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3D laser scanning for land surveying can help map the UK’s ageing rail network

Land surveying is an essential part of maintaining and modernising British rail. Terrestrial laser scanning and mobile LiDAR, along with drones, can be the precision measurement tools that help get the system back on track.

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FARO® – 3D measurement technology

FARO is the world’s most trusted source for 3D measurement technology, it develops and markets computer-aided measurement and imaging devices and software.

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Construction product manufacturers must embrace digitisation

Construction product manufacturers need to start sharing data digitally to support a safer and sustainable construction industry, says a new guide released by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

Innovative tunnel drill to enhance rail operatives safety

Network Rail has developed a new overhead line tunnel drill, which improves operational delivery and the safety of operatives working at height.

Supporting TIP to 2030 – and beyond

The Construction Innovation Hub’s focus on innovation is central to the delivery of the Transforming Infrastructure Performance Roadmap to 2030 against a backdrop of an ever-increasing digitalised and technologically advanced built environment, writes impact director David Philp.

Procore enhances platform to offer greater flexibility for project teams

Procore Technologies, Inc. has enhanced its platform to deliver added flexibility and deeper insights for project teams.

How data can supercharge construction projects

Vanessa Erickson, capital project portfolio expert at AVEVA, discusses how integrated engineering information can empower connected working and supercharge construction.

Everyone benefits from a digital twin

Kevin Vivien, project manager for construction at Bentley Systems, looks at the wider benefits of digital twins and how they can move the industry forward.

4D BIM: What is it and how can it benefit your project?

4D BIM is the process of using 3D models, combined with time and schedule-related information such as programmes, site surveys and logistics models to create a virtual construction sequence.

One streamlined tool will help facilitate construction projects, says report

According to a new report by Procore Technologies, Inc. and Dodge Data & Analytics, owners and contractors face a variety of challenges when it comes to project cost management, but they believe using one streamlined tool will help facilitate construction projects and cost management more efficiently.

Partnership to develop utilities digital twin

Anglian Water, BT and UK Power Networks have formed a new partnership with the National Digital Twin programme to deliver a digital twin across energy, water and telecoms networks.

Data, technology and the evolution of site sourcing

Finding the right site is all-important for any development – but the process can be cumbersome and time-consuming. Hugh Gibbs, co-founder of SearchLand, says harnessing data and digital technology can give developers a head-start.

Vectorworks nominated in Construction Computing awards

Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. earns three nominations for the 2021 Construction Computing awards, including ‘BIM Software of the Year’.

[VIDEO] Revit plugin for interior design – Blocks custom add-in

Block Revit was founded in 2019, and it is the world’s first subscription club focused on Revit families for interior design. Discover more here.

Procore unveils multiple platform updates

Procore Technologies, Inc. has unveiled multiple platform updates to further meet the needs of its global customers.

£1.5m project to deliver digital twin of Portsmouth port

As part of a £1.5m project, IOTICS will create a digital twin of Portsmouth International Port.

Could bacteria develop a new type of eco-friendly plasterboard?

Researchers at the University of Bath are exploring whether the natural properties of bacteria could develop a new type of environmentally friendly plasterboard.

Vectorworks launches 2022 BIM and CAD product line

Design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. has released the 2022 version of its BIM and CAD product line.

Bentley Systems acquires mining and exploration software specialists

Bentley Systems’ Seequent business unit has acquired Canadian mining and exploration software company, Minalytix.

Concrete-like material developed from space dust and astronaut blood

Scientists at The University of Manchester have developed a concrete-like material made of space dust and the blood, sweat and tears of astronauts.

Elecosoft launches Powerproject Collaboration Cloud

Great construction work should never be held up by poor project management. To help companies deliver more projects on schedule, within budget, stress-free, Elecosoft has launched Powerproject Collaboration Cloud.

Study to explore how fungi could prevent landslips

Researchers at the University of Strathclyde, Cardiff University, the University of Naples Federico II and engineering company BAM Ritchies, are exploring the role of fungi in helping to prevent landslips.

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