Technology
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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 -
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Teleo among Deere's 2021 Startup Collaborator program
The company retrofits construction equipment for remote operation on jobsites, which the startup says makes them safer.
By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 17, 2021 -
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Warehouse design moves toward tech-driven flexibility
Given the rapid shift toward e-commerce during the COVID-19 pandemic, retailers want warehouses that can quickly adapt to changing situations.
By Gary Wollenhaupt • Feb. 17, 2021 -
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Purdue University's concrete sensors target faster build times
The patent-pending technology designed by Purdue engineers looks to verify concrete's maturity without extensive offsite testing.
By Construction Dive Staff • Feb. 10, 2021 -
Construction industry takes first step toward comprehensive US BIM standard
A recent National Institute of Building Sciences roundtable included executives from Autodesk, Bentley, WSP and HDR, as well as leaders from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Federal Highway Administration.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 10, 2021 -
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Opinion2020's data can help construction firms succeed in 2021
Before creating a strategy for the year ahead, it’s important to take a look back and evaluate your projects and teams from the year before. Here are five metrics to consider.
By Michel Richer • Feb. 03, 2021 -
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Feds approve drone flights outside human sight line
The FAA-approved American Robotics' drone has technology that keeps it a safe distance from other aircraft.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 26, 2021 -
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Amazon to construct 5 Detroit-area facilities in 2021
One of the fulfillment centers coming to Michigan will use robotics for helping workers pick, pack and ship smaller items.
By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 20, 2021 -
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San Francisco nonprofits collaborate on VR-based construction training
The program, which employs Oculus headsets for a real-world experience, is aimed at attracting young adults to construction careers.
By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 13, 2021 -
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Former Tesla director joins modular developer iBUILT
Gonzalo Gonzalez, who led manufacturing and engineering at Tesla, is joining the design-build-operate company as chief manufacturing officer.
By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 13, 2021 -
Construction app usage increases despite continued lack of integration
The average number of applications a construction worker uses on the job is growing, although many of the apps still don't share data, according to JBKnowledge's 2020 ConTech Report.
By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 06, 2021 -
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Sponsored by monday.comCOVID-19 calls for digital transformation, now more than ever
Construction-related companies will continue to be at risk of not keeping to strict schedules and budgets due in part to outmoded workflow practices and processes.
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How 5 chains are designing restaurants for a digital future
From McDonald's to Chipotle, limited-service brands are spending big on drive-thru, drive-in and pickup technology to grow revenue as the contactless experience becomes king. Here’s a breakdown of their designs.
By Emma Liem Beckett , Julie Littman • Dec. 16, 2020 -
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Balfour Beatty, Lendlease announce carbon-cutting initiatives
The contractors will be implementing new technologies and practices in Europe to begin reducing their carbon footprints.
By Zachary Phillips • Dec. 16, 2020 -
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Sponsored by Triax TechnologiesAECOM Tishman is raising the bar for safety and productivity
Wearable technology is helping top general contractors protect their workers by improving safety and visibility on site.
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Report: Pandemic has accelerated contech adoption
The construction industry in 2020 adopted in one year what would have normally taken three, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to real estate services firm JLL.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 09, 2020 -
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Smartvid.io receives $5M in funding
The AI-fueled safety platform has raised a total of $21 million, and is using more data to help contractors understand COVID-19 practices.
By Zachary Phillips • Dec. 09, 2020 -
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Sponsored by Trimble ProjectSightBridging the gap between 2D drawings and 3D models
Overcome the shortcomings of 2D drawings by making the transition to using 3D models in the field.
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Despite coronavirus pandemic, funding flows to contech firms
The sector is on track to experience 56% year-over-year growth in 2020. Here's a roundup of the latest recipients of 2020's contech funding surge.
By Joe Bousquin • Dec. 02, 2020 -
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It's official: Video call fatigue is real
An overload of meetings has been a workplace problem for many years, one now exacerbated by having to conduct most meetings virtually, a study finds.
By Aman Kidwai • Dec. 02, 2020 -
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Cemex Ventures announces 10 finalists in construction tech startup competition
The cement manufacturer will host a virtual event for the winners to pitch their products to potential investors.
By Zachary Phillips • Dec. 02, 2020 -
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Sponsored by EsriGIS and BIM interoperability brings great value to AEC professionals
CAD, BIM, and GIS data must be woven together to address the big problems AEC professionals strive to solve.
