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By: The Utility Expo staff What will the next level of utility fleet management look like? The criteria used by the National Association of Fleet Administrators (NAFA) to identify the top fleets in the Americas provide a good starting point. Criteria…

Canadians are exposed to lead through many sources, while non‑food items containing lead (such as dust, lead-based paint, soil) and drinking water remain among the top sources of exposure. Lead is a toxin that can affect the neurological system, including the…

More attention needed around retention and developing more inclusive practices By Rosa Saba, The Canadian Press The construction industry is short tens of thousands of workers, and experts say a coming wave of retirements could make the problem worse even as…

The shift to more sustainable heating and cooling usually happens home by home, as individual homeowners install heat pumps to replace fossil-powered furnaces. But in Framingham, Massachusetts, a neighborhood is making the transition together.   This week, the local gas utility,…

Complete site documentation can be a challenge for builders, especially as projects grow, evolve, and change. Where should you focus your construction cameras? How can you ensure that you’re capturing the most important angles? What about sites with awkward or risky…

Engineers at Princeton University are deploying lasers to precisely evaluate a major drawback of 3D-printed cement — the material’s resistance to fracture. The researchers hope that progress in this area could lead to a wider use of additive manufacturing in cement-based…

In accordance with the IAPMO Regulations Governing Committee Projects, IAPMO would like to announce that a tentative interim amendment (TIA) to the 2024 edition of the Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC®) is being submitted for public comment. UMC TIA 001-24 revises text…

A look at the world of Construction Technology – by Arnie Gess, publisher of Construction Links Network Do you have ConTech news to share? Editorial submission deadline is every Friday a noon. Ideal for news releases, blogs, podcasts, upcoming webinars and videos. Always…

The nation’s only construction software specifically designed for subcontractors is adding Spanish to the language capabilities on its mobile applications for iOS and Android. The move further separates eSUB Construction Software from several competitors that are still English-only.  “A few years ago, the…

ROOFLE Technologies, the trailblazing SaaS company reshaping the home services industry, recently announced the groundbreaking addition of Contractor Loan PRO powered by Momnt Financing to its transformative Roof Quote PRO™ Version 2. This latest innovation is set to revolutionize how homeowners…

ProNovos, a leading technology firm known for its analytics, financial workflows and project-management solutions for construction contractors, recently announced the appointment of Samantha Lake as Chief Operating Officer. With more than 16 years of diverse experience in associations, technology, organizational culture, and training and development, Lake…

Exodigo, the most accurate non-intrusive subsurface imaging platform, recently announced the results of its first project in France and its official entry into the market. Exodigo successfully provided more accurate underground utility maps to reduce utility strike risks for VINCI Construction, a global…

Dublin-based Software as a Service (SaaS) company, danalto Ltd., recently announced a new integration with Autodesk Construction Cloud®, a portfolio of software and services that combines advanced technology, a builders network and predictive insights for construction teams. Now, customers can embed danalto’s…

ProPlanner announces the exciting rebranding of its construction scheduling platform to Outbuild. With the new name and identity comes a renewed mission to make life easier for those working on construction job sites around the world. Outbuild will continue to provide meaningful connections…

In response to feedback from the field, Advanced Construction Robotics (ACR) announces a new deployment method for TyBOT, called edge form bogies, a significant enhancement that simplifies and speeds up on-site deployment. This unique design eliminates the need for screed rail,…