Cement-free and practical: the conclusion from Horgen Oberdorf

Horgen Oberdorf station was extensively renovated and made barrier-free on behalf of SBB (Swiss Federal Railways). Anliker carried out the construction work, including the new platform, service pipes and drainage, as well as a new pedestrian underpass.

Around 230 m3 of cement-free KIBECO MIGROX lean concrete was used during the construction work, mainly for pipe blocks and drainage pipes.

During installation, it became apparent that MIGROX hardly differs from conventional lean concrete. Due to its consistency, the employees even found MIGROX more comfortable to work with than conventional lean concrete. The material was also easy to apply in summer temperatures of around 30 °C. In winter, the hardening process took a little longer at low temperatures. However, this was not a fundamental problem for the site foreman, as the longer hardening time was easy to plan for.

His positive experiences on the construction site show that cement-free alternatives work in day-to-day construction. At the same time, he is aware that the transition to alternative building materials is not possible without investments. “You have to be prepared to invest in the cycle,” he concludes. As production volumes rise, costs are likely to stabilise further in the future.

His wish for the future is clear: cement-free alternatives such as MIGROX should become the standard in the long term. This is exactly what we aim to achieve at KIBECO.

Location: Horgen Oberdorf, Switzerland
Execution year: 2026
Building material: KIBECO Leancrete Oulesse (lean concrete)
Quantity: 230m³
Participants: SBB, Anliker