Revolutionize Pod Manufacturing with Sika’s Automated Tiling Technology

Why Traditional Tiling Fails Modular Building Manufacturers 

  • Labor Shortages: Skilled tilers are scarce, delaying projects and inflating costs   
  • Fragile Outputs: Cement-based adhesives crack when pods are moved, leading to rework and wasted materials  
  • Inflexible Processes: Manual tiling is not scalable with demand, creating bottlenecks in high-volume production 
Robot head with adhesive application on tile

70 % of pod damage

during transport stems from rigid adhesive failure.

Transform Industry Challenges with Sika

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Traditional Solution

Sika Advantage

 

 

Adhesive Technology

 

 

 

  • Rigid mortars prone to cracking

  • Extensive curing time 

  • Limited movement capability

  • Complex mixing process

 

  • Flexible adhesives for faster movement

  • Rapid curing with booster technology

  • High movement capability

  • Ready-to-use system

 

 

Production Process

 

 

 

  • Labor-intensive manual process

  • Dependent on skilled workers

  • Inconsistent application

  • Limited production capacity

 

  • Fully automated application

  • Minimal operator training needed

  • Precise, consistent results

  • Scalable production capacity

 

 

Long-term Performance

 

 
 

  • Frequent repairs needed

  • High maintenance costs

  • Transport damage common

  • Unpredictable lifespan
 

  • Industry-grade durability 

  • Minimal maintenance required

  • Transport-proof bonding

Automated Tiling: Balancing Precision with Flexibility

Core Features:  

  • Flexible Adhesives: Sikaflex Tiling Solution ensures tiles stay intact during transport, even under stress.  
  • Ready-to-Use Automation: No mixing, no dust. Integrates seamlessly into existing workflows as a standalone system.  
  • Pre-Bonded Tile Sheets: Apply tiles to carrier panels (metal/fiberglass) offline, then store for on-demand assembly.  
  • Scalable ROI: Achieve payback in 3–4 years with 30% faster cycle times and 15% less material waste  

Beyond Products—Your Tiling Automation Partner

Proven Expertise, Global Support 

As the leading market player in automated tiling systems, you can benefit from the following: 

 

 

Proven Expertise 
 
100,000 bathroom pods have been produced with automated tiling solutions globally.

 

 

 

 

Future-Proof Design 
 
Adaptable to the evolving production needs and requirements, from small batches to mass customization.

 

 

 

 

Sustainability Advantage 
 
A reduction of 1.5 kg/m² in the weight of an automated tiled wall decreases the overall transport load. Additionally, the flexible bond ensures a durable, sustainable attachment, minimizing the need for repairs.

 

 

 

 

Compliant with Global Standards 

Sikaflex tile adhesives reach a load level of 0.5 MPa and above over the full lifecycle. This load levels ensure an ETAG022 or SINTEF approval.

 

 

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Florian Altenwegner

Corporate Business Development Manager, Modular Building