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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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Bimplus: How the openBIM platform improves construction coordination

Ineffective communication, planning and collaboration often result in construction projects that are delivered late, over budget and to inadequate quality standards. To overcome these challenges, the construction industry must find ways of working.

Bentley Systems announces launch of Virtuosity

Bentley Systems has invested in launching Virtuosity to accelerate and advance the success of an infrastructure practitioner.

Northumbria joins €4.8m EU housing energy efficiency project

Northumbria University has been chosen to participate in a €4.8m project to make renovating residential buildings in Europe more energy efficient.

How COMPLIANT is your Artificial Intelligence?

Ryan Dempsey considers the nature of compliance, technology and why his company is rebranding to remove the word ‘compliance’ from the frontline.

Digital engineering: A pioneering approach to innovation

Digital engineering is a constantly evolving concept that presents transformational opportunities for architecture, engineering and construction.

Drone technology’s role in Highways England’s roadmap to digital revolution

Highways England’s 15-year roadmap for connected and autonomous plant aims to support a digital revolution in construction. Ian Tansey of ProDroneWorx takes a look at the plan and the role of drone technology.

Bringing the past to life: 3D mapping historic sites for restoration

David Fowkes of GeoSLAM explains how SLAM technology is helping construction teams around the world build a detailed picture of sprawling and complex historic structures ahead of restoration.

Covid-19: Helping hands for trades from Build Aviator

Build Aviator has extended a range of help and financial support to tradespeople during the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown.

Harnessing the Common Data Environment

PBC Today explores how the Common Data Environment (CDE) strengthens collaboration across the AEC industry and allows for seamless data sharing.

New partnership to accelerate building maintenance technology

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has teamed up with the Technology Enabled Maintenance Association (TEMA) to accelerate the adoption of emerging technologies in the building maintenance sector.

Next steps for Common Data Environment

Richard Shennan, digital delivery director at Mott MacDonald discusses the importance of a Common Data Environment (CDE) as an essential element of collaborative working.

New Promap feature streamlines mapping for surveyors

Landmark Information has launched Promap QuickPrint, which is a new feature of its flagship Promap v2 tool.

Digital first with JCT Online

JCT has been adopting a ‘digital first’ approach for customers using the JCT Online Store to make it easier for those who have been working with construction contracts during the lockdown period.

Asite integrates with Microsoft Teams and Google Meet

Common data environment provider, Asite has integrated with Microsoft Teams and Google Meet as part of new wave of tools to support clients during Covid-19.

Why do we need standards for BIM?

Why standards? I hear you say. Why do we need standards such as ISO 19650 when we talk about BIM and all other codes of practice and guidance? Why can’t I just get on with my journey and do my job?

Underfloor air conditioning technology: The sustainable way to service space

Underfloor air conditioning has come of age. Worldwide, major developers are embracing this technology for its height-saving benefits in new builds, and headroom increases in refurbishments.

New electronic warning tags support social distancing at work

An electronic warning tag which alerts wearers when they get they get too close to a colleague is being introduced to workplaces across the country.

Four new prisons to be constructed using MMC

Four new prisons are to be built across England over the next six years using new technology and modern methods of construction.

Innovative graphene asphalt to be trialled on Kent roads

Amey has joined forces with Kent County Council and Iterchimica to trial the use of Gipave, an asphalt supermodifier, on Kent roads.

Digital twin survey platform to connect asset data

Atkins has launched a new digital twin survey platform, CIRRUS Insite, to enable clients to access, analyse and further develop 2D and 3D digital models of their assets.

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