What is the REPRECT system?
The REPRECT system is a patented, integrated production system for the manufacture of straight and spiral precast concrete stairs with optimised processes. It includes a new type of staircase formwork, reinforcement technology and reinforcement production, proprietary software for factory planning and supplementary production equipment.
How does the REPRECT system work?
Thanks to the customised REPRECT production system, consisting of modular staircase formwork systems (supported by CAD-CAM technology), special reinforcement technology and reinforcement production, as well as in-house software for factory planning, customised staircases (even for batch size 1) can be produced quickly and easily.
What are the benefits of the special software?
By entering predefined geometry data, our software generates all the data required for production. This includes geometry, reinforcement plans, formwork plans and machine data.
How does the system reduce storage costs?
Thanks to the quick and easy formwork conversion, the required stairs can be produced as required. This enables just-in-time production.
How does the system contribute to sustainability?
Reduced steel consumption by up to 50% with simultaneous CO₂ emission reduction, minimised material consumption, efficient production processes and reduced warehousing
How long does it take to produce a simple straight staircase?
For a simple staircase with 8 heights and a width of 1.00 m, the entire production process, including reinforcement and new formwork adjustment, can be completed in approx. 3.5 hours.
Which automation technologies are used?
Software-supported planning and generation of production data, interface to automatic bending machines, automatic reinforcement template and CNC milling machine are used.
Can the system be used for different types of stairs?
Yes, it is designed for both straight (with and without a landing) and spiral staircases.
How are manufacturing errors minimised?
Thanks to standardised processes, automated planning of plant data, high-precision production technology and predefined formwork and reinforcement elements. Formwork adjustment and reinforcement production can be carried out without measurement thanks to precisely specified steps and special production technology, thus avoiding errors.
Which materials are saved?
Savings are achieved in the reinforcement (up to ‑50% reinforcement content) and in the formwork setting (up to 70% timber compared to conventional timber formwork).
What certifications are available for the system?
The reinforcement technology is based on our own type statics, which are based on Eurocode 2 and are approved in several European countries.
Are there any restrictions on the size of the stairs?
For straight stairs, risers with up to 21 steps, landing lengths up to max. 200 cm and stair widths up to max. 205 cm (depending on the formwork variant) can be manufactured.
For spiral staircases, the minimum side length is 98 cm and the maximum side length is 520 cm. The maximum width is 120 cm.
Dimensions beyond the system limits are also possible for manual interventions.
How does the system improve occupational safety?
Through ergonomic handling (during the required activities, employees mainly move directly on the hall floor). Through automation of manufacturing processes (CNC milling machine) and minimised manual effort, as well as special safety devices.
How is the surface quality of the stairs ensured?
The upright production of straight staircases creates a 5‑sided clean surface.
The spiral staircases are concreted negatively. The treads and risers are smooth and the underside must be levelled or smoothed.
Which companies can benefit from REPRECT?
Our production systems are aimed at precast concrete plants worldwide that already manufacture stairs, want to expand their product portfolio or want to establish themselves on the market as a newcomer.
How is the maintenance of the system organised?
Regular software updates and an easy-to-maintain formwork and reinforcement system reduce maintenance costs.
What training courses are offered for use?
REPRECT offers a manual and on-site training on software, production and maintenance topics to help you get started with production. This enables efficient use of the system.
What cost savings are possible with the system?
Depending on the initial situation, material savings of up to 50% are possible for steel, up to 70% for wood and up to 50% for labour costs of 20%.
What costs can be expected?
The costs for the hardware (moulds, reinforcement machines, etc.) vary depending on the customer’s equipment requirements. The entry-level price for the TOPSTEPS system is around € 100,000.
A licence fee is charged for the know-how and the software. This depends on the size and possible exclusivity of the licence area.
How is the system protected against imitation?
The staircase formwork, the reinforcement technology and the reinforcement production are patented.
