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All signs point to a 'growing appetite' for digital twins
Implementation is expected to increase 36% over the next five years, according to a new report. But one expert cautions against falling for the "hype.”
By Cailin Crowe • June 15, 2022 -
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Sponsored by TrimbleCivil engineer and contractor build 3D digital bridge with Trimble model collaboration platform
National Design Firm WSB bridges the design-to-construction digital gap on Highway 169 Redefine.
June 6, 2022 -
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UK prefab design company targets US expansion
Bryden Wood's "kit-of-parts" approach leverages components that are similar on each project while also providing opportunities for customization.
By Sebastian Obando • May 25, 2022 -
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Sponsored by QuickbaseThe 5 benefits of lean construction practices
Lean construction benefits customers, your business and the environment. Learn how that's possible.
May 2, 2022 -
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Robots can revolutionize the modular building industry
Autovol CEO Rick Murdock said at the World of Modular conference this week that automation will continue to take up more of his company's production.
By Sebastian Obando • April 27, 2022 -
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Earth Day groundbreaking for world's largest wildlife crossing
The landbridge will provide animals a passage to cross the 10-lane Highway 101 in California.
By Matthew Thibault • April 22, 2022 -
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Clark leverages field data, sustainable material in HQ2 build
The contractor is employing mass timber, low-carbon concrete and technology to build Amazon's second headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.
By Matthew Thibault • April 13, 2022 -
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Procore integrates with embodied carbon calculator to aid contractor sustainability goals
Users can identify the environmental impacts of their building materials in order to shave off excess pollution in their projects.
By Matthew Thibault • April 13, 2022 -
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Seattle Airport's Concourse C expansion inspired by nature
Turner is building the four new floors, which will cost up to $500 million.
By Julie Strupp • April 5, 2022 -
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Sponsored by DIRTTTrauma-informed design is changing the education space — here's what that means for the built environment
An innovative design approach that reshapes learning environments to create a welcoming space that promotes both healing and well-being.
April 4, 2022 -
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Sarcos acquires RE2 Robotics, positions for expansion
On top of its construction and manufacturing presence, Sarcos said the deal will enable it to reach other markets.
By Matthew Thibault • March 30, 2022 -
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Q&AConsigli prefab director: 'You don't want it to feel like you're recreating the wheel'
The Boston-based general contractor wants to use more offsite techniques in its projects to boost efficiency.
By Sebastian Obando • March 30, 2022 -
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Deep DiveWhy modular has not clicked in commercial construction
Offsite building techniques should be a boon for the industry, but modular's market share in North America is under 6%. Why?
By Sebastian Obando • March 23, 2022 -
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Utah's tallest high-rise project under construction
The 372-unit Astra Tower, a luxury apartment building developed by Kensington Investment Co., is set to open in 2024.
By Mary Salmonsen • March 18, 2022 -
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Contractors selected to rebuild collapsed Pennsylvania bridge
PennDOT has fast-tracked work to replace the Fern Hollow bridge, which fell while President Joe Biden visited the area to promote infrastructure funding.
By Matthew Thibault • March 17, 2022 -
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MIT research team uses 3D scans to repurpose wood scraps
Irregular lumber is usually discarded. Utilizing it in structures is part of a growing wave of eco-friendly building.
By Matthew Thibault • March 16, 2022 -
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Lendlease Chicago high-rise employs low-carbon concrete
The new mix uses 60% less Portland cement and could last 30 years longer than conventional concrete, according to its creators.
By Katie Pyzyk • March 15, 2022 -
Feds give U of Kansas $500K toward tech-powered bridge research
Using computational simulations and high-tech facilities, researchers will examine the potential of ultra-high toughness steel and more to prevent disastrous breaks.
By Matthew Thibault • March 9, 2022 -
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Orlando emphasizes 'wow factor' in digital twin project
Unlike many other cities' digital twins, the project will map the entire 40-square-mile metro region.
By Jason Plautz • March 2, 2022 -
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Ukraine war 'likely to have multiple effects' on materials prices
Inflation is casting shadows over how much the $1.2 trillion in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act can ultimately accomplish.
By Joe Bousquin • March 1, 2022 -
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NASA grants $6M for technology geared toward building on the moon
This wave of research funding focuses on robotics, mining and cold-resistant tech studies from three universities.
By Matthew Thibault • Feb. 23, 2022 -
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LaGuardia Airport tops off $4B terminal renovation with completed skybridge
The NYC project is the largest public-private aviation partnership in U.S. history and marks a new chapter for the notoriously outdated airport.
By George Kevin Jordan • Feb. 22, 2022 -
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Stars align to hoist historic Times Square theater for mixed-use project
A developer is lifting the Palace Theatre three stories to make way for new shops underneath.
By Matthew Thibault • Feb. 18, 2022 -
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Populous designs sole permanent venue for 2022 Olympics
The "Ice Ribbon" speed skating arena seats 12,000 and will serve as a winter sports hub in Beijing after the Games end.
By Matthew Thibault • Feb. 14, 2022 -
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Sponsored by PCL ConstructionWorld Cup Construction: PCL Construction experts share what prospective host stadiums should know
How to construct a stadium ready to host a global event.
By Lewis Kelly • Feb. 7, 2022
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