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OpinionData offers vision into construction equipment blind spots
Data about equipment rentals can be just as important to the bottom line as the equipment itself, but accessing it requires a breakdown of silos, Mark Bishop of United Rentals says.
By Mark Bishop
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Unpacking BIM: How contractors can reap the rewards of a digital workflow
BIM isn't a turnkey solution, a Yates executive says, but there's potential payoff for contractors that coordinate all the people, software and processes involved.
By Kathleen Brown • Aug. 29, 2018
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ColumnTech Toys: DroneDeploy, Viewpoint, more unveil upgrades
A drone mapping tool uses machine learning to generate 3D images and Hadrian X rounds third base on its way to full-scale robotic construction.
By Construction Dive Editors
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Startup focused on AI for infrastructure scores $4.5M funding
SenSat's product learns from a virtual representation of the jobsite to present project teams with the most efficient course of action.
By Kathleen Brown • Aug. 15, 2018
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ColumnDigital Deals: Autodesk, Komatsu, TrueLook, more ink agreements
Plus, GreenStaxx and Triumph Modular refine a Lego-like building process for student housing and tech startup Concrete Sensors attracts Cemex funding.
By Kathleen Brown • Aug. 08, 2018
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SponsoredGet control over your project controls workflows
Build collaboration and coordination in project controls workflows with Autodesk BIM 360.
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ColumnTech Toys: Geopipe gets Cemex nod, Leica breaks ground with utility detector, new tools emerge
Geopipe's AI tools won Cemex Ventures' attention, Leica Geosytems launched a utility locator with cloud-based integration and more digital solutions were announced.
By Construction Dive Editors
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Startup makes 'digital twin' of project activity with cameras, AI
Indus.ai recently raised $3.7 million to further develop its machine-learning camera solution used on jobsites of players such as Skanska USA.
By Kathleen Brown • Aug. 01, 2018
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Tech Toys: Procore, DroneDeploy, TrueLook, more announce new products, software
June product announcements include thermal mapping drone sensors and a virtual reality tool that lets team members across the country explore a 3D model to predict costs of changes in real-time.
By Construction Dive Editors
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How to successfully deploy a new construction technology
By making smart investments in tech and talent, contractors can capitalize on the $1.6 trillion productivity gap between the industry and the economy.
By Kathleen Brown • June 27, 2018
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Digital Deals: PlanGrid, Triax, United Equipment, more sign partnerships
So far in June, technology collaborations range from 4D planning visuals to equipment sensors to enhanced offerings for construction companies.
By Construction Dive Editors
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Time-saving robotic accessory could hit market within the year
Velocity Robotics claims its Autoset miter saw attachment can shave up to three days off a five- to six-week work schedule.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 14, 2018
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Fungus may help concrete self-repair
Research is in its early stages, and questions about how fungus will survive within concrete's harsh environment still remain.
By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 24, 2018
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Researchers developing double-pane solar windows
Employing two types of quantum dots, the windows will efficiently generate electricity.
By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 10, 2018
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Polystyrene concrete blocks offer lightweight alternative to traditional concrete
The blocks can reduce required labor for constructing masonry walls while increasing the speed at which they're built.
By Laurie Cowin • Dec. 20, 2017
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Microsoft mixed reality headset accessory to debut next year
The existing headset device recently gained certification as protective eyewear, allowing the company to expand its reach to 2 billion "firstline" workers.
By Mary Tyler March , Laurie Cowin • Nov. 07, 2017
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University researchers engineer seismic-resistant concrete
Similar to steel's molecular make-up, walls coated with the material were able to stand up to simulations reaching a 9.1 magnitude on the Richter scale.
By Laurie Cowin • Oct. 18, 2017
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Construction material prices continue to climb in September
Material prices rose at three times the rate of inflation on a year-over-year basis as strong construction activity drives demand.
By Kim Slowey • Oct. 13, 2017
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SponsoredBenefits of BIM for residential
Many feel the benefits of using a BIM model are purely for marketing, but taking a more thoughtful look at a BIM model will reveal the many practical business reasons to adopt it for residential construction.
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MIT researchers are testing new concrete mixes
Their goal is to determine how locally sourced additives can impact the material's strength in a way that can inform product specification on full-scale projects.
By Hallie Busta • Oct. 04, 2017
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Modular builder Katerra plans mass-timber plant
The move aims to help scale production of CLT and could see the multifamily builder entering new categories, such as hospitality and retail.
By Hallie Busta • Sept. 27, 2017
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Deep DiveHow PCL's PartsLab Revit plug-in aims to increase productivity
The free BIM tool makes it easier to track changes to a building's design during the construction process.
By Mary Tyler March • Sept. 20, 2017
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Demand for construction supplies soars after Hurricane Harvey
Buyers are seeking steel buildings, doors, and concrete, masonry and stone products at a higher frequency now than they were before the storm.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 18, 2017
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Deep DiveHow a simple material solution made for a breezy lakefront retreat
The project team for this Lake|Flato design needed an economical and durable solution for its exterior stairs and walkways that offered privacy and fresh air.
By Debbie Reslock
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Deep DiveHow reclaimed can a building be?
Design teams are looking beyond fixtures and finishes to incorporate reclaimed materials into the core and shell of their structures, but challenges are plenty.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 17, 2017