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PROFILE: Tough But Smart
OKI multifunction printers can help solve the space challenge on site says Andrew Hall, marketing manager Oki Systems UK…
As anyone in the construction business...
Smarter Printing for Construction
The construction industry was hit hard by the recession as housing activity slumped and building projects were cancelled. Recent months have seen a recovery...
The power of BIM-IoT integration to drive ESG and demonstrate true...
With the concept of “smart” becoming deeply ingrained in our daily lives, the AEC sector is embracing the trend of smart buildings. Sam Norledge of the newly formed Digital Buildings Council explores the vital role of BIM-IoT integration in the delivery of digital buildings and its alignment with operational practices in this new era.
How can the construction industry optimise digital engineering?
Advanced building materials, smart buildings, BIM, digital twins, and modern methods of construction are amongst the more transformative technologies set to shape digital engineering.
Explore innovation in challenging times with Payapps’ ‘From Surviving to Thriving’...
In the 'From Surviving to Thriving' interview series hosted by Payapps' Anthony Puma, hear from professionals on how they overcome the challenges facing the industry with digital construction technology.
The top 5 AEC/O industry trends in 2024
The Nemetschek Group takes a look at the top 5 AEC/O industry trends in the near future of construction and design and discusses how AI, sustainable practices, digital twins and cutting-edge technology will revolutionise the industry.
IoT technology in construction
IoT technology in construction will be a gamechanger for the industry, but challenges must be overcome first, says Ramona Marfievici, principal IoT engineer at Digital Catapult.
Where next for Energy Performance Certificates?
As the UK gears up to decarbonise its built environment, the Energy Systems Catapult is calling for reform of the flawed Energy Performance Certificates to better reflect buildings’ real-world performance. Senior energy policy adviser Fay Holland looks at how EPCs can be made to work better for net zero.
Five technology trends for the AEC industry in 2024
Explore in this interview with Eduardo Lazzarotto, Chief Product & Strategy Officer at ALLPLAN, five AEC technology trends that are poised to make a substantial impact in 2024.
The evolution of BIM: From design focus to whole-life information management
Too often misconceived as being just about project delivery, BIM – better information management – is a catalyst for achieving better whole-life outcomes, says Paul Wilkinson, vice-chair of nima – formerly the UK BIM Alliance.
41% of architects now using AI, RIBA reports
New research by RIBA reveals that 41% of UK architects are already using artificial intelligence (AI) on at least the occasional project- and of those, 43% think it has made the design process more efficient.
Accelerating digital transformation in 2024
nima – formerly the UK BIM Alliance – wants to help UK businesses deliver a strong return on their investments by accelerating digital transformation in 2024, says Paul Wilkinson.
Updating Energy Performance Certificates for a net zero energy system
Energy Performance Certificates need urgent reform if we are to successfully decarbonise buildings and meet net zero goals, says Fay Holland, senior energy policy adviser – heat and local energy at the Energy Systems Catapult.
The key to a sustainable construction industry
Nemetschek’s powerful software could be the key to a more sustainable construction industry, allowing stakeholders to plan carefully and reduce material waste.
Revizto goes live at Digital Construction Week 2023
In this episode of Collaboration Corner, Revizto returns to ExCel London to attend Digital Construction Week 2023 to showcase their new phone app, catch up with clients, and more!
How can 5G in construction revolutionise the industry?
PBC Today explore how 5G in construction is set to transform the way projects are carried out in terms of safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Digital and transformational change in construction projects: The (liability) bumps in...
May Winfield of Buro Happold takes a look at the transformational change in construction projects in the last decade, such as collaboration and digitisation.
NABERS UK: Closing the office performance gap on the road to...
Jim Saywell, director of UK sustainability and physics at Buro Happold and member of the NABERS UK Design Review Panel, explores the NABERS energy rating system and how schemes like this can help office owners and operators close the performance gap, bringing benefits to people, planet and budgets.
Kier wins HM Prison Glasgow pre-construction services contract
The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has awarded Kier the pre-construction services contract for HMP Glasgow, a new prison to replace HMP Barlinnie.
Modular Advantage Magazine May-June 2022
Featuring dozens of modular building case studies, the latest, double-sized issue of the Modular Building Institute’s Modular Advantage magazine explores all the winning projects from MBI’s 2022 Awards of Distinction contest.
Driving an innovative construction industry
The Nemetschek Group shows how investing in smaller firms can make a difference and help to drive an innovative construction industry.
Switching toward energy-efficient connected LED lighting
James Bennett, commercial director of systems and services at Signify UK & Ireland, explains why switching to energy-efficient connected LED lighting will help countries meet their net zero targets.
How technology collaboration is driving net zero carbon success
The technology is already in place to meet net zero targets - collaboration, interoperability and a change of mindset to value the entire building lifecycle will be key to achieving them, says Mark Coates, international director of public policy and advocacy at Bentley Systems.
COP26: Week two construction highlights
As the final week of the COP26 climate conference draws to a close, and world leaders begin to finalise plans, we take a look at what the takeaways of the summit mean for the construction sector as the industry moves towards a sustainable future.
Equans launches school retrofit model to support net zero ambitions
Equans has launched a school retrofit model to support the government’s 2050 net zero carbon ambitions.
Construction post-Covid: Hitting the net zero carbon target
Today, the world is once again reeling from a historic financial shock, this time caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, which on paper is even more profound than the fallout from the GFC. And yet, the response when it comes to regulations aimed at cutting carbon emissions has been markedly different in countries around the world. Matt Bennion, CEO at Reds10, explains.