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What AEC can learn from manufacturing about digital transformation

As the two sectors continue to converge, Arvind Rao, CTO of Edge Platforms, EdgeVerve, asks what Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industries can learn from manufacturing about the digital transformation.

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Government responds to report on Modern Methods of Construction

Following a recent report on Modern Methods of Construction from the Housing, Communities and Local Government Select Committee, the government has released their response.

Digital tools record concrete pour at Tilbury2

As part of the delivery of a new multi-million pound port terminal, Tilbury2, contractors Graham have been maximising the use of digital tools on site.

UK construction industry to ramp up digitisation in 2020

The UK construction industry is ramping up its digital transformation efforts, as 2020 is set to be a pivotal year for the industry, according to new research.

Sisk introduces lifting robotics to construction projects

John Sisk & Son has introduced lifting robotics to construction projects, investing £135k to enhance productivity on its sites and minimise health and safety risks.

Skanska and innogy Innovation Hub partner for office building innovation

Skanska and innogy Innovation Hub have entered into an agreement on strategic cooperation regarding technology development in commercial real estate.

Five construction technology trends of 2019

Construction technology, which traditionally has always been behind the curve has now been realised as a market with the biggest opportunity for technology growth and innovation.

Shaping construction with drone digital/reality capture technology

Ian Tansey of ProDroneWorx discusses how digital/reality capture outputs from drone technology revolutionised the management of a construction project.

Transforming Construction: Driving innovation

Sam Stacey, challenge director, UKRI Transforming Construction, talks to PBC Today about why he took on the role, the key aims of the Transforming Construction Challenge and the future of precision manufacturing and offsite construction.

Construction app to ‘save lives’ on building projects

An innovative construction app has been developed by researchers at Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) to reduce injuries and save lives on construction projects.

How estimating software streamlines construction projects

Build Aviator tells PBC Today how using estimating software can transform your construction project.

Shaping the future of construction with digital technology

Melanie Dawson, director of digital construction at GRAHAM, discusses digital construction, BIM and smart ways of working in the construction industry.

Building Innovation Awards to attend Construction Software Show

The Building Innovation Awards is heading to Derby on 25 June for the Construction Software Show to reveal how your innovative approach to construction could get recognised.

FERSA scoops industry 4.0 award after showcasing IES iSCAN tech

FERSA, which provides complete bearing solutions for the automotive industry worldwide, scooped the Industry 4.0 Award at a recent manufacturing event.

NBS appoints new chief revenue officer

Technology platform for the construction industry, NBS, has announced the appointment of Chris Slinn as its new chief revenue officer.

How technology can end construction’s productivity slump

Ibrahim Imam, co-founder and managing director of PlanRadar, looks at how construction technology megatrends could help the industry beat its 20 year-long productivity slump.

IES case study: Dundalk Institute of Technology

With the overarching aim of achieving a Net Zero Energy Campus, IES worked with DKIT to virtually model and analyse their distributed electricity network.

Construction connectivity: Getting back to basics

Technology such as drones, robotics and 3D printing offer huge potential for construction but the sites of the future cannot become a reality until the industry conquers the basics of construction connectivity.

Virtual reality building: Is VR the future of construction?

Lift Mini Cranes Ltd takes a look at how virtual reality (VR) is currently being put to use in the construction industry, and how it could become even more useful in the future.

Urban Land Institute launches Urban Technology Framework

The Urban Land Institute, creators of sustainable communities, has launched an Urban Technology Framework to help cities advance into the next generation.

Amey trials innovative robotic exosuit to reduce safety risks

Amey is trialling an innovative robotic exosuit with operatives working on the Forth Bridges in Scotland, the EksoVest aims to reduce the risks posed by manual handling tasks.

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