MiCoB deploys robotic 3D concrete printing at industrial scale — delivering defence structures, residential complexes, and landmark resorts in a fraction of the time.
MiCoB — Micro Concrete Builders — was born out of PhD research at IIT Gandhinagar. We observed that traditional construction was slow, wasteful, and quality-inconsistent. Our answer: robotic 3D concrete printing that eliminates formwork, reduces waste by 40%, and cuts build time from 45 days to 7.
Today we are India's highest-volume 3DCP company — official supplier to the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, and delivered the world's first 5-star 3D printed resort.
Simulate our FANUC-based robotic arm depositing concrete layer by layer in real-time. Same process our machines run on-site.
Our printer comprises four systems: a 6-axis motion assembly (FANUC robotic arm), a feeding system, a concrete pump, and a continuous mixer — integrated into a seamless automated build chain.
| System | Parameter | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Robot | Type | 6-Axis Robotic Arm (FANUC-based, custom modified) |
| Reach | 1,418 mm | |
| Repeatability | ± 0.04 mm | |
| DOF | 6 axes | |
| IP Rating | IP67 (site-ready) | |
| Concrete Mix | Grade | C40 Structural — fly ash + silica fume |
| 28-Day Compressive Strength | Up to 65 MPa | |
| Early Strength (4 hr) | > 15 MPa (self-supporting) | |
| Open Time | 2–4 hours | |
| Layer Width | 8–24 mm (adjustable) | |
| Layer Height | 10–20 mm | |
| Print Speed | 30–60 mm/s | |
| Build Rate | ~0.5 m³ / hr | |
| Max Build Volume | Site-unlimited (gantry extension) | |
| Software | Platform | MICOB OS (proprietary) |
| Input Formats | IFC, STEP, STL, G-code | |
| QC | Real-time computer vision layer verification | |
| Wall Design | Type | Optimised cavity walls |
| Weight Reduction | 1800 kg/m³ → 1100 kg/m³ vs brick | |
| Thermal Performance | Superior to standard masonry |
From blast-resistant defence bunkers to luxury 5-star resorts — MiCoB's 3DCP solutions serve every sector that demands speed, quality, and design freedom.
650+ structures across the nation — from Himalayan peaks to coastal resorts, built faster and stronger than anything conventional construction can offer.
In 2015, Shashank Shekhar was working at a renowned construction firm, watching quality issues, material waste, and delayed timelines repeat endlessly. When news of 3D concrete printing projects in China and Dubai broke, he left to pursue a PhD in 3DCP at IIT Gandhinagar — where he met Ankita and Rishabh.
In 2018, the three co-founded MiCoB — Micro Concrete Builders — named for our use of micro-fine concrete particles without coarse aggregates. Today we are India's highest-volume 3DCP company, profitable, award-winning, and delivering for India's most demanding clients.
| Founded | 2018 — IIT Gandhinagar, India |
| Full Name | MICOB PRIVATE LIMITED |
| CIN | U74999HR2018PTC074716 |
| HQ | Gandhinagar / Ahmedabad, Gujarat |
| 3DCP Plant | Sonipat, Haryana |
| Team | 31+ employees (Aug 2025) |
| Revenue FY25 | ₹12 Crore — Profitable |
| Patents Filed | 3 (core 3DCP technology) |
3DCP is an additive manufacturing process where a robotic arm deposits layers of specially formulated concrete through a nozzle, following a computer-generated toolpath derived from a 3D model. MiCoB's system uses a custom-modified FANUC 6-axis robotic arm integrated with a continuous mixer and concrete pump. No formwork is required — structures grow layer by layer from the ground up.
MiCoB consistently delivers in 7 days what conventional construction takes 45 days to complete. The Pune Air Force runway controller hut was done in 30 days. Speed comes from eliminating formwork setup, multi-day curing cycles, and manual masonry — automating the most time-consuming phases.
Yes — and often superior. Our C40 mix achieves 65 MPa at 28 days. MiCoB's bunkers have been blast-tested against a T90 tank at Pokharan (2022) and passed. Our residential structures comply with Seismic Zone 3 specifications. All structures come with full structural certificates.
No — it uplifts them. A trained mason with basic concrete knowledge is ideal for our floor operations. The work involves less physical strain, higher skill contribution, and better pay. MiCoB has trained 30+ people from marginalised backgrounds as 3DCP operators. Our mission is dignified construction work.
3DCP costs slightly more per sqm on raw materials. But when factoring in time savings (45→7 days), reduced financing costs, improved quality control, lower rework, and lifecycle thermal benefits, total cost of ownership is competitive or lower. As technology scales, costs continue to drop.
India's 3DCP market: $112.9M today, projected $6.6B by 2033. MiCoB leads with the highest delivered volume, government contracts, and a profitable operation.
| Company Valuation | ₹99.9 Crore |
| Total Funding Raised | $171K – $491K |
| Funding Rounds | 3 rounds |
| Lead Investor | 3Lines Venture Capital |
| Other Investors | Empede Capital, i-Hub Gujarat, IIEC, CII CoE |
| Board Member | Lalit Jalan (Ex-CEO, Reliance Infrastructure) |
| Revenue FY25 | ₹12 Crore — Profitable |
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