O n San Antonio’s Northeast Side, a massive 3D-printing robot moves seamlessly, piping out layers for Icon’s largest commercial building yet.
The Austin company’s first San Antonio project will be a 12,649-square-foot exhibition and training center for Asco Equipment.
Since launching in 2018, Icon has 3D-printed 270 structures, including a 100-home community in Georgetown with Lennar Homes, military barracks, rocket launch pads and a hotel in Marfa.
“On a recent project with the military, we were three times faster and millions of dollars cheaper than a typical construction job,” said Will Hurd, Icon’s president and a former congressman. “Because we know how much we need, we can reduce the cost of materials. If we’re able to print walls in seven to 10 days versus 30 to 45 days, it reduces your expenses pretty significantly.”…