From digital prototyping to a concrete element

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The glass-fiber concrete curtain façade panels are manufactured by pressure injection process

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Visualization and generation of 3D models is an established core competence of Wasa

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Wasa uses a CNC-controlled 5-axes portal-milling machine for manufacture of the models

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Following CNC processing, the surfaces of the models are finished and provided with a micro-fine coating to ensure a smooth and closed surface

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Wasa precast mold are manufactured by computer-controlled system engineering: the Wasa Pur polyurethane system was specifically developed for large-size, self-supporting molds

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Wasa precast molds Shore A65 have shown to be especially well suited for three-dimensional building components

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Within the context of a strong demand for concrete products, a trend is developing towards individual and diversified block systems. Planners and architects no longer view the various cast stone blocks isolated from one another. Concrete slabs and tiles are enhanced and combined with the façades and design elements of matching design and haptics.

In the concrete block industry, the situation and the demand for concrete products could hardly be better. Many manufacturers are working at their upper levels of production capacity. Accordingly, there are few incentives for changes. The resources for new developments are limited.

Within this context, however, a tendency for individual and diversified block systems is developing. Planners and architects no longer view the various cast stone blocks isolated from one another. Concrete slabs and tiles are enhanced and combined with the façades and design elements of matching design and haptics.