Report: Tech tools increase onsite safety

A Dodge Data & Analytics study shows investment in safety has positively impacted project budgets, schedules, quality and ability to contract new work.

By Laurie Cowin • Dec. 14, 2017

This rock-like aggregate is made from recycled post-consumer glass

Foamed glass aggregate weighs 85% less than stone, has insulating qualities and can be used for road building and bridge abutments.

By Laurie Cowin • Dec. 13, 2017

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Construction Technology

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

By Construction Dive staff

VR/AR spending to double each year through 2021

An International Data Corp. forecast projects that spending on augmented and virtual reality will grow from $9.1 billion this year to $17.8 billion in 2018.

By Laurie Cowin • Dec. 13, 2017

NVIDIA, Komatsu partnership adds drones, AI to the jobsite

The arrangement allows drones to collect and analyze data that could help streamline operations while increasing worker safety.

By Mary Tyler March • Dec. 13, 2017

8 smart apps for the construction industry

These useful apps can help contractors streamline and effectively manage jobsite and business operations.

By Laurie Cowin • Dec. 13, 2017

Research group developing specialized robots for construction

The technology aims to automate onsite construction tasks like stacking materials in nonstandard arrangements.

By Mary Tyler March • Dec. 6, 2017

Architects test mass timber systems for high-rise construction

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill found that using a hybrid of steel, timber and concrete on projects can often be less expensive and more sustainable.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 6, 2017

Can 3-D printing boost turbine tower heights?

RCAM Technologies won a $1.25 million grant to develop and test 3-D printing technology so that ultra-tall concrete turbine towers can be made onsite.

By Laurie Cowin • Dec. 6, 2017

Show me the money: Accurate virtual take-offs

Technological advancements in the construction industry have eased the common headaches of many during the design and renovation processes. Although this tech is readily available, one question remains: How much is it going to cost to build?

Dec. 5, 2017

Innovator of the Year: Katerra

Using factory-based construction to automate and standardize design and construction, the firm is creating a "continuum" of services to replace the typical chain of handoffs.

By Construction Dive Staff • Dec. 4, 2017

Rising Star: Tracy Young, PlanGrid

Young has become the face of PlanGrid and, in many ways, an emblem of the next generation of construction leaders.

By Construction Dive Staff • Dec. 4, 2017

Trend of the Year: Silicon Valley capitalizes on construction tech

A growing roster of upstarts are taking aim at the much-publicized construction industry's slow uptake of technology, resulting in a $1.6 trillion gap.

By Construction Dive Staff • Dec. 4, 2017

Tech of the Year: Smart highways

Smart vehicles and the roads beneath them will be more connected and high-tech as developers race to hone emerging technology.

By Mary Tyler March • Dec. 4, 2017

AR university building first mass timber residence hall in US

The residence hall project will consist of two buildings, both with exposed structural wood ceilings throughout.   

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 4, 2017

Elon Musk competing to build downtown Chicago express 'transit loop'

The system must have a 20-minute travel time between downtown Chicago and O'Hare International Airport and be accessible to other transit.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 1, 2017

Why a shared digital infrastructure is crucial for smart cities

As the world urbanizes and cities serve an increasing number of people, the importance of well-designed and robust infrastructure rises as well. 

By Hanan Markovich • Nov. 29, 2017

Europe completes its first 3-D printed building

Dubbed the Building on Demand, the mixed-use structure's walls took only 50 hours to print on-site.

By Mary Tyler March • Nov. 29, 2017

Autodesk to cut 13% of its payroll

Autodesk's restructuring represents the AEC software maker's shift toward a new subscription-based model.

By Mary Tyler March • Nov. 29, 2017

Building with recycled materials could reduce carbon footprint

Steel, concrete and other building materials production releases more carbon pollution than each car, minivan and truck on the planet combined.

By Laurie Cowin • Nov. 29, 2017

This robot miner explores areas too dangerous for humans

Mounted on a platform with four wheels, the robot has a humanoid torso, head and arms that allow it to support payloads of 5 to 10 kilograms.

By Laurie Cowin • Nov. 29, 2017

Amazon's HQ2 received billions of dollars in incentive offerings from these cities, states

At $7 billion, New Jersey officials have offered the highest-dollar incentive program, followed by Irvine, CA, Philadelphia, and the state of Maryland.

By Mary Tyler March • Nov. 28, 2017

Despite recognizing apps' importance, most firms don't use them for safety training

Apps, especially those that can gamify the process, will be increasingly important for training the next generations of construction workers.

By Mary Tyler March • Nov. 22, 2017

Construction execs: Technology can help close performance gap

U.S. executives indicate that integrated project management systems, followed by BIM, will deliver the greatest return on investment.

By Laurie Cowin • Nov. 22, 2017

Atlanta passes infrastructure ordinance to support EV charging

The new regulations require builders to install electrical infrastructure in new buildings that can support electric vehicle charging. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 22, 2017

5 Takeaways from Autodesk University

Autodesk's annual flagship event offered lessons in transportation, technology, automation, international projects and more.

By Laurie Cowin • Nov. 20, 2017