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Archives for November 28, 2017

Robots Swarm Construction: Many Hands Make Light Work

November 28, 2017 by John Biggs

Scientists have been looking to such insect behavior to model a new form of construction, done by swarms of semi-autonomous robots that can construct basic structures with minimal programming and human intervention. This could be … about Robots Swarm Construction: Many Hands Make Light Work

Categories: Technology Tags: Contech, Robotics

What’s behind the construction industry’s productivity problem?

November 28, 2017 by Jobsite Editorial

The construction industry has a productivity problem. That is, according to a McKinsey Global Institute report which found that the construction industry’s global labor-productivity growth was only 1 per cent per year over the past … about What’s behind the construction industry’s productivity problem?

Categories: Business Tags: Project Management

How to Build a Carbon Neutral Building

November 28, 2017 by Willow Aliento

There’s a growing buzz about carbon neutral buildings, especially since the Australian federal government has recently defined a standard for them under the National Carbon Offset Standard. But how exactly do you build one? Jobsite … about How to Build a Carbon Neutral Building

Categories: Australia, More Tags: Green Building

How LinkedIn Company Pages Help Construction Businesses Grow

November 28, 2017 by Jobsite Editorial

A social media marketing presence is an absolute must for construction companies looking to grow and remain viable in today’s marketplace and beyond. With so many social media platforms out there, it can be tricky … about How LinkedIn Company Pages Help Construction Businesses Grow

Categories: Business Tags: Project Management

A Paperless Construction Industry is Still a Dream, But We’re Getting Closer

November 28, 2017 by John Biggs

Paper is as much a part of the construction industry as boots and a hard hat. But in recent years, numerous transformative technological advancements have emerged making the construction industry slowly but surely less paper-dependent. … about A Paperless Construction Industry is Still a Dream, But We’re Getting Closer

Categories: Technology Tags: Construction Software

Inspiring Projects from the 2017 Timber Design Awards

November 28, 2017 by Willow Aliento

Timber can do so much more than framing, formwork, architectural features, and finishes. The winners of this year’s 2017 Timber Design Awards are the perfect proof it can be the structural and aesthetic star of … about Inspiring Projects from the 2017 Timber Design Awards

Categories: Australia, Technology Tags: Green Building

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