May 11, 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.
There are different types of billing methods in the construction industry. One of them is time and materials billing. Some general contractors prefer this procedure, as it shifts most of the risks onto their customers. Any costs incurred come out of the customer’s pocket, not the contractor’s. T&M billing allows them to focus on their profits and concern themselves less with the unpredictable nature of contracting. While the agreements are straightforward, the act of putting together a bill can be daunting because it is necessary to collect all receipts throughout the project and any supporting documentation. Read the blog.
Trimble recently announced the winners of the 2024 B2W Customer Innovation Awards for North American heavy civil contractors. Bituminous Roadways, Gulf Operators and Sherwood Companies are recognized for their Return on Investment (ROI) results using individual B2W applications and the unified B2W platform. A panel of B2W judges selects the Customer Innovation Awards program winners from applications submitted by contractors using B2W software for estimating, field tracking, scheduling and fleet maintenance. B2W launched the program in 2017 and 27 companies have been recognized to date.
In a country like Canada, known for its emphasis on diversity and innovation, the active involvement of women and marginalized groups not only enhances the industry but also shapes its significance. To explore this theme further, the editor of Le monde de l’électricité Elle Bremmer interviewed Kimberly Corlett, Industry Partnership Manager at Procore Technologies, whose story challenges stereotypes and highlights the positive impact of inclusivity in our professional communities. Read the article.
From 2020 to 2024, KiwiRail’s Wiri to Quay Park (W2QP) project is one of a number of capital rail projects that is powered by Revizto. As KiwiRail revitalizes the busy junctions of Westerfield & Wiri and builds a Third Main to separate slow-moving freight trains from faster commuter trains, Revizto acts as the key coordination tool that pulls the delivery team together into a single source of truth collaborative environment. Read the case study.
In today’s fast-paced construction industry, effective project coordination and adoption of innovative technologies are paramount for success. One technology revolutionizing the construction process is reality capture. We recently sat down with OpenSpace customer Dikkie Anderson, Senior Project Manager with Nevell Group, a commercial interior and exterior wall systems specialty trade contractor. We talked about how quickly their teams adopted OpenSpace and how the tech has facilitated seamless project coordination. Read the blog.
Pix4D, a Swiss company and leading provider of drone and terrestrial mapping and photogrammetry solutions, announces the launch of PIX4Dcatch 2.0. This new and improved version of Pix4D’s terrestrial scanning iOS mobile app adds professional-grade augmented reality (AR) and compatibility with a multitude of RTK devices. PIX4Dcatch is an easy-to-use mobile 3D scanning and AR visualization tool. It is used by Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) professionals worldwide, leveraging a combination of photogrammetry and LiDAR technology, and enhanced with RTK positioning for precision and accuracy. Learn more and watch the video.
StrateGis Group has enhanced its 3D Cityplanner software with a new generative design option that blends artificial intelligence with human creativity, offering urban designers and planners a tool that enhances design quality while saving time. This innovative feature allows users to generate urban plans using AI suggestions tailored to the site’s specific characteristics, such as topography and zoning regulations, yet provides complete control to modify these suggestions based on personal expertise and vision. CEO A. Dullemond emphasized that this tool is designed to transform urban planning by integrating vast data sets and advanced visualization, making it a comprehensive solution for professionals aiming to explore numerous design possibilities efficiently.
ALICE Technologies recently launched the ALICE Partners Program, an initiative aimed at professional services firms that serve large project owners, as well as those that work closely with leading general contractors. The program is designed to provide partners with product discounts, marketing support, training and product support as they bring the benefits of construction optioneering to companies building capital projects.
As the construction industry grapples with the potential of artificial intelligence, fears abound regarding its impact on job security, ethical issues and more. However, in a world in which AI is increasingly reshaping industries, the construction sector stands at an exciting inflection point, according to data from Yooz. The 2024 Yooz Survey: AI in the Workplace report revealed that negative news about AI is shaping widespread apprehension among U.S. workers. Within the construction industry, AI resistance is high–but optimism is driving curiosity and the desire for more balanced and positive examples of AI adoption.
Volvo CE has taken a 22% ownership stake in VizaLogix, a US-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) company specializing in digital, brand-neutral solutions for machine monitoring, servicing and tech support in multiple industries. The deal supports the Volvo CE strategy to grow services that customers are looking for as digitization and data take on increasing importance among construction and mining fleets and equipment dealers.
MOCA Systems, Inc., a leading provider of services and software for large, complex, and socially important construction, is pleased to announce that Brett Adamczyk has joined MSI as Executive Vice President to lead the company’s software division, provider of Touchplan®, the most trusted software platform for collaborative construction planning. Mr. Adamczyk is a highly experienced SaaS business operator and well-known transformational leader with a recognized ability to drive company growth and create strong business value for enterprise customers.
Renoworks Pro has integrated with Ingage to offer contractors a seamless workflow solution. This integration is designed to enhance project presentations and streamline the process from initial design through to the final proposal stages. Contractors can now leverage Renoworks Pro’s robust visualization capabilities alongside Ingage’s interactive presentation tools, enabling more effective client engagement and efficient project coordination.
4D BIM is a construction-industry process that is being utilized with greater frequency on projects of all sizes. In this process, 3D models are combined with time- and schedule-related information such as projects, site surveys, and logistics models. The integration of time improves the model’s functionality for project teams and presents a deeper understanding of the project plan, providing a clearer picture of the project deliverables, timescales, and methodology, which leads to a safer design and construction process.
