Modular construction: threat or opportunity?

"I would encourage the leaders of E&C firms to think about what could be their sweet spot 10 to 15 years out," a McKinsey partner said. "It’s time to get moving."

By Jennifer Goodman • July 3, 2019

WSJ: Investors are pumping billions into construction technology

This year's capital injections into contech have totaled more than $4 billion, putting 2019 on track to surpass last year's $6 billion. 

By Kim Slowey • July 3, 2019

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Construction Technology

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

By Construction Dive staff

Exoskeleton standards could spur broader use on the jobsite

A lack of guidelines for the wearable technology that augments workers' physical ability is slowing its adoption.

By Kim Slowey • July 3, 2019

How can and should data from construction wearables be collected?

The International Safety Equipment Association will try to develop best practices for the use of data from wearable safety devices.

By Kim Slowey • July 3, 2019

Laser scans, BIM slash schedule for Kansas subcontractor

A virtual design approach saved more than 30% on labor costs and cut 50% from the schedule on a complex, fast-turnaround piping project.

By Jennifer Goodman • June 26, 2019

Construction wearables' futuristic features are more feasible than you think

The technology can help prevent accidents, improve efficiencies and enhance quality of life for construction workers, says an insurance official working with contractors on pilot programs.

By David P. Galbraith • June 26, 2019

New dump truck app the latest in Uber-style market trend

Trelar will try to make ordering dump truck services more efficient for contractors and drivers, a form of automation and creativity in the market that the industry is ripe for, according to the startup's CEO.

By Kim Slowey • June 26, 2019

AEC firm Haskell develops its own VR safety game

Haskell's HERO training program uses video game-like technology to immerse users in a virtual world of construction hazards.

By Jennifer Goodman • June 19, 2019

Gilbane, Jacobs find tech benefits beyond closeout

Virtual and augmented reality and BIM tools have become staples in design and construction, but savvy VDC managers are finding ways to extend their use to unanticipated benefits for owners.

By Joe Beeton • June 19, 2019

Report: Technology is necessary for construction skills gap

A new survey by the Autodesk Foundation and Deloitte says that technology adoption also could leave some construction workers behind if they are not continuously upskilled.

By Kim Slowey • June 19, 2019

What happens when a contractor develops construction software

An Orlando, Florida-based contractor etched his company's needs into his RedTeam software around 25 years ago due to a dearth of options at the time.

By Kim Slowey • June 12, 2019

Skender's new facility begins offsite fabrication of building modules

The assembly line is rolling at the 130,000-square-foot facility in Chicago, which will manufacture affordable units for developer Sterling Bay and work on projects for other clients.

By Jennifer Goodman • June 11, 2019

Jobsite managers embrace robotics

Rather than feeling replaced by machines, workers and unions see artificial intelligence as an ally against such issues as labor shortages, precision and productivity, presenters at ENR FutureTech said.

By Jennifer Goodman • June 6, 2019

Top construction tech events for the second half of 2019

The year is halfway through, but some of the best events are still to come.

By Jennifer Goodman • June 5, 2019

Tech Toys: 3D concrete printing, VR ladder training and more

Also, Unity Reflect will allow for Autodesk Revit changes to be seen instantly in Unity VR/AR systems and a Japanese firm will use U.S.-based drone platforms to inspect and repair concrete infrastructure.

By Joe Beeton • June 5, 2019

Experts to AEC firms: stop ignoring cybercrime vulnerabilities

Although the industry is at high risk for hacking and the average data breach costs $3.8 million, most contractors aren’t prepared, say presenters at this week's ENR FutureTech conference.

By Jennifer Goodman • June 5, 2019

Clark rolls out Fieldwire companywide

Clark Construction chose Fieldwire over other popular tools like Bluebeam, BIM 360 and PlanGrid when it came to in-the-field implementation. 

By Kim Slowey • June 4, 2019

Top software firms: Contractors hungry for tech integration

Interoperability, especially between tools seen as "cool," helps both small and large firms make the most out of limited resources.

By Kim Slowey • May 29, 2019

$1.6B LAX expansion team highlights BIM, AR/VR and other tech for staying on budget, schedule

The design-build team behind a massive Los Angeles International Airport project recently outlined the benefits they've found in sharing models across stakeholders.

By Joe Beeton • May 29, 2019

Tech an increased focus of ENR Top 400 firms

A trend among the country's highest-earning contractors, according to an Engineering News-Record analysis, is to attribute part of their success to specific tech tools.

By Jennifer Goodman • May 29, 2019

DHS sounds alarm about Chinese-made drones stealing data

Drone maker DJI has been under heavy scrutiny since the agency warned that information collected by Chinese products could be exploited.

By Kathleen Brown • May 22, 2019

Autodesk machine learning tool ranks jobsite risks

Construction IQ algorithms pore through thousands of safety and quality issues to steer project leads and executives toward those that are most urgent.

By Kathleen Brown • May 22, 2019

Robots tie rebar at startup Toggle

The automated system could boost productivity and halve labor costs, says the firm, which is engaged on large-scale New York City civil infrastructure projects.

By Jennifer Goodman • May 22, 2019

More than 7K robots to take on construction work by 2025

Midsize and major contractors are beginning to integrate intelligent machines to pair with BIM and building automation and to help with worker shortages and other productivity issues, a new report found.

By Jennifer Goodman • May 15, 2019

Autodesk BIM 360 adds cost management

The new module allows users to visualize cost-related risks and track budget impacts in real time.

By Kathleen Brown • May 15, 2019