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Galliford Try rebrands its Security and Active Fire business as Asset Intelligence

Galliford Try has rebranded its Security and Active Fire business as Asset Intelligence following the acquisition of nmcn’s water and asset security businesses in October.

Construction Skills Certification Scheme launch ‘Smart Check’ app

The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) has developed a ‘Smart Check’ app to boost competence and fight fraud.

UK Construction Week Innovation Zone to showcase green construction innovations

UK Construction Week Innovation Zone, held at London’s ExCel from 3-5 May, will showcase the sector’s green change-makers, demonstrating the latest construction innovations.

Kier adopts Procore as part of its digital first business ambitions 

Kier has selected Procore's enterprise-ready platform solution to aid its transition towards becoming a digital first business. 

Everything the construction industry needs to know about the PSTN switch off 

Doug Mulvihill, marketing manager, UK and Ireland, of Ringover, discusses the future of telephony and how construction companies can prepare for the PSTN switch off.

How are robots facilitating 3D mapping on construction sites?

Dr. Sen Wang, associate professor in Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS) at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh and Lead on RAS theme at the National Robotarium, discusses how robots can facilitate 3D mapping on construction sites and what the industry can expect in the future robotics.

Construction gold standard needs gold standard IT strategy

Professor David Mosey's independent review of public sector construction frameworks has called for a new "gold standard" for procurement. Realising this ambition will also require a gold standard construction IT strategy, says Walter Hume of Rimini Street .

New free construction site diary app supports seamless digital working

A free construction site diary app is making waves in the industry by offering digital working alternatives to outdated paper-based systems.

Vectorworks launches new unity-based 3D model viewing technology

Vectorworks, Inc. has released its third service pack for the Vectorworks 2022 product line, which includes 3D model viewing technology, and improvements to Vectorworks Cloud Services for all design customers.

Why are cloud workstations critical for AEC firms?

Cloud workstations can benefit AEC firms in a number of ways, from reducing costs and simplifying IT infrastructure. Workspot cloud solution tells us more.

[Video] First 3D printed home in US handed over by Habitat for Humanity

The first 3D printed home to be completed by Habitat for Humanity in the United States was handed over to its new owner on 21 December.

Funding bolsters Re-flow toolset with powerful new form builder

Re-Flow's powerful new form builder, which allows construction businesses to build simple forms within seconds, has received a significant funding boost to help bolster the future of Re-flow’s toolset.

Best practices for cybersecurity in construction

Bryce Austin from TCE Strategy shares some of the top tips and best practices for cybersecurity in construction with Trimble Viewpoint.

Radical new methods for underground construction

Lateral thinking and technology transfer are set to revolutionise the construction of transportation and utilities tunnels, underpasses, car parks and other underground structures. Patrick Lane-Nott, director of engineering at hyperTunnel, explains how.

‘Bot’ the Builder: Are robots the future of construction?

Mark Sugden and Chris Froud, senior associates and patent attorneys specialising in construction and robotics respectively at Withers & Rogers, explore the potential of using robots in construction.

Embracing drones for construction to achieve sustainability objectives

David Pounder, future aviation systems engineer, Connected Places Catapult, shares how embracing drones in construction can help meet sustainability objectives while increasing work efficiencies and safety measures.

The role of public purpose technology in levelling up

With the government setting out its ambitions for levelling up the UK, Bluebell Drummond of StateUp examines the role of public purpose technology in building and improving infrastructure.

Hackathons: Helping construction harness data, the future of the sector

Hackathons can harness the full potential of data to bring forward groundbreaking ideas for the construction industry, says Gareth Parkes, head of data and analytics at Sir Robert McAlpine.

Re-flow secures further round of seed funding

Re-flow has secured a further round of seed funding from investors, cementing commitment to support the company's growth as demand for its services increases.

Digital Construction Report: Industry is set to embrace technology

NBS’ annual Digital Construction Report found that construction technologies are set to be a game-changer within the next five years. David Bain, NBS research manager, takes a look at some of the report’s key findings and the technologies that are shaping the sector.

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