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Women in Construction are Redefining Jobsite Expectations
AGC of America News·Apr 14, 2026

Women in Construction are Redefining Jobsite Expectations

Women are entering construction trades in growing numbers and changing workplace standards around safety, communication, and job site culture. Their presence is pushing the industry to reconsider equipment design, scheduling practices, and hiring approaches to be more inclusive.

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The Robot Report·Apr 13, 2026

AGIBOT launches Genie Studio Agent zero-code application platform for robots

AGIBOT said it designed Genie Studio Agent to provide a full lifecycle software infrastructure, from development to deployment. The post AGIBOT launches Genie Studio Agent zero-code application platform for robots appeared first on The Robot Report .

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Full Project Transparency: Why 360° Documentation Is Becoming Essential on Modern Construction Sites
Construction Executive·Apr 13, 2026

Full Project Transparency: Why 360° Documentation Is Becoming Essential on Modern Construction Sites

360-degree site capture technology creates comprehensive visual documentation of construction projects to protect contractors in potential legal disputes. This documentation approach is becoming standard practice on modern job sites for risk management and liability protection.

The Robot Report·Apr 13, 2026

Pickle Robot to share lessons learned from taking robots out of the lab and into the field

At the Robotics Summit, Pickle Robot's founder and CTO will break down the lessons it learned in making warehouse robots commercially viable. The post Pickle Robot to share lessons learned from taking robots out of the lab and into the field appeared first on The Robot Report .

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Allu's New Concrete Bucket Turns Your Excavator into a Crusher
Equipment World·Apr 13, 2026

Allu's New Concrete Bucket Turns Your Excavator into a Crusher

Allu's new Concrete Bucket attachment lets excavators in the 55,000- to 100,000-pound range crush concrete and brick on-site up to 11.8 inches thick. The bucket eliminates the need for separate crushing equipment, improving job site efficiency.

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The Robot Report·Apr 13, 2026

Transitive Robotics announces Transitive 2.0 open-source robotics framework

Transitive 2.0 adds ClickHouse, Grafana, and Alertmanager, offering advanced storage and monitoring to help scale growing robot fleets. The post Transitive Robotics announces Transitive 2.0 open-source robotics framework appeared first on The Robot Report .

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MEC Enters Carry-Deck Crane Market, Also Rolls Out New Boom and Scissor Lifts
Equipment World·Apr 13, 2026

MEC Enters Carry-Deck Crane Market, Also Rolls Out New Boom and Scissor Lifts

MEC has launched a new 9-ton carry-deck crane with a 46-foot sheave height, 360-degree visibility, and climate-controlled cab, while also introducing new boom and scissor lift models. The product expansion gives contractors additional lifting and positioning options for job sites.

The Robot Report·Apr 13, 2026

Locus Robotics launches Locus Array for fully autonomous fulfillment

Locus Array is designed to complete fulfillment workflows without manual intervention and is already in use at DHL and other customers. The post Locus Robotics launches Locus Array for fully autonomous fulfillment appeared first on The Robot Report .

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Ditch Witch Updates Orange Intel Telematics with More Customization, Data Analysis
Equipment World·Apr 13, 2026

Ditch Witch Updates Orange Intel Telematics with More Customization, Data Analysis

The system can gather and compile information from horizontal directional drills, Subsite locating equipment, mud and fluid cleaning...

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Federal appeals court allows White House ballroom construction to resume
Construction Dive·Apr 13, 2026

Federal appeals court allows White House ballroom construction to resume

A federal appeals court has cleared the way for White House ballroom construction to resume this week after a three-judge panel ruled the work can proceed. The court directed the lower court to evaluate national security concerns related to halting the construction project.

Cat Continues Next-Generation Motor Grader Rollout with New 150 and 160
Equipment World·Apr 13, 2026

Cat Continues Next-Generation Motor Grader Rollout with New 150 and 160

Caterpillar is expanding its next-generation motor grader lineup with the new 150 and 160 models, joining the previously released 120 and 140. The new graders feature redesigned cabs, improved operator comfort, increased power, and additional standard features.

Renovation backlog for college facilities hits new highs
Construction Dive·Apr 13, 2026

Renovation backlog for college facilities hits new highs

College facilities maintenance backlogs reached record levels, with deferred capital projects increasing 8% year-over-year according to Gordian's latest facilities report. The growing repair and renovation queue signals mounting pressure on institutions to address aging infrastructure with limited budgets.

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Why Preconstruction Handoffs Still Break (and What Fixes Them)
Autodesk Construction Cloud Blog·Apr 13, 2026

Why Preconstruction Handoffs Still Break (and What Fixes Them)

Preconstruction handoffs frequently fail despite bringing together design, estimating, and procurement teams to make critical early decisions. Improving coordination and information transfer between these skilled teams is essential for preconstruction to deliver its intended value.

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Suffolk tapped as construction manager for $1.2B student housing project
Construction Dive·Apr 13, 2026

Suffolk tapped as construction manager for $1.2B student housing project

Suffolk has been selected as construction manager for a $1.2B student housing development and will employ modular stacking construction methods to improve precision and accelerate project delivery. This approach represents an alternative building technique designed to streamline construction timelines and reduce on-site variability.

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Annual Convention Recap Video Captures a Week of Connection, Learning, and Momentum
AGC of America News·Apr 13, 2026

Annual Convention Recap Video Captures a Week of Connection, Learning, and Momentum

An annual convention brought together construction professionals for a week focused on industry connection, educational sessions, and business momentum. The event was documented in a recap video highlighting key takeaways and networking opportunities from the gathering.

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Construction’s economic outlook is increasingly cloudy
Construction Dive·Apr 13, 2026

Construction’s economic outlook is increasingly cloudy

Construction's economic indicators are softening outside of AI-driven projects, signaling a potential slowdown ahead. While the current boom may continue near-term, industry fundamentals suggest headwinds are building.

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Celebrating the 2026 Bowen Prize for Great Builders: Honoring Cass Sobek of Kiewit Infrastructure
AGC of America News·Apr 13, 2026

Celebrating the 2026 Bowen Prize for Great Builders: Honoring Cass Sobek of Kiewit Infrastructure

Cass Sobek of Kiewit Infrastructure has been honored with the 2026 Bowen Prize for Great Builders, recognizing significant contributions to the construction industry. The award celebrates leadership and innovation in building infrastructure projects.

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Beyond winning work: The key to contractors’ sustained growth
Construction Dive·Apr 13, 2026

Beyond winning work: The key to contractors’ sustained growth

Contractors pursuing rapid growth need to ensure their operations, systems, and teams are properly aligned to handle expansion—otherwise inefficiencies and problems emerge. The article emphasizes the importance of having a solid foundation and strategic planning before scaling up.

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The Robot Report·Apr 12, 2026

Binghamton researchers create robotic guide dogs that walk — and talk

Scientists at Binghamton University have developed a robotic guide dog that uses large language models to communicate in real time with the visually impaired. The post Binghamton researchers create robotic guide dogs that walk — and talk appeared first on The Robot Report .

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Balancing control and efficiency: When to use construction takeoff services
Construction Dive·Apr 13, 2026

Balancing control and efficiency: When to use construction takeoff services

Construction teams can save time on material takeoffs by outsourcing to professional services while maintaining control over critical decisions through a hybrid approach. This balanced method lets crews focus on core work without sacrificing accuracy or project oversight.

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Can Anything Supersede Excel in AEC?
AEC Business·Apr 12, 2026

Can Anything Supersede Excel in AEC?

Excel remains the dominant spreadsheet tool across architecture, engineering, and construction firms despite its limitations. The article explores why companies continue relying on Excel and what alternative software solutions could potentially replace it.

The Robot Report·Apr 11, 2026

Transforming asset management with physical AI

Christian Pedersen, chief product officer at IFS, is this week's podcast guest. He discusses how physical AI and robots can supplement asset management workflow. The post Transforming asset management with physical AI appeared first on The Robot Report .

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What owners and contractors should know about data center construction contracts
Construction Dive·Apr 10, 2026

What owners and contractors should know about data center construction contracts

AI infrastructure development is driving rapid data center construction, but owners and contractors need to thoroughly understand their contracts to manage the risks involved. Construction attorneys emphasize that careful contract review is essential as demand for these projects continues to grow.

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The Robot Report·Apr 10, 2026

Robotic welding at 3x speed: Dextall’s blueprint for industrial-scale facade manufacturing

Dextall tripled production speed for high-rise facade components by standardizing its supply chain before deploying proprietary robotic welding systems. The post Robotic welding at 3x speed: Dextall’s blueprint for industrial-scale facade manufacturing appeared first on The Robot Report .

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