Construction management can take place on-site or remotely—sometimes even on another continent. NavVis has developed a 3D scanning and imaging solution that benefits clients and builders wherever they are. I first met NavVis at the AEC Hackathon in Munich last year. The company demonstrated how they could use a mobile scanning device for the 3D […]

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Water in the wrong places in a building is a problem that can lead to health issues and expensive repairs. I interviewed Jarmo Tuppurainen about an experimental project that tests how cheap, passive RFID sensors can help with moisture monitoring. I met Jarmo, the Technology Manager at Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, at the […]

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It took a software developer to tell property owners that their thinking is flawed. Nerd, IoT sensor, Leader, Superhero – these are the terms that Tomi Teikko uses to describe himself in his LinkedIn profile. Admittedly, Tomi does not feel like a typical software developer when he talks enthusiastically about his discovery. “Every real estate […]

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Newtecnic is a world leader in the engineering design of ambitious construction projects and building envelope systems. In this interview, Andrew Watts describes how his firm became an international success and how they approach difficult design problems. Andrew Watts it the CEO of Newtecnic, an architect and engineer. In this exciting interview, he discusses the following topics: […]

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World Summit on Digital Built Environment WDBE 2018 takes place on September 11-12 in the capital of Finland, Helsinki. If you want to give a presentation or do a workshop at the international event, submit your proposal right away. Finland is an apt location for an event of this kind. As an EU country of […]

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Artificial intelligence and machine learning are emerging technologies in construction. Here are three presentations on possible applications and implications of AI. Tim Chapman, ARUP Amongst other things, Mr Chapman looks at AI applications, such as business case planning design, procurement and construction operations. Autodesk University The Rise of the AI: Impact of AI and Machine Learning […]

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Here’s a quick rundown of this week’s top news and happenings in the construction industry. Each week, we’ll take a look at some of the interesting local, regional, and national stories about construction to keep you better informed of the goings-on in the industry.

First-home-buyers of newly constructed properties in New South Wales are set to save up to $31,335 as the government in that state raises the threshold above which stamp duty is applied to new homes.

The supply and demand of tradespeople in residential construction remains in balance despite the coronavirus, the latest data suggests.

Tradespeople in Australia’s construction industry are being encouraged to ditch old-school ‘she’ll be right’ attitudes and to seek professional help where they experience stiffness or pain.