The Associated General Contractors of America is warning the EPA that construction contractors lack a clear compliance pathway for PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) regulations, creating significant legal and operational risk. Without defined standards and guidance, contractors face uncertainty about material sourcing, site remediation, and liability exposure.
Trade contractors need construction management software that prioritizes field-based workflows, real-time communication, and mobile-first design rather than bloated administrative features. Testing software with your actual crew and jobsite conditions before full deployment helps ensure the tool fits your operation and delivers measurable productivity gains.
A contractor was hired to repair two deteriorating timber columns in the basement of a 200-year-old former post office building in Shirley, Massachusetts, using a scarfing technique to join new timber to the existing columns. The mixed-use building now houses an insurance company and apartments, requiring careful restoration work to preserve the structure's integrity.
RoboBusiness 2026 is offering early bird pricing that provides $200 off full conference passes until August 31. Construction professionals interested in attending should register before the deadline to secure the discounted rate.
Top construction law firms identify evolving legal risks reshaping the industry, with cost volatility and artificial intelligence emerging as critical concerns contractors must address. Legal professionals recommend contractors prepare for new operational and regulatory challenges driven by technology adoption and market uncertainty.
The Department of Labor is reviewing proposed changes to regulations governing how self-insured coal mine operators must secure funds for black lung disease benefits. The agency is accepting public feedback on the revisions, which were published July 30 by the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs.
Breeden Construction recognized an award winner while Blank Rome added a new partner to its roster. Sims Crane appointed a new CFO to lead its financial operations.
A National Safety Council report finds that 9 out of 10 crane professionals believe certification improves jobsite safety, technical competence, and career advancement. The research, developed through the NSC Work to Zero initiative, underscores the value of industry-standard credentialing for crane operators and personnel.
Autonomous vehicle fleets require human oversight alongside AI systems to maintain safety as operations scale up. Guident's leadership emphasizes that combining automated technology with human decision-making remains essential for robotaxi fleet management.
The FAA is proposing to replace rigid standardized requirements for airline medical kits with flexible performance-based standards that focus on outcomes rather than specific items. This shift aims to improve emergency response capabilities while giving airlines more discretion in how they equip and stock their medical kits.
NVIDIA's new Jetson Orin Nano 2 chip doubles inference performance, enabling advanced AI capabilities to run directly on edge devices like construction robots in real time. This advancement allows robotics and autonomous systems to process complex tasks on-site without relying on cloud connectivity or external computing power.
Construction firms have access to operational data but struggle to leverage it effectively over time, making inspection history fragmentation a key problem. Better systems for organizing and accessing historical inspection data can unlock more value than simply collecting more project information.
Dutch company Vertico has installed its largest 3D concrete printing system at a Portuguese precast facility, featuring a 3.2-meter ABB robot arm with two-component printing capability. The deployment represents a significant advancement in automated concrete production for the precast manufacturing sector.
Construction has plenty of inventions but struggles to convert them into practical innovations that actually get adopted on job sites. The industry needs to understand the barriers preventing new technologies from moving beyond the drawing board into widespread use.
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has eliminated affirmative action requirements that federal contractors, including construction firms, previously had to follow. This change will significantly impact how construction companies approach hiring and employment practices on federally-funded projects.
Agricultural and construction equipment makers must integrate AI into their machinery to remain competitive as labor shortages intensify. Adding artificial intelligence capabilities to equipment is becoming essential for the industry to maintain productivity and relevance.
The AGC Construction Workforce & HR Conference is offering early-bird registration rates that are expiring soon. Construction professionals should register now to secure the best pricing for this industry event focused on workforce and HR topics.
Dogotix, the humanoid robotics division of XPeng Motors, has raised $900 million in funding and now carries a $6.3 billion valuation. The company is preparing to scale up production of humanoid robots for commercial deployment.
Data center construction requires specialized planning, sequencing, and execution to handle complex infrastructure demands like power distribution, cooling systems, and network connectivity. Builders need proven processes for site preparation, modular assembly, and quality control to meet the tight timelines and high standards these mission-critical facilities demand.
OSHA has extended and updated its National Emphasis Program on warehouses and distribution centers, with the new program set to expire on July 13, 2031. The program focuses regulatory attention on safety compliance in warehouse and distribution center operations across multiple industry classifications.
The Associated General Contractors of America is opposing an OSHA proposal that would weaken protections requiring workers to use respirators when exposed to lead on job sites. The AGC argues that rolling back these safety standards puts construction workers at unnecessary health risk from lead poisoning.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is proposing new rules that would suspend commercial driver's licenses for truckers who fail English language proficiency tests. The regulation would enforce existing federal standards and ensure drivers can safely communicate on jobsites and with authorities.
USCIS has updated its Temporary Protected Status (TPS) guidance following a recent Supreme Court decision affecting eligibility and processing requirements. Construction firms employing workers on TPS should review the updated policies to ensure compliance with immigration regulations.
Oregon OSHA is developing a new workplace violence protection rule for health care facilities including hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and home health agencies. The agency is accepting public comment on the proposed rule OAR 437-002-0150 to strengthen safety standards for workers in these settings.