Technology: Page 11

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    NYC project looks to support climate law with building inspection tech

    The AI-powered technology under development detects leaks from building exteriors through robots and drone scans.

    By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 18, 2023
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    Q&A

    Wendy’s exec leads new store growth across the world

    Abigail Pringle oversees restaurant design, real estate, construction and franchise development for the fast food giant.

    By • Oct. 18, 2023
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    Trendline

    Life Sciences, Labs and Medical Facilities

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    By Construction Dive staff
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    Future scientific workplaces will be adaptable and flexible

    Scientific workplaces need to adapt to keep up with changing needs.

    Oct. 16, 2023
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    Simpson Manufacturing hit by cyberattack

    The owner of construction fasteners supplier Simpson Strong-Tie revealed the incident in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing on Oct. 11.

    By • Oct. 12, 2023
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    New construction technology releases: Fall 2023

    New automated and AI-driven software solutions offer advanced mapping, management, reporting and real-time data collection tools.

    By Shelley D. Hutchins, LEED-AP • Oct. 11, 2023
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    3 universities to open Trimble labs for contech training

    The building software and hardware firm partnered with higher-ed schools to establish the facilities amid the construction industry’s labor crunch.

    By • Oct. 11, 2023
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    LG Energy Solution invests $3B in US battery manufacturing expansion

    The extra capacity will help the battery maker supply Toyota with lithium batteries in a new supply deal. 

    By Kate Magill • Oct. 11, 2023
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    Top construction events for the second half of 2024

    It’s time to plan ahead. Construction Dive has you covered with a full list of industry conferences, expos and meetings on tap for the rest of the year.

    By • Updated April 30, 2024
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    Regional Report

    Columbus embraces its role as ‘tech capital of the Midwest’

    A deluge of private sector funding, rapid growth and a strong business environment contribute to the Ohio city’s surging starts.

    By • Updated Oct. 10, 2023
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    7 products for GCs, subs from Greenbuild

    ESG software, a waste-battling robot and a building code library were among the wares on display at the largest green building conference in the world.

    By • Oct. 6, 2023
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    NYC’s ‘mass timber studio’ aims to warm builders up to the material

    The wood product represents a “huge untapped potential” to drive down the city’s carbon footprint, said the New York City Economic Development Corp.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Oct. 4, 2023
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    Construction insurer hit in data breach

    Builders Mutual said the hack affected 64,761 individuals, per a filing with the state of Maine.

    By • Oct. 4, 2023
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    Q&A // ConTech Conversations

    ConTech Conversations: It’s okay to be a fast follower

    Not every solution needs to be cutting edge or fix everything, said a Suffolk tech executive.

    By • Updated Oct. 5, 2023
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    September project wins: Contractors reveal their latest awards

    As summer came to a close, builders announced big infrastructure wins.

    By • Sept. 29, 2023
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    Most contractors unprepared for cyberattacks

    A new report follows warnings that hackers often target AEC firms’ clients.

    By • Sept. 27, 2023
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    Contech Funding

    5 construction technology firms snare funding

    Three startups completed seed rounds and two established companies bolstered their coffers in recent months.

    By • Sept. 27, 2023
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    Sponsored by Newforma

    BIM + PIM: Combining 2 strategies for enhanced construction administration

    By eradicating communication gridlocks, isolated data and tedious document tasks, firms gain valuable time that they can spend on delivering quality projects.

    Sept. 25, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    Security has an underlying defect: passwords and authentication

    Cyberattacks are fueled by the shortcomings of business authentication controls. Bad things happen when access falls apart and credentials land in the wrong hands.

    By Matt Kapko • Sept. 20, 2023
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    NIBS panelists hash out AI adoption

    Precision, performance and materials are three categories where the tech is helping AEC pros, according to a recent conference session.

    By • Sept. 20, 2023
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    Sponsored by Trimble

    Why connected is key with common data environments

    As the construction industry embraces digital transformation, data fragmentation has emerged as a critical challenge.

    By Rachel Jones, Content Marketing Manager for Trimble Construction • Sept. 18, 2023
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    Why preconstruction has stolen the project spotlight

    Construction Dive rounds up its series on the challenges and opportunities of a strong preconstruction approach. 

    By Chris Wood • Sept. 14, 2023
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    Sprouts plans to open 40 stores

    The new store count, which executives detailed Tuesday at Goldman Sachs’ Global Retailing Conference, is a marked increase from the 30 stores the grocer is on track to add in 2023.

    By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 14, 2023
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    Opinion

    The time is now to protect your firm from ransomware attacks

    Contractors are prime targets for hacks, but there are important steps businessowners can take to protect themselves, writes one cyber expert.

    By Stel Valavanis • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Executive Moves

    California environmental contractor taps tech exec for digital growth

    Brown and Caldwell is enlisting data in its fight against the effects of climate change, an increasingly critical area for clients. 

    By • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Courtesy of Gov. JB Pritzker’s Facebook page.

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    Gotion to establish $2B Illinois battery plant

    The China-based manufacturer plans to create 2,600 jobs at the site, set to open next year.

    By Sara Samora • Sept. 13, 2023