Amazon is investing $100 million to build a new manufacturing facility in Indiana that will produce equipment for its fulfillment centers and robotics operations across North America. The facility represents a significant expansion of Amazon's in-house manufacturing capabilities to support its logistics network.
A federal court has overturned the EPA's ban on most uses of methylene chloride, a chemical commonly used in paint strippers, bathtub refinishing, cleaners, adhesives, and sealants. The ruling reinstates the ability to use this widely-applied chemical in construction and related work despite previous worker safety concerns.
General Robotics is developing modular AI systems that combine specialized capabilities rather than relying on a single universal model, allowing robots to adapt across different tasks and equipment. This approach enables construction robots to be more flexible and efficient by swapping in purpose-built intelligence modules as needed for specific job requirements.
Bipartisan House legislation aims to identify and fix air quality and ventilation issues in federal buildings, prompted by recent wildfire smoke affecting the Washington region. The initiative focuses on improving indoor air systems across the federal building portfolio to protect occupant health and safety.
Agility Robotics, known for its Digit humanoid robot, is diversifying its product line to include wheeled robot designs. The company is developing multiple form factors to better serve different job sites and meet specific customer requirements.
Reid Brewin Architects' BIM Coordinator Adrian Trujillo used Autodesk Data Exchange and Power BI to simplify access to building information on a complex data centre project. The approach makes it easier for construction teams to understand and work with BIM data across the project lifecycle.
Farmers are confronting mounting challenges around labor shortages, rising costs, and operational efficiency that require new solutions. CNH Industrial believes robotic technology can directly address these pain points and improve farm productivity.
Construction input prices continued their upward trend in September 2026, putting pressure on project budgets. The sector added jobs for the sixth consecutive month, signaling sustained demand and economic health in the construction industry.
Bambu Lab is advancing site preparation for a major manufacturing facility in Shenzhen designed to produce over three million 3D printers annually. The factory represents a significant expansion of the company's production capacity for additive manufacturing equipment.
NIOSH has released a new toolbox talk addressing skid steer loader safety, highlighting major hazards including falls, pinching, crushing, and strikes from the machine. The resource provides practical guidance for operators and workers to maintain awareness and reduce injury risks on job sites.
Industrial robots have reached 5 million units deployed globally in factory settings, with China leading installations while the U.S. and Germany maintain significant market presence. This milestone reflects the ongoing automation of manufacturing workflows across major industrial economies.
Makita's XGT202SU1D1 drill/driver delivers impressive torque and rpm specs, but the real innovation lies in its redesigned motor control system that optimizes power delivery. The newest XGT generation, including the GPH03 hammer drill and GDT04 impact driver, leverages this advanced controller technology to improve performance.
Selecting the right motion architecture requires evaluating how a system performs in real-world conditions rather than relying solely on technical specifications. Understanding complete system behavior ensures better performance and reliability for construction applications.
A contractor rebuilt an exterior balustrade in white oak after the original assembly failed due to poor water management, with the flat lower rail allowing water to pool and cause deterioration. The new design addresses drainage issues that compromised the durability of the modern-looking original installation.
Building an effective 2027 plan requires more than applying a growth percentage to last year's numbers, as national averages often mask what's actually happening in your specific market. Construction teams should segment their forecasts by geography and sector rather than relying on industry-wide figures to develop realistic strategies.
Data center construction spending jumped 57% over 12 months through July 2027, but construction employment only grew 1%, revealing a significant mismatch between project volume and available workforce. The surge in data center demand is outpacing the industry's ability to staff projects adequately.
Epson Robots launched the AX6, a compact six-axis collaborative robot designed with force and power limitations for safer human-robot interaction on job sites. The cobot features no-code programming, making it accessible to construction workers without specialized technical training.
Instruct3D has released Additive Build Intelligence, a software and sensor platform that monitors metal 3D printing to predict and identify build failures in real time. The system provides documentation of print processes to help manufacturers ensure quality and compliance.
ANYbotics has partnered with dormakaba and LEGIC Identsystems to equip its ANYmal quadruped robots with badge access capabilities, allowing them to move through secured facilities like regular employees. This integration enables the robots to conduct autonomous inspections in restricted areas without requiring manual door opening or constant human accompaniment.
Smart buildings struggle to coordinate emergency responses effectively because occupants lack real-time access to the same critical information during major crises. During large-scale emergencies in multifamily, commercial, or mixed-use developments, thousands of people must make simultaneous decisions without proper digital coordination, reverting to analog methods.
Arduino has launched the VENTUNO Q board as its first dedicated robotics development platform, building on over 20 years of experience in the robotics community. The new board is designed to streamline and simplify the robotics development process for builders and engineers.
The construction industry faces a documented suicide crisis that experts say goes beyond statistical coincidence, according to discussions at a recent CPWR-hosted webinar. Industry safety expert Keith Vitkovich and other panelists are working to bring greater awareness and resources to address mental health and suicide prevention in construction.
Skanska added two new employees while ABC National expanded its office footprint in September 2026. Multiple ABC member companies announced staffing changes, a new engineering practice, and an employee stock ownership plan during the month.
The training director of a fraudulent NYC safety training school pleaded guilty to selling fake OSHA certifications and safety training cards to approximately 20,000 unqualified individuals. The scheme distributed invalid construction safety credentials that put workers and job sites at risk.