Thursday, September 26, 2024 
Thursday, September 26, 2024
June 26, 2023
A look at the world of Construction Technology – by Arnie Gess, publisher of Construction Links Network
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Technology is transforming every aspect of the construction industry, from design and planning to project management and execution. As new tools and techniques continue to emerge, it’s more important than ever for professionals in the field to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and innovations. This blog series offers in-depth coverage of the most important developments in construction technology. Whether you’re interested in the latest software platforms, the newest building materials, or the cutting-edge research shaping the future of the industry, you’ll find it all here.
Procore Technologies have released their construction industry benchmark report How We Build Now: Technology and industry trends shaping Canadian construction in 2023. The report examines the general sentiment of the industry, the digital maturity and adoption of construction technologies, as well as the challenges and opportunities that businesses face. Nine out of 10 of respondents in Canada express confidence (44% very confident) about industry conditions over the next 12 months, with seven out of 10 construction businesses expecting an increase in the number (70%) or value of projects (72%) over the same timeframe. Learn more and download your copy of the report.
It’s also a great time to tidy up your practice to make sure everything is running smoothly. As the weather warms up and projects start to pick up speed, it’s important to ensure that your data, inventory, safety and project workflows are in order for optimal productivity and efficiency. In this blog by TrueLook Construction Cameras, they will cover some key areas to focus on for your spring cleaning, including catching up on trainings, organizing your site photos and footage, and checking back on safety and project workflows.
Workflow management is often a source of frustration for AEC firms. Projects have so many moving parts and generate so much data that it can be difficult to get the right information to the right people at the right time. The good news is that technology, particularly connected technologies, can help ease this frustration. A recent Deloitte study found that 76% of E&C decision-makers are putting more money into connected technologies because the connected data that comes with them, is a game changer for many businesses. Are you ready to begin seeing your data as the asset that it is? SoftwareOne Canada takes a look at how you can begin taking advantage of the streamlined workflows and improved efficiency that connected data delivers. Read the blog.
Managing a multi-million dollar construction project is no small feat. The stakes are high, and the pressure to deliver within budget and on time is immense. However, with the right strategies, tools, and mindset, you can navigate the complexities of these projects successfully and relatively stress free. In this article by OnTraccr Technologies, they will explore ten invaluable tips, tricks, that will make your life easier as a project manager in the construction industry.
Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized many different industries in recent years. It gained a lot of attention and popularity with the launch of ChatGPT, a tool capable of writing poems, solving equations and producing articles on different topics. With the fast-paced implementation of AI in different fields, will it take the place of architects and architecture schools soon? To answer this question, we need to understand the capabilities of AI and the role of architects and architecture schools. Read the article.
Waterloo-based developer and property manager Prica Global Enterprises (PGE) is readying the completion of two unique rental developments in Waterloo. Both developments were constructed in well below the average time for buildings of their size due to a unique phased approach to their construction and furnishing. The accelerated timeline was aided by the use of advanced cloud technologies in integrating construction partners and teams throughout the process.
One of Calgary’s top builders, Trico Homes has partnered with OpenHouse.ai, a fast growing company bringing artificial intelligence (AI) to the homebuilding industry, to revolutionize the homebuilding – and buying – experience. This partnership seeks to streamline builder needs and costs, increase housing supply, and put savings back in the pockets of future homebuyers.
Augmenta, a company specializing in automating building design for the construction industry, has raised US$11.75 million in a seed extension round. The investment, led by Eclipse and involving participation from Hazelview Ventures, BDC Capital’s Deep Tech Venture Fund, and Suffolk Technologies, brings Augmenta’s total funds raised to date to US$15.85 million. Augmenta’s cloud-based platform empowers contractors and engineers to generate code-compliant designs within hours instead of weeks. This approach significantly reduces rework, accelerates the design and construction process, and mitigates risks, uncertainties, and costs for contractors, engineers, real estate developers, and owners.
Of all the technologies on the horizon for civil engineering, artificial intelligence may be one of the most perplexing. It can potentially help industry professionals design and build projects more quickly, efficiently, and safely, yet some weighty questions are causing many tech-savvy firms to remain cautious in adopting AI. This article discusses AI as well as technology vendors such as Trimble and Boston Dynamics that have partnered to mount laser scanners on robots to enable collection of large amounts of location data on construction sites. The data can then be used to automate other tasks, such as quality control/quality assurance, schedule monitoring, and payment processes.
There are companies already in existence who are utilizing this kind of technology for field work in the AEC industry. One of those is Gamma-AR, a Luxembourg-based company who overlays BIM model information onto real, physical spaces and facilitates better connection between workers in the field and those back at the office. Recently, founders Caner Dolas (CEO) and Jayan Jevanesan (CTO) spoke with Geo Week News to talk about their product and the general state of AR usage in the field for AEC projects.
Robotics and AI are proving to be powerful, innovative resources revolutionizing how buildings are built. To explore how this booming trend can benefit the industry, Suffolk Technologies, the venture capital platform funding the next generation of companies solving built environment challenges, recently hosted Robotics in Construction 2023 at Suffolk Construction’s Roxbury headquarters in partnership with MassRobotics. The event, sponsored by Autodesk and Hilti Venture, brought together industry experts, investors, construction professionals and robotics startup founders from around the world for a series of panels, pitches, product demonstrations and networking opportunities.
