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Meet today... Franz Loderer
Franz Loderer is the Head of Applied Research and Building Physics at Xella Technology and Research, leading a four-member team in Emstal. Learn in this interview why the white building material brought the Bavarian to Brandenburg from Upper Bavaria around 20 years ago and why high walls enable exte
When Traditional style meets modern benefits
Traditional architecture and modern building materials don't have to be in conflict. With products like Ytong, Silka, and Multipor, it’s possible to create energy-efficient and sustainable buildings that maintain a timeless aesthetic. Find out how traditional construction methods can benefit from
Building Futures: The Next Generation of Builders
The next generation of builders is gaining hands-on experience through various competitions and workshops across Europe. From the Czech Republic to Germany and Italy, students are honing their masonry skills and preparing for careers in the construction industry. Discover how Xella supports the next
Building for the future means building simply
MIOS consists of five multifamily houses in the Ludwig Hoffmann Quartier near Bucher Forst. This urban quarter is part of a listed architectural and garden ensemble in northern Berlin. The new buildings in the eastern section were completed by eqviva Projektbetreuung GmbH and econcept Immobilien und
Meet today … Alex Gorte
Alex Gorte (34), BIM Coordinator at Xella Germany, likes to be precise and always has a plan. No wonder he enjoys his work as a BIM coordinator so much. From the everyday life of a construction manager to his new role as BIM Coordinator, he is now working with conviction on the future of digital con
Creating living space in tight situations
There is a lack of high-quality and attractive living space in many places in Europe. In this context, the topic of adding storeys to existing buildings is becoming increasingly important. A project in Munich shows why Ytong has the ideal properties to tackle the problem.
Pleasant climate even in summer: sports halls with Hebel AAC
Hebel autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) ensures an optimum climate in modern sports halls even in hot temperatures - whether for climbing, weight training or professional basketball. Three examples demonstrate its outstanding insulating properties and how it contributes to a pleasant training atmosp
From the office to the special exhibition – German Plant Manager David Reis brings office discovery to the museum
"Fossils can be found not only in the pit but also in the office," reads the exhibition display of the small ancient horse fossil. Until January 12, 2025, visitors can see firsthand at the Messel Pit Museum (Germany) what Xella plant manager David Reis discovered in his office.
Meet today... Daniel Weber
Since the beginning of the year, Daniel Weber has been overseeing Xella's entire granulate production in Germany with a clear vision: from the safety-oriented control of production processes to the innovative further development of granulate products.
Transforming a Former Distillery with Ytong
Witness a historic distillery's transformation in Pentenried, Germany. With Ytong autoclaved aerated concrete, the project blends tradition and innovation, revitalizing the community’s cultural legacy.
New living spaces in Germany: The Paulshöfe in Düsseldorf are being built with the help of digital planning tools
In the west of Germany, close to the Rhine and Benrath Palace, a new residential area is being built that combines modern living with historical charm - in its rapid completion the use of digital planning tools plays a decisive role.
“As a master demonstrator, I show the trainees and old hands tips and tricks“
Steffen Weißer is a master demonstrator at Xella Germany GmbH. A job many don't know about, but essential in construction. He teaches contractors how to build code-compliant masonry with our "in-house" products, supports builders, and has a survival tip for anyone who wants to build now.
Build more sustainably and efficiently with digital installation aids
Xella's key goals are to make building simpler, more sustainable and, especially, more efficient. As part of a research project at the German University RWTH Aachen, the company has now taken another step forward.
Safety is not a given
A look at the anniversaries of recent weeks at the German Xella plants reveals: there are many reasons to be proud. #Team Wankum: 2 years accident-free #Team Möllenhagen: 1 year accident-free #Team Cologne-"Porz": 2 years accident-free #Team Schönbach: 3 years accident-free, and another 7 to 8 Ger
Expansion and modernization: How the German City of Plauen created attractive living space
Inner-city living space is scarce and in high demand. An example from the city of Plauen in southwest Saxony shows how it is possible to turn a mostly empty prefabricated building into an attractive living space.
Meet today ... Katrin Mülstroh
Growing up, Katrin Mülstroh always loved to go to the hardware store and touch everything. This makes the self-confessed hapticist just the right person to be managing a Silka plant in Colbitz, Saxony-Anhalt. She tells us why she started out repairing cars before discovering her love of raw materia
Meet today... Hubert Fandree
Hubert Fandree is a Key Account Manager at Xella Germany, and a "Ytong man through and through." Reason enough to ask him about his personal story with his favorite building material in the anniversary year "100 years of autoclaved aerated concrete."
Xella Germany is reinventing customer communication
Building projects have never been so transparent for Xella customers: Xella Germany uses the "PlanXchange" platform for efficient construction planning with Silka XL Plus blocks. Xella's own features further simplify communication with customers.
Sustainable building and circularity: pilot project in Southern Germany
An important pillar of Xella's sustainability strategy is circularity. The company has set itself the goal of eliminating all leftovers from autoclaved aerated concrete production from landfills by 2025. A pilot project near Munich in Germany is demonstrating how discarded Xella products can be recy
I love it when no two days are the same
Isabell Kalitz is an exciting mix of verve, experience and commitment. The electronics technician for industrial engineering and master craftswoman in metal technology manages the Möllenhagen plant - as the youngest Xella plant manager in Germany.
Mission accomplished
Converting a moist basement into dry living space is one of the biggest challenges of a renovation. With ExSal Therm from Multipor, a solution is available that dries out salt-contaminated walls and insulates at the same time.
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
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.
Building expertise in online magazine
Under the motto "gemeinsam. besser. bauen" ("together. better. build"), Xella provides interesting information on current topics from the German construction industry in its new online magazine.
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.
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Let’s plant pines campaign: 3,000 new trees
In April, a unique environmental action by Xella Poland took place at the Ostrołęka Forest Division. The employees from the Ostrołeka plant, from the Warsaw headquarters, and their families joined
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Climate change: How autoclaved aerated concrete and calcium-silicate blocks cope with flooding
Sometimes massive construction has massive advantages. After all, building sustainably also means adapting to extreme weather events such as flooding - especially when it comes to subsequent drainage.
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Circularity in Action: how Silka Leftovers are reintegrated into production
Last year, our Silka plant in Hillegom, the Netherlands, introduced an innovative circularity process to minimize waste and reduce raw material consumption. By reintegrating crushed residues into prod
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