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Ontraccr, a pioneering no-code platform specifically designed for the construction industry, has achieved a significant milestone by being recognized as one of the Top 50 most promising Contech startups in 2024 by Cemex Ventures. This distinction highlights Ontraccr’s innovative approach in…

The complicated geometry and BIM used to build The National WWII Museum in New Orleans, LA, required close collaboration across the project team—with the owner, GC, and trade partners all coming together. In this fascinating discussion, learn from MAPP how teaming…

This article reports on a lawsuit involving homes endorsed by celebrity contractor Mike Holmes, under the brand “Holmes Approved Homes.” Tarion, a consumer watchdog, has filed a lawsuit alleging significant construction defects in 14 houses located in the TerraceWood development. These…

viAct, a leader in construction technology, stands as a visionary, offering a glimpse into the future with its crystal ball insights. As we step into 2024, their forecasts take center stage, unveiling anticipated trends that are poised to redefine the landscape…

This article reports a concerning trend in the U.S. rooftop solar industry, highlighting its potential verge of collapse. In the latter part of 2023, over 100 residential solar dealers and installers declared bankruptcy. This alarming number indicates significant financial instability within…

A look at the world of Construction Technology – by Arnie Gess, publisher of Construction Links Network. Calling All Construction Tech Enthusiasts! Do you have the latest scoop in construction technology? Submit your news releases to us! Don’t miss the Tuesday deadline each…

Lumber, an innovative AI-driven construction workforce management tool, recently launched an automated payroll feature, transforming the way construction companies manage payroll. This cutting-edge feature integrates prevailing wages, overtime, PTO, and tax deductions, reducing a laborious 20-hour weekly task to just 30…

The Regional Municipality of Durham, in collaboration with Windfall Ecology Centre, has unveiled the Durham Greener Buildings Program. This pioneering initiative aims to support the building sector’s journey towards climate action and sustainability. Durham Greener Buildings, a benchmarking and disclosure program,…

Toronto’s landscape has been enriched with the opening of two modern, eye-catching structures: the Cherry Street North and Commissioners Street Bridges. These bridges, key elements in the transformation of 500 acres of underutilized land in the Port Lands, mark a major…

This article from Dalhousie University highlights a significant collaboration between Pomerleau, a leading Canadian construction firm, the Ulnooweg Education Centre, and Dalhousie Engineering. This partnership focuses on enhancing the accessibility and inclusivity of engineering education. It specifically targets underrepresented youth, including…

This article from Northern Ontario Business highlights the Northeastern Ontario Construction Association’s (NOCA) perspective on the benefits of trades for women. Emphasizing trades as a career path that offers women financial independence, stability, and security, NOCA advocates for greater female participation…

This article discusses the ongoing efforts of Metrolinx in the construction of the Ontario Line subway in Toronto. Although Metrolinx is progressing in supporting businesses and communities affected by the project, there is a need for better communication with local residents…

Document Crunch, a leader in contract intelligence for the construction industry, has unveiled its innovative Chat feature, transforming how stakeholders interact with contracts. This AI-powered chat interface offers instant insights and collaboration, reshaping project execution for general contractors, engineers, architects, and…

Mechasys, the innovative Montreal-based tech firm renowned for its millimetric projected reality technology in construction, has achieved a significant milestone with a successful funding round. This round is spearheaded by Great Wave Ventures (previously Agya Ventures), alongside prestigious entities like Tokyu…

Dusty Robotics, a Mountain View, California-based company, has unveiled their latest innovation – the FieldPrint Platform. This second-generation robot represents a significant leap in building information modeling (BIM) to field automation, designed to streamline construction workflows and reduce manual errors. The…