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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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Email hacking in the construction industry: Who is liable?

Michael Gerard of construction and engineering law firm Michael Gerard Solicitors looks at the legalities and liabilities around the issue of email fraud.

RPS awarded BRE’s ISO 19650 BIM certification

Professional services firm RPS has achieved certification for BRE Global’s new ISO 19650 Building Information Modelling (BIM) for Businesses Scheme.

New era for 3D printing in the construction market

According to a recent study by Transparency Market Research, 3D printing in the construction market is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 33%.

What is Bridge Information Modelling (BrIM)?

Bridge information modelling (BrIM), or BIM for bridges, is an advanced methodology for the bridge design and construction industry.

Amey’s augmented reality app to fight ‘unflushables’ issue

Amey has partnered with ClicksandLinks to develop an augmented reality app to fight unflushable blockages, which will be piloted across the Severn Trent contract.

Construction productivity report demonstrates MMC potential

AIMCH, the consortium set up to overhaul the housebuilding sector, has published a new research report that assesses construction productivity metrics.

Digital collaboration unlocks German testing environment in the UK

Peter Owen from Willmott Dixon and Anthony Shaw from NG Bailey discuss how digital collaboration enabled them to support Coventry University and FEV to bring cutting-edge German facilities into the UK.

The ConTech trends expected to take 2020 by storm

Finbarr McMeel, technical director at Gilbert-Ash, takes a look at the ConTech trends expected to sweep the nation in 2020.

5 construction industry trends to watch in 2020

The construction industry is evolving and with it bringing some new trends. With a variety of trends becoming popular on construction sites, what are the ones to look out for?

Get organised for the New Year with Build Aviator Software

New Year, New You, New Deadlines. Build Aviator are here to help you get organised for your construction projects in 2020 and beyond.

Elecosoft’s project management software assists construction project

Elecosoft’s Powerproject helped Sir Robert McAlpine on the construction project at the former Plaza Centre at 120 Oxford Street in London.

Digital transformation: Is Facilities Management ready?

Almost half (48%) of Facilities Managers (FMs) are missing out on the benefits of digital transformation by not adopting new technology, recent research by Mitie shows.

New guide to change the way drones are used in construction

The UK Civil Aviation Authority has published its guide to support the construction industry change the way drone flights are used.

Quartix and Fleet Focus team up to launch dashcam integration

Quartix Ltd has partnered with camera and vehicle safety company, Fleet Focus, to launch an integrated dashcam solution.

Edinburgh Napier and Trimble to establish AEC Technology Lab

Edinburgh Napier University has received equipment and software from Trimble to establish a state-of-the-art Technology Lab for architecture, engineering and construction (AEC).

Mace unveils ‘next generation’ construction method

Mace has launched a next generation construction method, High Rise Solutions (HRS), to transform the way we build in the UK.

A look at the lastest CAD software: BricsCAD® BIM V20

Now in its fifth release, BricsCAD® BIM V20 improves on Bricsys CAD-accurate, solids-based concept-to-documentation workflow.

The ups and downs of the UK’s journey towards BIM Level 2

John Eynon traces the ups and downs of the UK’s journey towards BIM Level 2 and digital transformation, reflecting on the stresses, the strains and the green shoots of hope for the future.

Is the manufacturing sector still scared of BIM?

Some manufacturers may still be wary of BIM. “Should  companies embrace it or risk being left behind?” asks Nick Johns, Head of Digital Manufacturing for Graitec.

BAM uses AI to predict critical strength of concrete

The world’s first artificial intelligence (AI) concrete strength prediction engine has been used on BAM Nuttall’s project to expand London City Airport.

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