MBM - Mobile Battery Moulds

The MBM (Mobile Battery Mould) by Construx-Weckenmann is a transportable, high-capacity formwork system designed for the efficient on-site production of precast concrete wall elements. Engineered to deliver fair-faced surfaces on both sides, this mould is ideally suited for large-scale housing developments, particularly in urban or remote construction sites where speed, surface quality, and setup time are critical.

Key application: on-site precast for urban housing projects

The MBM is a game-changing solution for:

• Densely populated urban areas
• Locations with limited crane access or factory infrastructure
• Fast-track residential construction using precast wall elements

Technical specifications

• 20 casting pockets, each measuring 7100mm x 3500mm
• Wall thickness range: 100mm to 300mm
• Overall casting capacity: up to 500m² per day

System features

• Electric opening and closing of pockets
• Hydraulic securing system for reliable locking
• Integrated soffits and side-forms
• High-frequency electric vibrators with frequency converter
• Energy-efficient heating using natural hydration heat
• Full steel working platforms with stairs and handrails
• Delivered with a custom-designed concrete bucket for fast and clean filling

Mobility & quick installation

The MBM is designed for ease of transport and rapid deployment:

• Quick setup and dismantling in just 2 days
• Fully portable between project sites
• Perfect for mobile precast production lines

Key benefits

• High output: 500m²/day precast capacity
• Produces double-sided fair-faced wall panels
• Fast, clean setup with minimal civil work
• Reduces need for off-site transport of large precast elements
• Conforms to on-site safety standards with full platforms and access systems