Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

The contractor's warehouse customers rely on the firm's expertise suggesting and incorporating end-use equipment and processes during its design phase.

Building Automation 167

Building Automation Building Design 167

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 21, 2024

Bromley Companies’ newly restored 11-story mixed-use building in the Flatiron District recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the most widely used green building rating system in the world and an international symbol of excellence in sustainable development.

Energy Efficiency 147

Energy Efficiency Green Building Building Automation Flooring Systems 147

Business Facilities

MAY 17, 2022

In its first step toward transitioning to U.S. production, kids' bike manufacturer Guardian Bikes is moving production from China to Seymour, IN.

Building Automation 98

Building Automation 98

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It also describes uses of AI during the construction project lifecycle, including preconstruction, construction, and building maintenance. Preconstruction examples: Hypar ’s artificial intelligence function lets you describe a building and turn your text into a quantifiable building model.

Building Automation 264

Building Automation Lean Construction Building Optimization Building Codes 264

Construction Dive

MARCH 18, 2020

Though automated tasks in the factory can elevate offsite productivity beyond traditional methods, it's more important to innovate the building process to capitalize on modular's potential to disrupt.

Building Automation 292

Building Automation 292

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 5, 2024

By automating cost entry, HeavyBid enables self-performing contractors and estimators to work faster than ever with increased accuracy, building initial estimates in minutes with multiple layers of cost detail. Within HeavyBid’s interface, it’s easy to import bid and pay schedules and automate codebook activity and resource entry.

Estimating 198

Estimating Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Project Management 198

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The company manufactures panelized, flat-packed, timber-framed housing in its own cells with an automated process capable of generating 3,500 units per year, according to Forbes. In a recent project, Gropyus completed a nine-story building with 54 units in just 11 weeks. Read more Building Technology Innovation Building Technology

Building Automation 130

Building Automation Building Design Energy Efficiency Property Management 130

Construction Dive

MAY 15, 2019

Midsize and major contractors are beginning to integrate intelligent machines to pair with BIM and building automation and to help with worker shortages and other productivity issues, a new report found.

Building Automation 335

Building Automation 335

Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Researchers are developing algorithms that help computers automate the review of a building's design model, compare it with city and state building codes and flag any violations, for example.

Building Automation 321

Building Automation Building Codes Building Design 321

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

New leader focused on driving success of industrial and advanced manufacturing markets PITTSBURGH, PA – Global integrated design firm Stantec has promoted Greg Hall to lead the industrial sector for its Buildings practice, overseeing strategic direction, performance, and growth globally.

Building Automation 264

Building Automation Facility Management Foundation Systems Building Design 264

ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Construction software giant Autodesk has doubled down on a commitment it made two years ago, when then-new CEO Andrew Anagnost said it was a construction software company first, so making its tools work in an automated construction workplace is its future.

Building Automation 63

Building Automation 63

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 13, 2023

HxDR powers Hexagon’s digital reality applications with storage, visualisation, collaboration tools and automated microservices for data processing. At the heart of Hexagon’s cloud services is HxDR, a cloud-native platform for geospatial data at any scale. HxDR also powers Reality Cloud Studio, HxGN GeoCloud and the HxGN Content Program.

Building Automation 273

Building Automation Structural Systems Facility Management Collaboration 273

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

By Steve Insley Kings Cross Station became the largest railway station in Britain when it opened in 1852, and today, it remains one of England’s most important historic buildings. “Using Tekla to automate the model was essential for this work. Incorporating parametric design into the workflow transforms this process.

Building Automation 246

Building Automation Building Design Approvals Building Optimization 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Established in 1985, Stellar is an industry-leading design-build firm that incorporates architecture, engineering, and construction into an integrated approach. As business increased and the Revit users got increasingly busier, this process became more challenging to maintain, and it was time to investigate ways to automate the process.

Building Automation 130

Building Automation Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Design 130

BD+C

MARCH 13, 2018

based firm is attempting to bring building design to a new frontier with computational software that uses algorithms to help clients complete large-scale and complex projects in less time, at lower cost, and with more efficient operations. The Brisbane, Calif.-based

Building Automation 74

Building Automation Building Design 74

Building Radar

JULY 25, 2024

Advanced Robotics and Automation Automation and robotics are playing an increasingly significant role in construction supply chains. Automation in warehouses and logistics centers helps optimize inventory management and reduce operational costs. Learn more about blockchain’s impact on supply chains at TraxTech.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Automation Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

RIC Technology’s cutting edge robotic arm based 3D printing system builds the entire house on-site in a highly automated process, as a result, freeing up human labor from dangerous and laborious work. Essentially we can build more affordable, resilient, and durable houses with fewer resources and lower cost,” said Xu.

Foundation Systems 262

Foundation Systems Wall Systems Building Automation Construction Equipment 262

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 4, 2023

Transcend’s market-leading generative design software, the Transcend Design Generator (TDG), fully automates the conceptual and preliminary design of critical infrastructure assets, enabling asset owners to reduce design costs and timelines and prioritizes the incorporation of innovative and sustainable technologies.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 237

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Infrastructure Development Building Automation Building Resilience 237

ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Autodesk has released Informed Design, add-ons for Revit and Inventor that help automate the process of placing manufactured products into building information models.

Building Automation 98

Building Automation Building Design 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 6, 2024

Building your own AI assistants or GPTs (generative pre-trained transformers) opens up new avenues for every role, title, job, and skill in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry. I recently gave a hands-on demonstration specifically for marketers on how to build a GPT within OpenAI’s ChatGPT platform.

Stakeholder Engagement 258

Stakeholder Engagement Building Automation Public Works Quality Control 258

BD+C

JUNE 18, 2014

ASHRAE recently released Guideline 13-2014, Specifying Building Automation Systems. read more.

Building Automation 60

Building Automation Building Codes Building Standards Building Design 60

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 16, 2023

The SaaS application that makes reality capture data accessible to everyone combines advanced Hexagon technologies with high levels of automation to make data processing simple-to-use while delivering professional results. Users can collaborate in real-time with measurements, annotations, attachments, comments and virtual tours.

Building Automation 130

Building Automation Building Performance Measurement Communication Building Controls 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Automation and data synchronization light the way to tunnel success By Mary Jo Wagner As a tunnel surveyor with Eiffage, a French civil engineering construction company, Christophe Poloni knows a thing or two about uncertainty. One of seven tunnels being built for the 17.5-km, Valued at EUR 516 million (NOK 5.2

Building Performance Measurement 130

Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Quality Control Surveying 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Through this collaboration, HCSS and Miter will help customers build better teams and solve their urgent human capital challenges. With the Miter and HCSS integration, customers will be able to automate certified payroll reporting and ensure direct and indirect job costs flow neatly into their ERP. “We

Building Automation 264

Building Automation Construction Management Project Management Collaboration 264

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In response, technology companies are leveraging automation and robotics for eco-friendly construction methods, while architects are finding ways to incorporate resiliency and efficiency into new-home designs. Read more Energy Efficiency Environmental Home Design Energy Efficiency

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Automation Building Standards 130

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In response, technology companies are leveraging automation and robotics for eco-friendly construction methods, while architects are finding ways to incorporate resiliency and efficiency into new-home designs. Read more Energy Efficiency Environmental Home Design Energy Efficiency

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Automation Building Standards 130

CCR Magazine

JULY 18, 2024

Zoning: For larger spaces or multi-level buildings, zoning the AC system allows for targeted cooling in different areas based on usage and occupancy. Green Building Standards: Align AC setup with green building standards and sustainability initiatives for long-term environmental benefits. Occupancy and Usage Patterns 2.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Building Code Compliance Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems 52

For Construction Pros

MAY 15, 2024

As we look to the future, we can expect to see AI-powered robots and automated machinery performing repetitive tasks on the jobsite, such as digging trenches, moving earth, or building brick walls with great precision.

Building Automation 52

Building Automation 52

The Pro Builder

MAY 13, 2024

In today’s market, automating homes can build equity and smart home features can help a home sell faster, at a higher price. These metrics suggest consumers are actively pursuing smart technology when house hunting to aid with energy efficiency, provide greater home security, and potentially increase resale value.

Building Automation 130

Building Automation Energy Efficiency 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 28, 2024

The performance warranty for builders’ risk program, introduced in 2023, is designed to mitigate the steeply rising costs of water damage claims in commercial properties and on construction sites for new buildings, renovations, and large retrofit projects. HSB holds A.M. Best Company’s highest financial rating, A++ (Superior).

Insurance Management 261

Insurance Management Real Estate Development Risk Management Facility Management 261

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

Structural Engineer HDR Dallas, TX Few structural engineers have the same level of experience that Mark Rocha has in the design and construction of highly complex building projects combined with a passion for automation and programming.

Engineering 130

Engineering Building Automation Architecture Building Design 130

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 12, 2023

It doesn’t help that business media coverage of the topic estimates AI will eventually (and probably sooner than later) fully replace 25% of current jobs , while two-thirds of all jobs (roughly 300 million) will be affected by AI automation in some way. Building Technology Building Technology Business Management Innovation Rich Binsacca

Building Automation 246

Building Automation Warranty Change Management Inspection 246

iField Smart

JULY 11, 2024

Building Information Modeling (BIM): BIM software enables the creation of a comprehensive 3D model of the structure, seamlessly integrated with as-built drawings to offer a holistic understanding of the building’s intricacies. ML algorithms will learn from existing as-builts, improving their accuracy and efficiency over time.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 76

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Building Optimization 76

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2024

Highlighting the impact of automation and digital tools, it explores how these advancements are revolutionizing productivity and compliance, reshaping the way construction projects are managed and executed. These systems automate the generation of accurate and compliant paystubs, reducing the administrative burden and potential for error.

Building Automation 59

Building Automation Change Management Risk Management Schedule Management 59

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Flexible and comprehensive features for track monitoring The T4D Rail module now provides the flexibility to use wireless tiltmeters or automated monitoring total stations (AMTS) to monitor track geometry. This streamlines the deployment of monitoring systems and provides automated analytics to meet the requirements of several countries.

Surveying 130

Surveying Quality Control Building Performance Measurement Building Automation 130

Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Tips Construction Company’s Can Use To Save Energy Here are some of the top tips that can help construction companies save energy while building their projects. This plan can also identify any areas that might need more energy-efficient building design and operations. Complying with building code requirements ensures safety.

Renewable Energy Systems 104

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Building Automation 104

CCE Magazine

MAY 9, 2023

The Italian business commissioned an automation solution to enhance warehouse space and efficiency F.lli Zangrillo Materiali da Costruzione (Zangillo), Italian distributor of hardware and building materials, is set to achieve faster deliveries as it begins automating its facilities.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Building Commissioning Building Automation Facility Management 52