AI Labs
Artificial intelligence for construction and industrial teams
Hustro AI Labs explores how AI can transform everyday work on construction sites and in industrial facilities. We build, test and refine AI prototypes with real construction teams – and share what works.
The idea
Built with construction teams, tested on real projects
At Hustro, we have spent years working alongside construction companies, property developers and industrial operators – helping them digitise and automate their processes. Every implementation teaches us something new. We have built dozens of AI prototypes, tested them in the field, iterated and refined them.
Now we want to share what we have learned. Explore what artificial intelligence can do for your construction business – and see how it changes everyday work on site.
AI prototypes
Three AI tools built for construction
Practical AI tools built and tested with real construction teams. Each prototype solves a specific industry problem and is ready for further development and integration.
Automatic Quantity Takeoff
AI analysis of construction drawings (PDF, CAD, BIM) – automatic element recognition and material quantity calculation. Cut estimating time by up to 80% and eliminate manual takeoff errors.
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Automatic Issue Descriptions
AI analysis of site photos – automatic defect recognition, issue classification and description generation. Register a defect in seconds without typing a single word.
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Document Comparison
AI-powered comparison of drawing revisions, material submittals and specifications – automatic detection of discrepancies between project requirements and delivered materials.
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Want to roll out AI in your company?
Beyond the prototypes, we run training, roll out Claude and build AI agents tailored to your processes.
Benefits
What AI delivers for construction teams
Technology gives you capabilities you can use to build a real competitive advantage on site and in the office.
Time savings on repetitive tasks
Elimination of time-consuming manual work. AI processes in minutes what would take a person hours – quantity takeoffs, defect descriptions, document comparisons.
Fewer errors, lower rework costs
Automation of error-prone processes reduces mistakes by up to 40% in automated areas. Fewer errors means fewer corrections, fewer disputes and lower project costs.
Scalability without extra headcount
Increase output without proportionally increasing costs. One AI system handles a growing volume of tasks – across more sites, more projects, more teams.
Teams focused on what matters
Site managers and engineers focus on decisions and supervision instead of paperwork, data entry and manual report generation.
Better use of project data
AI extracts actionable insights from large volumes of construction data – drawings, defect records, inspection results – that would otherwise remain unused.
Competitive advantage
Companies using AI in construction move faster, make fewer mistakes and win more bids than competitors who still rely on manual processes.
Testimonials
Training that made AI part of everyday work
“Today Claude is a tool we use regularly in our daily work.”
The training delivered by Hustro showed us how to use Claude across different areas of our daily work. A big advantage was that the training was based on our real processes and industry examples, so we could put what we learned into practice straight away.
Knowledge
Articles about AI
We share knowledge, observations and results of our research to inspire growth.
ArticleArtificial intelligence in construction health & safety – Part 1
AI in construction H&S – from compliance monitoring to hazard prediction.
Read →Case studyP. Homes: Claude training that turned AI into everyday practice
P. Homes, part of the Pekabex group, completed Hustro training on using Claude in daily work – from document analysis to automating repetitive tasks.
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How to get access to Hustro AI Labs
Get in touch
Fill in the contact form and tell us about your construction business, your team size and the processes you want to improve with AI.
Discovery call
We discuss your specific challenges and identify which AI prototype best fits your workflow and project type.
Prototype setup
We configure the AI prototype for your data — your drawings, your defect types, your document formats.
Testing on a real project
You test the prototype on a live construction project with your team. We support you throughout and gather feedback.
Results and next steps
We analyse results together and plan next steps — further development, integration with Hustro or a wider rollout.
Try Hustro AI Labs on your construction project
Our AI prototypes are available for select clients and partners. Get in touch and we will find the right prototype for your team and project type.
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Tomasz Jones
Digitalisation Specialist
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Hustro AI Labs?
Hustro AI Labs is our research and innovation programme exploring how artificial intelligence can transform everyday work on construction sites and in industrial facilities. We build AI prototypes, test them with real construction teams and share what works. AI Labs is separate from the core Hustro platform — it is where we explore what comes next.
What AI prototypes are available in Hustro AI Labs?
Currently three prototypes are available: Automatic Quantity Takeoff (AI reads construction drawings and calculates material quantities), Automatic Issue Descriptions (AI analyses site photos and generates defect descriptions) and Document Comparison (AI detects changes between drawing revisions and document versions). Each prototype solves a specific, high-value problem for construction teams.
Is Hustro AI Labs available to all Hustro clients?
AI Labs prototypes are currently available to select clients and partners who participate in our testing programme. If you are interested in accessing a specific prototype, get in touch via the form on this page — we will assess fit and set up a discovery call to find the right starting point for your team.
How does the AI quantity takeoff work?
You upload a construction drawing in PDF, CAD or BIM format. The AI analyses the drawing, recognises structural and finishing elements and calculates material quantities automatically. The result is a structured quantity takeoff ready for cost estimation — in minutes rather than hours. The prototype is configured for your specific drawing types and project format.
How does the automatic issue description prototype work?
A site team member takes a photo of a defect on their mobile phone. The AI analyses the image, recognises the type of defect, classifies it and generates a structured description — including suggested category, responsible trade and severity. The description is pre-filled in the Hustro defect form, ready to submit in seconds. No typing required.
Will AI Labs features be integrated into the main Hustro platform?
Some features will be integrated — others will remain as standalone tools or be developed further based on client feedback. AI Labs is our way of validating which AI capabilities deliver real value before making them part of the core product. Clients who participate in testing get early access and direct influence over what gets built next.
How is Hustro AI different from other AI tools for construction?
Most AI tools for construction are generic — they are not built around construction workflows, construction data types or the reality of working on site without reliable connectivity. Hustro AI prototypes are built on top of our construction management platform, trained on real construction data and tested with real site teams. They are designed to work within the processes construction companies already use — not to replace them.
