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July 15, 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.
Guiding a project to the best possible outcome requires lots of information. And, the decisions we make along the way are only as good as the quality of the information we have. With outdated or inaccurate information, project decision-makers could steer the project in the wrong direction. But, with accurate information collected by real-time reporting, decision-makers have the tools to make the best possible decision in much less time. This blog by Premier Construction Software will explain the most important benefits of using software to track project progress and using real-time reporting to make decisions.
In today’s fast-paced and competitive construction industry, efficient project management is the key to success. With numerous moving parts, tight deadlines, and complex workflows, staying organized and maintaining control over projects can be a daunting challenge. That’s where project management software comes in. This blog by OnTraccr Technologies will explore why project management software is the most critical technology decision a construction business can make, revolutionizing how projects are planned, executed, and delivered.
In this new case study, fleet manager Dan Maitland outlines how maintenance management software from B2W helped his team at Ajax switch from a reactive to a proactive approach. Results include big drops in direct repair costs, unplanned work and emergency work orders. The paving and road construction company with operations in Florida and Michigan has cut equipment repair costs by 11 percent, according to Maitland. Ajax has also increased average mean time between failures by 120 percent, cut unplanned maintenance work in half and reduced emergency work by 41 percent. Learn more and download the case study.
Technology will play an integral role in uniting the AEC industry to reduce our carbon footprint. Download this Whiepaper courtesy of SoftwareOne Canada and learn why AEC companies should care about sustainability and how everyone can play a role in helping to minimize the industry’s impact on the environment.
TrueLook Construction Cameras, a leading provider of jobsite security solutions, announces the launch of its latest product offering: strobes and sirens. This addition to the TrueLook product line sets a new standard in jobsite security, providing customers with unparalleled protection and peace of mind. Strobes and sirens seamlessly integrate with TrueLook’s professional monitoring service, Jobsite Surveillance. In the event of a threat detected and verified by TrueLook’s five-diamond, UL-listed monitoring center, the strobes and sirens are instantly activated, creating a visual and auditory display of flashing lights and booming sound that delivers a clear message to potential intruders: your jobsite is safeguarded.
Construction sites are no walk in the park. On-site accidents and potential liability lurk around every corner. And given the amount of hazards, heavy-duty machinery, power tools and people in play, building sites can be a nightmare waiting to happen. Sadly, we are all too familiar with the scary stats. Keep reading this blog by Trusstor.
CIBC Innovation Banking recently announced that it has provided an extension to its existing growth capital financing to construction-software company, Bridgit. Bridgit’s workforce planning and optimization platform transforms workforce data into actionable insights, allowing contractors to bid on and staff projects with information at their fingertips. Bridgit is a leading workforce planning product in the construction industry, with 30% of top American contractors utilizing the platform to plan their resourcing needs. Bridgit has released 52 new features in the last year and announced 16 integrations (with companies such as Procore, Autodesk and Trimble), with plans to continue expanding in the future.
Command Alkon, the leading software and solutions provider bringing together technology and people for the heavy building industry, recognizes the shortage of drivers that plagues the aggregates industry, exacerbated by funding for new infrastructure projects, competition with other industries to recruit and retain employees, and rising fuel costs. To be successful during this time, aggregate suppliers must add automated solutions and real-time data to do more with less. Apex scale ticketing software and add-on automation technologies can help to increase efficiency in daily operations, enhance decision making, and optimize customer service.
C-Crete Technologies recently unveiled its groundbreaking cement-free concrete, a first-of-its-kind innovation in the construction industry, with its debut pour in a commercial building in Seattle. The sustainable alternative to Portland cement produces almost no carbon dioxide in its manufacturing and actually absorbs CO2 from the air over time. Approximately 60 tons of the cement-free concrete were poured in the foundations and shear walls of the Seattle project at 7200 Woodlawn, an adaptive re-use development of a 120-year-old historic brick building that used concrete as part of a seismic retrofit.
Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has announced the release of a new modular 3D laser scanner designed for large surface inspection for use with both its laser tracker and portable measuring arm devices. The new Absolute Scanner AS1-XL is built on the same SHINE technology as its flagship Absolute Scanner AS1, allowing it to collect extremely clean 3D data at very high speeds from even the most challenging surface types. With a wider scan line, the new scanner is designed for inspecting large surfaces and deep cavities across inspection applications such as aerospace panels, marine propellers and large automotive castings.
Green Badger recently released a free, detailed guide to help general contractors understand changing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting requirements, tactics for implementing a successful program, and potential pitfalls to avoid. The “General Contractor’s Guide to ESG Implementation” guide provides step-by-step advice on what aspects of a new program to focus on first, and breaks down construction industry ESG metrics and goals into three tiers
Eagle Point Software, Autodesk, the Autodesk Foundation, and Microdesk have collaborated to equip Pallet, a Public Benefit Corporation, with the technology needed to scale technical training opportunities for those transitioning into permanent housing. Pallet manufactures rapid-response shelter villages for unhoused people. Pallet’s panelized shelters can each be built in about two hours and offer cost-effective and high-quality transitional housing plus safety and dignity in a community setting.
Companies are building their own training programs now more than ever. There is new research showing that company-specific training programs reduce incidents from 7-10% over general purpose training programs. In addition to saving companies money, it has never been easier to make your own training programs with plug and play Learning Management System (LMS) programs that provide a way for you to host your own content. Training badges are an increasingly popular way for employees to track their own training. Newer LMS programs generates a specific QR Code for each employee that can be printed using thermal printed training badges or using a sticker for a hard hat. Anyone with a smartphone can then click on the QR code to see a list of each employee’s training which is managed through a cloud-based application.
Sysdyne Technologies, the Leading Cloud-Native Software Platform for Ready-Mix Concrete Producers, announces Henry Lee’s promotion to head of customer success. Driven by record software bookings in the first half of 2023, the company is investing in key areas of the business to ensure exceptional experiences and customer support as Sysdyne rapidly scales. Henry Lee joined Sysdyne in 2019 as International Sales Manager. His customer focused mind-set and impact on the company led to a series of advancements including Director, Global Sales and Business Development, and most recently serving as Director of Solution Engineering and International Sales. His dedication to customers, comprehensive knowledge and experience of ready-mix software solutions made him the ideal choice to head our customer success team.
