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
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Robots Swarm Construction: Many Hands Make Light Work
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
Exoskeleton Technology is Lightening Loads for Laborers
Passive exoskeleton systems are beginning to get widespread use. They require no power source, are lighter than their powered counterparts, and considerably cheaper. Passive exoskeletons use wires and counterweights to take the strain of heavy … about Exoskeleton Technology is Lightening Loads for Laborers
Lockers and robots: Innovations for shoppers
With Black Friday, Cyber Monday and the Christmas shopping frenzy on the horizon, Amazon is anticipated to land in Australia before the end of November. But despite the unabated growth of e-commerce, we are only … about Lockers and robots: Innovations for shoppers
Tracking Technology Helps Construction Companies Save Money, Improve Safety
Any construction project is a virtual ballet of resource allocation, from ensuring the right materials are ordered in the proper quantities, to securing the correct machinery and vehicles to get the job done. Any shortfall … about Tracking Technology Helps Construction Companies Save Money, Improve Safety
Any Stage of Construction – There’s an App for that!
Already some construction apps and tech are making a difference to productivity, with one or two Australian apps in world-leading positions. Here is a selection of 10 of the best...
Prefabricated and Modular Construction are Making a Big Comeback
It wasn’t long ago that the words “prefabricated” or “modular” carried with them a certain negative connotation in the building and construction world. But advances in design, materials and processes have resulted in architects, engineers … about Prefabricated and Modular Construction are Making a Big Comeback
Permeable Concrete
UK-based sustainable building materials company Tarmac has developed Topmix, a permeable concrete that can absorb a whopping 880 gallons of water per minute, according to Business Insider.
Virtual Construction Training is Emerging Slowly but Surely
It’s no secret that construction is dangerous work and involves a considerably higher risk of injury or death than most occupations. Some of the most common hazards for workers include falls from heights, trench collapse, … about Virtual Construction Training is Emerging Slowly but Surely
Manufactured Wood: The latest engineered building material to hit jobsites
Materialize.X, a London-based bio-adhesive and machine learning company, debuted its proprietary technology at TechCrunch Disrupt San Francisco just last week.
