Technologies like BIM, drones, virtual reality and real-time workflow software have made an entrance that will forever alter the scope of the construction industry. Every few weeks, Construction Dive provides a roundup of the latest technology product announcements that promise to boost productivity by saving contractors time, money and labor.

2. Autodesk, John Deere, DPR and NASA flex new offerings

   AutoCAD and Revit 2020 editions are live, and a John Deere simulator kit swaps controls between six machine types. DPR rolls out Skycatch across its projects while NASA brings its tech to the jobsite. Read More >>

4. The latest revolutions in remote control

   Game-like controllers, robust wireless networks and technical software are speeding up the automation of construction vehicles, getting operators out of harm's way and improving precision on tough terrains. Read More >>

6. AR-based crane training, a booming social platform for tradespeople

   Autodesk's first Revit update rollout of the year is optimized for the cloud and DroneDeploy tools to leverage drone data now integrate with Multivista. Read More >>

8. 3DR provides 360 and vertical modes, Honda automates off-roading

   Caterpillar gets into the app game with on-demand telemetrics linked to its heavy equipment and a 3D printing consortium in Spain is developing new materials and printers for construction. Read More >>

10. Raken debuts offline mode, HoloBuilder adds SiteAI to portfolio

    TrueLook's new jobsite camera includes built-in LTE and a smartphone app lets users create augmented and virtual reality project imagery. Read More >>

12. Autonomous drones that don't use GPS, refreshed crane lift planning software

    Other new products include an application that can manage point clouds with billions of data points and a production-scale 3D printing system. Read More >>

14. Propeller, DJI partner on drones, Ditch Witch releases VR simulator

    This round of product announcements also includes TrueLook's high-resolution jobsite camera and Trimble's mobile app for compact machine grade control. Read More >>

16. Parachutes for drones, internet-connected hardhats and more

    BuildingConnected, PlanGrid and Viewpoint also rolled out new applications to streamline jobsite workflows. Read More >>

18. AECOM develops AI-powered tool, Cape drone platform unveils updates

    Other announcements include an exoskeleton that reduces a worker's muscle fatigue and an app that creates legally binding video contracts. Read More >>

20. MIT, Autodesk roll out new tools, BIM software advances

    InfraWorks rolled out updates, Vectorworks announced 2019 editions of its BIM and CAD software and facility managers can now give contractors and other stakeholders access to online insurance certificates. Read More >>

22. Real physics guide dirt-moving simulator, cranes become autonomous and more

    EarthCam enhanced its high-resolution live jobsite streaming and time-lapse offerings and IntSite is testing its artificial intelligence for crane operations in the field amid a round of venture capital backing. Read More >>

24. 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. Read More >>

26. Autodesk's Navisworks integrates with VR, Procore debuts Field Productivity line and more

    Other new digital tools include real-time hoist car monitoring, Motorola's two-way radio and a hardhat tech device that targets worker productivity and safety. Read More >>

28. 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. Read More >>

30. 3DR thermal drone mapping, cyber insurance, more make their debut

    Recent announcements include autonomous drone thermal imaging from 3DR's Site Scan, industry-tailored cyber insurance from Willis Towers Watson and an automated supply chain tracking system from Command Alkon. Read More >>

32. 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. Read More >>