Strong decision-making at all organizational levels depends on fostering the right internal conversations among your team members. Developing this capacity across your construction company improves operational efficiency and employee ownership of outcomes.
Inbolt CEO Rudy Cohen will speak at RoboBusiness this fall about where physical AI technology delivers real value on job sites. The presentation aims to clarify deployment challenges and practical applications for construction robotics.
Construction contingency planning becomes essential when project plans are incomplete, requiring builders to budget for unexpected costs and schedule delays. Proper contingency strategies in 2027 help teams manage risks and maintain project viability despite incomplete documentation or design changes.
Agility Robotics disclosed $1.8 million in 2025 revenue through its S-4 SPAC filing, while reporting a $140 million operating loss as it works to scale production of its Digit humanoid robot. The company is preparing to go public and expand its robotic automation platform for construction and logistics applications.
Data centers offer communities substantial economic development opportunities through job creation and investment. Construction professionals should consider how these facilities can drive growth in their local markets.
MassRobotics surveyed its members about FCC restrictions on foreign-produced mobile robots and found the industry is divided on the ban. The split opinion suggests construction companies have varying concerns about how these regulations will affect their operations and technology choices.
Reusing and recycling construction components remain economically uncompetitive compared to using new materials in current market conditions. Industry stakeholders are exploring whether cost structures or incentives might shift to make sustainable material practices more viable.
Lattice Semiconductor's Eric Sivertson explains how FPGAs (field-programmable gate arrays) can enhance the safety and security of robotic systems used in construction and other industries. FPGAs offer flexible, real-time processing capabilities that help robots operate more reliably and protect against cybersecurity threats.
Skanska has finished renovating Nashville's historic War Memorial Building, a 145,000-square-foot landmark structure. The project represents a significant restoration effort for one of the city's notable buildings.
Pressure sensors enhance robotic gripping systems by providing real-time feedback on contact, surface deformation, and load distribution during bin picking operations. This sensor technology enables more accurate and reliable robotic handling, improving productivity in material handling and assembly tasks.
3DCP Group delivered 36 3D printed student apartments in Holstebro, Denmark, meeting the country's subsidized housing cost requirements with the first residents now occupying units. The Skovsporet development demonstrates 3D printing's viability for mid-scale residential construction while keeping costs competitive with traditional building methods.
The ARM Institute received $90 million in funding to support 10 projects aimed at modernizing military manufacturing processes. Fifteen member organizations will develop and deliver working solutions within two years.
Lauren Gibbs assumed ownership of Gibbs Construction from her father in 2019, marking a natural transition in family business leadership. The move reflects a generational shift in construction company management.
Enovis is acquiring surgical robotics company eCential Robotics for $180 million to expand into orthopedic surgery automation. The company plans to launch robotic systems for knee procedures within two years, followed by shoulder-focused systems.
Sam Zolfagharian discusses RONI (Risk of Not Investing), explaining why companies should expect 3-5 years for AI payback periods in construction. Understanding which metrics to track during this timeline helps construction firms justify AI investments and avoid falling behind competitors.
FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays) can provide reliable safety controls for robotic systems by creating predictable guardrails that prevent AI-driven equipment from making unsafe decisions on job sites. Lattice Semiconductor's security approach uses this hardware-level technology to ensure construction robots operate within predetermined safety parameters.
Wall Colmonoy Oklahoma City won a multi-year, multi-million-dollar Air Force contract to remanufacture heat exchangers for F-16 fighter jets. The company specializes in manufacturing and repairing military and commercial aerospace components.
The Robot Report is accepting applications for its 2026 Robotics Startup Radar, a program highlighting promising robotics companies. Construction firms looking to stay current on emerging robotics solutions should review the featured startups.
RMIT researchers have developed a breakthrough 3D printed titanium material that can float on water by combining metal with polymer in an open-cell hybrid lattice design. This innovation solves a longstanding challenge in porous metal architecture and could enable new applications in construction and engineering where buoyant metal structures are needed.
Lyte AI secured $165 million in funding to advance AI and perception systems that enable robots to better understand and navigate their environments. The company plans to use the capital to scale production of its sensing and AI technology for robotic applications.
The Chemical Safety Board commended a Wisconsin corn mill for completing all safety improvements recommended after a May 2017 explosion that killed five workers and injured 14 others. Didion Milling's corrective actions demonstrate the facility's commitment to preventing similar incidents in the future.
Robot.com is expanding its sidewalk delivery robot operations through a partnership with Sodexo, the food service company. College campuses will serve as a key market for scaling these autonomous delivery systems.
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has initiated rulemaking to establish indoor heat exposure standards across all industries following a petition received in October 2025. The new rules aim to prevent heat-related illness and injuries in workplaces including construction.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has updated its TechCelerate Now program with new resources to help trucking companies understand the financial benefits of adopting onboard safety technologies. The revamped program includes an ROI calculation tool and updated materials designed to demonstrate how safety tech investments pay off for motor carriers.