Trimble is acquiring Document Crunch to integrate AI-powered risk management and document compliance tools into its Construction One platform. The addition aims to help construction firms better manage project documentation and identify potential risks throughout the delivery process.
Construction hiring slowed significantly in February, resulting in the lowest labor turnover rate in over two decades. Fewer workers are both getting hired and leaving jobs, signaling a cooling demand for construction labor.
Opening a new construction office location across state lines requires attention to fundamental business practices and operational considerations. The article outlines key lessons for construction firms expanding their footprint, whether launching independently or branching from an existing headquarters.
Smart Factory & Automation World and NVIDIA GTC both brought an avalanche of new robotics and AI news in March 2026. The post Top 10 robotics developments of March 2026 appeared first on The Robot Report .
Liebherr has upgraded its LTM 1090-4.3 mobile crane with a new control system and redesigned cab, maintaining the 110-ton capacity with a maximum hoist height of 249 feet and road speed of 53 mph. The improvements focus on operator controls and cabin ergonomics to enhance jobsite performance.
Jennifer Lyons is an aerospace engineer at BRPH who turned her childhood dream of becoming an astronaut into a career in the aerospace industry. Her work bridges the gap between construction and advanced engineering disciplines.
OTR has introduced the TrackBoss E5, a new rubber track for compact loaders designed to protect turf while maintaining equipment performance. The track's multi-bar tread pattern delivers a smooth ride and improved traction for jobsite applications.
A New York Build panel recommends that data center developers include community benefits agreements as part of their projects. Developers should contribute resources to upgrade surrounding infrastructure like roads and water systems alongside their construction.
Fusable's 2025 data reveals which construction equipment manufacturers and financed models are leading the market. The report provides insights into buyer preferences and trends shaping equipment purchases this year.
Positronic Robotics has launched PhAIL, a benchmark evaluating physical AI models on commercial tasks using throughput and reliability metrics. The post PhAIL ranks top robotics foundation models on real hardware appeared first on The Robot Report .
Autodesk is opening nominations for its 40 Under 40 Construction Champions of 2026 award program to recognize innovative professionals in the construction industry. The program celebrates creativity, innovation, and hard work from construction professionals making an impact worldwide.
Office-to-housing conversions increased 28% last year, with New York City leading the conversion trend, followed by Washington, D.C., and Chicago. This shift reflects changing real estate demand and represents a significant opportunity for construction and renovation work in major markets.
Brain Corp’s BrainOS Clean 2.0 introduces SelfPath AI, enabling Tennant robots to autonomously map and adapt routes without manual training. The post Brain Corp unveils BrainOS Clean 2.0 in partnership with Tennant appeared first on The Robot Report .
Sachse Construction, a Detroit-based contractor, hosts an annual art auction that brings together builders, makers, and artists to support workforce development and help local youth. The initiative combines construction expertise with creative talent to generate resources and opportunities for the Detroit community.
Surgical robotics has evolved, expanding into a diverse ecosystem of procedure‑specific technologies — each pushing new technical requirements onto the motion systems at their core. The post Surgical robotics: Why motion architecture matters more than ever appeared first on The Robot Report .
Shenzhen-based 3D printer manufacturer Creality has introduced the Filament Maker M1 and the Shredder R1, a paired desktop system that lets users shred 3D printing waste and extrude it back into usable filament on Indiegogo. Anyone who has spent serious time around a 3D printer knows the guilt that…
Willmeng is developing Halo Vista, a 2,300-acre mixed-use project north of Phoenix valued at $7 billion, positioned immediately adjacent to TSMC's $65 billion semiconductor manufacturing campus. The location positions the development to capitalize on regional growth driven by the major chipmaking facility.
Argonne National Laboratory submitted a proposal to ASME to officially allow laser powder bed fusion (a 3D printing technology) for manufacturing high-temperature components in nuclear reactors. Approval would establish the first formal manufacturing standard for this additive process in the nuclear industry.
In the opening panel of this year's Robotics Summit, learn how to create robots that are reliable and ready for commercial fleets. The post Learn how to build reliable robots at scale in Robotics Summit keynote appeared first on The Robot Report .
Metal 3D printing technology provider Bright Laser Technologies (BLT) has announced that its BLT-S400 platform surpassed 100,000 units of copper alloy components in cumulative output as of March 2026, what the company describes as the first publicly documented evidence of repeatable, large-scale…
A federal judge halted construction on a $400M ballroom addition to the president's residence, ruling that Congress must approve the project before work can proceed. The project is being built by Clark Construction and engineered by AECOM.
Velo3D, a metal additive manufacturing firm, has received a $9.8 million, five-year IDIQ contract under the Defense Logistics Agency’s JAMA Pilot Parts Program, a federal initiative designed to speed up the integration of 3D printed parts into Department of War sustainment operations. The…
The construction industry posted only 202,000 job openings at the end of February, marking the slowest hiring rate on record. This significant decline signals a major slowdown in construction employment demand across the sector.
Cumming Group launched a new Advanced Technology division that secured a major microprocessor project and multiple data center campus contracts. The unit positions the advisory firm to support construction and infrastructure work tied to semiconductor and data center development.