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Innovative Substitutes for Steel and Aluminum in Formwork

Challenge the norm in formwork materials! In collaboration with Doka, we are searching for eco-friendly substitutes for steel & aluminum that can meet performance and ecological standards in Wall Formwork, Floor Formwork, and Floor Props. Elevate your solutions and scale up with Doka's global reach & expertise in the construction market.

Who can take part? Open to startups, tech innovators, researchers, and material science experts eager to collaborate on eco-friendly alternatives.

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To help participants better understand the context and technical requirements of the challenge, we have compiled a knowledge base.

Emission Data

Understanding the environmental impact of traditional construction materials is key when exploring sustainable alternatives. Here’s a snapshot of the GHG emissions associated with commonly used materials that you can use to compare your approaches with:

  • GHG Emission Data: Aluminum: 10.023 kg CO2eq per 1 kg. Steel: 2.3278 kg CO2eq per 1 kg.

Key Areas

  1. Wall Formwork Product Example: Framax Xlife Plus - Detailed information about the current system, including technical specifications, videos, and application scenarios. Innovation Focus: Materials that can match or exceed the strength and durability of current steel and aluminum solutions while being more sustainable.
  2. Floor Formwork Product Example: DokaXdek - Insights into floor formwork systems, including technical data and practical applications. Innovation Focus: Development of lightweight, sustainable materials suitable for floor formwork applications that maintain structural integrity and ease of use.
  3. Floor Props Product Example: Floor Props - Information on existing floor prop systems, their load-bearing capacities, and other technical details. Innovation Focus: Finding new materials that meet high load-bearing requirements while reducing the environmental impact and maintaining safety standards and applicability on construction site.

Additional Resources

  • Production Insights: Doka Production Overview - A look into Doka's production facilities and processes, providing context on how new materials could be integrated into existing workflows.