Technology
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JobSiteCare
Sponsored by JobSiteCareJobSiteCare and Moss Construction are raising the bar for pandemic workforce health
What we learned it takes to manage COVID-19 within a workforce.
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Infotech
Sponsored by InfotechStruggling to create buy-in for new construction tech? Five ways thinking small can help.
Our industry often struggles to adopt new tech. Starting small helps leaders introduce big change.
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Robotics firm Sarcos to go public via $1.3B financing deal
Showcasing both the rising popularity of exoskeletons in industrial use and SPAC financing on Wall Street, the company said it will walk away with $496 million in proceeds to fund its operations.
By Construction Dive Editors • April 14, 2021 -
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Software companies develop following tech for Boston Dynamics' robot dog
Trimble and Piaggio Fast Forward teamed up on a new software module attached to a robot that recognizes and follows humans.
By Zachary Phillips • April 14, 2021 -
Briq launches first payment, rewards card for construction
BriqCash lets contractors automate invoice processing, manage vendors and make direct payments that earn cash back and rewards.
By Jenn Goodman • April 14, 2021 -
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High-tech machines take skyscraper construction safety to new heights
Two major tall building projects — one in New York City and the other in Dubai — benefited from technology that helps speed construction and keep employees safe while working hundreds of feet above the ground.
By Jenn Goodman • April 07, 2021 -
Online map showcases construction-related careers in booming green sector
The tool was designed to help workers research jobs and advancement paths in the green building field.
By Jenn Goodman • April 07, 2021 -
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Sponsored by Oracle Construction and EngineeringHow predictive AI will curb construction risk and improve decision-making
What if you could predict risks long before they threaten your projects? Developments in AI offer new levels of active project intelligence.
By Karthik Venkatasubramanian, VP of data and analytics at Oracle Construction and Engineering • April 05, 2021 -
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Meet the vertical automated grocery store
Coming soon to cities across the country, Boston-based Urbx's futuristic stores will cost between $5 million and $7 million but will have lower real estate costs and higher e-commerce productivity than traditional groceries.
By Jeff Wells • March 31, 2021 -
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UK high-speed rail project uses decommissioned wind turbines to reinforce concrete
HS2’s joint venture, which includes Skanska, is swapping steel rebar for recycled turbine blades.
By Zachary Phillips • March 31, 2021 -
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Microsoft executive appointed head of national BIM committee
Salla Eckhardt has also worked in VDC and technology-related roles at Seattle-area construction firms Hoffman Construction and Sellen Construction.
By Jenn Goodman • March 31, 2021 -
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4 innovations shaping infrastructure construction
These technology-based techniques can help civil contractors do their work safely and in less time.
By Jenn Goodman • March 24, 2021 -
Tech 101: 5G networks in construction
The reality still trails the hype, but this wireless communication technology's advantages for construction are clear.
By Joe Bousquin • March 17, 2021 -
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Sponsored by Autodesk Construction Cloud™Tips and tricks of the trade on innovation from leading specialty contractors
The demand for specialty contractors continues to grow as general contractors and owners look for specialists in plumbing, electrical work, welding, and more to bring their projects to life.
By Grace Ellis, Content Marketing Manager & Editor in Chief, Autodesk Construction Solutions • March 15, 2021 -
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Women in construction push for more inclusive terminology
Founded by two women, software company Bridgit has partnered with Ledcor to challenge others in the industry to use gender-inclusive language.
By Zachary Phillips • March 12, 2021 -
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Procore IPO is back on
After delays brought on by the coronavirus, the construction management software provider has amended its filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
By Zachary Phillips • March 10, 2021 -
ASCE webinar addresses infrastructure resiliency, technology
"Technology is giving us more tools today than you can possibly imagine to do infrastructure assessment," said a panelist at a recent American Society of Civil Engineers webinar.
By Kim Slowey • March 10, 2021 -
8 contech firms receive investor funding
Companies such as Built Technologies, Versatile and DroneDeploy have benefited from an increase in investments in construction technology.
By Zachary Phillips • March 10, 2021 -
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Kraft Heinz pilots recycled plastic packaging for roofs
If the post-consumer plastic boards being tested on two factories work well, the food processing company says it may someday be able to repair its facilities with packaging from the products it makes.
By Megan Poinski • March 03, 2021 -
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3D-printed building facade offers insulative properties
A Tennessee-based credit union partnered with Branch Technology to create a unique lightweight exterior design that uses 20 times less material, according to the manufacturer.
By Joe Bousquin • March 03, 2021 -
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New DPR facility will promote prefab research and technology
The 75,000-square-foot facility in North Carolina will be used for workforce development, client mock-ups and prefabrication testing.
By Kim Slowey • March 03, 2021 -
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AECOM, Ferrovial to develop Florida vertiport network
The stations for electric aircraft that take off and land vertically will be built in major population centers in the state.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 24, 2021 -
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In $1B deal, Autodesk acquires water infrastructure software firm Innovyze
The California-based software maker also launched a digital twin program that it wants AEC professionals to beta test.
By Jenn Goodman • Feb. 24, 2021 -
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Boldt Co. unveils modular COVID-19 vaccination unit
The Wisconsin contractor's new VaxMod units are designed to provide rapid vaccine administration to walk-in and drive-thru patients.
By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 18, 2021 -
Built Technologies lands $88M in funding to ease construction financing
Since its founding in 2015, the Tennessee firm has grown to include 125 lenders and manage over $68 billion of annual construction spending.
By Joe Bousquin • Feb. 17, 2021
