GLOBAL BRICKLAYING ROBOT MARKET SIZE AND SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS AND FORECASTS (2024-2031)

Global Bricklaying Robot Market Size and Trends

Global bricklaying robot market is estimated to be valued at USD 122.7 Mn in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 311.2 Mn by 2031, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.2% from 2024 to 2031. Growing construction industry and need to improve efficiency and safety on construction sites boosts adoption of bricklaying robots. Automation can alleviate labor shortages and reduce project timelines.

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Global bricklaying robot market is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period. Traditional bricklaying is a labor intensive and time consuming process. Bricklaying robots address this by laying bricks much faster and with high precision as compared to manual labor. This increases productivity and allows construction of more complex designs that were not possible without automation. Various technologies like computer vision, path planning and grippers are being integrated to make bricklaying robots more intelligent and suitable for diverse construction needs.

Automation Reducing Labour Costs

The bricklaying process has traditionally relied heavily on human labour. Laying bricks is a time consuming and physically demanding task that requires skilled masons. However, with rising costs of labour across many industries, construction businesses are under increasing pressure to reduce operational expenses where possible. Automated bricklaying robots have the potential to significantly cut down on labour needs by taking over repetitive laying tasks. A single robot can work much faster than humans and lay bricks with precision and consistency. It does not require breaks or get tired like human workers. While upfront costs of robots may be high, in the long run these can replace multiple human workers and reduce wage bills. This makes robot bricklayers an attractive option for large commercial construction projects where saving on labour is a major priority. As labour shortages and costs continue their upward trend, demand is expected to grow for robotic solutions that provide a cheaper alternative to human masons.

For instance, FBR Ltd, a Perth based robotics company, has reprioritized the delivery of the Hadrian X construction robotic bricklaying solution to the U.S. due to the high demand for the technology. Following the delivery of the first of three order units, FBR’s second next-generation Hadrian X will be fitted to a U.S.-certified truck chassis and made available through a Wall as a Service (WaaS) entity in Florida. 

Improving Productivity and Standards

Another major factor driving the global bricklaying robot market is the need for higher productivity and consistency in construction operations. Building high-rise structures and large infrastructure projects within strict timelines requires maximum efficiency at every stage. Robot masons have clear advantages over human workers in this regard. These can lay bricks at a much faster rate without compromising on quality standards. Robots eliminate issues like human errors, variability between workers, and delays caused by breaks or absenteeism. These guarantee uniformity in size, positioning and alignment of each brick automatically. This helps improve overall productivity, meet tight deadlines, and avoid costly mistakes or reworks during construction. Robotic technology also allows for more complex masonry patterns that may be difficult for humans to replicate precisely. Their use ensures buildings and structures are erected according to the highest productivity and quality benchmarks. This is appealing to builders focusing on optimisation, standardisation and large-scale development activities.