{"id":12517,"date":"2025-06-11T15:51:50","date_gmt":"2025-06-11T12:51:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/doha\/?p=12517"},"modified":"2025-06-11T15:51:50","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T12:51:50","slug":"this-just-in-qatar-installed-the-biggest-3d-printer-in-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/doha\/en\/news\/this-just-in-qatar-installed-the-biggest-3d-printer-in-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"This Just In – Qatar Installed the Biggest 3D Printer In the World!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Imagine building a school with a giant 3D printer. Sounds futuristic, right? Well, Qatar is doing just that! The world\u2019s largest 3D construction printer has landed in Doha, and it\u2019s here to change the way we build. This massive BODXL printer, created by COBOD International and run by UCC Holding, was revealed in a VIP event – and it\u2019s already making waves in the world of construction.<\/p>\n

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Meet the Beast: The BODXL Printer<\/strong><\/h2>\n

This isn\u2019t your average 3D printer. The BODXL printer is a monster, measuring 50m x 30m x 15m (about the size of a Boeing 737 hangar!). It\u2019s over four times bigger than the next largest 3D construction printer, and it\u2019s all set to build two public schools in Doha. These schools will span a whopping 40,000 sqm\u2014talk about thinking big!<\/p>\n

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Printing the Future: What This Beast Can Do<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The BODXL printer is ready to redefine what\u2019s possible in construction. It can print buildings up to 1,500 sqm in size and as tall as five stories. That means entire schools, apartment complexes, or even office buildings could be printed in a fraction of the time it takes with traditional methods. And this is just the start! A second BODXL printer is on its way to Qatar, which means even more big projects are on the horizon.<\/p>\n

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So, What Else Can This 3D Printer Do?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Now, let\u2019s get creative! This isn\u2019t just about printing schools – this technology opens up a whole new world of possibilities.<\/p>\n

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    Faster, Cheaper, and More Sustainable Buildings<\/strong>
    Thanks to 3D printing, we can build faster, cheaper, and with a lot less waste. Traditional construction methods can be wasteful, but 3D printing minimizes material use, reducing both costs and carbon footprints. Imagine building a house or a business complex in weeks, not months!<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Custom Designs Made Easy<\/strong>
    Want a building that stands out? With 3D printing, you can easily create intricate designs or structures that would be tough (or impossible) to achieve using traditional methods. Curves, angles, and unique shapes are all within reach – perfect for unique architecture.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Humanitarian Solutions<\/strong>
    In places where traditional construction materials or labor are scarce, 3D printing could provide a faster, more affordable solution. Whether it\u2019s for disaster relief or building affordable housing, 3D printing could be the key to solving housing shortages across the globe.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Space Exploration Homes?<\/strong>
    And, hey, why not dream big? As we look toward space exploration, 3D printing could be used to construct habitats on the Moon or Mars. After all, if it works in Doha, why not on the Moon?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Qatar\u2019s leap into 3D construction isn\u2019t just about big printers – it\u2019s about opening up new possibilities for the future of building. With technology like this, the sky’s the limit. Who knows what we\u2019ll be printing next?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Imagine building a school with a giant 3D printer. Sounds futuristic, right? Well, Qatar is doing just that! The world\u2019s largest 3D construction printer has landed in Doha, and it\u2019s here to change the way we build. 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