Shimizu Corporation
Develops spray-based 3D concrete printing systems for on-site construction of reinforced concrete structures using robotics and simulation.
- CEO / Founder
- Tatsuya Shimmura
- Team Size
- 10000+
- Stage
- Public
- Total Funding
- Publicly Traded
Technology & Products
Key Products
Shimizu Corporation offers building construction, real estate development, engineering, green energy development, and research and development. They are also developing next-generation digital platforms for buildings.
Technological Advantage
Proprietary spray-based 3D concrete printing system allows printing of reinforced structures up to 2m+ in height, with simulation tools predicting material behavior before printing.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables automated on-site construction of large, curved reinforced concrete components, reducing labor requirements and increasing design flexibility for complex structures.
How They Differentiate
Spray-based deposition method (vs. extrusion-based systems) combined with robotics and simulation for reinforced concrete printing, enabling on-site construction of large structural components.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Construction companies, infrastructure developers, and engineering firms requiring automated concrete construction.
Industry Verticals
Construction; Civil Engineering; Infrastructure
Competitors
Obayashi, Kajima
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Achieved 40% reduction in construction time for reinforced concrete columns using spray-based 3D printing technology
Major Milestones
2024: First application of spray-based 3D printing technology in actual construction work; Development of Shimz Robo-Printer gantry-type construction 3D printer; Development of fiber-reinforced mortar material 'Raktum' for 3D printing
Notable Customers
Shimizu Corporation primarily serves B2B clients, including institutional decision-makers, procurement officers, asset managers, and government planners. They also collaborate with major financial institutions and developers in the US through their subsidiary Cross Management Corp.