Doka partners with Binghatti to redefine the Dubai skyline
Doka, a global leader in formwork and scaffolding, has confirmed collaborating with the prestigious Dubai-headquartered real estate developer Binghatti to deliver a series of groundbreaking architectural projects in Dubai. The agreement will see Doka provide formwork and scaffolding solutions for 4 new iconic building projects that, on completion, will reflect the best in contemporary architecture and augment Dubai’s skyline. Binghatti has selected Doka as their main formwork supplier to provide cutting-edge construction technology to realize the multifaceted, visionary architectural design incorporating physics-defying shapes, impressive heights and state-of-the-art building features.
umdasch The Store Makers realises Austria’s largest duty free shop for Gebr. Heinemann at Vienna Airport
With the expansion of the Gebr. Heinemann Duty Free Shop in Terminal 1 of Vienna Airport, umdasch The Store Makers is once again setting new standards in travel retail. The shop, which opened in September, offers travellers not only a larger selection of products, but also a unique shopping experience that meets the highest demands in terms of aesthetics and functionality – and all this on a total area of around 2,000 m².
Doka commits to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)
Doka, a global leader in formwork and scaffolding, has become the first company in its industry to commit to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This milestone reflects Doka’s ambition to reduce emissions in line with the latest scientific guidance and contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. By aligning its goals with the SBTi, Doka is positioning itself in the forefront to global effort to decarbonise the construction industry.
HOUSE OF SILHOUETTE in Vienna: umdasch The Store Makers create a unique retail experience
With the opening of the 'HOUSE OF SILHOUETTE' on 2nd December, the renowned eyewear manufacturer Silhouette Group is setting new standards for premium optics in Vienna on the occasion of its 60th anniversary. In a historic building at the prestigious address Herrengasse 1, an exclusive store awaits visitors, allowing them to immerse themselves in the world of premium eyewear.
Digitally linked at the point of sale: the umdasch eXperience Platform provides an overview
With the new version of its umdasch eXperience Platform, umdasch The Store Makers is launching a further developed version of the software solution that digitally connects the retail industry. The application provides a central overview of all digital touchpoints and opens up a wide range of possibilities for retailers to optimise their daily business processes.
umdasch The Store Makers develops innovative stands for Audi and Volkswagen
In order to raise the customer experience in the showrooms of the Audi and Volkswagen brands to a new level, umdasch The Store Makers has developed modern digital vehicle information stands in collaboration with the renowned car manufacturers. Thanks to the harmonious interplay of functionality and design, they set new standards in customer communication at the point of sale.
Renovating with Ringlock scaffolding solutions
A quartet of European renovation and restoration projects across Europe showcases how Doka, a leading global formwork and scaffolding expert, delivers reliable, cost-effective scaffolding solutions tailored to meet the unique demands of renovation projects. As the benefits of maintaining, updating and restoring existing infrastructure are numerous, European constructors are partnering with Doka experts to implement customized Doka Ringlock scaffolding systems. Each project is designed to support breathing new life into historic buildings and aging infrastructure to preserve them for future generations.
Concremote makes concrete smarter
In an interview with Oliver Gusella, managing director at Vasko+Partner, we discussed the increasing importance and advantages of digital solutions for the efficient execution of complex construction projects.
First-class shopping experience at Frankfurt Airport: umdasch The Store Makers realises a Worldshop in the Lufthansa First Class Terminal for Miles & More
The Worldshop in the Lufthansa First Class Terminal at Frankfurt Airport offers a unique shopping experience for First Class customers and HON Circle members. As a leading provider of premium brand products and exclusive luggage, the Worldshop sets new standards in travel retail. Working closely with Heinemann's travel retail experts, umdasch The Store Makers created a harmonious store design with digital touchpoints that invites customers not only to shop, but also to attend special events such as vernissages.
New hansgrohe showroom in Warwick realised by umdasch The Store Makers
At the end of April, hansgrohe celebrated the official opening of its new UK headquarters in Warwick. The project was realised by umdasch The Store Makers, who coordinated the conversion of the space as the main contractor and were responsible for the manufacture, delivery, and installation of the shopfitting.
AI can save time and money in all phases.
Armin Cosic is AI Engineer at Doka. In this interview, he reveals what his role title really means and what influence he attributes to artificial intelligence in the construction industry.
Doka supports largest roller-compacted concrete dam expansion in U.S. history
Nestled in the heart of Colorado (USA), the Gross Reservoir plays a crucial role in managing water flow across the North American Continental Divide. In a landmark project aimed at securing the region's future water supply, Denver Water is undertaking the largest dam raise in U.S. history, increasing the height of the 70-year-old structure by 40 meters. To meet the unique challenges of this massive undertaking, Doka has engineered a tailor-made formwork solution, pivotal in tripling the reservoir's capacity.
Doka improves safety & increases efficiency on POST Rotterdam renovation
The POST Rotterdam building project is transforming the aging post office into a real gem as work continues on renovation and redevelopment of the esteemed property. To ensure the construction process on the busy Coolsingel boulevard flows safely and efficiently, the joint venture POST-Bouw, a combination of BESIX Nederland and Rizzani de Eccher, is working with a customized portfolio of solutions from Doka Nederland. Saving valuable crane time, Doka’s self-climbing formwork, SCP platform and various lightweight formwork as well as flexible scaffolding systems are being optimised to ensure a secure work environment and improved onsite efficiency.
Doka Leads with Smart Sensor Technology
Doka, one of the world's leading experts in formwork and scaffolding, has been a reliable partner for years providing digital solutions for increasing efficiency and safety on construction sites. With the introduction of the new DokaXact Load & Pressure sensors, Doka now enables real-time monitoring of the pouring process.
Doka extends CO2 footprint calculation to 7,000 products
Doka is taking another important step towards sustainability. In addition to the Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) for formwork products, the CO2 footprint for scaffolding is also available. Doka customers now have access to PCF data for around 7,000 products.
Maxi Zoo opens its first stores in the Netherlands with shopfitting solutions from umdasch The Store Makers
On 5 June, the Fressnapf Group celebrated the opening of its first store in the Netherlands under the name Maxi Zoo in Maastricht. This was followed by the opening of another store in Coevoerden on 19 June. With the new 800 square metres Maxi Zoo stores in the Netherlands, the company is continuing to expand its business in Europe and is setting standards in pet retailing with a modern store concept. The experts at umdasch The Store Makers also have reason to celebrate, as they have been supporting the international rollout of the Future Store concept on the shopfitting side not only in the Netherlands, but also in five other European countries since January 2024.
Criteria for calculating the product carbon footprint established
Doka, one of the world's leading suppliers of formwork and scaffolding, is once again demonstrating that it is a pioneer in sustainability by playing a key role in the development of minimum standards for calculating Product Carbon Footprints (PCFs) – a milestone for the formwork and scaffolding industry and a further step down the road to decarbonising the construction sector.
umdasch The Store Makers receives EcoVadis Bronze Seal for outstanding sustainability performance
umdasch The Store Makers has been recognised by the independent and renowned sustainability rating platform EcoVadis for its sustainability performance. This recognition underlines The Store Makers' commitment to social responsibility, environmental protection and ethical business conduct.
Doka formwork & scaffolding to renovate Voest Bridge
Doka, a global leader in formwork and scaffolding, is adding value to renovation projects by enabling construction companies to intelligently apply its Ringlock scaffolding system to support renovation projects of all sizes. The recent repairs and refurbishment of the important Voest Bridge showcase how the modular scaffold system played a significant part in supporting the repairs of one of Austria’s busiest road sections on the A7 highway.
BILLA Corso opens new store in Vienna-Döbling: umdasch The Store Makers skilfully present fine wines
After several months of construction, a new BILLA Corso opened on 24 April 2024 on Sieveringer Strasse in Vienna's 19th district. The striking highlight of the new store is the exclusive "Parisian chic" shop design, especially the wine bar, which was custom-made by umdasch The Store Makers and provides a fitting stage for fine wines.
