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The lack of affordable housing has become more and more of a problem around the globe. Tiny houses and other alternative projects are intended to provide remedies in the medium term. The ICON Vulcan 3D printer for homes has also been developed to help tackle the global housing crisis. The printer is capable of simultaneously printing two to three stable single-storey homes within a few days – and without almost any material waste. A first series of homes for homeless people has already been built in Texas and Mexico. The Vulcan 3D printer is the first physical product of the still young brand and that is why its industrial design was to be groundbreaking for the future brand language. The primary design maxim was to resolve the tension between man and high-tech machinery in such a way that the appearance of the 3D printer for homes conveys an image of being tech-forward yet at the same time approachable. In contrast to many construction machines that look aggressive and intimidating, Vulcan, with its iconic silhouette, simple geometry and interplay of hard edges and gentle curves, exudes a pared-down and even friendly appearance that arouses curiosity rather than apprehension. Moreover, lighting effects serve to enhance on-site functionality and highlight the brand logo. To add calm to the exterior and ensure protection from adverse weather, all cables and material tubes were routed inside the device.

Vulcan 3D打印机能够在几天内同时打印两到三个稳定的单层房屋，几乎没有任何材料浪费。其标志性的轮廓、简单的几何形状以及硬边和柔和曲线相得益彰，灯光效果有助于增强现场功能并突出品牌标志。为了增加外部的简约并确保免受恶劣天气的影响，所有电缆和材料管都在设备内部布线。

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The iconic appearance of the ICON Vulcan inspires with a consistently reduced look that meets functional requirements and expresses its technical sophistication. Its design thus sets standards when it comes to lending innovative technology a contemporary shape that reduces fear of contact and use. In addition, Vulcan brings a new sense of dignity to social housing by facilitating the construction of houses that are a pleasure to live in.


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Manufacturer:
ICON 3D, Austin, TX, USA
Design:
M3 Design, Round Rock, TX, USA
www.iconbuild.com
www.m3design.com