Aarni Heiskanen, a Finnish construction innovation agent, is hailed as a Top 100 influencer in construction tech. Aarni has been a pioneer in CAD, he has co-founded a business software company, and worked as a certified management consultant. He runs AE Partners, an innovation agency. Aarni holds a master's degree in architecture. Connect with Aarni on LinkedIn
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, […]
Creating stunning visualizations of buildings and environments requires knowledge and skills, regardless of the fantastic tools designers have. How about using generative AI to do the same without much special training or experience? I stumbled upon Veras®, an AI tool from Evolve Lab. Veras is an AI-powered visualization add-in for SketchUp®, Revit® & Rhinoceros® that uses your 3D model […]
New Developments at Autodesk University: EarthCam, a company specializing in live camera technology and services, announced upgrades to its Autodesk Construction Cloud integration at Autodesk University. The enhanced integration enables EarthCam’s live jobsite cameras to deliver AI-powered reporting with live imagery directly to Autodesk Build, a project management and field execution tool. First Construction Cloud […]
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 […]
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 […]
