Nonresidential construction companies continued adding jobs in July, maintaining steady employment growth across the sector. The hiring momentum reflects ongoing demand for commercial and industrial building projects.
3D printing technology is expanding across Europe through new partnerships and distribution channels while finding practical applications in construction, medicine, and archaeology. The industry is also advancing into defense manufacturing with new facility openings.
Safe & Sound Week has released new recognition materials to promote workplace safety awareness in construction. The resources are available now for companies looking to acknowledge and reinforce safety practices on job sites.
Matthäi Schlüsselfertigbau has launched an in-house 3D printing division after successfully completing its own headquarters using construction 3D printing technology. The two-story office in Selsingen was printed in approximately 105 hours using a COBOD BOD2 printer.
RoboStore has established Robo Inc., a U.S.-based manufacturer and integrator focused on deploying Unitree's legged robots to American organizations. The new division aims to streamline robot deployment and integration services for domestic customers.
National nonresidential construction spending grew 0.1% in June, driven primarily by strong demand for data center construction. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, spending reached $1.277 trillion according to Census Bureau data.
Hadrian, a defense and aerospace manufacturing company, raised $1.37 billion in its second funding round of 2026, bringing its valuation to $7.87 billion. The capital injection aims to accelerate U.S. manufacturing capabilities in the defense and aerospace sectors.
General contractors typically receive bids from 9-15% of contacted subcontractors, but those using bid management software can boost response rates to 47%. Targeting engaged subs through dedicated platforms significantly improves bidding efficiency and project planning.
Construction job openings grew by 14,000 positions in June, representing a 36% increase compared to the same month last year. Contractors surveyed in the ABC Construction Confidence Indicator anticipate rising revenues and employment levels over the next six months.
Tate has deployed 58 cobot welders from Hirebotics across multiple facilities, transitioning from traditional hand welding to automated solutions. The cloud-connected system provides agile automation capabilities designed to improve welding operations.
The European Agency for Safety and Health at Work released a policy brief highlighting how climate change poses new workplace hazards for construction and other industries. Coordinated planning and proactive measures are essential to protect workers from climate-related risks on job sites.
VicOne released a free cybersecurity extension for NVIDIA Isaac Sim that allows developers to test robot safety vulnerabilities before deploying equipment on job sites. The tool was developed based on research presented at DEF CON 34 and helps construction teams identify potential cyber risks in robotic systems.
The House unanimously passed H.R. 8823, a bill designed to help the Department of Labor crack down on fraudulent medical provider claims in federal workers' compensation cases. The legislation, sponsored by Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, aims to strengthen accountability and reduce abuse in the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA) program.
High-tech buildings require flexible design strategies that anticipate and accommodate rapid technological shifts in research and industrial operations. Planning for multiple technology lifecycles within a single structure helps facilities remain functional and cost-effective as equipment and systems evolve.
The Eastern Transportation Coalition, representing 20 states and D.C., has launched a campaign urging truckers to verify their vehicle height before traveling to prevent costly bridge and tunnel strikes. Drivers must account for both trailer height and cargo load to avoid accidents and infrastructure damage.
Analog Devices has returned as a strategic sponsor for MassRobotics startups, providing support through its Analog Garage initiative. The company is actively participating in industry events like RoboBusiness to help advance robotics development in the Massachusetts startup ecosystem.
Small businesses that implement worker safety strategies and resources early in their operations can significantly reduce injuries and their associated costs. Research from the Institute for Work and Health reviewed existing studies and interviewed 11 individuals to reach this conclusion.
Industry leaders gathered at RoboBusiness to discuss the technologies, opportunities, and challenges expected to define robotics over the next two decades. The event explored how robotic innovations will shape the construction and broader industrial sectors going forward.
Washington state's Department of Labor & Industries is developing new rules to clarify operator certification and qualification requirements for using forklifts to lift suspended loads on construction sites. The rulemaking aims to establish clearer standards for this specific and potentially hazardous operation.
Nomagic believes its competitive advantage lies in production data gathered from real warehouse operations, where robots must handle the unpredictable conditions of actual job sites. The company recognizes that true robot performance is proven not in controlled environments but through survival and functionality in messy, real-world warehouse settings.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is holding a public meeting to discuss proposed updates to its radiation protection standards, including a reconsideration of the linear no-threshold model for radiation exposure. Construction professionals working on nuclear projects or in radiation-adjacent environments should monitor these regulatory changes as they may affect safety protocols and compliance requirements on job sites.
Tacta Systems introduced TactaBot, a three-part robotic system featuring an advanced robotic hand designed to perform high-skilled manufacturing tasks. The system allows users to teach the robot new dexterous skills, expanding automation capabilities for complex manual work.
Autodesk University 2026 is happening in Las Vegas September 15-17 and will feature keynote sessions and networking opportunities specifically relevant to AEC professionals. The event includes top sessions designed for subcontractors looking to stay current with construction technology trends.
Avatar Robotics secured $6.5 million in seed funding to develop humanoid robots controlled by remote operators for industrial supply chain work. The funding will support scaling the teleoperation technology to address ongoing labor shortages across manufacturing and logistics.