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New Names and Faces: April 2026
ABC member companies made significant organizational moves in April 2026, including board appointments, office expansions, and staff promotions. The updates reflect ongoing leadership changes and growth across the construction industry.
New CIRT chief is ready to coach construction’s all-stars
Corey Clayborne has taken over as president of the Construction Industry Round Table and is prioritizing workforce development, mental health, and tariff issues. The organization aims to address key challenges facing the construction industry through its leadership agenda.
Let’s take action to make US road work zones safer
An industry association is calling for work zone safety improvements to be included in upcoming surface transportation legislation discussions. The push comes during National Work Zone Awareness Week, highlighting the need for better protections on active job sites.
DOL proposes new joint employer rule
The Department of Labor is proposing a new rule that establishes a single nationwide standard for determining joint employer status under the Fair Labor Standards Act and other employment laws. This could affect how construction companies classify workers and their relationships with subcontractors and staffing agencies.
The Safest Pickup Trucks of 2026
MX3D Completes PIONEER Project, Proving Hybrid WAAM Ready for Civil Engineering at Scale
Reliable Robotics raises funding for fully automated aircraft
Communication Gaps Can Cost Construction Firms in the Data Center Boom
Data center construction is booming with AI technology, but poor communication between teams can undermine projects and hurt profitability. Construction firms need to prioritize clear internal and external communication strategies to capitalize on this market opportunity.
Navigating Timelines and Technology: Patent Strategies for Space and Earth
Patent law needs to keep pace as construction technology advances for space-based building projects. Protecting intellectual property rights for these innovations will be critical as the industry develops new capabilities beyond Earth.
Stratasys expands PolyJet, software, and materials portfolio
Artec 3D launches survey-grade mobile LiDAR scanner
BLT helps develop OPPO Find N6 hinge with titanium 3D printing
Fraunhofer IAP and NMI Achieve Biomimetic Tissue Mechanics
Farsoon Advances Copper Alloy 3D Printing With Speed, Precision, and Scale
Authentise Whisper Turns Chats Into Auditable Manufacturing Records
From EVs to robotics: Tesla targets 10M Optimus units with new Texas plant
Cruz’ing through the terminal: A&K Robotics lands $8M for autonomous mobility
Glydways brings in $170M to scale its AV technology
Learn about the latest advancements in healthcare robotics at the Robotics Summit & Expo
Crewline secures $7.1M to automate construction’s most repetitive task
JLG Reveals Next-Gen 60-Foot Articulated Boom Lift, the 600AJ+
Wacker Neuson Brings 3 New Compact Wheel Loaders to North America
Consigli CIO sees biggest AI impacts in estimating
Consigli Construction is leveraging AI primarily for estimating work, using it to track revisions and manage trade-offs in projects. The company has made AI tools an expected part of daily operations for its workforce.