Big construction companies are testing AI-aided computer vision to predict accidents on construction sites. AI is being used to improve safety, reduce costs, and enhance the overall efficiency of construction projects.
Recent construction technology news highlights the potential of 3D printing and AI-powered tools in reducing costs and improving safety. The industry is expected to see increased adoption of these technologies, leading to improved efficiency and productivity.
InsiteVR has launched Resolve, a collaborative VR review tool for huge BIM files on the Oculus Quest, enabling teams to review and interact with building models at full scale. This innovation is expected to decrease field errors and late-stage changes, and unlock significant ROI for the industry.
Finland's building permit process is being revolutionized with the new construction act, making it BIM model-based, thanks to the RAVA3Pro project and Solibri. This transition offers many advantages, including automatic checking of plans and freeing time for permit authorities. The project promotes
Aalto University is developing a service that links IoT with building information models, BIMs, to make IoT data useful and usable for research. The project aims to become a 'digital campus' of Otaniemi, enabling the information flow across organizations and systems in the campus.
Aiforsite is a construction tech startup that uses AI and IoT to make construction controllable and analogous to manufacturing. The company's cloud-based service provides insightful information to all parties in a project, aiming to improve quality, productivity, and safety in the construction indus
Infrakit is a digital construction platform that helps manage infrastructure projects by providing real-time situation reports and quality information. The platform has been shown to increase work machine efficiency by up to 40% and provide better quality end products, reducing the risks of project
A Finnish standardization project aims to make open building information models (BIMs) machine-readable by augmenting the IFC standard. The goal is to enable software-independent, automated data exchanges between systems, improving construction productivity and reducing manual errors.
The AEC tech industry has seen several significant developments, including the launch of new technologies and initiatives focused on sustainability and innovation. These advancements have the potential to transform the way buildings are designed, constructed, and managed, and will likely continue to
