Technology: Page 31
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Online map showcases construction-related careers in booming green sector
The tool was designed to help workers research jobs and advancement paths in the green building field.
By Jennifer Goodman • April 7, 2021 -
Sponsored by Oracle Construction and Engineering
How predictive AI will curb construction risk and improve decision-making
What if you could predict risks long before they threaten your projects? Developments in AI offer new levels of active project intelligence.
By Karthik Venkatasubramanian, VP of data and analytics at Oracle Construction and Engineering • April 5, 2021 -
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Meet the vertical automated grocery store
Coming soon to cities across the country, Boston-based Urbx's futuristic stores will cost between $5 million and $7 million but will have lower real estate costs and higher e-commerce productivity than traditional groceries.
By Jeff Wells • March 31, 2021 -
UK high-speed rail project uses decommissioned wind turbines to reinforce concrete
HS2’s joint venture, which includes Skanska, is swapping steel rebar for recycled turbine blades.
By Zachary Phillips • March 31, 2021 -
Microsoft executive appointed head of national BIM committee
Salla Eckhardt has also worked in VDC and technology-related roles at Seattle-area construction firms Hoffman Construction and Sellen Construction.
By Jennifer Goodman • March 31, 2021 -
4 innovations shaping infrastructure construction
These technology-based techniques can help civil contractors do their work safely and in less time.
By Jennifer Goodman • March 24, 2021 -
Tech 101: 5G networks in construction
The reality still trails the hype, but this wireless communication technology's advantages for construction are clear.
By Joe Bousquin • March 17, 2021 -
Sponsored by Autodesk Construction Cloud™
Tips and tricks of the trade on innovation from leading specialty contractors
The demand for specialty contractors continues to grow as general contractors and owners look for specialists in plumbing, electrical work, welding, and more to bring their projects to life.
By Grace Ellis, Content Marketing Manager & Editor in Chief, Autodesk Construction Solutions • March 15, 2021 -
Women in construction push for more inclusive terminology
Founded by two women, software company Bridgit has partnered with Ledcor to challenge others in the industry to use gender-inclusive language.
By Zachary Phillips • March 12, 2021 -
ASCE webinar addresses infrastructure resiliency, technology
"Technology is giving us more tools today than you can possibly imagine to do infrastructure assessment," said a panelist at a recent American Society of Civil Engineers webinar.
By Kim Slowey • March 10, 2021 -
Procore IPO is back on
After delays brought on by the coronavirus, the construction management software provider has amended its filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
By Zachary Phillips • March 10, 2021 -
8 contech firms receive investor funding
Companies such as Built Technologies, Versatile and DroneDeploy have benefited from an increase in investments in construction technology.
By Zachary Phillips • March 10, 2021 -
Kraft Heinz pilots recycled plastic packaging for roofs
If the post-consumer plastic boards being tested on two factories work well, the food processing company says it may someday be able to repair its facilities with packaging from the products it makes.
By Megan Poinski • March 3, 2021 -
New DPR facility will promote prefab research and technology
The 75,000-square-foot facility in North Carolina will be used for workforce development, client mock-ups and prefabrication testing.
By Kim Slowey • March 3, 2021 -
3D-printed building facade offers insulative properties
A Tennessee-based credit union partnered with Branch Technology to create a unique lightweight exterior design that uses 20 times less material, according to the manufacturer.
By Joe Bousquin • March 3, 2021 -
In $1B deal, Autodesk acquires water infrastructure software firm Innovyze
The California-based software maker also launched a digital twin program that it wants AEC professionals to beta test.
By Jennifer Goodman • Feb. 24, 2021 -
AECOM, Ferrovial to develop Florida vertiport network
The stations for electric aircraft that take off and land vertically will be built in major population centers in the state.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 24, 2021 -
Boldt Co. unveils modular COVID-19 vaccination unit
The Wisconsin contractor's new VaxMod units are designed to provide rapid vaccine administration to walk-in and drive-thru patients.
By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 18, 2021 -
Teleo among Deere's 2021 Startup Collaborator program
The company retrofits construction equipment for remote operation on jobsites, which the startup says makes them safer.
By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 17, 2021 -
Built Technologies lands $88M in funding to ease construction financing
Since its founding in 2015, the Tennessee firm has grown to include 125 lenders and manage over $68 billion of annual construction spending.
By Joe Bousquin • Feb. 17, 2021 -
Warehouse design moves toward tech-driven flexibility
Given the rapid shift toward e-commerce during the COVID-19 pandemic, retailers want warehouses that can quickly adapt to changing situations.
By Gary Wollenhaupt • Feb. 17, 2021 -
Purdue University's concrete sensors target faster build times
The patent-pending technology designed by Purdue engineers looks to verify concrete's maturity without extensive offsite testing.
By Construction Dive Staff • Feb. 10, 2021 -
Construction industry takes first step toward comprehensive US BIM standard
A recent National Institute of Building Sciences roundtable included executives from Autodesk, Bentley, WSP and HDR, as well as leaders from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Federal Highway Administration.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 10, 2021 -
Opinion
2020's data can help construction firms succeed in 2021
Before creating a strategy for the year ahead, it’s important to take a look back and evaluate your projects and teams from the year before. Here are five metrics to consider.
By Michel Richer • Feb. 3, 2021 -
Feds approve drone flights outside human sight line
The FAA-approved American Robotics' drone has technology that keeps it a safe distance from other aircraft.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 26, 2021