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Smarter Building Podcast Ep.22 - Advancing Safety through Digital Twins

In this special series of the Smarter Building podcast, hosts Nicole & Richard sat down with a few of the fantastic line up of guest speakers live from Symetri's Nordic BIM Summit in Stockholm, Sweden. In the fourth episode of this series, we chat with Jochen Teizer, a professor of Construction Technologies and Director of Construction Automation at the Technology University of Denmark.

Smarter Building Podcast Ep.22 - Advancing Safety through Digital Twins

Jochen Teizer shares his journey into the world of construction safety, inspired by a life changing moment that shaped his career. He dives into the role of digital twins in revolutionising the industry, including how they enable real-time monitoring and risk prevention. Additionally, Jochen explores the benefits of using virtual reality (VR) and gamification in construction safety training. He offers practical examples of how these tools can make training more engaging and effective, boosting efficiency and project outcomes.

Tune into this episode to hear actionable advice for organisations looking to successfully implement these technologies. Jochen's insights are invaluable for advancing safety, efficiency, and overall performance in the construction industry.

The Technology University of Denmark (DTU) is a leading university known for its strong focus on engineering and technology, with a long history of innovation and excellence in research, education, and collaboration with industry. The university offers a wide range of programmes in engineering, natural sciences, and technical fields. With a commitment to addressing global challenges, DTU is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge solutions in areas such as construction automation, renewable energy, and digital technologies.

"Back then, I already said BIM to me is a very static environment. It would probably help a lot of the architectural, engineering and planning firms, but yet it can't stop there. You must enrich the model with real data from the real construction site."

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