5 construction innovations bridging the labor shortage gap

Technological innovations provide the solution needed to combat the labor shortage.

Feb. 28, 2020

Built Robotics releases 1st fully autonomous construction machinery in US

New software allows GPS and LIDAR to work within previously specified locations for excavation work.

By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 26, 2020

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

By Construction Dive staff

AECOM's annual Global Challenge spurs tech innovation among employees

Open to all 56,000 of its staff, the contractor's initiative paves way for winning construction-related technology innovations to come to fruition.

By Jennifer Goodman • Feb. 26, 2020

Cybersecurity expert: All construction data 'is an asset and should be protected'

TalaTek's Johann Dettweiler says contractors often are unaware of the all data they collect, from social security numbers to project plans, and that there are serious legal and financial ramifications if it's exploited. 

By Jennifer Goodman • Feb. 26, 2020

Are you leveraging the full value of your site technology?

At a minimum, there are 5 key areas you should be receiving added value on your jobsite every day.

By Wendi Burke, Vice President Marketing, Sensera Systems • Feb. 25, 2020

Acumatica Summit leadership roundtable: Addressing construction's key industry trends

The 2020 Acumatica Summit, held January 26-31, included numerous resources for construction professionals. This year, the number of attendees from the construction industry tripled from 2019. Those who use or have an interest in using Acumatica Construction Edition were invited to a product tour,...

Feb. 24, 2020

Report: Nearly half of big AEC firms believe they are ahead in tech adoption

Hiring experienced employees and piloting new tech programs can lead to successful initiatives, a Building Design + Construction study finds.

By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 19, 2020

Boston Dynamics showcases robot dog's construction capabilities

The robotics maker has teamed with national contractor HITT to demonstrate how Spot performs on automated and remote-controlled image capture and other tech innovations.

By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 19, 2020

Mechanical, HVAC subcontractors enthusiastic but challenged adopters of BIM

While specialty contractors are sophisticated users of BIM software, their ability to fully leverage modeling technology is hampered by the need for training and skilled manpower among other issues, a Dodge study found.

By Jennifer Goodman • Feb. 19, 2020

ConTech Conversations: ABC's Mike Bellaman

The CEO of ABC shares his thoughts on the best practices for most contractors in the goal of implementing a tangible tech solution.

By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 12, 2020

Clark Construction uses scans, animation to smooth installation of elevated airport walkway

Placing the 780-foot-long pedestrian bridge over an active taxiway at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport was a complex undertaking that required months of planning, high-tech tools and coordination among all stakeholders.

By Jennifer Goodman • Feb. 12, 2020

Truebeck Construction gets a handle on deliveries with app

The contractor used an app on a recent Uber headquarters project for supply chain optimization and said it was able to slash unplanned deliveries to 1%.

By Amy Howell Hirt • Feb. 5, 2020

Komatsu's bulldozer technology eases skilled labor needs

The Japanese construction equipment manufacturer will showcase new products aimed at easing the shortage of skilled dozer drivers at this year's CONEXPO.

By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 5, 2020

Report: 2.7M construction jobs could be automated by 2057

The Midwest Economic Policy Institute study suggests a roadmap for helping workers that are displaced by automation.

By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 5, 2020

AGC Convention & CONEXPO 2020: "How Smart Technology Can Save You Over 100% on Your Parts Costs Each Year."

Today’s savvy contractors are well aware of the critical role parts purchasing and management play in fleet up time. The economics are very complex.  Operating cost associated with parts is very high, but many fall short in creating efficiencies because of the pressures of keeping thei...

Feb. 3, 2020

Spot-r clips helping Gilbane create safer, more efficient jobsites

The construction company and tech manufacturer Triax have worked together for two years to guide the wearable device's development to best meet the contractor's needs.

By Shelley D. Hutchins, LEED-AP • Jan. 29, 2020

5 innovative construction projects from around the world

Innovative projects, such as an underwater restaurant and a stadium that can be dismantled, push the envelope on commercial building.

By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 29, 2020

Seattle's Rainier Square tower proving ground for reinforced concrete core alternative

The SpeedCore system allowed crews to top out the building in about half the scheduled time and saved the project more than $10 million.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 29, 2020

Modern Materials: 2 concrete innovations and a recycled brick

A concrete made from bacteria, bricks made from demolition waste and a process to expand concrete's lifespan past 100 years are on the horizon. 

By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 22, 2020

Robot shaves time from Windover Construction's laser-scanning process

Construction Dive got exclusive details about the development and implementation of the robot from software developer RCML and Windover's VDC head. 

By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 22, 2020

Driving success by getting people and projects on the same page

It’s a familiar construction industry story: A small contractor starts to grow, hire more people, take on larger jobs and expand its portfolio. Everything moves smoothly — until it doesn’t. That’s how it went for Hartzell Construction in Pompano Beach, Florida, which be...

Jan. 16, 2020

ConTech Conversations: Windover's Amr Raafat

The contractor's vice president of VDC and technology​ talks about tech adoption, on-site challenges and the future of robotics.

By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 15, 2020

Skanska selects third-party cybersecurity firm

While some large construction firms oversee in-house monitoring of cyberthreats, the use of a third-party vendor makes sense for many contractors, says one legal expert.

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 15, 2020

Tech 101: Construction drones

Drones are becoming the go-to tool for mapping, inspecting and managing worksites more efficiently and safely. Would your projects benefit from an eye in the sky?

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 8, 2020

Survey ranks top construction apps, finds lack of integration

For everything from daily reports to safety tracking and plan management, mobile apps are more important than ever for construction pros, a new study finds. But with "app fatigue" a real problem, how much is too much?

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 8, 2020