Caterpillar plows deeper into 3-D printing market with new partnership

The three-year deal with FIT AG will explore the boundaries of additive manufacturing in the heavy equipment space.

By Chris Wood • March 22, 2017

Nanoparticle 3-D printing imitates natural construction patterns

The technology could be a springboard for reducing waste by developing smaller, lightweight materials.

By Chris Wood • March 22, 2017

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

By Construction Dive staff

GA tests smart highway technology on I-85

The nation's transportation system is getting smarter as new technologies are used for road data collection and self-driving vehicles.

By Chris Wood • March 22, 2017

FHWA exploring augmented reality for road construction

The Federal Highway Administration wants to find out how the technology can improve quality assurance and communication.

By Chris Wood • March 15, 2017

John Deere, Kespry announce drone alliance

Heavy equipment manufacturers and drone startups are partnering to create clear paths to the market.

By Chris Wood • March 15, 2017

OR proposes initiative to build seismic-resilient government buildings

A state agency hopes an earthquake-proof structure could ensure continuity of government in the event of a natural disaster.

By Chris Wood • March 15, 2017

St. Patrick's Cathedral moves to geothermal for temperature control

The upgrade to the New York cathedral's heating and cooling system is just one of several updates bringing the landmark's amenities up to 21st century standards.

By Chris Wood • March 15, 2017

Reality check: What's next for AR technology in construction

User experience is paramount for the augmented reality space, as smart devices enable long-distance machine control and BIM integration.

By Chris Wood • March 15, 2017

This amphibious robot can crawl through pipes to collect data

The product from HiBot can analyze pipe-wall thickness, flow rates and ambient soil and weather conditions to grade pipe infrastructure.

By Chris Wood • March 15, 2017

HI developer breaks ground on off-grid housing community

The project will feature energy efficiency as one of the hallmarks of its design — a trend that is growing in popularity with builders and homeowners.

By Sean Barry • March 15, 2017

The top 5 tech trends at ConExpo 2017

Telematics, additive manufacturing and drones were the talk of the construction industry's largest trade show in Las Vegas last week.

By Chris Wood • March 15, 2017

Gramercy District's 8-acre addition to open a year ahead of development schedule

The $500 million complex in Ashburn, VA, has absorbed adjacent commercial and retail space, which will allow 22 City Link to begin leasing earlier than expected.

By Kim Slowey • March 14, 2017

More millennials take up tech for home search, purchase

Although younger buyers are more likely to use online tools to start their mortgage application, one in three finish the process in person.

By Hallie Busta • March 13, 2017

From thin air: 3-D printer cranks out a house in 24 hours

Concept projects like Apis Cor's show how additive manufacturing technology could be a game-changer for large-scale construction in the future.

By Chris Wood • March 8, 2017

Architects, chemists spar over antimicrobial building products

A recent white paper from Perkins+Will challenged the wellness-related claims of manufacturers using such coatings for surface and other finish materials.

By Chris Wood • March 8, 2017

$90M prefab tech hub set to open at the University of Maryland

Offsite modular construction was used to meet a tight schedule and expand material options for the project's thermal curtainwall. 

By Chris Wood • March 8, 2017

Losing its luster: Golden Gate Bridge turns to surface-plate replacement

The zinc-based paint used on the bridge can't keep up with the San Francisco Bay Area's rate of salt and fog corrosion.

By Chris Wood • March 8, 2017

A foot in the door: Danielle Dy Buncio on improving diversity by starting in schools

The CEO and president of Chicago-based VIATechnik explains the connection between employing workers with varied backgrounds and industry innovation.

By Mary Tyler March • March 8, 2017

BIM beats paper: How digital construction data management is becoming status quo

Mobile devices and the need to network disparate databases will both hasten the technology's adoption as the de facto construction management platform.

By Chris Wood • March 8, 2017

VA considers energy-efficiency update to residential building code

Homebuilders are pushing back on the move to change the state's model code for new residential construction.

By Sean Barry • March 8, 2017

Survey: One in 10 households opt in for smart-home technology

The rise of millennial renters and an uptick in builders eyeing the Internet of Things could be a boon for the emerging segment, according to Gartner.

By Mary Tyler March • March 7, 2017

PulteGroup rolls out virtual reality headsets to help buyers visualize their homes

The builder hopes the ability to experience the plan before construction starts will make buyers at two communities more comfortable with their investment.

By Sean Barry • March 6, 2017

Virtual reality kit visualizes safer living space for those with dementia

VR-empowered design for care facilities is expected to reduce construction costs by offering more insight during the design phase.

By Chris Wood • March 1, 2017

John Deere, LHP to launch single-source telematics platform

The mixed-fleet telemetry solution would collect and crunch data from all makes and models of equipment to streamline capture.

By Chris Wood • March 1, 2017

$250M tech hub planned for NYC's Union Square

The 258,000-square-foot project will create 800 construction jobs and be a center for New York City's startup community, though the building's tech has received limited discussion.

By Chris Wood • March 1, 2017