Hardware Podcasts

132: Invention Success in the Construction Industry

Product Startup · 13 Jul 2022 · 21m

What this episode covers

Todd Drouillard, Science and Technology Business leader at architecture firm HED, explains how the construction industry is shifting toward prefabrication and rapid last-mile delivery. He advises inventors to pitch products that reduce labor, increase quality, and simplify installation by integrating multiple components into single, easy-to-install units. Drouillard highlights that successful construction innovations solve specific site problems, such as roof leaks or complex door hardware, by moving assembly from the job site to controlled factory environments.

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early-stage companies

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HED, Amazon, Mako Design + Invent
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Sweets

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