Technology: Page 21
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Chip maker warnings rattle Wall Street, but not construction
While semiconductor manufacturers fret about the consumer market, plenty of demand remains in other sectors, analysts say.
By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 25, 2022 -
Global construction robot market value to triple by 2030
Leaders in the space include Apis Cor and Dusty Robotics, according to a new report.
By Matthew Thibault • Aug. 24, 2022 -
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6 of the summer’s top contech funding rounds
Contech continues to reel in funding, even as a recession looms.
By Matthew Thibault • Aug. 24, 2022 -
DOE to support development of ‘next-generation cyber tools’ to protect grid
The agency announced $45 million will be available for up to 15 “next-generation” cybersecurity research, development and demonstration projects.
By Robert Walton • Aug. 24, 2022 -
How attackers are breaking into organizations
Threat actors lean heavily on phishing attacks, vulnerabilities in software and containers, and stolen credentials, according to top cyber vendor research.
By Matt Kapko • Aug. 17, 2022 -
Safety tech boosts productivity, contractors say
AI-based data analysis is revolutionizing both safety and efficiency across construction sites.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Aug. 17, 2022 -
Sponsored by Quickbase
Report: More than half of construction firms are plagued by inefficient workflows
Foundry study digs into digital tools and workflow automation in construction project management.
Aug. 15, 2022 -
Procore to expand into fintech services, CEO says
The company’s new system would purchase materials for subcontractors, securing payment against the property itself using lien rights.
By Matthew Thibault • Aug. 10, 2022 -
Katerra factory buyer acquires Pennsylvania modular facility, targets multifamily construction
Volumetric Building’s new factory will create prefab units for construction projects in major markets in the Northeast, such as Philadelphia, New York City and Washington, D.C.
By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 10, 2022 -
PCL Construction’s solar division has its eye on the sky
The company’s solar work is thriving, and an executive said it will be a large part of its strategy going forward.
By Matthew Thibault • Aug. 5, 2022 -
Amazon slows network expansion in response to cooling customer demand
The e-commerce giant estimates 40% of its capital investments this year will go toward warehouses and transportation capacity, down from 55% in 2021.
By Max Garland • Aug. 4, 2022 -
Q&A
Code updates, sustainability spur mass timber’s US adoption
Nordic Structures’ David Croteau said demand for CLT is growing as companies like Google, Microsoft and Facebook seek to reduce their carbon footprints.
By Matthew Thibault • Aug. 3, 2022 -
CHIPS Act passes House, secures $52B for semiconductor industry
Several massive manufacturing-related construction projects are depending on the act in order to move forward.
By Matthew Thibault , Sebastian Obando • July 28, 2022 -
Tech giants plan to spend billions to construct new plants, data centers
Clients like Samsung, Panasonic and Google eye massive U.S. projects in coming years.
July 27, 2022 -
Cemex Ventures invests in 3D-printing tech for building
3D-printing firm Cobod said its proprietary mix can adapt normal cement to the specifications needed to print buildings.
By Matthew Thibault • July 27, 2022 -
DOE awards $39M for tech that would enable buildings to store carbon
The funding for 18 projects is part of the Energy Department’s push to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency.
By Sebastian Obando • July 20, 2022 -
Procore, Amazon Web Services partner on digital twin technology
The integration and data sharing deal will allow users to upload real-time data to the Procore management hub.
By Matthew Thibault • July 20, 2022 -
Q&A
Relax. Construction Simulator video game takes the stress out of building, CEO says.
Weltenbauer, the game’s developer, brought on actual construction workers as consultants on the project.
By Matthew Thibault • July 18, 2022 -
Sponsored by Quickbase
So much data, so little visibility: addressing project management challenges
Solving project management challenges is easier than you realize. Your data visibility is the key.
July 18, 2022 -
Modular firm Nexii announces $35M funding, raises valuation to over $1.5B
The Canadian building systems manufacturer’s latest funding round accelerates production of the firm's sustainable construction solutions.
By Sebastian Obando • July 14, 2022 -
Infrastructure act
What contractors need to know about IIJA’s construction tech carve-outs
Two programs funnel federal dollars to advance the use of technology in construction, but there are key differences, experts said.
By Matthew Thibault • July 13, 2022 -
Heavy construction equipment gets a jolt
Industry leader Bobcat will release heavy electric machinery in the coming months.
By Jen Miller • July 11, 2022 -
Sponsored by ResponseVault
Anatomy of a modern data stack and 4 key benefits it creates
Construction firms that know how to harness their data are increasingly at a competitive advantage in today's complex world — and the latest research emphasizes just how much of an advantage.
July 11, 2022 -
Virginia Tech's Innovation Campus takes shape near Washington, DC
A team led by Whiting-Turner has pumped nearly 42 million gallons of water from the school’s Alexandria, Virginia, project site since construction started.
By Matthew Thibault • July 6, 2022 -
Opinion
The future of BIM, standards and certifications
BIM is increasingly becoming important on jobsites, and it will only become more necessary, says one expert.
By Frank Weiss • July 6, 2022