CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY, CURATED DAILY.
74% of construction projects that begin work prematurely suffer significant productivity losses and reduced profitability. Proper planning and preparation before breaking ground are critical to project success.
Construction equipment distributors are pushing Congress for a new highway bill worth around $550 billion to reduce business uncertainty. Without this infrastructure funding, builders face challenges in planning and operations.
President Trump's 10% tariff is facing legal challenges from businesses and states who argue he's misusing Section 122 authority. Construction companies could see material cost increases if the tariff stands, making this a significant issue for project budgets and supply chains.
Construction firms need to evaluate whether to pursue work through competitive bidding or direct negotiation based on their specific clients and industry sectors. The decision depends on factors like project type, client relationships, and business strategy.
Contractors are prioritizing data center construction opportunities fueled by AI demand and anticipating increased project funding from highway infrastructure bills. These two areas are driving strategic focus in recent earnings discussions across the construction industry.
The construction industry is losing experienced estimators to retirement faster than it can train replacements, and AI tools are stepping in to fill the gap by automating judgment-heavy estimation work. This shift positions artificial intelligence as a critical solution to maintain productivity and expertise as the workforce ages.
America Makes and NCDMM secured $1.3 million in federal funding through the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense to address corrosion testing challenges in metal additive manufacturing. The initiative aims to improve quality and reliability standards for 3D-printed metal components used in defense and construction applications.
Nikon AM Synergy won a Department of Defense contract to qualify additive manufacturing (3D printing) technology for use in aeronautical systems. The agreement aims to demonstrate that AM processes can meet the reliability and quality standards required for military aircraft components.
Generic AI tools lack the specialized knowledge needed for construction bidding and tendering decisions. Construction professionals need industry-specific intelligence systems they can actually trust for critical business tasks.
Clayco launched a new power and energy unit to expand its service offerings in the construction sector. The company projects the unit will generate $300 million in revenue by 2027.
The Senate passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which includes a provision requiring operators to sell single-family rental homes after seven years of ownership. The multifamily industry is opposing the measure, citing concerns about the forced sale requirement.
NYC construction unions launched a peer-to-peer mental health program to train members and combat suicide in the construction industry. The initiative aims to reduce stigma around mental health discussions on jobsites.