Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering (PCCoE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cretebots Digital Constructions, a construction 3D Printer manufacturer based in Pune, to establish a Centre of Excellence for Advanced 3D Concrete Printing Laboratory. The cutting-edge facility will be located in the Civil Engineering Department of PCCoE, Pune.
The collaboration aims to promote research, development, and innovation in 3D concrete printing technology, which has the potential to revolutionize the construction industry. The Center will offer cutting-edge facilities, expertise, and resources for developing and implementing advanced 3D concrete printing techniques.
CreteBots Brings 3D Concrete Printing Expertise
La Fondation Dassault Systèmes, Pune, will support the research work in this laboratory, adding to the project's prestige and innovation.
Key figures attending the MoU signing ceremony included Mr. Santosh Sutar, Managing Director of Cretebots Digital Constructions Pvt. Ltd., Dr. Ajay Gaikwad, Head of the Civil Department at PCCoE, Dr. N.R. Deore, Dean of R&D at PCCoE, and Dr. Vinay Rangari. Dr. G.N. Kulkarni, Director of PCCoE, was recognized for his role in making this commercially viable opportunity for 3D concrete printing.
This collaboration is expected to bridge the gap between academia and industry, fostering creativity and technological advancements in civil engineering. The Centre of Excellence will advance research while also providing commercial opportunities in the field of 3D concrete printing.
Construction 3D printing is gaining popularity in India, with almost every sector attempting to implement the technology to build houses, schools, barracks for defence personnel, border bunkers, and even 3D printed villas.
As the construction industry evolves, initiatives such as this Centre of Excellence will play an important role in shaping the future of building technology. The collaboration between PCCoE and Cretebots Digital Constructions Pvt. Ltd. is an important step towards more efficient, sustainable, and innovative construction methods.
CreteBots has completed numerous successful projects. From 3D printing in its Pune office to collaborating with JSW on multiple projects, including one at JSW's plant in Ballari, Karnataka.
