Program Overview

Topic: "Prefabrication in transition: Building a successful future through innovation"

In 2024, the Engineering Days will be dedicated to the topic of "Prefabrication in transition". How does the precast industry tackle the changes caused by the worldwide pandemic? What are the challenges and opportunities lying ahead of us?

All program items, workshops and lectures clearly arranged at a glance. On this page you will receive all information about the course of this year's Engineering Days.

*Program subject to change

Further information

  • All addresses can be found on the direction-page
  • All lectures will be simultaneously translated into English. Only selected workshops will be translated into English.
Registration Counter 1st floor
Registration
Europa Saal
Welcoming speech
Europa Saal
KeyNote
#Build.The.Future - Transformation for the success of tomorrow
In this inspiring keynote, Christian Haak offers fresh food for thought and energy for change. Targeted to the industry, this presentation guarantees momentum and a lasting impact. The central question is: how do we create tomorrow's success from today? Continuous development, adaptability and openness to the future, coupled with the courage to implement, are crucial. What challenges does the construction industry face in a disruptive world? What are the strategies for transformation, including digitalisation, AI and sustainability? Get inspiration on how to lead your teams and companies through change processes and strengthen your leadership role. This keynote invites you to actively participate in shaping your successful future.

Dipl.-Kfm. Christian H. D. Haak
(AFU Unternehmensberatung GmbH)
Europa Saal
KeyNote
AI in construction industry: what are the opportunities?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising the construction industry! In this presentation, you will learn how innovative AI solutions can make construction processes more efficient, reduce costs and increase planning security. From intelligent designs to construction site automation and inventory recording – discover the many opportunities that AI offers the industry.

Markus König
Exhibition
Coffee break
Europa Saal
Lecture
How AI improves BIM design - current best practices and future potential
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way companies in the precast concrete industry plan and manufacture. In his presentation, Stefan Kaufmann shows how machine learning is transforming BIM design and detailing and how precast manufacturers will benefit from AI in the future.

Stefan Kaufmann
(ALLPLAN GmbH)
Europa Saal
Lecture
From data to action - AI for the automated creation of environmental data for construction products
Are you wondering why life cycle assessments for building products are so important and how they work? Our presentation will give you the answers. We will explain how life cycle assessments are created and how they differ from environmental product declarations (EPDs). We will also look at the challenges of data collection and present possible solutions for an efficient process.

Lisa Oberaigner
(Emidat GmbH)
Europa Saal
Lecture
Culture of Feedback Before and During Digital Transformation
Learn how to drive digital transformation in the precast concrete industry through a culture of feedback. Discover how to overcome human and technical challenges to prepare your team effectively for future changes and opportunities.

Susana Jiménez
(Aprofitalents)
Exhibition
Lunch Break
Europa Saal
Lecture
The Carbon Concrete Wall - create an economical value chain through robotics in prefabrication
Carbon concrete, a sustainable alternative to traditional concrete, stands out for its high strength and durability. Learn how modern manufacturing methods with robotics and digital planning can enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and create an economical, eco-friendly value chain.

Matthias Tietze | Matthias Schurig | Alexander Kahnt
(TU Dresden | Betonwerk Oschatz GmbH | Kahnt & Tietze GmbH Leipzig)
Europa Saal
Lecture
Retrofitting of existing plants as sustainable factor in production of prefabricated concrete elements
Modernizing existing facilities is a sustainable alternative to new investments. This lecture highlights the benefits, safety aspects, and key principles for risk minimization while extending the lifespan of machinery through proper modernization.

Walter Kirchmair | DI(FH) Klaus Endres, MBA
(EVG | SCP4U e.U.)
Europa Saal
Lecture
Energy efficiency in prefabrication plants: at example of reinforcement machines
Learn how innovative technologies, such as lightweight rotor alignment systems and efficient cutting methods, save energy in rebar machines. Discover how these solutions enhance performance, reduce costs, and improve sustainability in precast concrete plants.

Hubert Rapperstorfer
(Rapperstorfer Automation GmbH)
Exhibition
Coffee break
Europa Saal
Lecture
Prefabricated elements for sustainable construction
Promoting climate-neutral construction requires innovative strategies. This lecture explores sustainable materials, adaptive designs, and resource efficiency. Future-proof architecture will also be illustrated through examples from POS Architects.

Arch. DI Ursula Schneider
(POS architekten ZT GmbH)
Europa Saal
Lecture
Energy transition through prefabricated concrete elements
This lecture examines the multifunctional use of concrete for energy storage and distribution. Learn how innovative prefabricated components optimize thermal capacity and utilize renewable energy more efficiently, based on practical experiences and research findings.

Thomas Friedrich
(Innogration GmbH)
Europa Saal
Lecture
Sonocrete – Sustainable concrete with a new mixing technology
Sonocrete is an innovative technology that uses ultrasound to reduce the carbon footprint in precast concrete production. This presentation provides an overview of Sonocrete, its technology, and the impressive results from its industrial applications.

Ricardo Remus
(Sonocrete GmbH)
Europa Saal
Lecture
Weight and CO2 reduced applications of 3D printed concrete
Modular construction, CO2 reduction, and site automation are key solutions for conserving resources and addressing labor shortages. This lecture highlights innovations such as lightweight ceilings and rapidly 3D-printed living spaces already being applied in practice.

DI Eduard Artner | Prof. Andreas Trummer
(Baumit GmbH | TU Graz)
Exhibition
Coffee break
Europa Saal
Panel discussion
Prefabrication in transition: Building a successful future through innovation
At the end of the first congress day, a panel of experts will discuss the overall conference theme from their different backgrounds and perspectives. The audience is also invited to ask questions and actively participate in the discussion. Participants: Arch. DI Ursula Schneider (POS architekten ZT GmbH), Dr. Christian Hanser (RIB GmbH), Prof. Dr. Markus König (Ruhr-Universität Bochum), Christian Prilhofer (Prilhofer Consulting), Thomas Friedrich (Innogration GmbH)

Facilitator: Dipl.-Kfm. Christian H. D. Haak
(AFU Unternehmensberatung GmbH)
Hotel Pitter Event Center
Doors Open: Galadinner
Hotel Pitter Event Center
Galadinner*

* Additional registration required, dress code festive elegant
Pitterkeller
Bar and midnight snack
Registration Counter 1st floor
Registration
Salzburg Congress
Workshop
Conference Program
The first half of day two (November 27, 2024) will focus on workshops. Choose from multiple topics the workshops that suit you best.
Workshop 1: Production
Challenges in production and planning due to new products
New building materials, new technologies - the construction industry is facing major challenges. In this workshop, we will present practical solutions for sustainable and efficient production. From material selection to production processes and logistics - we will show you how to master the future.

C. Prilhofer
(Prilhofer Consulting)
Workshop 2: Design and Detailing
Current highlights from the ALLPLAN world - prefabrication and collaboration
More power, more precision, more collaboration: ALLPLAN 2025 takes precast design to the next level. Experience innovative workflows that make your design processes more efficient, seamless collaboration with your partners and perfect design quality that leaves a lasting impression. Discover the highlights of the new version ALLPLAN 2025 together with the precast expert Jaime Crespo, such as the optimized precast data validator or the exact weight calculation of precast elements.

Jaime Crespo
(ALLPLAN)
Workshop 3: Building the Future


Workshop 4: Market Novelties
BIMpro – a new generation of CAD for precast elements
The current challenges faced by precast manufacturers are only partially solved by existing solutions. BIMpro not only offers a welcome alternative for today's issues, but also solutions for future requirements.

F.X. Wendl / W. Maresch
(Rohrdorfer Betonwerke / Progress Group)
Workshop 1: Production
SmartFactory - the future of the digital factory
Immerse yourself in the digital future of precast concrete production! Learn how innovative technologies are revolutionising your production. Find out how you can increase your efficiency and reduce costs through automation, data integration and smart factory solutions. Exciting practical examples will show you how to make your factory fit for the future. Join us and play an active role in shaping the future of your production!

P. Sulzer
(RIB Software)
Workshop 2: Design and Detailing
Formwork made easy: How to master shapes of any complexity
In cases where buildings have a high degree of geometrical complexity, conventional formwork systems reach their limits due to geometric adaptability. Free-form formwork is used to meet such requirements. In this workshop you will learn how to use ALLPLAN 2025 to design fully customized formwork for both simple and complex free-form geometries and how to use the data for digital production.

F. Scheller
(ALLPLAN)
Workshop 3: Building the Future
Masterclass: Building the future - transformation for tomorrow's success (1/2)
Get a compact insight into the burning issues in the industry in 55 minutes and develop forward-looking approaches for strategy, organisation and business models together. The masterclass offers you the opportunity to actively shape your future and the future of your industry. Benefit from exchanging ideas with top experts and colleagues to sharpen your ideas and solutions.

C. Haak
(AFU UNTERNEHMENSBERATUNG GMBH)
Workshop 4: Market Novelties
GESYS und SOFTBAUWARE - DIGITISATION PARTNERSHIP AND PLATFORM STRATEGY
With 60 years of combined ERP and industry experience, the switch to an investment-proof platform marks the beginning of a new ERP lifecycle. The aim is to take full advantage of the digital transformation and optimise processes using modern technologies. Under the motto ‘Wake up from your ERP slumber’, switching systems becomes an opportunity to leave the past behind and to use an agile, future-proof ERP system.

Stefan Zabicki / Andreas Hougardy
(GESYS GmbH & Co KG)
Workshop 1: Production
Digital. Efficient. Future-oriented – Your solution with RIB One Prefab ERP
Experience how RIB One Prefab ERP, a modern and innovative ERP software solution, revolutionizes processes in the precast industry. Optimize your business processes – from partner management to production, inventory management, and installation. With seamless integration into other software systems and extensive automation capabilities, RIB One Prefab ERP provides you with the tools to make your projects more efficient and future-proof.

G.V. Gonzalez
(RIB Software)
Workshop 2: Design and Detailing
Deep Dive: How to work eficiently with views, sections, and element-specific attributes
Discover the benefits of working with views and sections in precast design. In this workshop, you will also learn how to effectively control layers with print sets. You will also learn how to use attribute set templates to quickly and easily assign element-specific attributes that are BIM compliant and ideal for IFC-export. Experience the magic of seamless collaboration in practice through a project. The focus will be on walls, slabs, and structural precast elements.

N. Rausch / B. Mossel
(ALLPLAN / Mossel bc Bouwconsultancy)
Workshop 3: Building the Future
Masterclass: Building the future - transformation for tomorrow's success (2/2)
Double session - description see start at 9:30

C. Haak
(AFU UNTERNEHMENSBERATUNG GMBH)
Workshop 4: Market Novelties
Successful transition to the new industry solution: strategies and important aspects for a smooth transition
Is outdated software holding your company back? A change can be the key to greater efficiency. In this workshop, we will show you how to successfully master this step. You will learn which factors are crucial when selecting the right software and how to ensure a smooth transition. Together, we will develop a strategy to optimally prepare your employees for the new solution and to overcome possible challenges.

S. Joven
(IDAT GmbH)
Exhibition 1. OG
Coffee break
Workshop 1: Production
Laser projection - latest developments and optimization for precast production
Laser projection systems have been vastly supporting all types of precast element productions globally for more than two decades causing substantial gains in production speed, reduction of errors and growing efficiency and productivity. In this workshop you will experience LAP's recently launched projector model CAD-PRO Xpert along with all its new features, improvements and benefits for your production processes, and as expected also implemented into our partners RIB SAA's One Precast ecosystem.

M. Mandt-Merck | R. Borowan
(LAP GmbH Laser Applikationen | RIB Software)
Workshop 2: Design and Detailing
Automated reinforcement production: Your successful entry into system-optimized 3D reinforcement design
What are the main advantages of mesh welding systems? How do I get accurate plans for automated reinforcement production? How do I use ALLPLAN Precast to generate reliable data suitable for the respective mesh welding systems? Precast expert Egemen Demirtas will answer these and other questions for your successful introduction to plant-optimized 3D reinforcement design.

E. Demirtas
(ALLPLAN)
Workshop 3: Building the Future
Carbon concrete - plan, build, experience
The design with carbon reinforcement will be demonstrated using a facade project. Practical processing instructions for inserting and fixing the reinforcement in the formwork will be given and the performance of carbon concrete can be experienced live - we will load a thin carbon concrete slab with people.

S. Sauter and J. Pfaff
(solidian GmbH)
Workshop 4: Market Novelties
Development and "launch" of transport anchors for precast concrete elements
Lifting anchors are critical components for safety on construction sites. The new Schroeder TSL compact anchor was developed according to strict standards (DIN EN 13155, VDI/BV-BS 6205). In the workshop, we will show you step by step how we designed this innovative anchor for lifting flat components – from the first calculations to the finished instructions for use.

Dipl.-Ing. B. Bültemeier
(Friedrich Schroeder GmbH & Co. KG)
Workshop 1: Production
Preserve and Unlock Potential: Knowledge, Training, and Maintenance Solutions for One Prefab
Experience practical solutions for building knowledge and providing maintenance support in your precast plant! From the MES and ERP Academy to the follow-up training week: discover how to help your team unlock the full potential of One Prefab. Bring your questions and strengthen your team’s expertise!


(RIB Software)
Workshop 2: Design and Detailing
ALLPLAN tuning as a way to increase efficiency in precast design and detailing
Time is money, especially in today's world! Efficiency in the planning of prefabricated parts is crucial for the success of industrial construction projects. One example shows how the targeted use of optimised programming (tuning) doubled the design and detailing speed in ALLPLAN Precast to up to 20 individual solid walls per man-day.

V. Shkatov
(Allbau Software GmbH)
Workshop 3: Building the Future
Preserving expertise - the role of AI in prefabrication
With the retirement of skilled workers, is knowledge being lost? Not with AI! In the construction industry, AI can help to secure the valuable expertise of experienced employees and pass it on to the next generation. Digital twins, automated quality control and AI-based learning models offer innovative solutions for a sustainable construction industry.

B. Reitinger
Workshop 4: Market Novelties
Added value from data: Recognizing opportunities, creating conditions
In our workshop, we will shed light on the growing importance of data in precast concrete plants and the resulting utilisation possibilities.

P. Reimer und C. Felbick
(Unitechnik Systems GmbH)
Exhibition
Lunch Break
Europa Saal
Lecture
Stockyard modernization at Lütkenhaus - a best practice
For many automatic systems in the precast concrete industry, which have been providing reliable service for decades, the time has come for mechanical, electrical and control technology modernisation. In this presentation, will give you an overview of the functions, today's requirements and the modernisation tasks carried out on the first fully automatic precast storage system at Lütkenhaus in Dülmen. You will learn how, after more than 20 years of successful ‘production’, the functionality, operational safety and reliability of such a system can be guaranteed for many more decades.

Robert Neubauer | Lutz Pfleger
(RIB Software GmbH | Avermann Betonfertigteiltechnik GmbH & Co. KG)
Europa Saal
Lecture
Sustainable, modular room concept for residential construction
Discover the modular construction approach by Muance, revolutionizing sustainable living with lightweight, reusable modules, new concrete mixtures, and natural insulation. Learn how innovation reduces CO2 emissions and adapts to modern building requirements.

Philippe Marrie
(Vollert Anlagenbau GmbH)
Europa Saal
Lecture
Innovative concrete solutions for sustainable construction: Die Green Code Eco Slab®
Learn more about the Green Code Eco Slab®, an innovative precast concrete system that reduces material consumption and CO2 emissions by up to 25%. With automated precision and recyclable components, it enhances construction efficiency, sustainability, and acoustics.

Bernhard Leitner
(Green Code GmbH)
Europa Saal
Lecture
Overview and Outlook on the prefabrication world of tomorrow
The construction and precast world in Central Europe is in the worst crisis for 60 years. The causes are known. But the solution is still being sought. So there can be no more business as usual. The lecture will present solutions from other parts of the world that are very successful there, as well as discussing developments that could put the construction and precast world back on the road to success in the future.

Christian Prilhofer
(Prilhofer Consulting GmbH)
Europa Saal
Closing Speech

Christian Hanser | Susanne Schachinger | Christian Prilhofer
(RIB Software GmbH | ALLPLAN GmbH | Prilhofer Consulting GmbH)
Exhibition
Closing of the Exhibition + Coffee Break