KUCHING: The Sarawak government is exploring new technology such as the use of giant construction 3D printers as alternative methods to build houses and complexes.
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state wants to have a new approach for the building industry.
“I have sent a group from a construction company under Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) to China to learn about the latest technology such as using 3D printers to build houses.
“These 3D printed houses can be completed within five minutes and with this new technology, we can reduce the dependence on labour force,” he said when officiating at the Sumbangsih Raya 2023 handover programme at Wisma Bapa Malaysia here today.
Abang Jojari told reporters that with the maximisation of the 3D printer, the construction of homes and buildings will be less costly.
“But what is important is one must master the technology which would help pave the way for a higher income among those in the construction industry.
“This is what we call a high-income economy using the latest technology,” he said.
In the construction industry, 3D printing can be used to create construction components or to ‘print’ the entire building.
The benefits of 3D printing are limitless – it saves time, reduces material waste and minimises human error.
