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After the first 3D model, I never wanted to do anything else
The Xella Group unites the Ytong, Silka, and Multipor brands. But we are more than that: 5459 people in 22 countries make an individual contribution every day with their diverse tasks that drive our companies forward. We introduce the minds that make Xella one of the most innovative and sustainable
Digitization at Xella: Why Building Companion exists
The "Building Companion" platform helps construction managers in several countries find the perfect partner for their building project - with success: In Poland alone, around 2,000 projects have been realized to date.
BIMpressive: How Xella is driving digitization in Poland
Digital building design has arrived in Poland. Large-scale construction, BIM planning, and collaboration in industry-wide initiatives are spreading. If BIM manager Pawel Górski has his way, standardized communication would drive the use of 3D models even faster.
We are continuously digitalizing ourselves
When it comes to digitalization projects at Xella, there is often talk of BIM projects and the blue.sprint digital planning service. Why more and more customers are interested in BIM-based projects and how Xella is developing the services further.
How Xella is working on the future of digital building at the CCR in Aachen
Cooperative projects at universities often result in to projects that make an important contribution to Xella's ability to offer the best solutions for customers. One of these is the cooperation with RWTH Aachen University, where a digital laying aid is being developed together with the company Schu
Successful sales is all about the interaction between people
Sales manager Simone Wunsch lives the digital transformation of the construction industry – out of passion. Why working for Xella sales is so special and what kind of trends she anticipates, she tells in an interview.
Large-scale and digital construction in Plzeň in the Czech Republic
In the Czech Republic, a new residential complex with more than 200 apartments is being built under the name "Bydlení Skvrňany", which will provide a home for many people in the future. For this purpose, the developing company Trigema relies on digital construction with the BIM model, sustainable
Everyone is a pioneer at some point - it's an ongoing process
Michael Leicht is convinced that digitization can only succeed if everyone works together. In this interview, he talks about the state of digitization at Xella and his role as Chief Digitization Officer and Chief HR Officer.
Everyone is a pioneer at some point - it's an ongoing process
Michael Leicht is convinced that digitization can only succeed if everyone works together. In this interview, he talks about the state of digitization at Xella and his role as Chief Digitization Officer and Chief HR Officer.
The paperless construction site: Why Xella is supporting a pilot project at Leibniz University in Hanover
The paperless construction site has many benefits: it increases productivity on the construction site, facilitates project management and enables reliable construction documentation. The pilot project with Leibniz University in Hanover will show whether it will soon become standard in construction.
Digital building in the Kronprinzenviertel in Dortmund
It's a mammoth project that beta Eigenheim is currently tackling in downtown Dortmund: Hundreds of multi-family and single-family homes are currently being built in the so-called Kronprinzenviertel. This logistical challenge is being created with the help of digitized planning BIM models and Xella's
Why efficient construction is not only sustainable but also a driver of the national economy
Energy efficiency makes the German economy more competitive internationally. Because companies that use fewer resources operate more sustainably and invest their capital in innovations.
Digital from start to finish
A new housing development in Borna near Leipzig relies on a pioneering concept: From the sale of the houses to the actual implementation on the construction site, the processes are designed digitally. This brings many advantages for everyone involved in the project.
FLAIR in Vienna: Digital, sustainable, award-winning
A unique project was recently completed in Vienna: Silka was used for the first time in Austria in the exterior wall of a digitally planned complex of apartments and terraced urban villas. Also a premiere: the project was certified with the GREENpass in gold.
First implementation of system elements in Switzerland
Digitally planned and progressing at a great pace: In Lommiswil, in Switzerland, a residential project is currently being executed with large-format Ytong autoclaved aerated concrete elements.
Xella is a champion of digital transformation
Xella International GmbH is one of the champions of digital transformation in Germany. This is the result of a study conducted by Infront Consulting in cooperation with the renowned business magazine CAPITAL. Xella achieved the best rating in the “Industry” category.
De Hazelaar: Fit for the future
Our De Hazelaar calcium silicate plant in Koningsbosch in the Netherlands, is fully committed to
robotization and digitalization. Plant manager Richard Parren explains
how this traditional plant is preparing for the future.
What you need to know about blue.sprint
Xella is developing from a building materials manufacturer to a sustainable solution provider offering comprehensive services to optimize the entire construction process. Our field of innovation is primarily about combining analog building materials with digital services that benefit customers. This
Xella becomes a member of the Center Construction Robotics and designs the construction site of the future
With the Center Construction Robotics, the construction site of the future is being created on the RWTH Aachen campus with the participation of renowned industrial partners.
In 2,5 years to the holiday park
Marissa Park at Lake Dümmer See in Lower Saxony is growing and growing. In the meantime, large parts of the holiday home settlement have already been completed and it is already possible to have a look inside the houses. The project is well on schedule – thanks to the combination of digital plann
New housing estate: digital planning, efficient execution
The megatrends sustainability, digitalization and affordability set the pace for the industry. The Kirchenstieg construction project is a model example from practice - making the construction work as efficient and reliable as possible.
Digitalization success factors in podcast
Dr. Jochen Fabritius, CEO of the Xella Group, in the Digitalwerk podcast by Michél-Philipp Maruhn.
Digital planning optimizes building projects
The construction industry is in upheaval. Learn how digital planning of construction projects can make an efficient contribution here.
digitalBAU 2020: Xella presents digital planning for more efficiency in construction
'Rethinking building: As a pioneer of digitalization in the construction industry, the Xella Group will be one of the few building materials manufacturers with its own booth and innovative solutions.
The future of building: a view through Hololens 2
What Xella brings out for customers with Hololens 2 and blue.sprint
Xella takes second place at the Dutch Computable Awards
"Digital Transformation of the Year" for BIM and Hololens
Xella and Eisfeld Ingenieure presented the Hololens live on the construction site
Digital, variable, smart
Optimizing building projects with blue.sprint
With blue.sprint as a digital planning service, our customers can benefit from Xella’s entire BIM-competence. The service combines our in-house expertise and allows customers to maximize the end result of their building project.
Digitally first, reality then: Marissa Holiday Parc
Start for an ambitious project: In just two and a half years of construction time, the Marissa Holiday Park on Lake Dümmersee in Lower Saxony is to be developed into a modern recreational area with high-quality holiday properties that can be used all year round.
Sustainable building with BIM - Tivoli GreenCity in Brussels
Almost 400 apartments, a large park, numerous shops and a business pool around "green" companies: Brussels is creating a new, unprecedented and sustainable neighbourhood.
Digital Champions Award: The future is > 5D
We have now summarized our expertise in the digitalization of the construction industry in our application for the Digital Champions Award: 'The future is > 5D'.
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Green roofs support biodiversity and protect buildings
Plants on the roof protect buildings from overheating in summer and save heating energy in winter. As rain reservoirs, they are also becoming increasingly important in climate change for the water man
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A holistic, life cycle-oriented approach is required
At the Xella International Colloquium, experts from academia, politics and industry discussed possibilities for making the construction industry more sustainable. Natalie Eßig was also part of the gr
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Researching and breaking new ground: How Xella strives for circularity
One of Xella's most ambitious sustainability goals is the circularity of its own products. Xella is working on this with the highest level of commitment in all international markets. Also, Xella’s T
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