Bridging the Gap: Insights & Innovations in Construction

Why do we exist, would you live in a 3D printed house and would you live on the moon or Mars? In our first-ever “Innovation Brief” bonus episode, you’ll get the chance to sit in on Todd and show editor Eric Daniel’s discussion about these questions and much more as they unpack news in the AEC, MEP and manufacturing industries. Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating and/or review and follow us on our social accounts. Sign up for newsletter Follow us on LinkedIn Bridging the Gap Podcast Website Todd’s LinkedIn   Thank you to our sponsors! Applied Software Applied Software LinkedIn Other Relevant Links: LiveLab Learning

Are you looking for a good read? Interested in the subjects of prefabrication and the small house movement? Join us as we sit down with Forbes writer Sheri Koones, whose newest book, Downsize: Living Large in a Small House, has recently debuted. If you’d like more information about Sheri and this podcast, make sure to check out our video at bridgingthegappod.com to watch the interview, see pictures of Sheri’s favorite houses, and buy her books! Sheri has written multiple books about living “off the grid,” and she, in addition to being an author and journalist, is a speaker on Green Construction. Her specialties include home construction, Green issues, and energy efficiency. Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating and/or review and follow us on our social accounts. Sign up for newsletter Follow us on LinkedIn Bridging the Gap Podcast Website Todd’s LinkedIn   Thank you to our sponsors! Applied Software Applied Software LinkedIn Other Relevant Links: LiveLab Learning Todd’s Thoughts – On Prefabrication, the Small House Movement and Sustainability Guest Information: Sheri Koones Website Link to purchase book

Have you faced the daunting task of buying something that might not be worth it? As someone in construction, you know that the stakes are much higher when you buy construction equipment. Join us as we discuss the vast amount of innovation happening in construction and MEP with Jonathan Marsh from Steel Toe Consulting. He is reviewing those big products so you can get the most out of your dollar. Jonathan is the founder and CEO of Steel Toe Consulting. He has worked for over two decades in the AEC industry, during which time he has championed technology adoption, modular fabrication, and BIM. Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating and/or review and follow us on our social accounts. Sign up for newsletter Follow us on LinkedIn Bridging the Gap Podcast Website Todd’s LinkedIn   Thank you to our sponsors! Applied Software Applied Software LinkedIn Other Relevant Links: eVolve MEP eVolve MEP LinkedIn Todd’s Thoughts – Taking the Guesswork out of Construction Technology Guest Information: Jonathan Marsh LinkedIn

As someone in the construction industry, do you feel like there are too many issues and too little success when it comes to your projects? What if you could cut back mistakes and speed up production time with a VR headset? Join us as we sit down with Mark Petrucci and take a tour of the future. Mark, Director of Construction Services at Applied Software, who is part of the movement that is paving the way for VR in the construction world, has nearly three decades of experience in the AEC industry. His specialties include teaching, management, and consulting. Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating and/or review and follow us on our social accounts. Sign up for newsletter Follow us on LinkedIn Bridging the Gap Podcast Website Todd’s LinkedIn   Thank you to our sponsors! Applied Software Applied Software LinkedIn Other Relevant Links: Project Amelia LiveLab Learning Todd’s Thoughts – Immersion. Revolution. Virtual Reality. Guest Information: Mark Petrucci LinkedIn

Have you noticed a culture shift in sustainability? What might that mean for you? How are you implementing sustainability practices in your firm to rise to the carbon-neutral challenge? Join us for an interview with Simon Whelan of FenestraPro as we discuss the shifts that affect you as well as what you can do to implement sustainability in design. Simon is the founder and COO of FenestraPro. He holds a Master’s degree in Architecture, is a certified LEED Green Associate, and is an expert in Building Performance Analysis. As a software provider, FenestraPro is currently used by large architectural practices worldwide. Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating and/or review and follow us on our social accounts. Sign up for newsletter Follow us on LinkedIn Bridging the Gap Podcast Website Todd’s LinkedIn   Thank you to our sponsors! Applied Software Applied Software LinkedIn Other Relevant Links: Todd’s Thoughts – Are You Rising to the Challenge? LiveLab Learning Guest Information: Simon Whelan LinkedIn More Information on FenestraPro

How do you go about attracting younger people into the trade? How do you change the perception of trade being a dirty job instead of a high potential career? Can you bridge the efficiency gap with software alone? How do you go about training your workforce on technology that they may not be comfortable with? Take a deep dive into our podcast with Brett Stacks and learn how his group of industry leaders is uniting to help the industry thrive! Brett is the Mechanical Segment Manager at eVolve MEP and the Director of Fabrication Services at Applied Software. He is passionate about improving the technologies and processes behind BIM, and his years of experience in the Mechanical field have provided him with knowledge and understanding of the technology, strategy, and development of the MEP industry. Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating and/or review and follow us on our social accounts. Sign up for newsletter Follow us on LinkedIn Bridging the Gap Podcast Website Todd’s LinkedIn   Thank you to our sponsors! Applied Software Applied Software LinkedIn Other Relevant Links: eVolve MEP eVolve MEP LinkedIn What’s Your Perception of a Dirty Job (Todd’s Thoughts) Guest Information: Brett Stacks LinkedIn

Do you know what digital twins and Apollo 13 have in common? How does a digital twin affect collaboration? How will digital twin technology transform the AEC industry over the next 5-10 years? Join us for an interview with Carlos Catalan as we discuss how generative design and digital twin technology are helping to innovate the AEC industry, and learn about the importance of collaboration across project partners. Carlos works with Applied Software. He provides clients with top-notch software training and solutions focusing on Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Fabrication and Manufacturing workflows.  This podcast is brought to you by Applied Software. With solutions for the modern project, Applied Software is on a mission to transform industries by empowering clients and championing innovation with real-world expert consultants. Their comprehensive array of solutions for AEC, MEP and manufacturing has a singular focus – helping you achieve higher performance. Visit asti.com and let them know we sent you. Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating and/or review and follow us on our social accounts. Sign up for newsletter Follow us on LinkedIn Bridging the Gap Podcast Website Todd’s LinkedIn   Thank you to our sponsors! Applied Software Applied Software LinkedIn Other Relevant Links: Definitive Guide to Bluebeam

What do you know about the connection between art and construction? Sharon DeMattia had a vision for We. The people, but she needed some way to illuminate that vision and create a visual representation – she needed clarity. Enter Mark Oden, CEO of BIM Designs Incorporated. Along with the business values of trust and relationships, the BIM Designs company culture encourages community engagement, and that’s where the creative collaboration with DeMattia was born. Two of the company’s BIM designers, Brian Burlbaugh and Ty Christensen, volunteered to take all the “moving parts” of DeMattia’s vision and help create a Revit model of it, including lighting, shading and the way everything would get built. Sharon is trained in research and facilitates multi-sensory art experiences in order to integrate digital and physical spaces, cultivate trust, and open creative spaces. Mark is a Cisco Pioneer Award winner and Best of Interop Finalist for his work as Product Manager for the WebEx and Media Services Interface integration. He specializes in key focus areas of Android, Mobility, Software as a Service, Video, Collaboration, and Unified Communications. Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating and/or review and follow us on our social accounts. Sign up for newsletter Follow us on LinkedIn Bridging the Gap Podcast Website Todd’s LinkedIn   Thank you to our sponsors! Applied Software Applied Software LinkedIn Other Relevant Links: eVolve MEP eVolve MEP LinkedIn Cloud Collaboration eBook Guest Information: BIM Designs, Inc. The Human Innerface

Have you been wondering what the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) has been up to lately? Have you ever wondered what tech and Legos have in common? Where do these two subjects meet in the middle? Find out in our interview with MCAA “Geek” Sean McGuire, wherein we discuss how Sean is bringing machine reviews to your doorstep in 2020. Sean is the Director of Innovative Technologies at MCAA, where he has worked for nearly two decades. He works as primary staff liason with a number of committees and councils in order to research, develop, produce, and organize relevant content and education. Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating and/or review and follow us on our social accounts. Sign up for newsletter Follow us on LinkedIn Bridging the Gap Podcast Website Todd’s LinkedIn   Thank you to our sponsors! Applied Software Applied Software LinkedIn Other Relevant Links: eVolve MEP eVolve MEP LinkedIn Guest Information: MCAA

Tired of parenting your database? Do you wish there was another way that would take up less of your time? So did Plant 3D guru, David Wolfe. Join us as we discuss the benefits of automation. Maybe it’ll be a fit for you, too! David is the Director of the Manufacturing Technology Group at Applied Software. He develops sales and technical software for Autodesk products, and he strives toward growth in the plant and manufacturing industry. Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating and/or review and follow us on our social accounts. Sign up for newsletter Follow us on LinkedIn Bridging the Gap Podcast Website Todd’s LinkedIn   Thank you to our sponsors! Applied Software Applied Software LinkedIn Other Relevant Links: Applied Software's Guide to Plant 3D LiveLab Learning Guest Information: David Wolfe LinkedIn