Trimble is now accepting submissions for its 2026 Construction Innovation Awards program. The awards recognize companies and projects that demonstrate advances in construction technology and innovation.
Tatton Kilmer has been named ABC's 2026 Craft Instructor of the Year for his commitment to mentoring apprentices and helping them develop their careers in the construction trades. Kilmer credits his own apprenticeship experience as motivation to give back and guide the next generation of craft professionals.
Burro's Grande 44 is a 44 horsepower autonomous vehicle designed for industrial towing, site logistics, and facilities operations on job sites. The machine draws from over 1 million hours of real-world field experience to deliver proven outdoor autonomy for heavy industry applications.
Seven major cities including Hamburg, Helsinki, Prague, Rotterdam, Vienna, Singapore, and Tallinn shared their latest approaches to urban digital twins at the 5CC+ Helsinki seminar. Digital twins enable construction and urban planning professionals to model, test, and optimize city infrastructure and development projects before physical implementation.
Industrial automation is increasingly necessary for modernizing the global economy but faces significant adoption barriers compared to service robotics. Success in deploying industrial robots across sectors depends on overcoming technical and operational obstacles rather than assuming inevitable widespread implementation.
Effective communication through storytelling helps construction leaders connect with their teams and drive engagement on job sites. Clear narratives about project goals, safety protocols, and company values make complex information more memorable and actionable for workers.
Edge AI technology is making robotics more accessible to non-specialists, similar to how Windows democratized computer use decades ago. Construction professionals without deep technical expertise can now deploy and operate robotic systems more easily.
Jobsite safety improves when companies integrate technology solutions, foster innovative approaches, and build a strong safety culture among workers. Combining these three elements—systems, ideas, and people—creates measurable reductions in accidents and injuries on construction projects.
GreyOrange's AI-powered software automates warehouse operations by enabling predictive logistics and dynamic decision-making. The technology streamlines material handling and inventory management through intelligent automation systems.
The Chemical Safety Board is urging chemical facilities to prepare now for hurricane season by securing hazardous materials and training workers on emergency procedures before storms arrive. Proper preparation and emergency planning can prevent catastrophic incidents when severe weather hits coastal industrial operations.
Allison Okamura and Ayoung Kim have been selected as the 2026 winners of MassRobotics' Robotics Medal and Rising Star Medal, which recognize outstanding women in the robotics field. These awards highlight leadership and innovation from women advancing robotics technology and applications.
A University of Massachusetts-Lowell study of 66 workers found that accepting physical limitations helps construction workers with chronic pain reduce fatigue and mental strain on the job. Researchers recommend workers recognize their bodies have different capabilities than their peers and embrace that reality as part of sustainable work practices.
Industry experts at the Robotics Summit & Expo discussed current developments in humanoid robot design and their potential applications. The panel focused on the challenge of bringing humanoid robots to market at an affordable $20,000 price point.
A survey of over 600 health care workers found that more than 60% believe their employers lack strong safety concerns and provide inadequate safety training. The findings from Centegix's 2026 Healthcare Workforce Safety Report highlight significant gaps in workplace security practices and employee protection protocols.
Gatik is partnering with PepsiCo to deploy autonomous freight vehicles across PepsiCo's North American regional transportation networks for daily product movement between sites. The deployment targets the supply chain logistics segment where autonomous vehicles can operate on established routes with predictable patterns.
The House Judiciary Committee approved H.R. 5437 on a 16-7 vote, legislation that would protect stone slab manufacturers and sellers from silicosis lawsuits stemming from worker exposure to silica dust. The bill now advances to the full House for a vote.
Jason White has been named ABC's 2026 Craft Professional of the Year, recognized for his career-long commitment to adapting, modifying, and overcoming challenges in construction. White credits his success to pushing forward and doing his best, embodying the kind of resilience and work ethic the construction industry values.
North Carolina's Department of Labor will no longer reduce penalties for safety violations that cause worker deaths, effective immediately under a new directive from Commissioner Luke Farley. This eliminates the practice of discounting fines in fatal accident cases, ensuring full penalties apply regardless of circumstances.
Voltage Vessels has launched Eclipse X9, a new composite material made from recycled PETG and basalt fiber designed for large-format 3D printing applications. The material is now available in both pellet and filament forms after years of development.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has released the first-ever occupant safety ratings for cargo vans and work trucks, helping construction companies make informed vehicle purchase decisions. These new evaluations provide critical safety data for the light commercial vehicles that contractors rely on daily.
Hello Robot's Stretch system has been recognized by the World Economic Forum as a technology pioneer for its mobile manipulation capabilities. The system is designed to assist older adults and people with disabilities, expanding accessibility in robotic automation.
Monopour construction, which combines footing and stemwall pouring in a single operation, requires understanding industry standards like ACI 117M-10 tolerances to execute successfully. Proper planning and adherence to concrete placement standards are critical to achieving quality results with this integrated ICF construction method.
Construction materials prices jumped 2.6% in May alone, with costs climbing nearly 10% compared to the same month last year. Despite the price surge, the construction industry added a solid number of jobs in May, showing resilience in the hiring market.