COBOD
COBOD is a 3D construction printing system that extrudes concrete on site using modular gantry printers, batch plants, and COBOD Slice software to turn CAD geometry into printable toolpaths.
Headquartered in Denmark, COBOD International supplies gantry-based 3D construction printers, material handling, and slicer software for on-site concrete printing on walls and structural elements. The BOD2 line is marketed as modular in footprint, with published maximum print dimensions and CE-marked, UL-listed electrical components for several regional markets (COBOD, 2025).
A full deployment typically pairs the printer with a batch plant, silo, pump, and printable mortar or concrete mixes tuned for layer adhesion and build speed. COBOD Slice converts modeled geometry into machine instructions, while COBOD Connect offers a customer portal for documentation, spare parts, and peer knowledge sharing after installation.
The company promotes an open partner model for materials so regional producers can qualify mixes rather than locking users to a single supplier. Training, certification, and field support are positioned as part of the commercial package for crews adopting robotic placement on real projects.
Investors and strategic partners have included construction and materials firms at minority stakes, reflecting integration with mainstream concrete supply chains rather than standalone hardware sales alone (COBOD, 2022).
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Turnkey hardware plus slicer software from one vendor
- Modular printer sizing for different site layouts
- Documented maximum print dimensions and safety listings
- Partner-friendly material strategy for local mix suppliers
Cons
- Capital-intensive compared with conventional formwork
- Requires qualified concrete mixes and trained operators
- Regional building codes for printed concrete still evolve
- Throughput and finish quality depend on mix and weather
Key features
Modular BOD2 gantry: Adjustable print envelope for linear and taller wall segments with field-proven mechanical design.
COBOD Slice: Prepares CAD models and exports printable paths for the robot instead of manual programming.
Material train: Optional silo, batch plant, and piston pump to meter dry and wet materials into the print head.
Certified components: CE and UL-listed parts called out for electrical safety in product documentation.
COBOD Connect: Web portal for customers to access training media, documentation, and spare-part ordering.
Pricing
Printer and solution package
Contact sales
Sold as project-specific quotes including hardware, services, and financing options. Verify with COBOD sales.
Frequently asked questions
What software does COBOD use to print?
COBOD Slice converts modeled building geometry into printable instructions for the gantry printer. Teams still model in their CAD or BIM tools, then prepare files for printing in Slice before production.
Does COBOD sell only the printer?
COBOD markets a full solution that can include the gantry printer, batch plant, silo, pump, materials guidance, installation, training, and ongoing support through COBOD Connect.
What materials can COBOD printers use?
The ecosystem is built around printable mortars and concrete mixes. COBOD describes generations of printable materials with different cement content, sourcing, and cost profiles; partners often qualify local mixes.
Is COBOD equipment certified?
Product pages cite CE marking for the European market and UL-listed components for electrical safety in applicable regions. Always confirm code acceptance with your authority having jurisdiction.
How large can COBOD BOD2 print?
Published specifications list maximum print length as open-ended along the track, with maximum width and height figures that vary by regional configuration. Check the latest datasheet for the layout you plan.
Who owns COBOD?
COBOD International A/S is privately held. The company discloses minority investments from industrial groups including PERI, GE Energy, CEMEX, and Holcim to align with materials and construction channels.