Technology: Page 25

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    Most organizations remain unprepared for ransomware attacks

    Too many organizations are failing to meet cybersecurity demands. Ransomware attacks abound and humans are still the weakest link.

    By Matt Kapko • Sept. 7, 2022
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    NASA awards $19.4M to advance lunar construction research

    Solar panels will be paramount to establishing permanent settlements on the moon, according to the space agency.

    By • Sept. 6, 2022
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    Trendline

    Construction Technology

    As construction technology continues to evolve, here’s what savvy contractors need to know.

    By Construction Dive staff
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    New Releases

    New and updated software that contractors should know about

    Software isn't always sexy, but it can address critical aspects of construction, like safety and project management.

    By • Sept. 2, 2022
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    How reality capture tech helped Columbia align 60,000 feet of pipe

    An Avvir program let the Massachusetts contractor save three days of inspection, analysis and reporting a week.

    By • Aug. 31, 2022
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    Q&A // ConTech Conversations

    ConTech Conversations: Tech has a ‘common language’ in every industry, says new Procore exec

    Steve Davis brings decades of experience at companies like VRBO and Expedia to the construction industry.

    By • Aug. 31, 2022
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    Suffolk breaks ground on life sciences project in NYC

    The New York City metro area leads the nation in jobs and funding in life sciences, beating out industry powerhouses like San Francisco and Boston.

    By • Aug. 25, 2022
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    Chip maker warnings rattle Wall Street, but not construction

    While semiconductor manufacturers fret about the consumer market, plenty of demand remains in other sectors, analysts say.

    By • Aug. 25, 2022
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    DOE to support development of ‘next-generation cyber tools’ to protect grid

    The agency announced $45 million will be available for up to 15 “next-generation” cybersecurity research, development and demonstration projects.

    By Robert Walton • Aug. 24, 2022
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    Global construction robot market value to triple by 2030

    Leaders in the space include Apis Cor and Dusty Robotics, according to a new report.

    By • Aug. 24, 2022
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    6 of the summer’s top contech funding rounds

    Contech continues to reel in funding, even as a recession looms.

    By • Aug. 24, 2022
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    How attackers are breaking into organizations

    Threat actors lean heavily on phishing attacks, vulnerabilities in software and containers, and stolen credentials, according to top cyber vendor research.

    By Matt Kapko • Aug. 17, 2022
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    Safety tech boosts productivity, contractors say

    AI-based data analysis is revolutionizing both safety and efficiency across construction sites.

    By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Aug. 17, 2022
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    Report: More than half of construction firms are plagued by inefficient workflows

    Foundry study digs into digital tools and workflow automation in construction project management.

    Aug. 15, 2022
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    Procore to expand into fintech services, CEO says

    The company’s new system would purchase materials for subcontractors, securing payment against the property itself using lien rights.

    By • Aug. 10, 2022
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    Katerra factory buyer acquires Pennsylvania modular facility, targets multifamily construction

    Volumetric Building’s new factory will create prefab units for construction projects in major markets in the Northeast, such as Philadelphia, New York City and Washington, D.C.

    By • Aug. 10, 2022
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    PCL Construction’s solar division has its eye on the sky

    The company’s solar work is thriving, and an executive said it will be a large part of its strategy going forward.

    By • Aug. 5, 2022
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    Amazon slows network expansion in response to cooling customer demand

    The e-commerce giant estimates 40% of its capital investments this year will go toward warehouses and transportation capacity, down from 55% in 2021.

    By Max Garland • Aug. 4, 2022
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    Q&A

    Code updates, sustainability spur mass timber’s US adoption

    Nordic Structures’ David Croteau said demand for CLT is growing as companies like Google, Microsoft and Facebook seek to reduce their carbon footprints.

    By • Aug. 3, 2022
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    CHIPS Act passes House, secures $52B for semiconductor industry

    Several massive manufacturing-related construction projects are depending on the act in order to move forward.

    By , • July 28, 2022
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    Tech giants plan to spend billions to construct new plants, data centers

    Clients like Samsung, Panasonic and Google eye massive U.S. projects in coming years.

    July 27, 2022
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    Cemex Ventures invests in 3D-printing tech for building

    3D-printing firm Cobod said its proprietary mix can adapt normal cement to the specifications needed to print buildings.

    By • July 27, 2022
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    DOE awards $39M for tech that would enable buildings to store carbon

    The funding for 18 projects is part of the Energy Department’s push to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency.

    By • July 20, 2022
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    Procore, Amazon Web Services partner on digital twin technology

    The integration and data sharing deal will allow users to upload real-time data to the Procore management hub.

    By • July 20, 2022
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    Q&A

    Relax. Construction Simulator video game takes the stress out of building, CEO says.

    Weltenbauer, the game’s developer, brought on actual construction workers as consultants on the project.

    By • July 18, 2022
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    So much data, so little visibility: addressing project management challenges

    Solving project management challenges is easier than you realize. Your data visibility is the key.

    July 18, 2022