Peter Hass from Stelumar

Peter Hass is the GM at Stelumar.

Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc. (SAMI) is a technology-driven company dedicated to revolutionizing homebuilding in Canada through advanced modular building solutions.

Founded by Peter Gilgan, one of Canada’s leading entrepreneurs and the founder of Mattamy Homes, SAMI combines automation, robotics and AI to produce high-quality prefabricated components at an industrial scale.

With a state-of-the-art facility set to open in the GTA, SAMI aims to address the housing crisis by making homeownership more attainable, accelerating construction timelines and setting a new benchmark for innovation in the industry.

Chapters

00:00 Peter Hass: A Journey Through PropTech

05:46 Understanding Prefab and Modular Construction

09:10 The Advantages of Speed in Construction

12:16 Mid-Rise Buildings: The Sweet Spot for Modular

13:27 Navigating Regulatory Challenges in Construction

17:01 The Impact of Robotics on Manufacturing

18:42 Transforming the Building Industry

19:59 Dispelling Myths About Modular Construction

21:56 Scaling Up: The Future of Manufacturing

23:44 Innovations in Home Building

25:26 The Cost of Housing: Breaking Down the Components

28:08 Customization in Modular Construction

30:03 Pricing Strategies in Modular vs Traditional Construction

31:08 Current Trends in the Real Estate Market

32:45 Policy Changes for Housing Affordability

34:17 The Future of Robotics in Construction

36:12 Lessons from Peter Gilgin

37:27 Finding Balance in Entrepreneurship