is possible with the construction of a large 3D printer capable of printing large scale structures, from spas and barbeques to homes and larger commercial buildings, without the need of traditional framing, forming or blocks. MudBots offers printers from 10' x 10' up to 100' x 100'.

Affordable and readily available oncrete printing mixes

There are hundreds of different mix formulas that closely resemble a mortar type mix. Each mix requires months of testing for different characteristics, such as fluidity, bonding, water impenetrability, Seismic resistance, as well as curing and strength. Mixes are designed for 1200 PSI up to 10,000 PSI, depending on the structure and engineered objectives.

2D Drawing and 3D Drawing designs and watch it get 3d printed in reality

First step is to decide what you want to print.

The next step is to conceptualize a 2D design using a CAD program, and then converting the design to a 3D model using any 3D software that can export an STL file.

It is important to have a design ready and make solid plans before you starting dabbling on 3D Concrete Printing

Once the 3D model is ready, the STL file is imported into a slicing software, where the height of each printed pass is specified.

After slicing the model into individual print passes, the system exports the code which is interpreted into actual nozzle movement.

Almost finished printing concrete studio house in Mudbots facility

The mix is batched on site after which, the liquid ingredients are added to the dry mixes and mixed for delivery to a computer-controlled pump, which works in unison with the printer to control nozzle speed, and the volume rate of material at the nozzle.

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Apply finishing during - or in this case - after printing your desired concrete structure.

Top view of our large scale 3D Concrete Printer for printing houses and other big concrete structures

A focus on concrete printer hose and nozzle tip for building 3D printed houses and other large structures.

Creating innovative and curvilinear designs is easy, made possible by Concrete Printers.

Add any design on your mind to your printed concrete structures

Every week we are asked to perform testing from some of the largest companies in construction. Here we are testing different stamping forms to determine the mix that is necessary to enable the tamping required to transfer the form design to the wall. There are hundreds of different mix formulas. The key is understanding the properties of base mixes and the myriad of additives that will provide engineers with the results their after.

Print low walls and add finish in real time to make it look smoother

With the use of different tools, you can drill holes and carve out various shapes out of any 3D printed concrete structures. It is so easy, anybody could do it!

3DCP Process

Step 1

Three men assembly in 3 hours without any lifting devices or need for heavy footings

Step 2

Print layout for footings with spray nozzle attachment

Step 3

Move printer for escavators in just 10 minutes

Step 4

Print forms for footings and flatwork

Step 5

Print walls up to 10' without stopping

Step 6

Add electrical boxes, rebar, and trowel walls while printing

Want to own your own company?
Want to earn over 100k a month?
Want more time with your family?

We thought so!

MudBots is looking for the best. If you have a background in construction, love new technology and especially love business in general, you’re in the right place.

Minimum Requirements:

Required to attend a 3-dweek training in SLC
Purchase two (2) demo 3D Concrete Printers
Must have a late model truck

Must have an enclosed branded trailer
Must demo product to at least two (2) dealers each week
Sign one dealer each month

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Concrete Printing by MudBots

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3D Concrete Printing - Understanding the Differences

How 3DCP Works

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