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Betonamit

Betonamit – the non-explosive cracking agent

Non-explosive cracking agent for the safe and controlled demolition of rock and concrete – developed and produced in Liechtenstein.

Product

The gentle alternative to blasting

BETONAMIT – The Original Logo

Betonamit is an non-explosive cracking agent for the gentle and controlled demolition of rock and concrete. Betonamit is the gentle and environmentally friendly alternative compared to conventional demolition methods. Where blasting is not permitted or desired, where chiseling places an enormous strain on workers, or vibrations must be avoided, Betonamit offers exactly the right solution.

As a European manufacturer, we have achieved an internationally leading position with our quality product. Production still takes place at our plant in Liechtenstein. For our non-explosive cracking agent, we use exclusively raw materials from Switzerland and the EU. Today we manufacture for countless renowned companies worldwide and produce our products both under our own brand and as numerous private labels on behalf of our customers.

Standard packaging

  • Box 20 kg (4 × 5)
  • Box 10 kg (4 × 2.5)
  • Bucket 5 kg
  • Bucket 2.5 kg
  • Bag 5 kg
  • Bag 2.5 kg

Quality features and USPs

  • 40 years of experience in the manufacture and application of non-explosive cracking agents
  • Shelf life of at least 3 years
  • 1 product for all temperatures (0 °C – 35 °C)
  • Individual packaging and container solutions
  • Fast implementation of "private label" projects
  • Maximum safety and reliability in use
  • Compliance with all international regulations (REACH, GHS, etc.)
  • Additional products and additives for horizontal and overhead applications (Betonamit Special)
  • Possibility of territorial protection and granting of exclusive rights
  • No special transport and storage regulations
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Betonamit websites/online shops

GermanyEuropeAustriaSwitzerlandUnited KingdomSloveniaSwedenItalyUSA / Canada

Larger quantities, direct from the factory

From one pallet upwards, it pays to contact us directly: when timing is not critical, buying directly from KUBATEC is usually the most economical option. Simply request a non-binding quote.

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Application

Preparation and workflow

Please have the following equipment ready before you start:

  • BETONAMIT® – The Original
  • Safety goggles and protective gloves
  • Mixing container made of plastic or metal
  • Electric mixer
  • Drilling machine and drill bits (see technical specifications)
  • Cold and clean water
  • Covering material if required
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  1. BETONAMIT® – 1. Drill the holes according to the technical specifications – as dust-free and dry as possible.1.Drill the holes according to the technical specifications – as dust-free and dry as possible.
  2. BETONAMIT® – 2. Pour the BETONAMIT® powder into the mixing container.2.Pour the BETONAMIT® powder into the mixing container.
  3. BETONAMIT® – 3. Add 1.2 litres of cold, clean water per 5 kg (max. 20 °C).3.Add 1.2 litres of cold, clean water per 5 kg (max. 20 °C).
  4. BETONAMIT® – 4. Mix mechanically for 2 minutes until the mixture is fluid and homogeneous.4.Mix mechanically for 2 minutes until the mixture is fluid and homogeneous.
  5. BETONAMIT® – 5. Fill the mixture into the boreholes immediately, straight from the container.5.Fill the mixture into the boreholes immediately, straight from the container.
  6. BETONAMIT® – 6. Let it react – cracks always form in the direction of least resistance.6.Let it react – cracks always form in the direction of least resistance.

The maximum borehole spacing is 10 times the borehole diameter; smaller spacing gives even better results. The mixture appears dry at first but changes consistency abruptly during mixing. Dilute surplus mixture with plenty of water to deactivate it and dispose of it with the remaining construction debris.

How to select borehole spacing, depth and pattern: Drill patterns, borehole spacing and drilling depth

Mechanical application for large quantities

Application

Technical specifications and reaction time

To achieve the best possible result, these specifications are decisive:

Temperature (object)0 – 15 °C15 – 25 °C25 – 35 °C
Drill diameter (Ø borehole)30–50 mm30–45 mm30–40 mm
Maximum borehole spacing10 × Ø borehole10 × Ø borehole10 × Ø borehole
Water per 5 kg1.2 litres1.2 litres1.2 litres
Reaction time12–96 h6–72 h2–48 h
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How pressure develops over the hours and days after filling: Reaction time and pressure development

Drilling instructions

Dividing, splitting and breaking up

Cracks always form in the direction of least resistance. A larger borehole diameter means more force, shorter reaction time and wider cracks. Smaller borehole spacing means smaller fragments and a shorter reaction time. The drilling depth should be at least ¾ of the total depth.

Tip: BETONAMIT® keeps expanding over several days. The more time you give the product, the easier it is to remove the fragments.

More about drill patterns, spacing and drilling depth: Technical drilling details

Dividing, splitting and breaking upDividing, splitting and breaking up

Drilling instructions

Trenching, loosening and removing

The target level is usually over-drilled by 5–15 cm to avoid subsequent chiselling work. The expansion pressure (F) always develops at 90° to the borehole. Angled boreholes therefore create a free face even in unfavourable situations, where the pressure and material can escape. All rows can be filled at the same time: cracks form in the front row first, then each following row pushes on.

Trenching, loosening and removingTrenching, loosening and removing

Application example

Shaft excavation in rock without a free face

When excavating a shaft in a flat rock surface, there is initially no free face towards which the rock can move. BETONAMIT® builds up pressure in the drill holes and creates cracks in the rock. With a dense drilling pattern and additional inclined holes reaching below the planned bottom, even an excavation enclosed by rock on all sides can be prepared. The broken material can then be removed mechanically.

BETONAMIT® – Shaft excavation in rock without a free face: Plan view
Plan view
BETONAMIT® – Shaft excavation in rock without a free face: Section
Section

Example: shaft with a 2 × 2 m footprint and 2 m depth

  • 40 ×The turquoise holes form the outer frame. At a spacing of 20 cm, there are 40 holes. This closer spacing is intended to give the cleanest possible outer edge.
  • 16 ×The orange holes are located inside on a 40 cm grid – 16 vertical holes. They are drilled 10–15 cm deeper than the planned shaft bottom so that the rock also breaks in the lower area.
  • 10 ×The ten violet holes start in two opposite rows of five. They run at an angle inwards to the central bottom area and are also overdrilled by 10–15 cm. This builds up pressure deeper inside the enclosed rock and loosens the material for excavation. Their drilling paths must be set on site so that they do not intersect.

All holes are filled with BETONAMIT®. The material should then be left to act for at least one day, preferably two to three days. The broken rock is then excavated.

The diagram shows a deliberately dense layout for a shaft excavation without a free face. Hole position, number and depth must be adapted to the actual rock conditions and the desired result. The section shows the inclined holes schematically.

This example can be adapted to a wide range of requirements and situations. It illustrates the principle: inclined holes lift the material and thus create the free space the rock needs to break.

More about drill patterns, borehole spacing and drilling depth: Technical drilling details

Application

Consumption

Consumption per cubic metre

The simplest way to estimate consumption: breaking up 1 m³ of rock, stone or concrete requires approx. 10 kg of BETONAMIT®.

Consumption per cubic metre

Consumption per drilled metre

Consumption per metre of borehole depends on the borehole diameter. Multiply the total length of all boreholes in metres by the relevant factor. Example: 10 holes × 0.3 m depth × 2.2 kg (Ø 40 mm) = 6.6 kg BETONAMIT®.

Ø boreholekg per drilled metre
20 mm0.55 kg
25 mm0.86 kg
30 mm1.24 kg
31 mm1.32 kg
32 mm1.41 kg
33 mm1.50 kg
34 mm1.59 kg
35 mm1.68 kg
36 mm1.78 kg
37 mm1.88 kg
38 mm1.98 kg
39 mm2.09 kg
40 mm2.20 kg
41 mm2.31 kg
42 mm2.42 kg
43 mm2.54 kg
44 mm2.66 kg
45 mm2.78 kg
50 mm3.44 kg
55 mm4.16 kg
60 mm4.95 kg

Consumption calculator

Estimate the BETONAMIT® quantity required for your drilling pattern.

Result

Total drilled metres
5.00 m
kg per drilled metre
2.20 kg
Required quantity
11.0 kg
Approx. 20 kg cartons: 1

Choose packaging and quantity. BETONAMIT® can be delivered as individual cartons, pallets, truckloads or in containers. We prepare an individual quote tailored to your needs.

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Guide values without warranty. Allow a 5–10 % reserve depending on drilling accuracy and losses.

Application

Safety instructions

  1. 1Only use BETONAMIT® at object temperatures between 0 °C and max. 35 °C.
  2. 2Protect the BETONAMIT® powder itself from heat before use and store it in a cool place (max. 25 °C). Warm powder accelerates the reaction and increases the blow-out risk.
  3. 3Do not use warm water (max. 20 °C).
  4. 4Keep to the correct water volume: 1.2 litres per 5 kg.
  5. 5Mix mechanically whenever possible (poor mixing increases the blow-out risk).
  6. 6Only use drill bits with the recommended diameter.
  7. 7The minimum borehole depth is 5 times the borehole diameter.
  8. 8The maximum borehole depth depends on the situation, but is approx. 6 metres.
  9. 9Boreholes must be as clean and dry as possible.
  10. 10On hot days, fill the boreholes early in the morning.
  11. 11Fill the mixture into the boreholes immediately after mixing.
  12. 12Dilute residues with plenty of water and dispose of them according to local regulations.
  13. 13Never look directly into filled boreholes (blow-out risk).
  14. 14Secure the work site against unauthorised access.
  15. 15Never fill the mixture into bottles or other closed containers (explosive effect).
  16. 16Also observe the hazard and safety information on the packaging (GHS).

Checklist for safe application

  • Am I wearing the mandatory safety goggles?
  • Am I using the correct borehole diameter?
  • Have I prepared the correct amount of cold, clean water?
  • Is the mixing water temperature within the recommended range?
  • Is the temperature of the BETONAMIT® powder below 25 °C?
  • Is the temperature of the object below 35 °C?
  • Can the fragments be displaced in at least one direction?
  • Can I rule out that expansion pressure or displaced material causes unwanted damage (masonry, floor slab)?

Caution: what is a blow-out effect?

Failure to follow the instructions, improper handling or conditions that are too warm can cause a blow-out – the sudden, explosive escape of BETONAMIT® from the borehole. Being hit in the face by material escaping under high pressure can cause serious injuries. Never look directly into filled boreholes and wear safety goggles at all times. After a first blow-out it repeats about 3–6 times and can also occur in other boreholes. Close the work area to all persons for at least 3 hours.

Immediate measures

BETONAMIT® is not toxic, but contains a high proportion of quicklime (calcium oxide). IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if possible, continue rinsing. IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. In case of pain, injury or allergic reaction, consult a doctor immediately.

Extract from the official BETONAMIT® instructions for use. The full version is available as a PDF in the download section.

Documents

Product brochures and safety data sheets

Product brochures – downloads

Product brochureEnglish (PDF)كتيب المنتجArabic (PDF)Продуктова брошураBulgarian (PDF)Prospekt proizvodaCroatian (PDF)Produktový prospektCzech (PDF)ProduktbrochureDanish (PDF)ProductbrochureDutch (PDF)Tuote-esiteFinnish (PDF)Brochure produitFrench (PDF)ProduktprospektGerman (PDF)Ενημερωτικό φυλλάδιο προϊόντοςGreek (PDF)उत्पाद विवरणिकाHindi (PDF)Brochure prodottoItalian (PDF)ProduktbrosjyreNorwegian (PDF)Broszura produktowaPolish (PDF)Brochura do produtoPortuguese (PDF)Broșură de produsRomanian (PDF)Prospekt proizvoda – latinicaSerbian (PDF)Проспект производа – ћирилицаSerbian (PDF)Prospekt izdelkaSlovenian (PDF)Folleto de productoSpanish (PDF)ProduktbroschyrSwedish (PDF)Ürün broşürüTurkish (PDF)

Safety data sheets – downloads

Safety Data SheetEU – English (PDF)Safety Data SheetUnited Kingdom – English (PDF)Safety Data SheetUnited States – English (PDF)KäyttöturvallisuustiedoteFinland – Finnish (PDF)Fiche de données de sécuritéBelgium – French (PDF)Fiche de données de sécuritéFrance – French (PDF)Fiche de données de sécuritéSwitzerland – French (PDF)SicherheitsdatenblattGermany – German (PDF)SicherheitsdatenblattSwitzerland – German (PDF)Scheda di sicurezzaItaly – Italian (PDF)Scheda di sicurezzaSwitzerland – Italian (PDF)SäkerhetsdatabladFinland – Swedish (PDF)Güvenlik bilgi formuTürkiye – Turkish (PDF)

Packaging

Product photos and packaging

BETONAMIT® is available in boxes, bags and resealable buckets – and on request in customer-specific packaging.

BETONAMIT Box 20 kg – 4 × 5 kg bags | 44 lbs

Box 20 kg

4 × 5 kg bags | 44 lbs

BETONAMIT Box content – Four 5 kg bags per box

Box content

Four 5 kg bags per box

BETONAMIT Bag 5 kg – Single bag | 11 lbs

Bag 5 kg

Single bag | 11 lbs

BETONAMIT Stacked bags – 5 kg bags with application pictograms

Stacked bags

5 kg bags with application pictograms

BETONAMIT Bucket 5 kg – Resealable | 11 lbs

Bucket 5 kg

Resealable | 11 lbs

BETONAMIT Bucket opened – Protective inner bag

Bucket opened

Protective inner bag

BETONAMIT Bag and bucket 2.5 kg – 2.5 kg each | 5.5 lbs

Bag and bucket 2.5 kg

2.5 kg each | 5.5 lbs

BETONAMIT Shipping box – Carton with 4 × 5 kg, top view

Shipping box

Carton with 4 × 5 kg, top view

BETONAMIT Pallet 720 kg – 36 boxes of 20 kg | EPAL

Pallet 720 kg

36 boxes of 20 kg | EPAL

BETONAMIT Pallet 960 kg – 48 boxes of 20 kg | EPAL

Pallet 960 kg

48 boxes of 20 kg | EPAL

BETONAMIT 20′ FCL – 9.6 tonnes – Full container load, standard loading

20′ FCL – 9.6 tonnes

Full container load, standard loading

BETONAMIT 40′ FCL – 19.2 tonnes – Full container load, standard loading

40′ FCL – 19.2 tonnes

Full container load, standard loading

Pallet and container loads are flexible and adapted to each project – packaging sizes, quantities and mixed loads on request.

Videos

BETONAMIT® in rock and concrete

These videos show BETONAMIT® in action: how the expansive demolition agent builds up pressure inside the drill holes and splits rock and concrete in a controlled way – with the reaction shown step by step in slow motion.

Controlled rock splitting

The field video shows BETONAMIT® splitting rock in a controlled way without explosives.

BETONAMIT® in action: controlled rock splitting without blasting.

Breaking a concrete block in slow motion

Slow motion reveals how BETONAMIT® builds controlled expansive pressure until clearly visible cracks open.

BETONAMIT® breaking a concrete foundation – slow-motion footage with sound.

Project examples

BETONAMIT® in practical use

Images from the field: rock, natural stone and concrete are broken up in a controlled way without blasting, vibration or noise – even in tight excavations, inside basements or in the middle of residential areas.

Boulder split with BETONAMIT expansive agent
Breaking up a huge boulder with ROCKSPLIT
Controlled splitting of a boulder in a residential area
Rock splitting in a tight excavation next to a building
Granite block separated into segments without vibration
Concrete foundation with drill holes and a continuous crack
Rock removal inside a basement without blasting or hammering
Indoor concrete demolition with minimal impact
Concrete slab split precisely into removable pieces
Trench excavation in rock: material pre-loosened without vibration
Crack pattern from above: drill hole grid splits the block radially
Removal of a concrete barrier in a gorge without blasting
Demolition of a concrete basin on an inner-city site
Large boulder in the excavation cracked right through
Rock face removed in rows of drill holes – excavation in a residential area
Rock removal directly above a busy road
Clean break line after splitting with expansive agent
Boulder in the forest separated into slices – without noise or vibration
Concrete wall cracked in a controlled way along the drill hole row
Concrete foundation blocks fully broken up via a grid of drill holes
Reinforced concrete base cleanly split – crack pattern shown to scale
Concrete blocks fully cracked with BETONAMIT – boreholes in a grid
Indoor concrete foundation demolished without vibration
Large boulder next to a driveway split under control
Garden concrete wall split lengthwise – no noise, no blasting
Natural stone blocks broken up precisely in an underground area
Simple and safe pre-splitting of extremely hard granite with BETONAMIT® non-explosive cracking agent

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about BETONAMIT®

+What exactly is BETONAMIT®?

BETONAMIT® is a non-explosive non-explosive cracking agent (SCDA) for the controlled demolition of rock and concrete. The powder is mixed with water, poured into drill holes and builds up expansive pressure while curing, cracking the material silently and without vibration.

+How much BETONAMIT® is needed per drill hole?

Consumption depends on hole diameter and depth. As a rule of thumb, 1 kg fills about 1.2 m of a 32 mm hole. A consumption calculator on the product page gives the exact quantity for your project. Our guide to drill patterns, borehole spacing and drilling depth explains how to select the geometry.

+At which temperatures can BETONAMIT® be used?

One single product covers the whole range from 0 °C to 35 °C rock temperature, so there is no need for separate summer or winter grades.

+How long does BETONAMIT® take to work?

Cracks normally appear within 8 to 24 hours after filling, depending on the material, hole spacing and temperature. The expansive pressure continues to develop over several days, as explained under reaction time and pressure development.

+Do I need a blasting licence for BETONAMIT®?

BETONAMIT® is not an explosive under explosives legislation and is not subject to special transport or storage regulations. A blasting licence is therefore usually not required – always verify local regulations.

+Which packaging sizes are available?

Standard packaging is 20 kg boxes (4 × 5 kg) and 10 kg boxes (4 × 2.5 kg), 5 kg and 2.5 kg buckets as well as 5 kg and 2.5 kg bags. Customer-specific packaging and private label designs are available on request.

+Where can I buy BETONAMIT®?

Quantities below one pallet (720 kg) are best sourced from one of our international sales partners or online shops. For larger volumes and private label projects, KUBATEC BMT AG quotes directly as the manufacturer.

Distribution

International BETONAMIT® sales partners

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Albania – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaAustria – Austin Powder Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH, St. LambrechtAustria – Betonamit Austria – Christian Peter Högl, St. ValentinAustria – August Rädler GmbH – Das Bauzentrum, WolfurtAustria – Würth Hochenburger GmbH, HagenbrunnBelgium – LDS Construct bv, OverijseNetherlands – MASE TRADING Machinery Attachments B.V., VaassenSwitzerland – KUBATEC BMT AG, RuggellChile – CONSTRUCTORA OSME SpA, Chillán, Región de ÑubleCyprus – TSIRCON CO LTD, 1687 NicosiaCzechia – SDS-Stavební společnost s.r.o., VojkoviceGermany – BETONAMIT Deutschland, WallenfelsFinland – Rakennuskemia Oy, HyvinkääFinland – Semtu Oy, TalmaFrance – DMO – Groupe MO, ChambéryFrance – BETONAMIT Europe, WallenfelsGeorgia – Building Solutions LLC (BS), TbilisiGeorgia – Building Solutions LLC (BS), BatumiUnited Kingdom – Norsekem Ltd, WokinghamGhana – MC-Bauchemie Ghana Limited, AccraGhana – DK Construction Limited, Tema, Greater Accra RegionHungary – Emirent Gépkölcsönző Extrákkal, BudapestItaly – Punto Edil srl | Hey Casa, Paduli (BN)Liechtenstein – KUBATEC BMT AG, RuggellMalta – A.B.B.S. Ltd (BigMat Malta), Ta’ Qali / AttardMorocco – Bâtiment Chemicals Maroc (BATICHEM), Nouaceur, CasablancaMalaysia – Kyusen Machinery & Construction Sdn Bhd, PuchongNorway – Steinhardt AS, TrondheimNew Zealand – Rockbond Special Concrete Products Ltd, Petone, Lower HuttPakistan – Elsons Corporation, KarachiPeru – Chem Masters del Perú S.A. (CHEMA), LimaPortugal – BC – Equipa de Aluguer, Lda., SeixalSerbia – Leycochem Leyde doo, NišRomania – BAICULESCU CONSTRUCT SRL, București, Sector 2Romania – GLOBALTEH CONSTRUCT S.R.L., BucureștiSweden – Bergarbete VTX AB, SvanesundSlovenia – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaSenegal – Batichimie Boval, DakarTunisia – Luxor Technology and Trade (LTT), TunisUganda – Khambati Impex Company Limited, KampalaUnited States – Windy Ridge Corporation, TamworthUnited States – Crowder Supply Co., LLC, DenverUnited States – Blasters Tool & Supply Co., LawrenceburgUnited States – Ideal Blasting Supply, AshevilleUnited States – Atlas Preservation, BerlinCanada – Windy Ridge Corporation, CanadaBenin – JET CONTRACTORS, Cotonou, LittoralTürkiye – WLP BARUT TİCARET A.Ş., AnkaraYemen – Maharat Bena'a Corporation, Sana'aSaudi Arabia – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsUnited Arab Emirates – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsKuwait – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsQatar – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsBahrain – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsOman – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsIndia – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsBhutan – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsNepal – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsSri Lanka – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsBangladesh – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsChina – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsMaldives – LCS Pipelines GmbH, LorünsLatvia – SIA SEŠI SPĀRNI, RīgaEstonia – SIA SEŠI SPĀRNI, RīgaLithuania – SIA SEŠI SPĀRNI, RīgaGuadeloupe – WM Guadeloupe, Baie-MahaultLuxembourg – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaNetherlands – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaBelgium – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaCroatia – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaDenmark – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaHungary – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaFrance – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaPoland – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaCzechia – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaSlovakia – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaLithuania – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaRomania – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaEstonia – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaLatvia – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaFinland – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaPortugal – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaGreece – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaIreland – PROTON d.o.o., LjubljanaBulgaria – PROTON d.o.o., Ljubljana

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85 sales partners

Albania

Austria(4)

Bahrain

Bangladesh

Belgium

Benin

Bhutan

Bulgaria

Canada

Chile

China

Croatia

Cyprus

Czechia

Denmark

Estonia

Finland(3)

France(3)

Georgia

Germany

Ghana

Greece

Guadeloupe

Hungary

India

Ireland

Italy

Kuwait

Latvia

Liechtenstein

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Malaysia

Maldives

Malta

Morocco

Nepal

Netherlands

New Zealand

Norway

Oman

Pakistan

Peru

Poland

Portugal

Qatar

Romania(3)

Saudi Arabia

Senegal

Serbia

Slovakia

Slovenia

Sri Lanka

Sweden

Switzerland

Tunisia

Türkiye

Uganda

United Arab Emirates

United Kingdom

United States(5)

Yemen

Larger quantities, direct from the factory

From one pallet upwards, it pays to contact us directly: when timing is not critical, buying directly from KUBATEC is usually the most economical option. Simply request a non-binding quote.

Request a quote