b'labour costs, faster construction speeds, We see a lot of potential for this technology.minimized waste and greater flexibilityin design.It provides a number of efficiencies overMAKING SPACE FOR INNOVATIONBringing 3D construction printing to traditional methods, including reduced labourManitoba is a challenging venture for Gardon Construction and its partners. Aside from requiring a substantial costs, faster construction speeds, minimizedinitial investment in 3D-printing technologies, the move means waste and greater flexibility in design. navigating a steep learning curve and staying in alignment with building - Jeff Olafson regulations. To lay the foundation, Gardon Construction has established its G.I.R.D. innovation research and development division to create the necessary research, development and workforce training needed, and is collaborating with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance. And, to make the most of its investments, the company is working with its 3D printing partners at NeoADMC 3D and Alquist 3D to optimize the cost-effectiveness ofits technologies.Moreover, says Olafson, To accommodate this new venture, our team has expanded to include international specialists in material science and development: Dr. Asia Shvarzman, Ph.D., a recognizedexpert in the areas of low-carbon construction materials andtechnologies, and Raj Charaniya, whois leading our architectural, computational design and industrial robotic automation programming.Gardon Constructions physical spaces have also evolved to accommodate the new venture. The company has established a research, training and testing facility located in Steele Business Park, in the heart of CentrePort Canada, North Americas largest trimodal inland port. The facility allows the team to research, design, simulate and test all its 3D prints and innovations to ensure they can be seamlessly integrated into the companys existing construction business model.204-661-1055 SCALING UP1820 DeVries Ave. In the beginning, Gardon Construction Winnipeg, MB only planned to introduce 3D construction technology to Manitobas commercial construction market. PRODUCTS FOR THE INDUSTRY Emboldened by its early success, however, the company is now joining with numerous North American and www.springhilllumber.com global partners to take its innovation to the international stage.42 BUILD MANITOBAwinnipegconstruction.ca'