structures. Shayne explains that they’ve focused on perfecting the technology at home before scaling elsewhere: “We’re getting weekly interest across Australia—and even Europe—but we choose to get our printers 100 percent marketready before full rollout.” Among the most ambitious projects to date is the Southern Hemisphere’s largest single print: a 440 m² structure using 143 tonnes of concrete and reaching wall heights of four metres. The build attracted national attention when it featured on 60 Minutes, and became a cornerstone of Contour 3D’s portfolio. “That project proves our machines can handle complex geometries at scale,” Shayne notes. Shortly afterward, the company completed an Aboriginal housing duplex using around 130 tonnes of material, demonstrating the technology’s adaptability to both bespoke architectural needs and communityfocused projects. Contour 3D’s achievements have earned industry accolades. In 2023 they received the New South Wales State Award for Technical Innovation, recognizing their first fully 3D-printed building. A few months later in Perth, they took home the national award in the same category against fierce competition. “Walking onto that stage with our entire team feels like winning for every individual who’s poured their expertise into this,” Shayne says. That recognition not only boosted morale but also sparked new conversations with architects, engineers and large construction firms. Technology remains at the heart of Contour 3D’s competitive edge. The upcoming fourthJUNE 2025
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