City officials are calling for reforms to the federal grant application process, which they describe as overly complicated and time-consuming. They recommend improvements through better preparation, strategic planning, and relationship-building with grant agencies.
FANUC America said it will have hired more than 700 U.S. workers since 2019 to build its industrial automation. The post FANUC America to invest $90M in U.S. robot manufacturing appeared first on The Robot Report .
Construction spending failed to gain momentum in early 2026 despite a data center boom, signaling broader weakness in the sector. Economists cite geopolitical tensions, including the Iran conflict, as a concerning headwind for future growth.
Sentry Equipment, a century-old manufacturing company, is expanding into new sectors and adopting new technologies while maintaining traditional manufacturing values. The company is positioning itself for sustained growth over the next 100 years through strategic innovation and modernization.
AI tools work best for safety analysis when given specific, focused questions and reliable data rather than open-ended tasks. Safety experts should guide AI by providing clear parameters and quality information to help identify meaningful safety trends in construction projects.
Additive manufacturing in healthcare has moved beyond theoretical discussions to focus on practical challenges like scaling custom medical product production and meeting regulatory requirements. RAPID + TCT 2026 will explore how the industry is solving real-world implementation issues.
Construction starts dropped 13% overall in February as large energy projects that had been driving growth disappeared from the pipeline. Nonresidential construction rebounded, but wasn't enough to offset the decline from the absence of those megaprojects.
Polymaker, a developer and manufacturer of 3D printing materials, has expanded its direct-to-consumer webshop to six additional European markets: the UK, France, Germany, Poland, Czechia, and Spain. Announced from Utrecht, Netherlands, the move gives customers in those countries direct access to…
With Rapid Operator AI, Vention is targeting midmarket and enterprise manufacturers operating multi-shift facilities. The post Vention releases Rapid Operator AI to automate deep bin picking appeared first on The Robot Report .
Hexagon, a measurement technology company, has released Geomagic Freeform 2026.1 with a new subscription pricing model that lowers the software’s starting cost by 66%, alongside added support for Haply Robotics haptic devices and new workflow tools for complex, organic 3D design. Announced on March…
New York City faces a constraint between growing demand for data centers and its aging power infrastructure. Edge data centers—smaller facilities distributed throughout the city rather than centralized in one location—may offer a solution to this capacity challenge.
NASA and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have published a strategy document proposing computer simulations as a tool to cut the time and cost of certifying metal 3D printed aviation components. The 195-page report was developed over five years by a steering group known as CM4QC,…
Construction hiring slowed in January according to the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics job openings and labor turnover data. The sector continues to face challenges in bringing on new workers despite ongoing demand for construction projects.
Alisher Khojayev, a student at Los Angeles Valley College, has published a proof-of-concept prototype for a low-cost launcher and guided rocket system built with consumer electronics and 3D printed components. In a video presentation on his YouTube channel and two GitHub repositories, Khojayev says…
Palladyne AI integrated its SwarmOS platform with Draganfly's drone components for a successful flight simulation in a step toward next-gen defense applications. The post Palladyne AI and Draganfly reach milestone for autonomous drone swarms appeared first on The Robot Report .
Researchers from the University of Brighton and University of Strathclyde have developed an electrochemical sensor platform capable of detecting a heart attack protein biomarker in human blood serum. Published in Analytical Chemistry, the study targets cardiac troponin I, a protein released into…
California is removing regulatory barriers to convert vacant office buildings into residential units, though implementation efforts have seen inconsistent results. The shift addresses housing shortages while repurposing underutilized commercial real estate.
Soft robotics has a longstanding problem: the materials that make robots flexible and lifelike are notoriously difficult to manufacture into precise, useful shapes. A team of researchers from the Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology (KRICT) may have found a way around that, using one of…
Messer-Sundt JV has begun a $900M infrastructure project at Nashville's airport, which includes building a road loop and six-level consolidated rental car facility as part of a larger $3B capital improvement program. The work is part of upgrades to Tennessee's busiest airport.
UCSF and Biohub scientists created a seaweed-based material that produces more reliable lab-grown organs for research and potential human tissue replacement. This advancement could accelerate medical research and eventually enable manufacturing of organs for transplant.
Infrastructure investments in roads, water systems, and power are essential foundations for housing development and affordability. Renewing federal surface transportation funding before its September expiration is a critical first step to support residential construction.
ABC has announced its 2026 Construction Workforce Award winners across four categories: Craft Instructor, Craft Pro, Young Pro, and Safety Pro. These awards recognize outstanding individuals who excel in their roles and contribute to the construction industry's workforce development.
Liqcreate, Netherlands-based independent manufacturer of 3D printing resins, has announced the commercial availability of Liqcreate Separation Model, a specialized dental photopolymer engineered to deliver built-in non-adhesion performance toward acrylic-based dental and orthodontic materials, with…
AEC 2026 will feature discussions on implementing AI effectively in construction, addressing real business value and the practical challenges companies face when adopting these technologies. The focus will be on how organizations need to shift their mindset and business models to successfully integrate AI into their operations.