Beton fascinated the visionary minds behind SCHWENK Zement GmbH over 175 years ago. This fascination built the foundation for what we see here at Betonwerke Cossebaude today. This is more than just a concrete plant. It is a testament to Dresden’s industrial evolution.
The story of Betonwerke Cossebaude is entwined with the growth of Cossebaude itself. The village transformed into an industrial community. This transformation began in 1889. Larger businesses started settling here at that time.
Betonwerke Cossebaude emerged as a vital part of this industrial expansion. The Deutsch-Französische war played a significant role. It sparked the construction of the Dresden to Cossebaude railway line. This railway connected to Berlin. It was a catalyst for industrial growth.
In the DDR era, Betonwerke Cossebaude played a crucial role. It became part of the VEB Betonleichtbaukombinat Dresden. This combined entity was one of the most important manufacturers of concrete slabs. These slabs were used for steel reinforced skeleton buildings.
After 1990, the Kombinat dissolved. It transformed into Betonleichtbaukombinat Aktiengesellschaft. This change reflected the shifting economic landscape of a reunified Germany.
Today, Betonwerke Cossebaude stands as a branch of SCHWENK Beton Dresden GmbH & Co. KG. SCHWENK is a family company with a rich history in the German construction materials industry. They have bundled their strengths since 1993. They produce high-quality building materials for the Dresden region.
SCHWENK Beton Dresden has several locations. They are in Dresden-Ost, Coswig, and Wilsdruff. The company also operates mobile construction site mixing plants. This allows them to serve various construction needs throughout the region.
Notably, SCHWENK is involved in innovative research. One project is called ReadyCarbonCret. It’s a practical experiment supported by the Forschungsgemeinschaft Transportbeton e. V.
Here at Betonwerke Cossebaude, the enthusiasm for cement and concrete drives everything. The strong family cohesion within SCHWENK fuels their work.
Consider the flood protection wall in Cossebaude. It shows the versatility of concrete. Completed in 2013, this wall protects Dresden from floods. NOE formwork systems were used. These systems allowed for textured surfaces on the concrete. This made the wall functional and visually appealing. The textured formliners could be used up to 100 times. This made them very economical.
Betonwerke Cossebaude is more than just a production facility. It is a part of Cossebaude’s history and Dresden’s future. It stands as a testament to innovation, adaptation, and enduring family values in the building materials industry.
As we stand here, we can appreciate the significance of this place. From its humble beginnings to its modern-day operations, Betonwerke Cossebaude continues to shape the landscape of Dresden. It contributes to the region’s growth and resilience.