Inside Modular: The Podcast of Commercial Modular Construction
81 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago -Inside Modular is the official podcast of the Modular Building Institute, the Voice of Commercial Modular Construction. This series will highlight industry news and trends, include conversations with industry thought-leaders, and discuss the advantages of modular building construction.
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Constructing an Award-Winning Mixed-Use Firehouse Inside a National Reserve w/ Modular Genius
April 22, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Modular Genius president Damon Pross joins the podcast to discuss their recent award-winning mixed-use firehouse and community center. Set in the Pinelands of New Jersey, Modular Genius was challenged to build this structure within the legal and aesthetic confines of the Pinelands National Reserve. See their online case study here. Damon also speaks about the advantages of using regional purchasing cooperatives to improve the materials procurement process. Support...
Making the Case for Modular System Integration w/ The Cornerstone Collective
April 14, 2021 18:00 - 14 minutes - 9.66 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode of Inside Modular, Suzie Hall, founder and president of The Cornerstone Collective, explains the idea of modular system integration. She also discusses the importance of communication during the modular construction process and some of the current misconceptions of modular construction. Support the Show.
The Evolution and Future of Modular Showers w/ Roman Ltd.
March 04, 2021 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, David Osborne, CEO of UK-based Roman Ltd., speaks about the growth of the international modular shower industry, how modular showers themselves have evolved, and the trends that will define the industry over the next few years. Support the Show.
The Challenge—And Value—Of Proper Modular Window Installation w/ WinTech
February 23, 2021 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode of Inside Modular, Chesney Beck, WinTech's vice president of sales and engineering, joins the show to discuss the challenges of proper window installation during modular construction and preview their new Modular Installation Certification. This certification—and free service of WinTech—was created to bring help modular manufacturers install windows correctly and consistently and will be officially introduced at the upcoming 2021 World of Modular. S...
Success in Salt Lake City: How the Adoption of New Modular Construction Standards in Utah Could Affect the Entire Country
February 17, 2021 17:00 - 10 minutes - 7.5 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, MBI's Government Affairs Director Jon Hannah-Spacagna shares breaking news about the adoption of new modular-friendly building standards in Salt Lake City. He also speaks about how this news could affect other cities and states around the country. Lastly, Jon provides an update on other government affairs initiatives and previews his panel presentation at the upcoming 2021 World of Modular. Support the Show.
The Potential of Automation in the Modular Construction Industry w/ Brave Control Solutions
February 09, 2021 16:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Inside Modular, Brent McPhail, founder and CEO of Brave Control Solutions, talks about the role that automation can play in the modular manufacturing process, its current limits and best uses, and its potential for the future. He also discusses the process that manufacturers can use to bring automated processes into their factories. Support the Show.
Previewing the 2021 World of Modular Conference & Tradeshow
January 26, 2021 20:00 - 11 minutes - 8.07 MBSend us a Text Message. Welcome to the second season of Inside Modular! In this episode, Tom Hardiman, executive director of the Modular Building Institute, joins the podcast to talk about the upcoming 2021 World of Modular. Scheduled for March 8-12, this year's World of Modular promises to have more speakers and more opportunities for learning than ever before. For those interested in the show, this episode is a must-listen! Support the Show.
Embracing Modular As Design Professionals w/ Fugleberg Koch
December 10, 2020 13:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode of Inside Modular, Principal Gary Badge and Senior Designer Manny Lamarche of Winter Park, Florida-based design firm Fugleberg Koch talk about FK's future and their recent inclusion of modular design into their portfolio. Gary and Manny identify the biggest factor they had to consider when designing a modular building, and they also discuss the perceived barriers that design professionals may come up against when switching to modular design. Support...
Affordable Housing, Part 3: Exploring Canada's New Rapid Housing Initiative w/ Nomodic
November 12, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode of Inside Modular, Kevin Read, President & CEO of Nomodic, talks about the founding and growth of the company and about how the recently launched Rapid Housing Initiative by the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation is quickly changing the affordable housing landscape in Canada. Support the Show.
Affordable Housing, Part 2: Modular Housing Construction w/ Horizon North Logistics
November 05, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MBSend us a Text Message. In this second part of our series on affordable housing, Rhys Kane and Brock Elliot from Horizon North join the podcast to discuss the advantages of the modular construction process and details about the affordable housing projects Horizon North is building all over Canada. Support the Show.
Affordable Housing, Part 1: Modular Housing Design w/ AO Architects
October 29, 2020 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, RC Alley, partner at AO Architects in Southern California, joins the podcast to talk about the value of collaboration, the importance of finding an affordable housing solution, and how affordable modular housing projects can be designed to stand out or blend in with any aesthetic. Support the Show.
Case Studies of Modular School Projects w/ Innovative Modular Solutions
October 16, 2020 19:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, Rob Gillingham and Bob Spista from Innovative Modular Solutions talk about how well-suited modular construction is for schools and, specifically, two projects on which they recently worked: a modular expansion of a traditionally-built primary school and a completely modular, phase-built high school. Support the Show.
MBI Government Affairs Update, October 2020
October 08, 2020 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.32 MBSend us a Text Message. Jon Hannah-Spacagna, Government Affairs Director for the Modular Building Institute, joins the podcast to provide an update on MBI's behind-the-scenes work to remove legislative barriers and strengthen the foundation of commercial modular construction in North America. Support the Show.
The "RISE" of Modular Construction in the Upper Midwest w/ RISE Modular
September 22, 2020 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.83 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode of Inside Modular, Christian Lawrence, founder and CEO of RISE Modular in Minneapolis, talks about the creation of RISE, meeting demand in the Upper Midwest, the value of wood-based construction, modular construction's role in affordable housing, and the future of the industry. Support the Show.
A Closer Look at the Offsite Construction Expo
September 01, 2020 20:00 - 12 minutes - 8.29 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, MBI's Business Development Director Dave Sikora joins the podcast to talk about MBI's continuing sponsorship of the Offsite Construction Expo. The Expos will be all virtual for 2020, so Dave discusses what attendees can expect and why MBI sees such value in its sponsorship. Support the Show.
Architectural Design for Modular w/ Lowney Architecture
August 25, 2020 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.38 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode of Inside Modular, Nick Gomez, studio director at Lowney Architecture, calls in to talk about designing for modular buildings and the advantages for architects. Support the Show.
Hybrid Modular Construction w/ Stack Modular
August 11, 2020 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, Jim Dunn, president and founder of Stack Modular, calls in to the podcast to discuss the advantages of steel-framed modules, the advantages of operating factories and facilities in China, "hybrid modular construction," and Stack's just-completed hotel project in California. Support the Show.
Episode 05: Hybrid Modular Construction w/ Stack Modular
August 11, 2020 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBIn this episode, Jim Dunn, president and founder of Stack Modular, calls in to the podcast to discuss the advantages of steel-framed modules, "hybrid modular construction," and Stack's just-completed hotel project in California.
Container-Based Modular Buildings w/ CRATE Modular
July 28, 2020 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, Amanda Gattenby, Vice President of Development at CRATE Modular joins the podcast to talk about all the possibilities of ISO container-based modular construction as well as some specific projects that CRATE is working on in Southern California. Support the Show.
Inside Modular, Episode 04: Container-Based Modular Buildings
July 28, 2020 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this episode, Amanda Gattenby, Vice President of Development at CRATE Modular joins the podcast to talk about all the possibilities of container-based modular construction as well as some specific projects that CRATE is working on in Southern California.
Episode 04: Container-Based Modular Buildings w/ CRATE Modular
July 28, 2020 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this episode, Amanda Gattenby, Vice President of Development at CRATE Modular joins the podcast to talk about all the possibilities of container-based modular construction as well as some specific projects that CRATE is working on in Southern California.
Modular Triage Units for COVID-19 w/ HHI Corporation
July 21, 2020 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, MBI marketing director John McMullen talks with Cliff Hokanson, Executive VP of HHI Corporation, about HHI's new Mobile Triage Units. Cliff walks listeners through the layout of the units, describes their functions, and talks about the requirements for building modular healthcare facilities. Support the Show.
Inside Modular, Episode 03: Modular Triage Units for COVID-19
July 21, 2020 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBIn this episode, MBI marketing director John McMullen talks with Cliff Hokanson, Executive VP of HHI Corporation, about HHI's new Mobile Triage Units. Cliff walks listeners through the layout of the units, describes their functions, and talks about the requirements for building modular healthcare facilities.
Episode 03: Modular Triage Units for COVID-19 w/ HHI Corporation
July 21, 2020 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBIn this episode, MBI marketing director John McMullen talks with Cliff Hokanson, Executive VP of HHI Corporation, about HHI's new Mobile Triage Units. Cliff walks listeners through the layout of the units, describes their functions, and talks about the requirements for building modular healthcare facilities.
Episode 02: Structural Engineering for Modular Buildings w/ Innovative Structural Engineering
July 14, 2020 19:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBThis episode features Landon Boucher and Shawn Lothrop from Innovative Structural Engineers. They join John McMullen, marketing director at MBI, to discuss the field of structural engineering and the value that designing for modular buildings can have for structural engineers.
Structural Engineering for Modular Buildings w/ Innovative Structural Engineering
July 14, 2020 19:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBSend us a Text Message. This episode features Landon Boucher and Shawn Lothrop from Innovative Structural Engineers. They join John McMullen, marketing director at MBI, to discuss the field of structural engineering and the value that designing for modular buildings can have for structural engineers. Support the Show.
Inside Modular, Episode 02: Structural Engineering for Modular Buildings
July 14, 2020 19:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBThis episode features Landon Boucher and Shawn Lothrop from Innovative Structural Engineers. They join John McMullen, marketing director at MBI, to discuss the field of structural engineering and the value that designing for modular buildings can have for structural engineers.
Inside Modular, Episode 01: Previewing the Modular Building Institute's 2020 Annual Reports
June 25, 2020 18:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBExecutive Director Tom Hardiman and Marketing Director John McMullen discuss the upcoming industry reports and preview the July/August 2020 issue of MBI's Modular Advantage magazine.
Episode 01: Previewing the Modular Building Institute's 2020 Annual Reports
June 25, 2020 18:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBExecutive Director Tom Hardiman and Marketing Director John McMullen discuss the upcoming industry reports and preview the July/August 2020 issue of MBI's Modular Advantage magazine.
Previewing the Modular Building Institute's 2020 Annual Reports
June 25, 2020 18:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBSend us a Text Message. Executive Director Tom Hardiman and Marketing Director John McMullen discuss the upcoming industry reports and preview the July/August 2020 issue of MBI's Modular Advantage magazine. Support the Show.
Inside Modular series teaser
June 23, 2020 18:00 - 30 seconds - 392 KBSend us a Text Message. Welcome to Inside Modular: THE podcast of commercial modular construction. Join us for regular news and insights into the modular construction industry. Brought to you by the Modular Building Institute. Support the Show.