The U.S. robotics industry experienced double-digit growth in 2025, driven primarily by adoption in the food industry and other non-manufacturing sectors. This expansion signals growing demand for robotic solutions beyond traditional manufacturing applications.
ABC has announced the 2026 Construction Workforce Awards recipients, recognizing excellence among construction professionals and organizations. The awards highlight outstanding contributions and achievements within the construction industry's workforce.
Elmo has released new motion controllers and servo drives designed to improve power density for industrial automation applications. The product launch expands their Platinum line and introduces a new Titanium line for construction and manufacturing operations.
The AI in AEC conference series, dedicated to artificial intelligence in the built environment, is scheduled to return in March 2027. The event brings together construction and design professionals to explore AI applications across architecture, engineering, and construction sectors.
Virnetta Woodbury, a project manager at Brasfield & Gorrie, has authored a children's career workbook that goes beyond her regular job responsibilities. Her work highlights efforts to introduce young people to construction career opportunities.
Procore is launching new platform capabilities designed specifically for large construction owners to better manage their operations. The updates aim to give owners more control and visibility across their projects.
Critical infrastructure data is being lost after project handover, resulting in billions of dollars in waste and creating serious operational blind spots. The construction industry lacks systematic processes to track, preserve, and share building data throughout its lifecycle, exposing a fundamental gap in how the built environment manages its own history.
AI-powered preconstruction tools enable contractors to prepare bids more quickly during peak building season by automating analysis and planning tasks. These tools help firms compete more effectively by reducing the time needed to evaluate projects and submit competitive proposals.
The proposed Federal Labor Contracts Arbitration (FLCA) legislation would require federally appointed arbitrators to impose binding labor contracts on private-sector employers and unions if they cannot reach agreement within compressed negotiation timelines. This mechanism would shift contract-setting power away from direct negotiation between parties to third-party arbitration.
Open source software in architecture, engineering, and construction can thrive alongside AI rather than be replaced by it, according to the OpenAEC Foundation founder. AI tools will enhance open source AEC platforms by improving their capabilities and making them more competitive in the market.
Tech companies expanding AI capacity nationwide are driving increased construction demand for data centers, particularly in power generation, utilities, and site preparation work. Contractors are pursuing these opportunities as a major growth sector within the construction industry.
Washington State has updated its Janitorial Workload Calculator, an online tool that measures job demands and assesses musculoskeletal injury risk for janitorial workers. The updated version now applies to large commercial and office building environments, helping quantify workload in these settings.
AI adoption is spreading rapidly across construction, but regulatory oversight and accountability measures haven't kept pace with the technology's deployment. Companies need to address this accountability gap to ensure responsible use of AI systems on jobsites and in business operations.
OSHA extended its Regional Emphasis Program targeting noise hazards in the Chicago region through the end of the year, after initially planning to expire it on May 31. The agency's review found success in identifying and targeting industries with hearing loss rates exceeding national averages.
A construction industry professional reflects on the freedoms and opportunities available in the United States after spending years working internationally. The piece emphasizes the importance of appreciating and not taking for granted the values that make the country exceptional.
Intel's RealSense has introduced the D585 Pro, a depth camera designed for robotic applications that uses a proprietary Gen 5 chip to improve depth sensing quality by more than double compared to previous models. The AI-native camera is built to enhance robot vision and perception capabilities on job sites and in construction environments.
Construction workers are willing to adopt AI on jobsites, but a lack of hands-on training is creating a significant gap that could leave the industry behind as adoption picks up. DEWALT's research highlights the urgent need for practical training programs to help the workforce effectively use AI tools.
OSHA has updated its Voluntary Protection Programs policy to require seven elements of safety and health management systems, effective June 16, expanding from the previous four-element framework established in January 2020. Construction companies participating in VPP must now align their safety programs with these additional management system components.
Jobsite break-ins and theft are increasing according to TrueLook's 2026 State of Construction Site Security Report. Construction companies need to reassess their on-site security measures to protect equipment and materials.
Kinova has introduced KIMA, a robotic arm specifically engineered for medical applications rather than adapted from industrial designs. The company built KIMA from the ground up to meet clinical requirements and standards.
Frampton Construction delivered Le Creuset's new South Carolina distribution campus in 12 months despite challenging site conditions and a tight timeline. The project succeeded through coordinated planning, creative problem-solving, and strong collaboration between the contractor and client.
Microbot Medical partnered with Lovell Government Services, a service-disabled veteran-owned small business, to expand access to robotic surgery systems for federal programs. This partnership aims to make advanced surgical robotics more available to veterans through established government vendor channels.
Nyoki Mokeba has been named ABC's 2026 Young Professional of the Year, recognizing excellence in the construction industry. Mokeba emphasizes that success requires both sacrifice and hard work, serving as an inspiration to emerging construction professionals.
Richtech Robotics is launching a livestream to showcase ADAM, an AI-powered humanoid service robot built on NVIDIA technology. The platform will allow online users to interact with and observe the robot's capabilities in real time.