Acciona unveils iconic 3D printed pieces at Sharjah expo
SHARJAH, October 12, 2020
Acciona, a global leader in sustainable infrastructure solutions, is showcasing some of its iconic 3D printed pieces at a major event for the additive manufacturing industry being held at the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park Headquarters.
The 3D UAE Emerging Technologies expo which kicked off yesterday (October 11) brings together global industry leaders, government ministers and academics. Its goal is to foster greater collaboration in the expanding field of 3D printing.
Acciona is exhibiting innovative pieces made at its 3D printing hub in Dubai.
Acciona owns and operates the largest fully functional concrete 3D printer in the world with the Powder Bed technology. This printer is particularly suitable for manufacturing pieces with complex shapes that require structural resistance.
It works with concrete as the raw material, making it an ideal solution for the use in architecture, urban planning and building.
Acciona 3D Concrete Printing Business COO Luis Clemente said: "The exhibition is going to give us the opportunity to identify innovative ideas, launch revolutionary new products, and strike diverse partnerships and business agreements."
Instead of milling a work piece from a solid block, 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, builds the part up layer by layer from material supplied as a fine powder. Various metals, plastics and composite materials can be used.
The benefits of 3D printing technology include less waste, fewer CO2 emissions and total freedom of design.
The Spanish infrastructure giant chose Ras Al Khor Industrial Area to install its 3D printing hub to support "Dubai 3D Printing Strategy" and their commitment to deploy this technology in all areas of the economy and, specifically, in the construction sector.
Acciona's 3D projects in the Middle East so far include the region's first 3D printed concrete bus stop for the Ajman Transport Authority as well as some urban furniture for local museums, stated Clemente.
In Spain, it has build the first 3D printed bridge in the world made with concrete in Madrid and a replica of the Arch of Duenas for the archeological museum of Madrid, to name a few.
Acciona is a global group that develops and manages sustainable infrastructure solutions, particularly in renewable energy projects.
Its range of services covers the entire value chain of design, construction, operation and maintenance. Acciona's aim is to lead the transition to a low-carbon economy and does this by applying technical excellence and innovation to design a better planet.-TradeArabia News Service
