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July 31, 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.
Managing construction costs is a critical aspect of any construction project. Cost overruns and budgeting challenges can lead to financial strain, project delays, and compromised quality. Therefore, effective budgeting and cost control are essential to ensure project success. In this comprehensive blog post by OnTraccr Technologies, you will explore valuable tips and strategies for managing construction costs, from accurate budget estimation to proactive cost control measures.
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 connected technologies can help ease this frustration. Learn more by downloading this Whitepaper from SoftwareOne Canada.
With all of the uncontrollable factors that can impact construction projects, remote monitoring is an increasingly effective solution for builders and project managers. But with so many technical terms and specifications, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when looking for the right camera for your project. As you take the next step in ensuring safety, productivity, and security, this blog by TrueLook Construction Cameras will discuss the essential specs to know about when choosing the best construction camera for your goals and needs.
The WIP report is one of the most valuable reports that a construction company has. Also known as a Work In Progress report, this tool allows management to identify potential cash flow issues, project progress, and the overall trajectory of their projects. But these reports are tough to maintain and require constant updates. And here’s a hint: that spreadsheet won’t cut it. This guide by Premier Construction Software will explain what WIP reporting is and the benefits that construction management software can offer.
Organizers of Commercial UAV Expo, the world’s leading commercial drone trade show and conference, have announced an impressive list of top UAS companies from around the globe that have signed on to exhibit at the 2023 event. Commercial UAV Expo will take place September 5-7, 2023, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas. Countries represented at the event are far-reaching and represent the global breath of the commercial UAV industry, including a Korea Pavilion, and exhibitors from Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Chile, Finland, France, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Netherlands, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, and Uruguay. Learn more and register.
The construction industry has a unique set of requirements for time tracking. Choosing a solution that works for your company is an important decision. In this blog by SmartBarrel, you can check out this comparison of the top time tracking solutions for construction contractors. If you’re looking to improve productivity on the job site, paper timesheets look like a great place to start. But once you start testing out new technology on the job site, many contractors have realized that it’s not always as easy as installing an app and calling it a day.
OpenSpace, the global leader in 360° reality capture and AI-powered analytics, recently announced product innovations aimed at increasing the scale, speed and reliability of its reality capture platform. With 150,000 users capturing 20 billion square feet of data in 93 countries, OpenSpace continues to experience rapid growth. The company has made investments to enable its technology to scale and meet the evolving needs of its customers, whether they are deploying OpenSpace on a single project or expanding to a global portfolio.
CMiC recently announced a new partnership with Harris, a leader in design and engineering, construction, manufacturing, building automation, service, conveyors, and end-to-end building systems.” To support the unprecedented business growth they experienced in recent years, decision-makers at Harris developed a plan to find a robust, industry-specific solution to help them optimize key areas and processes – specifically, project forecasting, labor productivity, and change order management.
Raiven, a leading purchasing and supply chain management platform for contractors and facility managers, welcomes alpscontrols.com as the newest addition to their growing catalog of top-rated, online HVAC distributors. For over 25 years, alpscontrols has been a leading online marketplace in the HVAC industry, offering more than 100 million unique parts and equipment from over 170 of the industry’s most respected manufacturers, including Siemens, Belimo, Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, and more.
Warehoos.com’s Supplier Partner Program (SPP) has expanded the sales reach for multiple building supply yards, distributors, and manufacturers. By partnering with Warehoos to capture online demand for their products, wholesale building supply firms such as PowerHouse Building Solutions, BC-based manufacturer JonaPanel Sales, and Texas-based Fortress Building Products are fulfilling orders they may not have gotten otherwise. The program has expanded rapidly since its inception in 2021.
ICON, the construction technologies company pioneering large scale 3D printing, recently announced that Robert Harmon has joined the company as its General Counsel and member of the senior management team. Harmon will oversee legal affairs, regulatory compliance and policy functions of ICON’s rapidly growing business across private and public sectors. ICON is underway delivering the largest community of 3D-printed homes in the world just outside of Austin alongside one of the nation’s leading homebuilders, Lennar. The 100-home community codesigned by BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group illustrates that construction-scale 3D printing not only delivers higher-quality homes faster and more affordably, but can change the way entire communities are built for the better.
Mechanical Simulation Corporation recently announced the release of the 2023.1 versions of its VehicleSim® software products: CarSim®, TruckSim®, BikeSim®, and SuspensionSim®. This release adds alternate steering methods including differential steering (skid steer) and hydrostatic articulation, found in many construction and mining vehicles. The most common skid steer vehicle is a type of forklift used in landscaping. A hydrostatically articulated vehicle can be steered using a yaw hydraulic pivot point to bend the vehicle. These features are a perfect pairing with Mechanical Simulation Corporation’s soft soil tire model.
The digitalization of building design and construction presents challenges and major opportunities. The need to manage and marshal project information is much greater than in the “analogue” world. Yet if done right, a shift to digital processes can save money and time, and end with a greener, more usable building. However, to fully realize these benefits, many projects are missing a key ingredient: expertise. Not in the core disciplines of architectural design and physical build, of course. But in the coordination and digitalization of project information. Done well, this expertise can help deliver the vision faster, more effectively, and at a lower cost.
ArcSite, the number one 2D CAD app on iOS, announces full availability on all Android platforms, making it possible for a wide range of users to employ the application for their CAD and drawing needs. ArcSite puts the power of CAD/BIM in the hands of anyone with a mobile device, allowing hundreds of thousands of users to create 2D drawings and capture building information for a variety of applications. Residential and commercial contractors sketch site plans and generate material lists and estimates, while homeowners and hobbyists use ArcSite for home design or remodeling projects.
