1、1New Materials and Construction Technologies35915 17 ContentNew Materials and Construction TechnologiesMain TrendsSpeciality ChemicalsIndustry OverviewPrecastTechnical MotorsFlooring and RoofingConstruction DecarbonizationNew Construction MethodsOverview of the Construction Value ChainCementModular

2、ConstructionClimate Overview24678 101113Industry OverviewThree main forces are shaping the industry.New Materials and Construction Technologies41%of the workforce will retire before 2031 in the U.S.More than 50%of industry leaders believe that the lack of a skilled workforce would be an issue to sca

3、le in the next decade.Industry leaders convene that work-site sustainability and safety regulations will affect the industry.Most professionals believe this change will be in the next 10 years,but a great part of them think it will be in place by next year.Clients are expected to stress the attentio

4、n on costs.Smart buildings and operational technologies play a big role in cost reduction.Moreover,the industry is pressuring infrastructure and affordable housing costs to reduce the industry gaps.Shortage of skilled workforceSustainability and safety regulationsCost pressure3Main TrendsNew Materia

5、ls and Construction TechnologiesSpeciality Chemicals PrecastTechnical MortarsThe trend has grown in popularity,with the market expected to reach$1.5trn by 2027.The construction chemicals market is expected to reach$71bn in value by 2026($42bn in 2021).The construction industry is one of the major en

6、d-users of precast concrete products.The growth of construction activities,especially in emerging economies,drives the demand for precast products.The growth of the technical mortars market is also driven by increasing demand for high-performance construction materials and the growth of the construc

7、tion industry.New construction methods have been a key aspect of the industry,with new trends such as lightweight construction structures,smart robotics,fabricated 3D construction structures,and modular construction.The global flooring and roofing trend has been on a toll,with the market growing exp

8、onentially.The growing demand for energy-efficient roofing solutions is being fostered by the need to reduce energy costs and address climate change by reducing the heat absorbed by buildings.Since the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has called for a 50%reduction in carbon emissions from t

9、he construction sector by 2030,this has prompted the popularity of construction decarbonization.Flooring and RoofingConstruction DecarbonisationNew construction methodsMain trends around new materials and construction technologies:4Speciality ChemicalsNew Materials and Construction TechnologiesNanot

10、echnology and materials quality monitoring are significantly changing the construction materials category.Sustainability-focused need for innovations is driving demand for energy-efficient and smart materials that minimize the environmental footprint and maximize the utility,changing the constructio

11、n materials category.Digitalization of the industry is also pushing for materials and products that can be easily integrated into digital workflows and tracked and monitored using digital tools(e.g.,BIM).Self-healing MaterialsSustainable MaterialsSmart AdditivesSelf-healing concrete and mortars:enab

12、le both existing and new concrete structures to repair themselves.The technology is based on microorganisms that produce limestone.Waterproof concrete 40%less reinforcement required 30-50%reduction in CO footprint Fewer maintenance costsCO storing concrete:the company removes COfrom the atmosphere,s

13、tores itin recycled concrete,andcuts new emissionsbyreducing the use of cement.CO is mineralized in concrete.It increases its strengths,making it COnegative.Other CO negative material:e.g.,Made of Air,Sphera Catalyzing technologies:smart catalysts that enhance the binding efficiency of binder system

14、s.During the hydration process,it effectively activates to form higher-density connecting crystals(Nanogence).Waste-based additives:Mineral-based admixtures Material Production MonitoringEnergy Efficient CoatingsQuality-monitoring of the material production:Alchemy enables continuous analysis of the

15、 quality-relevant data from chemistry,mineralogy,and grain size distribution to optimize cement or concrete production and strength and make it more sustainable.Glass coating:Albotherm offers a smart transitioning coating technology.The startup is developing glass coatings that reversibly transition

16、 from transparent to white to reduce solar gain in hot weather,allowing buildings and greenhouses to regulate their own temperature without electrical input.PrecastNew Materials and Construction TechnologiesNew production methods and materials drive precast innovations.The construction industry is o

17、ne of the major end-users of precast concrete products.The growth of construction activities,especially in emerging economies,is driving the demand for precast products.The growth of the precast concrete market is attributed to reduced construction time,improved productivity,reduced construction cos

18、t,and less environmental impact.The precast industry is experiencing significant advancements in technology,which is leading to the development of new products like 3D printing,new materials,and sustainable precasts.3D PrintingSmart ConcreteSustainable Precast3D printing of mouldiness precasts:Aedit

19、ive built a robotic 3D printing solution that enables a precise printing of the precast.Increased productivity No waste No-mould process Fewer defectsand higher quality Certainty in schedulingbased on precise simulation capabilitiesConcrete monitoring:IoT solutions enabling wireless sensing and clou

20、d-based monitoring and management to enable remote maturity and quality concrete monitoring and in-depth insights into the curing process of each monitoredprecast element.CO negative precast:the precast manufacturers can reduce cement consumption in daily production and decrease the carbon footprint

21、 of the products further by mineralizing CO into concrete,enabling the production of carbon-negative concrete.Material InnovationBiocementHigh-performance illuminated precast:Through the targeted integration of fiber optic cables,the surfaces of the precast concrete parts are transformed into lumino

22、us displays.By displaying dynamic arrows,lines,or entire pictograms,the smart concrete is used as guidance and also in innovative security concepts.Biomasons biocement:It consists of approximately 85%natural aggregate and 15%biocement material.The resulting precast product is used in projects throug

23、hout the US and Europe.Biolith tiles exceed the physical properties of standard materials for strength,absorption,adhesion,and dimensional tolerance and are safer for humans and the planet.Technical MortarsNew Materials and Construction TechnologiesSmart additives and recycling technologies empower

24、the higher performance and sustainability of mortars.The growth of the technical mortars market is driven by increasing demand for high-performance construction materials and the growth of the construction industry.The rising demand for sustainable construction practices empowers new material innova

25、tions in technical mortars,including recycled and carbon-neutral materials.Though technical mortars dont see as many innovations per se as other construction areas,certain trends boost the new mortar production and composition methods.Smart Addictives3D Printing MortarsLightweight MortarsCellulose f

26、ibril additives:Performance BioFilaments focuses on highly-sustainable Nanofibrillated Cellulose fibril additives which enhance the mechanical,rheological,thermal,chemical,physical,and related properties of mortars,concrete,and other advanced materials and specialty chemicals applications where perf

27、ormance is critical to success.Ready-to-mix 3D printing mortar:dry mix mortar solutions are easy to apply in various 3D printers and projects.The mortar solution is best suited for smaller projects as dry-mix mortars are 5-10 times more expensive than ordinary concrete but can serve as the perfect e

28、nabler for future 3D construction printing.Low CO MortarsHigh-Performance MortarsLow CO cement and mortars:With Ecocem,the cement industry can cost-effectively decarbonize by 50%by 2030.By reducing the need to burn limestone to produce clinker,the key ingredient in cement,and using alternative cemen

29、titious material,Ecocem enables the production of low CO Mortars.High-performance mortars:German Evonik(more established)is developing a range of high-performance additives for technical mortars.Its products improve mortars strength,durability,workability,and sustainability.The innovations vary acro

30、ss modified amines,poly carbamide,and waterborne epoxy curing agents.Upcycling technologies:They transform unused mineral wastes and by-products into sustainable lightweight sand,called Lypors.This ideal secondary raw material is a substitute for natural sand and can be used in the construction sect

31、or(as mortars and additives).ZaaK is providing a solution to drastically reduce disposal.Flooring and Roofing New Materials and Construction TechnologiesSmart roofing and flooring empower the industry to leverage the elements that,so far,have played a passive role in the built environment.The growin

32、g demand for energy-efficient roofing solutions is driven by the need to reduce energy costs and address climate change by reducing the heat absorbed by buildings.The need for unique and creative interior designs drives the growing trend toward customized and personalized flooring options.Manufactur

33、ers are responding by offering a wide range of colors,textures,and patterns.Eco-friendly flooring and roofing products are increasing in demand.Consumers are looking for products made from renewable resources,recycled materials,and low carbon emissions.Smart Roof CoatingsSolar RoofsMass Timber for F

34、looring and RoofingEnergy efficient roofing:thermochromic coating applicable to outdoor surfaces such as roofs and facades.Such coatings turn white beyond a certain temperature,thus reflecting sunlight in summer and cooling the building,and turn black below said temperature.This can save,on average,

35、15%of energy in space heating and cooling per year.Solar roofs instead of PV:2-in-1 solar roofs and innovative faades that generate electricity without having to install traditional photovoltaic modules.Sunroof is the best replacement for a regular roof,offering the highest efficiency,the lowest car

36、bon footprint,and a unique aesthetic.Sunroof is a product that combines roof tiles with photovoltaic cells.Laminated timber:faced with climate change and the need for low-carbon solutions,mass timber opens new design possibilities,from long-spanning roof structures to flooring.Mass timber is enginee

37、red for high strength ratings like concrete and steel but is significantly lighter in weight and more sustainable.(Stora Enso-established company).Smart FlooringAutomated Underfloor InsulationSmart panels:able to measure real-time food traffic,energy management,etc.Energy generating floor:Pavegens t

38、echnology uniquely uses the renewable energy generated by a footstep,with the excitement of highly engaging experiences via the flooring installation.Insulation spraying robots:In a typical home,20%of all heat escapes through a suspended timber floor.Q-Bot uses robots to spray insulation under the f

39、loor with minimal disruption.The insulation immediately reduces the heat lost through the floor and draughts,ensuring a more sustainable home.Construction DecarbonizationNew Materials and Construction TechnologiesSoftware technologies enable CO monitoring and acting on construction decarbonization.S

40、ustainable building materials,such as low-carbon cement,recycled steel,and sustainable wood products,can significantly reduce constructions carbon footprint.The use of big data and IoT empowers the construction industry to monitor and act on environmental impact via energy optimization,waste managem

41、ent,and decarbonization innovations.Green building certification,which involves constructing buildings that meet certain environmental performance standards,such as LEED or BREEAM,can encourage using sustainable building materials,energy-efficient designs,and renewable energy sources,ultimately redu

42、cing carbon emissions.Carbon Footprint Monitoring and ReductionC02 Waste Capturing,Utilization,and StorageMaterials Recycling and ReusingCarbon management:carbon management is the process of tracking,analyzing,and reducing carbon emissions to protect the business and unlock commercial benefits.The E

43、mitwise platform delivers an easy-to-use platform that accurately measures,tracks,reports,targets,and reduces emissions across the supply chain.CCU:One of the players,Carbon8,captures CO directly from the source to treat industrial residues and manufacture new materials.The captured carbon is locked

44、 into innovative,low-carbon products like lightweight aggregates,with various applications in construction.Material reusing and waste reduction:circular asset management platforms and marketplaces designed to make it easy and profitable to reuse construction materials(recycled,used,and leftovers)and

45、 reduce built waste,cut costs,and enhance circularity.Energy Monitoring and OptimizationBuildings DecarbonizationEnergy management:Thermosphr is a revolutionary operating system for thermal management in commercial buildings.The SaaS plugs into any BMS and optimizes real-time heating and cooling equ

46、ipment settings for maximum energy and cost efficiency.Decarbonization of the existing buildings:Ecoworks industrializes and digitizes energetic refurbishments for the construction industry.A fully-digitized E2E process,industrial prefabrication,and modular construction enable the decarbonization of

47、 buildings in very short construction times.9New Construction MethodsNew Materials and Construction TechnologiesPrefabrication and automatization of the construction methods are changing how construction processes look.Traditional construction methods,building structures on-site using materials like

48、 concrete and steel,account for the majority of construction projects worldwide.However,off-site or modular construction methods are gaining popularity due to their speed,efficiency,and cost-effectiveness.3D Printing follows the trend but still requires much higher investments.Robotics and automatio

49、n are also on the rise in construction,with machines being used for tasks such as bricklaying,painting,and excavation.Lightweight ConstructionSmart RoboticsFabricated 3D ConstructionSustainable structural solutions:lightweight structural solutions that fuse the sustainability of wood with the perfor

50、mance and productivity of advanced composites.Examples include wood and bamboo structures that are perfect for lightweight construction and are modular and sustainable.On-site robots:digitizing construction with robotics and data analytics.We integraterobotic platforms on-site to enable digital serv

51、ices.The exemplary robotic system saves up to 44%of labor costs,addresses labor shortages,and improves safety.The system collects operational data.Modular ConstructionOffsite Construction MgtPrinted modular buildings:WOHN 3D prints affordable modular homes of up-cycled waste plastic and wood.For eve

52、ry 20m home they print,they collect 4t of waste material,save 15t CO,and reduce the overall CO footprint of the home construction(90%).Offsite procurement platform:a definitive platform for optimized and automated offsite manufacturing design,planning,procurement,and delivery like Modulize.BIM:suppo

53、rts synchronous visualization of processes and products and collaboration.Prefabricated 3D forms:Construction MESH offers robotic solutions to the construction industry,making it possible to produce curved reinforcement cages through automated prefabrication.The 3D steel mesh serves as both formwork

54、 and reinforcement。Overview of the Construction Value ChainNew Materials and Construction TechnologiesThe main components of the construction value chain life cycle are financing,design,planning and procurement,constructing,upgrading and operating,and using.Since 2000,$662m has been invested in fina

55、ncing the construction value chain.Fintech solutions in the construction space address multiple problems:from working capital availability to accounting or helping customers to have financial access to construction works.Regarding processing and raw materials,companies are trying to create low-carbo

56、n materials and new products for buildings.One of the main challenges is that the cement industry has a utilization capacity of 75%driving the competition over the price that would challenge innovations given the low construction margin.Companies developing solutions for building energy efficiency a

57、nd technologies mostly referred to operating the building and upgrading the HVAC system.However,some challenges continue,such as transforming the HVAC system with sustainable and low-consumption technologies,easy access to sustainable furniture,and space retrofitting to save floor spaces in large ur

58、ban areas and avoid soil consumption.The construction technology industry showed resilience in the face of adverse economic conditions across the world as an investment during 2022 held steady at around$5.38bn.11Funding in different part of the life cycleOverview of the Construction Value ChainNew M

59、aterials and Construction TechnologiesThe funds in the construction value chain are distributed among three main parts of the chain.FinancingDesign Planning and ProcurementProcessing Raw MaterialCAPITAL INVESTED*662m(since 2000)%OF CAPITAL 4.2%Fintech solutions in the construction space are addressi

60、ng multiple problems:from working capital availability,accounting,or helping customers to have financial access to construction works.CHALLENGES Contractors and GC -Low merging,payments delays,and complex project financing-Managing cash flow and understanding the profitability of each project Consum

61、er -Expensive work for home improvements-CRM for contractors CAPITAL INVESTED*1254m(since 2000)%OF CAPITAL 7.9%Companies mostly focusing on startups make software for job site coordination,progress tracking,task and document management,and other similar tasks.CHALLENGES Construction Site-Non-intrusi

62、ve geo-technical rock evaluation Design-Use of artificial intelligence and Metaverse technologies for MEP design Process and Procurement-High service level in procurement CAPITAL INVESTED*2666m(since 2000)%OF CAPITAL 4.2%Companies are trying to create low-carbon materials and new products for buildi

63、ngs.CHALLENGES-The cement industry has a utilization capacity of 75%driving the competition over the price that would challenge innovations given the low construction margin-Regulation is still based on the Portland cement by avoiding any innovation in the industry -According to IEA,the average asse

64、t life is 15 years with an average of 40 years lifespan ConstructingUpgradingCAPITAL INVESTED*4673m(since 2000)%OF CAPITAL 29.3%Companies that are mostly builders and have technologies used in the construction phase and on the construction site.CHALLENGES-Modular construction for high-rise buildings

65、 in urban areas-Industrialized construction supply chain consolidation-Construction site and project management synchronization-Labor shortage CAPITAL INVESTED*3889m(since 2000)%OF CAPITAL 24.5%Companies developing solutions for building energy efficiency and technologies mostly referred to operatin

66、g the building and upgrading the HVAC system.CHALLENGES-Space retrofitting for saving floor spaces in large urban areas and avoid soil consumption-Transformation of the HVAC system with sustainable and low-consumption technologies Operating and UsingCAPITAL INVESTED*3889m(since 2000)%OF CAPITAL 24.5

67、%Companies developing solutions for ongoing management,maintenance,and utilization of constructed structures and infrastructure for intended purposes.CHALLENGES-Energy efficiency will have a strong impact on the climate challenge-Climate risk and intelligence would help to mitigate climate disasters

68、 impacts on the infrastructure CementEmissions The cement industry is one of the biggest whales to decarbonize.Four billion tons of cement are produced every year worldwide.10bn tons of concrete are used every year.This makes concrete the second most used resource after water.$1trn is the total mark

69、et value of concrete.50%of the emissions are released by the heating process of the limestone that,through a chemical reaction,decomposes and realizes CO.Solutions Various companies are implementing innovative solutions to reduce the industrys emissions.Some solutions include decarbonizing the grid

70、and using alternative fuels,klin efficiency,clinker substitution,CCS/CCU,and novel cement.New Materials and Construction TechnologiesDecarbonization in the cement industry13CementThe cement industry is one of the biggest whales to decarbonize.Limestone is the primary source of cement,contributing mo

71、re than 80%of its composition.Its obtained through quarrying and crushing,resulting in raw meal.The crushed rock is combined with additional components such as iron ore,bauxite,shale,clay,or sand to create the cement kiln.The materials in the kiln are subjected to high temperatures(1450C).Afterward,

72、the clinker is cooled,ground,and mixed with gypsum and other finely ground substances like fly ash and limestone to form cement.This cement is then transported to concrete producers and builders and mixed with aggregates.On average,high-blend cement produces 0.93 kg of CO for every 1 kg of cement.Ne

73、w Materials and Construction Technologies50%of the emissions are released by the heating process of the limestone that,through a chemical reaction,decomposes and realizes COQuarrying and transportationGrinding and preparation of primary materialsClinker productionCooling,Grinding,MixingTransportatio

74、nConcreteBaggedPrecastBricks,etc50%EMISSIONSSOLUTIONSDecarbonizing the grid Electric EfficiencyAlternative Fuels Kiln efficiency Clinker substitution CCS/CCU Novel CementClinker Substitution CCS/CCU Novel CementSTARTUPSPRODUCTION 1234514Modular ConstructionImprovements in modular are spread along th

75、e entire value chain with some side effects.Design:The cost of modular is still high due to a lack of expertise in the space,but as the technologies become more mature,there will be a decrease.Site Overheads:Given the off-site nature of the modular construction,the overheads given by being present a

76、t the construction site are less likely to be on the balance sheet.Materials:Given the industrialized production,there could be cost savings due to the cuts of intermediaries.Cost increases are driven by the fact that there will be a need for great precision in the tolerance of the materials used.La

77、bor force:The expected labor shortage,having the labor force moved into a manufacturing facility,can be advantageous.Most of the tasks can be spliced among the low-skilled workers and can have an economy of scale.Logistics:On-site and Off-site coordination is the biggest problem in the modular space

78、.Rework:Modular construction usually avoids reworks at the construction site that result in particularly expensive.Factory costs:The cost of the facility could be around 50/100m,which should also be considered.New Materials and Construction Technologies15Modular ConstructionModular construction can

79、be the solution to many types of buildings.New Materials and Construction TechnologiesModular ConstructionData source:MckinseyData source:Mckinsey16Climate OverviewThe climate challenge of the construction industry The construction industry is responsible for a great amount of GHG emissions,whilst t

80、he energy sector is regarded to be responsible for a great number of emissions.Manufacturing concrete requires large amounts of energy and produces high carbon dioxide emissions.Cement,a key component of concrete,is responsible for8%of global CO emissions.Concrete is also responsible for10%of the wo

81、rlds industrial water usage.In addition,the production process has major impacts on air quality due to dust and other particulate matter.Emissions related to chemical production and deforestation,where partially accountable to the construction industry,are responsible for at least 4,4%of the global

82、GHG.The entire industry significantly impacts the ecosystem:600.33M of tons of construction waste in 2018,200 liters of water per cubic meter of contract,and great pollution within cities with a responsibility of 14,5%.New Materials and Construction TechnologiesEnergy73.2%3.2%Waste5.2%Industry18.4%A

83、griculture,Forestry and Land use18.4%Agriculture,Forestry and Land useEnergy73.2%5.2%Industry3.2%WasteGlobal Greenhouse Gas Emissions by Sector1718PNPTC.COM/REAL ESTATE&CONSTRUCTIONPlug and Play is a global corporate innovation platform that helps connect corporate partners with startups to help solve their greatest challenges.Our platform simultaneously operates as a venture fund and robust startup ecosystem.PNPTC.COMJOIN THE PLATFORM PNPTC.COM/JOIN