Power play: How construction companies can capitalize on the renewable energy sector

Mortenson is one contractor that has successfully taken advantage of the burgeoning wind, solar and energy storage markets.

By Kim Slowey • April 4, 2017

Procore unveils Construction OS project data platform

The cloud-based construction management company aims to integrate and store all project information in one place.

By Emily Peiffer • March 29, 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

Brookfield asks 4 architecture firms to create office of the future

Given a budget but no client, the architects were tasked with designing a workspace that considered contemporary work styles and technology.

By Hallie Busta • March 29, 2017

PlanIT Impact launches cloud-based building-performance assessment tool

The initiative makes public data available for energy modeling while opening the cost and resource consumption software to more users.

By Hallie Busta • March 29, 2017

Q&A: Former Autodesk CEO Carol Bartz on the past, present and future of construction tech

As the AEC software giant grows and the industry embraces mobile, smaller third-party providers will continue to play a critical role.

By Hallie Busta • March 29, 2017

Lennar plans 180 homes in solar-powered master-planned community

Located in southwest Florida, Babcock Ranch will be powered by an onsite, 443-acre photovoltaic system.

By Mary Tyler March • March 28, 2017

Drones in construction: Everything you need to know

From legal considerations to companies taking off in the space, we rounded up all the drone-related resources a construction company might need.

By Construction Dive Staff • March 27, 2017

5 steps to adding drones to construction operations

Before a company can take flight, it must consider several factors to mitigate risk and ensure optimal performance of its UAV program.

By Emily Peiffer • March 27, 2017

18 drone companies taking off in construction

These firms are providing the hardware and software shaping the job site.

By Chris Wood • March 27, 2017

Drone law: How new rules and evolving tech are changing the path of UAVs in construction

The Federal Aviation Administration's final rules for small commercial drones will likely pave the way for additional rulemaking and a more streamlined use process.

By Hallie Busta • March 27, 2017

From liftoff to landing: Drones by the numbers

Here are the facts and figures you need to know when it comes to drone use in the construction industry.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta , Mary Tyler March • March 27, 2017

Top trends shaping drone use on the job site

As UAVs become a more integral part of the construction industry, companies are finding ways to lower costs and improve efficiency.

By Mary Tyler March • March 27, 2017

Learning to fly: A primer on drones in construction

From getting licensed to crunching aerial imagery data, here’s everything you need to know about UAVs in the AEC industry.

By Chris Wood • March 27, 2017

FAA: Commercial drones in use could soar to 1.6M by 2021

Out of all industries, the construction and industrial sector has a 26% share of current commercial drone uses, second only to aerial photography.

By Kim Slowey • March 23, 2017

Wired up: CA electrical engineer selectively plugs into job site tech

For one small business, project management and mobile tools score high, but paper prevails when it comes to keeping track of project details.

By Chris Wood • March 22, 2017

Minnesota DOT leveraging vibration data to monitor bridge defects

The smart bridge sensors track how the structures bend and shift from the effects of traffic, wind and temperature fluctuations.

By Chris Wood • March 22, 2017

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

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