Taking up tech: Job site security for the 21st century

Construction pros are using surveillance cameras, motion sensors, geo-fencing and mesh networks to protect their projects.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 28, 2016

Researchers develop 'cool roof' coatings as alternative to white for reflective roofs

A team from the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab is pushing the envelope on coating composition to improve "cool roof" aesthetics and adoption rates. 

By Chris Wood • Sept. 28, 2016

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Construction Technology

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

By Construction Dive staff

Report: Global smart meter market to reach $10.7B by 2025

Despite slowing adoption in the U.S., major markets for growth include Spain, France and the United Kingdom.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 28, 2016

Engineers test cloud-based infrastructure failure sensing system

The infrastructure sector is entering the Information Age with sensor arrays designed to improve the resilience of large-scale structures.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 28, 2016

Airware purchases analytics provider Redbird in race for drone superiority

Deals, partnerships and collaborations abound as drone and tech companies look to deliver a full squadron of aerial services to AEC pros. 

By Chris Wood • Sept. 28, 2016

Delos, Mayo Clinic team up to create optimal office environment prototype

Researchers are embracing immersive environments to probe the limits of employee tolerance to adverse working conditions. 

By Chris Wood • Sept. 28, 2016

White House pledges $80M investment for smart cities R&D

The Obama Administration's program encourages the public and private sectors to develop technologies that make cities a better and cleaner living environment.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 28, 2016

5 Reasons to adopt cloud-based construction document sharing

Project teams have reached unprecedented levels of mobility and interconnectivity.

By Karl Sorensen • Sept. 27, 2016

Construction app startup FINALCAD raises $20M

The company said that despite the immense size of the building industry, it is one of the "least digitized" sectors.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 27, 2016

Life-saving tech: How construction firms can 'stay ahead of the safety curve'

Construction safety execs are integrating drones, wearables, thermal cameras, GPS and even job site boxes to keep workers safe.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 21, 2016

Houzz: More homeowners are embracing the Internet of Things

Fire and gas alarms as well as security systems and devices are among the most popular smart technology, a new homeowner survey finds.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 21, 2016

Bechtel rolls out virtual reality safety training

The construction industry is exploring new technology for workforce education.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 21, 2016

UPS expands 3-D printing services to Singapore, broadening access to on-demand manufacturing

Additive manufacturing services continue to expand, affording AEC firms new opportunities for prototyping and product inventory management.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 21, 2016

Reports highlight critical risks for drones, robots in the workforce

Stealing data and destroying equipment are among the concerns around the next wave of construction technology.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 21, 2016

Russia following UK's lead with plans for BIM mandate

Starting in 2019, contractors on government-funded projects will be required to use building information modeling in an effort to reduce costs.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 16, 2016

Report: Global smart building market to reach $25B by 2021

Major demand drivers include a growing interest in energy-efficient buildings, integrated security systems and IoT platforms.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 14, 2016

3-D printed house debuts in China

The new concrete structure draws attention to the potential for additive manufacturing in construction.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 14, 2016

Caterpillar-backed hackathon aims to find ways to boost equipment, operator performance

Although the Unearthed event will focus on the mining industry, its takeaways stand to impact construction as well.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 14, 2016

European construction management startup GenieBelt raises $2.2M

The successful funding round indicates investors' willingness to explore the burgeoning construction technology sector.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 14, 2016

Full auto: The long road to autonomous equipment in construction

New technology has the potential to bring an unprecedented level of automation to man-powered tasks, but the building industry has been slow to adopt it.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 14, 2016

Kespry unveils Drone 2.0 to keep up with rapidly growing commercial UAV demand

Smaller, lighter drones with larger coverage areas are gaining traction in the construction industry.

By Chris Wood • Sept. 14, 2016

KPMG report: Construction industry slow to adopt new technology

Ripe for disruption, the sector has been slow to invest in new technologies like remote monitoring, automation and integrated project management.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 14, 2016

HTT Hyperloop track construction behind original schedule

One hold up for HTT's Hyperloop construction permit application is a completed environmental review.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 6, 2016

WinSun designs fully 3-D-printed public restrooms

The company printed all the parts for the facilities, including drainage and infrastructure, in its factory and assembled them onsite in Suzhou, China.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 2, 2016

Dutch architects unveil 3-D-printed 'urban cabin'

As part of the cabin's construction, designers utilized a "bio print" material that can be reused in other structures.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 1, 2016