SIKA PARTNERS WITH BIG TO SHOWCASE INNOVATIONS IN 3D CONCRETE PRINTING

Sika is partnering with the
renowned architects firm, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), to showcase its latest 3D
concrete printing capabilities at the “Formgiving” Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Globally renowned for their playful, experimental and
innovative architecture, BIG – a
world

leading international architects firm with headquarters in
Copenhagen ‐ has realised
landmark

projects such as VIA 57 WEST in New York, and the Danish Maritime
Museum in Helsingør.

“Formgiving”, the latest in BIG’s series of its well‐established exhibitions, will run in Copenhagen
from June 12, 2019 to January 5, 2020, and will focus on the future of
construction and how it shapes the planet.

Sika will be participating in the exhibition with a live 3D
printing demonstration, establishing 3D printing as a major trend in the
construction of the future. Exhibition visitors will be able to see Sika’s
realisation of the Hualien Residences project in Taiwan, a case study developed
by BIG to demonstrate how 3D concrete printing enables new forms and surfaces,
and opens up unique opportunities for new architectural designs.

Bjarke Ingels, CEO Bjarke Ingels Group: “BIG has
partnered with Sika to explore how 3D concrete printing will enable new
architecture and impact the economies of manufacturing. Sika’s deep understanding
of the integral relationship between the material science and 3D printed manufacturing
has advanced BIG’s understanding of how to adapt the architectural design process
to best use the opportunities offered by the new technology.”

Frank Hoefflin, Chief Technology Officer, Sika: “We are
delighted to be partnering with Danish

architect firm BIG, who are renowned for their
groundbreaking and innovative approach to

design. Sika is the leading company in the industrialisation
of 3D concrete printing, and our

strength lies in combining all required building blocks for
cementitious printing. Our cooperation with BIG will enable us not only to
further develop the materials and manufacturing technologies, but also to
combine both in the first elements that will be integrated in real projects.”

More information from Romaine Cloete, Tel: +27 31 792 6500
/ email: [email protected]