Concrete

Some may believe that small construction contractors are at a disadvantage because of their size. There’s no denying that it can be harder for small contractors to weather certain challenges than...

It’s estimated that rework accounts for as much as 20% of the overall cost of a construction project. It’s an expensive problem that costs the industry billions each year. So how much is it...

When you hear the terms “mixed or augmented reality,” you may not immediately think about business and industry. But mixed reality (MR) is much more than the latest game craze; it’s playing a...

3D laser scanning is opening doors for many construction companies to improve both their processes and results, saving time, money, and headaches. In fact, 3D scanning is increasingly becoming...

Construction is a fragmented process involving many players with different views and requirements. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is essential in bringing everyone together.   Each...

  Coordinating construction-industry projects can be tough. Effectively sharing valuable information makes things a lot easier. As a project manager in the construction industry, it can be...

3D modeling not only helps contractors to visualize shapes, components and spatial needs, it also centralizes critical information and automates essential processes.  In a construction project,...

  Construction companies are in a constant battle to deliver high-quality construction solutions faster than their competitors. This has motivated organizations to adopt automation as a way to...

  Getting the information right is the first step to taking the destiny of your formwork into your own hands.    A significant number of companies still use 2D drawings for planning their...

Concrete contractors often need more information than traditional drawings can provide. Information gaps slow down projects and can even damage business, which is why many constructors are...

  A significant number of construction companies are facing challenging times due to the sudden changes to their plans. Undoubtedly, this time is forcing us to save our time, resources, and...

In the Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC) industry, 3D laser scanning is becoming the go-to tool for contractors looking to reduce risk and increase collaboration. Laser scanning...

Why investing in BIM is worth it GA Smart Building’s Director of Research, Development and Innovation Rémi Visière has years of hands-on experience in leading the transition from traditional...

It’s not a big secret that technology adoption in construction lags behind other industries. Despite technology’s proven capabilities, it’s estimated only 12% of construction companies have...

As a construction professional, you’ve probably seen 3D laser scanners in use on construction sites. These powerful tools make it possible to quickly capture as-built and current site conditions....

BIM brings value and efficiency to smaller-scale projects.

What is parametric design? Parametric design is guided by a set of parameters and rules defined by the engineer that generate or control the design output. It takes efficiency and possibilities...

Explore applying agile methodologies to projects in the built environment.                   Sample Kanban board with design work broken into tasks. Over the past year, as someone who switc

How this precast concrete company is using real-time, automated and open data exchange.