Dubai Municipality has installed 40 seats, which were manufactured utilizing 3D printing technology, in Uptown Mirdiff and Al Khazzan Parks.
The move is in line with several initiatives including the 2021 legislation which supports the emirate’s strategic target to ensure that 25% of its buildings are constructed using 3D printing technology by 2030.
The Municipality partnered with Avenco Robotics and AC3D, who specialize in 3D Printing. The step highlights Dubai Municipality’s efforts to establish active partnerships with the private sector in Dubai to develop optimal initiatives and projects.
Ali Humaid Al Muhairi, Director of City Beautification and Public Enterprise Department, Dubai Municipality, underscored that this initiative aims to effectively leverage existing resources and technologies to transform Dubai into an ideal model of environmental sustainability, a press communication reads.
“The seating spaces in park areas are manufactured using 3D printing technology and are both durable and resistant to adverse weather conditions. In addition to their eco-friendly materials and lesser use of material for production, which shortens time and the need for periodic maintenance, the distinctive and contemporary designs of these seats are ideal for the engineering and physical structure of public parks in Dubai,” Ali Humaid said.
Boris Kozlov, founder of the construction 3D printing company ‘AC3D’ said: “Our approach involved adopting a specific design and creating a unique toolpath for the 3D printer and integrating rebar structures to enhance durability. We also focused on the usability of the seating solution, ensuring comfort and practicality. This combination of innovative design and advanced technology resulted in benches that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, contributing to the enhancement of the park’s environment.”
Eng. Taimur El Maraghi, Business Development Manager at Avenco Robotics, said: “We are pleased to collaborate with Dubai Municipality to deliver the first 3D printed seats for the Uptown Mirdif Park. This achievement in collaboration with the municipality, is an important step in our efforts to integrate advanced technology to serve the community in public places, enhance city design with innovative solutions, and demonstrate our commitment to innovation, sustainability, community service, and city development. 3D printing technology offers many advantages in outdoor seating compared to traditional methods, including design flexibility, material waste reduction, accelerated production with the addition of Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) for durability and weather-resistance, and reduced maintenance, which makes it an ideal choice for parks and public places.”
The Municipality aims to complete this initiative in several phases by installing similar kind of seats in public parks.
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