CemANT mobile 3D construction systems for concrete printing
CemANT is more than just a concrete printing ecosystem — it's the future of 3D building construction.
It can save up to 30% in costs and cut construction time by up to 70%.
CemANT — Winner of the BRICS Solutions Awards in the category “DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION FOR SUSTAINABILITY”
BRICS Solutions Awards 2025
The CemANT project is the leading Global South solution for digital transformation in the energy transition and sustainable development.
Meet CemANT
The only 3D printer in the world that can be installed not only on the foundation,
but also on floor slabs — for constructing interior walls similar to aerated concrete.
but also on floor slabs — for constructing interior walls similar to aerated concrete.
What is CemANT?
- CemANT is an innovative hardware and software system for automated building construction.The name combines "Cement" and "Ant", symbolizing teamwork, endurance, and efficiency — the core values of the product.
- The system consists of multiple compact, mobile, and cost-effective units — “cement ants” — that continuously print walls using concrete mixtures.
- Each CemANT unit is a lightweight 3D printer operating in a circular area around itself. No heavy machinery or special site preparation is required for setup.
- Deployment of CemANT is fast and straightforward: the full cycle from equipment delivery to the start of printing takes between 1 and 5 working days, depending on site conditions.
- All units are managed from a single CemANT Control Center, which coordinates their actions and automatically redistributes tasks if one of the units fails — ensuring continuous, uninterrupted construction.
Five key advantages of the CemANT system
Forget the dinosaurs of construction printing.
We’re automating multi-storey building construction like no other company in the world.
Faster. Cheaper. Smarter.
We’re automating multi-storey building construction like no other company in the world.
Faster. Cheaper. Smarter.
- Multi-storey, any scale
- CemANT scales with the number of units and is not limited by site size. It is suitable for buildings of any area and height.
- CemANT units are available for rent.
- Synchronized operation of multiple printers
- A swarm of CemANT printers works in harmony and simultaneously on a single project, dramatically accelerating the construction process.
- Productivity scales linearly by adding more units — 1, 3, 10, 50 — depending on project needs.
- Mobility
- Easily moves across the site and between floors.
- No complex assembly or disassembly required, unlike gantry systems.
- Installs on any surface — no foundation or site prep needed.
- Deployment takes under one hour.
- In-extruder material mixing
- Concrete is mixed directly inside the extruder — no need for a mixer or concrete pump. Enables the use of special additives like fast-setting agents and fire-resistant compounds.
- A single unit lays in 8 hours the equivalent of 150 aerated concrete blocks.
- Reliability and Predictability
- The failure of a single unit does not stop construction. Work processes are automatically redistributed through the CemANT Control Center.
- It doesn’t delay, make mistakes, or require a benefits package (housing, meals, medical care, workwear).
Technical Specifications of the Printer
Parameter
CemANT
Extruder Output
From 5 to 18 kg/min at up to 60% power.
Maximum output — 33 kg/min.
Maximum output — 33 kg/min.
Layer Deposition Speed (80 mm width × 20 mm height)
3.6 meters per minute
Layer Deposition Speed (50 mm width × 20 mm height)
7.0 meters per minute
Printer Weight (metal version)
450 kg
Maximum Printing Height (per printer)
4.5 m
Rental Cost per Day
25,000 RUB
Rental Period:
From 30 days
Unit Purchase Price
Available upon request
Printing Materials
Standard M-grade mixes and specialized blends
Personnel
1 operator per 5 units
How CemANT Works
Transportation
- Delivery and setup on-site or in a workshop — 1 day
Connection to Power and Water Supply
- Setup takes less than 1 hour
Data Input for CemANT Control Center
- Site or floor parameters
- 3D model of the structure
- Concrete mix specifications
- Number of CemANT units
Processing in CemANT Control Center
- Generation of a unified print file
- Task distribution across CemANT units
- Real-time construction monitoring
Operator Training and Test Run
- 1–2 days
Printing
- CemANT units operate 24/7
Innovative CemANT Extruder
The heart of our system, delivering outstanding innovative advantages.
- A MIXING REVOLUTIONUse additives that traditional batching plants can’t handle:
- Fire-resistant composites
- Freeze-resistant agents (down to –40°C)
- Mixes that set in just 15 minutes
- PRECISION = STRENGTHComponent dosing accuracy within 0.1%.
No voids, delamination, or human error. - VERSATILITYMounts on any kinematic system in just 2 hours:
- Our proprietary SCARA systems (for swarms)
- Gantry printers
- Multi-axis robotic arms (KUKA/ABB)
Geography and Implementation Scenarios
BRICS Countries
- Brazil, India, South Africa, China
- Rapid mass housing construction, shortage of labor
Densely Built Urban Areas
- Operates on any floor, no cranes required
Remote Regions
- Transportable without heavy machinery, fully autonomous operation
Challenging Climate Zones
- Operates in high humidity, dust, and extreme temperature fluctuations
Approach Comparison
Traditional construction vs. 3D printing: speed, cost-efficiency, labor requirements, precision, and waste reduction.
- Construction SpeedBuilding the structural shell is 3–5 times faster compared to traditional methods.
- CostCemANT technology reduces construction expenses by 20–30%.
- Labor LoadAutomation significantly reduces the physical workload on personnel.
- Precision and WasteModern technology increases construction accuracy and minimizes material waste.
Awards and Achievements
We are winners of the BRICS Innovation Awards 2025 and residents of Skolkovo.
Our technology helps save up to 30% in costs and reduce construction time by up to 70%.
Our technology helps save up to 30% in costs and reduce construction time by up to 70%.
- Faster ConstructionFloor construction is 3–5 times faster than with traditional methods.
- Cost ReductionBudget savings of 20–30% through process optimization.
- Infrastructure IndependenceMobile 3D printers operate without gantries, cranes, or concrete pumps — especially valuable in urban environments.
- International RecognitionWinning the BRICS Innovation Awards 2025 confirms the global potential of our technology.
BRICS Solutions Awards
The BRICS Solutions Awards recognize and promote innovative projects that contribute to climate change mitigation, environmental sustainability, and efficient use of natural resources.
This award is given to high-impact initiatives that address global challenges while fostering sustainable development across BRICS countries.
Aligned with the strategic priorities of the BRICS Business Council (BBC), these projects strengthen BRICS’ role as a global leader in advancing environmental and climate technologies.
This award is given to high-impact initiatives that address global challenges while fostering sustainable development across BRICS countries.
Aligned with the strategic priorities of the BRICS Business Council (BBC), these projects strengthen BRICS’ role as a global leader in advancing environmental and climate technologies.
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Partnership
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