Tag: Innovative
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Vulcan Introduces Innovative Combi Oven for High Performance
Vulcan, a division of ITW Food Equipment Group and a best-in-class supplier of top-quality, energy efficient equipment, is pleased to introduce its new Chef’sCombi combi oven — an innovative addition to its highly-reputable product offering that is powerful, intuitive and customizable. “We are thrilled to introduce the Chef’sCombi to the market. Vulcan developed our new…
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Future of Commercial Fencing: Innovative Materials & Designs Trends
Fencing has long been a key element in commercial construction, serving purposes that range from security and privacy to aesthetics and branding. As the industry evolves, so do the materials, designs, and technologies shaping modern fencing solutions. Developers and property owners are no longer looking for basic enclosures—they want durable, stylish, and efficient barriers that…
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Innovative Urban Mobility: Building Finland’s Tallest and Longest Bridge
The Kruunuvuori Bridge in Helsinki is a beacon of innovative design and forward-thinking urban planning. Set to become Finland’s longest and tallest bridge, it is not merely a transportation structure but an emblem of Helsinki’s commitment to creating a pedestrian-friendly and sustainable urban environment. The Kruunuvuori Bridge is one of the three Crown Bridges, a…
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How COfLOW Speeds up Construction through Innovative Systematization
Is the construction industry capable of radically improving its productivity and sustainability quickly? As I learned last Thursday at Solibri’s User Day, innovative project systemization can yield excellent results. This User Day celebrated Solibri’s 25th anniversary and featured exciting customer presentations. One was Jan Lund‘s introduction to how COfLOW builds multi-family housing in the Helsinki…
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Building an Innovative Bridge with BIM
Infrastructure construction has caught up with and surpassed building construction when it comes to the systematic use of BIM, at least in Finland. A shining example is the Kruunusilta bridge, under construction in Helsinki. Kruunusilta won this year’s Tekla BIM Award in Finland, indicating that the project has used BIM exceptionally well. An innovative bridge…
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2024’s Most Innovative Contech Startups Announced by Cemex Ventures
Cemex Ventures has unveiled the 2024 edition of its highly anticipated list, showcasing the 50 most promising construction technology (Contech) startups. This list, titled “Top 50 Contech Startups 2024,” highlights the startups that are leading the charge in redefining the construction industry. These startups are aligned with Cemex Ventures’ four strategic focus areas: Green Construction…
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Multisensory Marvel: Exploring the Innovative MSG Sphere
The U.S. entertainment industry keeps amazing me. The first Disneyland opened in 1955, and ever since the industry has created experiences that amazingly combine architecture and technology. The latest example is the MSG Sphere which will open its doors in Las Vegas, Nevada, on September 29, 2023. It is a large-scale immersive entertainment space hosting various events,…
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Virtual AEC/RE Pitchathon to Assist Innovative Startups in Wake of COVID-19
Venture capital investment firm Shadow Ventures announced today a virtual AEC/RE Pitchathon that will connect a global community of investors, architects, engineers, contractors, and real estate professionals with 60-plus pre-seed to Series B startups offering groundbreaking innovation in their market segments. The first-ever, all-online event within the AEC/RE space will take place on June 2-3…
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Skender named one of “The World’s Most Innovative Companies”
Skender, a vertically integrated design, construction, and manufacturing firm based in Chicago, has been named to Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2019”. This year, more than three dozen editors, reporters, and contributors sought out the most notable innovations of the year in 35 industries and across every region of the world. They considered…
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The Most Innovative Company Will Win
Granlund shows how an established company can be an innovator, year after year. The construction industry in Finland has been thriving over the last couple of years. “Business is going so well now that there’s a danger of complacency,” says Pekka Metsi, CEO of Granlund. “I see too little organized innovation taking place within the…