Category: Industrialized Construction
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Can Modular Construction Succeed? – A Panel Discusses
The topic of the Nex-Gen Building panel discussion: Can Modular Construction Succeed? Examining Obstacles and Solutions. The panelists Aarni Heiskanen – Construction Innovation Agent at AEC Business Enrique Nadales Clavero – BIM consultant at Tylko Advisors Jaan Saar – Chief Evangelist at Future Insight Group Cristina Savian – CEO and Founder at BE-WISE Lauri Tuulberg…
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Is Modular Construction Destined to Fail?
The construction sector is a harsh environment for innovation. I’ve been following the story of one Finnish innovative contractor, Lehto Group, over the years with enthusiasm. I was saddened to hear that the group’s three significant subsidiaries joined the ranks of many Finnish contractors who have filed for bankruptcy over the last six months. Lehto…
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Autodesk Informed Design Connects Design and Make Workflows
Autodesk, Inc. has introduced Autodesk Informed Design, a new cloud-based solution designed to integrate design and manufacturing workflows with the aim of improving efficiency in the building design and construction process. The tool allows architects to utilize customizable, predefined building products that ensure valid outcomes and enables manufacturers to make their products accessible to design…
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The Future of Construction Work with Mark Ehrlich
In this episode of the AEC Business podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Mark Ehrlich, a veteran of the construction industry from the USA and the author of “The Way We Build: Restoring Dignity to Construction Work.” Our conversation delved into the evolving landscape of construction work and the challenges faced by construction…
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Takt in Shipbuilding: A Cabin Module Rolls Out Every 15 Minutes
The shipbuilding world may seem far removed from the construction industry, but valuable lessons can be learned from how ships are assembled using modular and lean methods. Minna Rosvall of YLE wrote an article about how cabins are manufactured using Takt production at the Piikkiö Works factory in southwestern Finland. The factory has operated for…
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Revamping the Construction Value Chain for Better Results
Industrialized construction is crucial in meeting housing needs affordably. There are many ways to industrialize construction. Fira, a Finnish contractor, has developed its model with excellent results. Finnish contractors have used precast concrete panels and slabs to build apartments since the 1960s. That speeds up the construction of the structural frame, facades, and stairways. However,…
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Discussing Construction Startups and Innovation with Gonzalo Galindo
In this episode of the AEC Business Podcast, Aarni Heiskanen interviews Gonzalo Galindo, President at Cemex Ventures. They discuss startup funding, construction technology, and this year’s construction startup competition. Cemex Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of Cemex, a global building materials company, actively supports innovative startups in the construction industry. Through their investment and collaboration, Cemex Ventures…
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Hilti’s BIM-Powered Integrated Project Solutions Boosts Construction Safety and Productivity
Hilti, a global construction solutions provider, has recently unveiled its Integrated Project Solutions (IPS). The service suite aims to streamline construction projects across design, construction, and operational phases. By addressing challenges like space limitations, loading conditions, and building code compliance, IPS enhances coordination, scheduling, and overall cost and quality control. Unlocking Productivity: Integrated Design Services…
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Exploring the Future of Robotic Construction with Dr. Thomas Bock
In this episode of the AEC Business podcast, host Aarni Heiskanen interviews Dr. Thomas Bock, a renowned expert in construction robotics. With 45 years of experience in the field and multiple books on the topic, Thomas shares his insights and expertise. Tune in to learn more about his professional journey and the advancements in construction…
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Affordable Robots Could Reshape Reality Capture in Construction
Drones are now in the mainstream of reality capture on construction sites. In interior construction, hard hat cameras and human-operated laser scanners are still the best way to collect accurate data. Quadrupled robots could be an alternative, but in many cases, they are considered too expensive. That may change soon, as both robots with upgraded…