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Keep updated on ULMA Construction’s latest developments as well as the most relevant projects we have worked on.

The tallest building in the Brooklyn skyline

9 Dekalb Ave is a 73 storey tower standing at 325 m, making it the tallest building in Brooklyn. The skyscraper is planned to have over 500 residential units in addition to commercial space.

Jul 15, 2021

ULMA: 60 years of history

Back in 1957 when six young working men launched what we now know today as ULMA. They started under the name Talleres Ignacio Maiztegi, primarily focusing on maintenance and auxiliary work for a burgeoning chocolate industry in Oñati.

Jun 24, 2021

Tailor-made scaffolding solutions for the restoration of the Sanctuary of Lourdes

During the restoration work on the bell tower of the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, known as the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, France, safety and the constant flow of pilgrims determined the work processes involved. Thus, a foot-traffic management system was necessary during the erection phase of the BRIO scaffolding.

Jun 03, 2021

ULMA formwork for large-scale infrastructure in the Philippines

'The Cebu—Cordova Link Expressway' is Cebu's most anticipated infrastructure project and one of the largest in the Philippines. It aims to alleviate the heavy traffic between Cordova – the capital of Cebu Island and the second largest city in the Philippines – and Mactan.

May 13, 2021

MK Shoring System demonstrates its high load-bearing capacity in the construction of the Waste Conversion Plant in Pavia

ULMA provided comprehensive engineering support, cost reduction, and high levels of quality and safety in the construction of the A2A Waste-to-Energy Plant project in Pavia, Italy.

Apr 15, 2021

Climbing Solutions, a high-rise product line that focuses on safety and productivity

ULMA's COMPLETE CLIMBING SOLUTIONS is an integral package that provides forming, climbing, and safety in a single product line. We offer an integrated solution that adapts to any height and geometry, is cost-effective, and increases on-site productivity.

Mar 25, 2021

Renovation of Guadiana International Bridge

The International Bridge over the Guadiana River joins Spain and Portugal, spanning between the towns of Ayamonte and Vila Real de Santo António. The composite bridge was designed by the engineer José Luis Cancio Martins, with a length of 666 metres, divided into five spans. Since its original construction in 1991 it has become a symbol of the union between the two countries that compose the Iberian Peninsula.

Mar 04, 2021

Engineering Solutions for a Large-Scale Project

The D4R7-Bratislava project in Slovakia includes the construction of 27 km of the D4 Motorway and 32 km of the R7 Expressway, as well as 14 intersections, and more than 100 bridges, including the sizeable Danube Bridge, with a surface area of over 100,000 square metres. It represents the largest public-private partnership (PPP) in the history of Slovakia.

Feb 04, 2021

185 Broadway Rising Above The Financial District in New York

Rising above the city's financial heart, the tower will offer magnificent views of the skyscrapers. Residents and visitors will have a wide array of dining, entertainment, and fitness options available.

Jan 12, 2021

CVS Cantilever Form Carrier, the Solution for Complex Terrain

The new ES-60 Viaduct, which forms part of the Slupsk - Gdansk portion of the S6 Expressway in Poland, will considerably reduce travel time between these two cities and thus reduce the flow of traffic on local roads.

Dec 22, 2020

Pre-assembled solutions at the Tampa International Airport, USA

The extension of the Tampa International Airport required forming and shoring solutions to build a new bridge for Taxiway ‘A’, ULMA is collaborating to build it.

Dec 01, 2020

ULMA demonstrates its experience and engineering expertise on the BR-280 SC Highway, in Brazil

The BR-280 is a federal highway in the state of Santa Catarina, which stretches from the city of São Francisco do Sul to Dionísio Cerqueira, near the Argentine border, with a total length of approximately 634.1 km.

Nov 10, 2020

BATEK, the new one sided tying formwork system for walls

ULMA is launching BATEK, the one sided tying formwork system for walls. Reduction of labour and assembly time are the defining features of this highly efficient panel formwork system.

Oct 22, 2020

Shaped geometries in the centre of London

Battersea Power Station is one of the most ambitious projects to be undertaken in the centre of London. The complex will comprise a spacious shopping centre, luxury residences, offices, recreational areas, and green spaces

Oct 13, 2020

New STRIPPING CORNER MAX Is Now Available

The ideal solution for fast and efficient stripping formwork in interior spaces.

Sep 24, 2020

ULMA Launches a New Digital Service Pack for Scaffolding

Scaffmax®, a powerful scaffolding configurator, joins ULMA Studio for Revit®, complete with a new library including BRIO Modular Scaffolding and DORPA Frame Scaffolding, as part of ULMA’s digital toolkit available at a single click.

Sep 17, 2020

High performance and safety at the Wesley Tower, Mississauga, Canada

Wesley Tower, is a vital part of the Daniels-City Center iconic 93.000 m2 multi-award winning master-planned community. Located at Confederation Parkway and City Centre Drive, this new residential tower will be nestled within a destination neighbourhood conveniently located in the heart of the Mississauga City Centre, Ontario.

Aug 06, 2020

Caleido, the Latest Addition to Madrid’s Skyline

Caleido will join Madrid’s skyline as the fifth skyscraper in the 'Cuatro Torres Business Area'.

Jul 03, 2020

Construction of Poland’s longest road tunnel with the MK Formwork Carriage

The S7 Expressway crosses Poland from Lubień to Rabka Zdrój, north to south, passing through the Voividato Malopolskie region. There are three separate sections currently under construction. One of these sections goes through Luboń Maly mountain, for which a tunnel with two separate tubes is being built, with a total length of over 4 km.

Jun 11, 2020

Elegance and high-end design mixed in a residential tower in Midtown, NYC

611 West 56th St. is a 134.000 m² modern residential tower with 37 stories located in the heart of New York City.

May 20, 2020

Innovative ULMA solutions in the construction of the Galeazzi Hospital, Italy

The new hospital structure, designed according the most innovative standards in sustainability and functionality, combines the IRCC Galeazzi Orthopaedic Institute and the Sant’Ambrogio Clinic Institute, which together constitute the San Donato Hospital Group.

May 04, 2020

ULMA engineering solutions on the emblematic Arch of Innovation bridge, Brazil

The arch of innovation is a cable-stayed bridge that will connect Zarur, São João, and Cassiano Ricardo avenues in São Paulo, Brazil. With a height of 100 m, it has become one of the most iconic bridges in the country of its type, given its peculiar arc shape.

Apr 14, 2020

Array of solutions for the Toquepala mine in Peru

The expansion of the Toquepala Mine (Tacna), operated by Southern Copper Corporation, will allow it to increase copper production by 69%, reaching up to 245,000 tonnes annually. This represents a strategic investment project for the growth of the mining industry.

Mar 16, 2020

Skyliner, the new tower that lights up the night in Warsaw

Being built in the center of Warsaw, the office building will reach a height of 195 m and will be one of the tallest buildings in the capital. The building will consist of 45 storeys, of which 30 will be for offices, 4 for commercial and service premises, 4 for technical rooms, and two for spacious Skybar, from which you can admire the panorama of Warsaw. In addition, a 5-level underground car park is under costruction.

Feb 27, 2020

ULMA formwork, shoring, and scaffolding solutions for Morumbi Station in São Paulo, Brazil

Morumbi station, located in southern São Paulo, is part of Line 17 - Oro that will connect the Congonhas Airport to the Morumbi District of São Paulo. Led by the developers Camargo Corrêa Infra, this large urban transportation project will increase economic productivity and contribute to improving the quality of life for local residents, serving close to 41,000 passengers daily.

Feb 14, 2020

ULMA Strengthens its Environmental Commitment with FSC and PEFC Certifications

By obtaining the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) certifications over the past two years, ULMA is doing its part to guarantee responsible forest management practices, thus protecting biodiversity and numerous ecosystems.

Jan 31, 2020

Productivity and safety at the 800 Harbor Boulevard building in New Jersey

Located at the southern end of Weehawken's Lincoln Harbor, the 800 Harbor Boulevard residential building has been designed by Marchetto Higgins Stieve Architects, recently named by the American Institute of Architects of New Jersey as "Signature of the Year 2019".

Jan 14, 2020

ULMA Studio for Revit® Now Available

ULMA is unveiling its new space “BIM BANG,” where you can download ULMA Studio, the new add-In for Revit® Autodesk®, for free.

Dec 10, 2019

Productivity through the development and implementation of BIM Methodology

BIM Methodology responds to the need for a cultural and relational shift in the construction industry, which implies the integration of all participating parties in a single planning process for each project, from start to finish.

Dec 07, 2019

Safe and efficient engineering solutions for the Mina Justa Mine construction project in Peru

The copper deposit in Mina Justa, Peru, is considered to be one of the largest of its kind in the world, with an estimated value of $1.6 billion. It will produce 102,000 metric tonnes of copper concentrate and 58,000 metric tonnes of copper cathode annually.

Nov 22, 2019