Sunday, May 5, 2024 
Sunday, May 5, 2024
April 7, 2024
A look at the world of Construction Technology – by Arnie Gess, publisher of Construction Links Network.
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Welcome to the Construction Links Network’s weekly construction technology blog, your essential guide to the rapidly evolving world of construction tech! Every week, we delve into how technology is reshaping every facet of the construction industry, from innovative design and meticulous planning to efficient project management and on-site execution. This blog series is dedicated to bringing construction professionals the most current updates on emerging tools, techniques, and trends. From exploring the latest in software solutions to groundbreaking building materials and pioneering research, our blog is a comprehensive resource for anyone keen on the technological advancements driving the future of construction. Stay informed and ahead of the curve with our in-depth coverage of all things construction technology.
We’re looking for seasoned professionals, experts and innovators in the construction field who are eager to share their expertise and optimism about the future of the industry. Share your stories of tech adoption, implementation successes and change management. Tell us how you’re building a more connected industry. All speakers will receive a complimentary ticket to Groundbreak, including access to the Bash. Plus, you’ll get an additional free Bash Guest Pass to share the experience with a colleague or friend. Apply to be a speaker and take advantage of this opportunity to share your perspective with a global audience of construction professionals. Submit your application before midnight PT on May 3.
Watch the highlights of the Revizto Field Day in Toronto. During the event, guest speakers from Bird Construction, Caesar Boccardo and Mohamed Adel discussed the new immersive CDE concept and why it is essential along with the benefits behind it. The audience also got to hear a panel titled “Perspectives from Architects and Engineers: Designing the Future” from industry experts: Paul Ehvert, Director, Virtual Design & Construction at Ehvert Mission, Victor Lima, Senior BIM Manager at Diamond Schmitt Architects, Mohamed Adel, East Digital Construction Manager at Bird Construction and Caesar Boccardo Senior Digital Construction Coordinator at Bird Construction. To see our upcoming Field Days and register for the next one near you, click here.
Using OpenSpace Reality Capture for job site documentation can be part of your normal process walking the site—no extra work needed. And capturing with your 360° camera is much faster than manual and inefficient methods that take up too much of your time. Our technology automatically timestamps your images and maps them to the floor plan, so it’s easy to find what you’re looking for down the road. Throughout the day, you can also capture any other way you want, including 360° photo stills, mobile phone photos to add to Field Notes for robust communication, and 3D Scans to get three-dimensional scans with two-inch measurement accuracy. Read the blog.
It doesn’t take an experienced builder to realize that buildings come in a wide range of types and styles. On one end of the spectrum, we have tall buildings made from steel and concrete. On the other end, we have modest homes made from wood, some of which are only one floor tall. While these are starkly different buildings, there’s much more to the different types of construction than height and material. In this guide, courtesy of Premier Construction Software, we’ll go over the five main types of building construction designated by the International Building Code. We’ll discuss the materials each type is made from and some examples of buildings you might notice in your community.
Con-Elco Group of Companies, one of the leading utility contractors in Ontario, Canada serves developers, home builders and utility companies such as Enbridge, Rogers, and Bell Canada. To better support their customers, they also have other ancillary businesses, which include home building, a recycling operation, and other infrastructure branches. Con-Elco started using Jonas in 1989, until about 2005 when they moved to Microsoft Dynamics NAV. As the company grew, they realized the software was not meeting their business’ operational needs. They needed construction software that would connect their field and back office operations, manage their multi-company accounting requirements and improve efficiency across their entire company. Read the case study.
This article discusses the importance of energy efficiency and sustainability in residential construction amid global environmental concerns. It highlights Building Information Modelling (BIM) as a crucial tool that assists in designing and constructing eco-friendly homes. BIM, evolving beyond its initial commercial use, facilitates project management, stakeholder collaboration, and compliance with environmental codes, particularly the Canadian Home Builders’ Association’s Net Zero Home Labelling Program. It enables the precise calculation of energy and water usage, optimizing resource management, and offering a comprehensive approach to sustainable construction. The use of BIM not only aids in achieving green certification for homes but also serves as a significant selling point by emphasizing energy efficiency and sustainable living standards.
Ailytics, a Singapore-based software startup, secured $2.7M in Pre-A funding led by Tin Men Capital for its AI video analytics solutions aimed at enhancing operational safety and productivity in heavy industries. Founded in 2021, Ailytics leverages existing cameras to provide real-time insights for safety, productivity, and security, and has been implemented in over 70 projects across four countries. The funding will help expand its services and R&D efforts towards becoming the leading Video Analytics solution provider in Asia.
Billy, a construction insurance company, announced an additional $2.5 million in funding, raising its total to $6.7 million. Founded in 2020 by Nyasha Gutsa and Grant Robbins, Billy aims to digitize construction compliance management, merging technology with Robbins’ construction expertise. The company operates a SaaS platform for document management and a marketplace for insurance solutions. With this new funding, led by Entrada Ventures and MetaProp, Billy plans to expand sales and customer retention efforts, leveraging its position as a licensed digital broker and its recent partnership with Procore.
Project Hive stands as a pioneering example of 3D-printed architecture, situated near School No.23 in Lviv, Ukraine. This educational facility, distinguished by its modern, cocoon-like design, was constructed using a COBOD gantry printer, demonstrating a significant advancement in building technology by creating the first 3D-printed education center in Europe, and notably, in a war zone. The project, led by Jean-Christophe Bonis of the nonprofit Team4UA, was initiated in response to the urgent need for educational spaces due to the influx of internally displaced persons following the Russian invasion in 2022. Despite facing challenges such as funding shortages and the impact of military conflict on infrastructure, Project Hive aims to provide four additional classrooms to accommodate displaced students.
Atwill-Morin, a leader in construction innovation, has acquired a dozen exoskeletons to improve the health and safety of its employees, especially for those working with heavy loads. These exoskeletons, which will be deployed in Quebec City and the Capitale Nationale region, aim to reduce the risk of injuries and musculoskeletal disorders by supporting the body and distributing load weight evenly. CEO Matthew Atwill-Morin views this move as a cultural shift towards prioritizing worker safety and health, foreseeing benefits in productivity, performance, and addressing labor shortages through enhanced staff retention and recruitment.
