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How Britain’s construction sector could benefit from using robotics
Britain must leverage the use of robotics and automation or risk being left behind on the global construction landscape, the National Roboatrium’s Pete Felton writes.
6 reasons small businesses get big benefits from construction software
Following the pandemic, the construction industry has started to embrace technology more and more, with powerful new construction software popping up to answer the demand.
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.
Subsidence: New developments in identification, investigation and solutions
New guidance from the Institution of Structural Engineers examines the challenges presented by subsidence. John Patch, chair of the IStructE’s Subsidence Taskgroup explains why better cross-sector collaboration is needed to tackle this costly problem.
Transform your materials procurement with The Build Chain
Do you want to take control of your materials procurement this year? Now is the perfect opportunity to refresh your supplier list, review pricing agreements and ensure you’re getting the best deals.
Wondrwall launches Energy Service Contracts (ESC) for newbuilds
Wondrwall has launched Energy Service Contracts (ESC), a renewable technology for newbuilds, which will save housebuilders and homeowners money.
Hexagon to partner with Nemetschek Group
AEC/O and media software giant Nemetschek Group has announced a strategic partnership with Hexagon's Geosystems division to accelerate the digital transformation in the industry.
Why modular construction in the commercial sector stacks up
With the recent focus on the modular construction industry, Richard Hipkiss, development director of the Modular & Portable Building Association (MPBA), considers why the outlook in mature commercial markets is on a different trajectory.
Communities powered by waste: Turning landfill waste into energy assets
Dan Nienhauser, CEO of Stellar3, explores the need for innovative landfill waste management and energy generation solutions in response to urban waste challenges.
Re-flow analysis: Spring budget industry roundup
In the wake of the 2024 spring budget, national attention has sidelined key policy changes. Amidst this, the construction industry, as highlighted by Re-flow, scrutinises the budget's impact beyond the surface noise.
Virtuscan: scanning services for your structure and properties
Virtuscan specializes in Geometric Data Capture, utilising laser scanners, drones, cameras, and survey equipment to map and document properties and structures.
BRE 2024 Manifesto calls for investment in net zero, AI and...
As a general election looms, the Building Research Establishment (BRE) 2024 Manifesto calls for the next Government to commit to 'world-leading standards' for British buildings.
AUAR secures £2.6m to build sustainable homes using robotic micro-factories
Automated Architecture (AUAR) licenses its tech stack of robotic micro-factories and AI to enable home-builders to deliver low-energy timber affordable homes.
AI in construction: Transforming speed and communication
As the UK grapples with economic uncertainties, AI in construction emerges as a crucial ally in project management, Andy Thomas, AI and visualisation lead at AECOM, explains.
Vectorworks 2024 Update 4 brings new AI capabilities, design freedom and...
The latest Vectorworks 2024 Update 4 adds new AI visualisation, virtual reality and BIM collaboration potential.
Ensuring project success through construction materials procurement best practice
In this article, The Build Chain explores how to ensure project success through construction materials procurement best practice.
Make taking site inventory easy with Vectorworks’ mobile scanning
Vectorwork's Alex Altieri looks at how mobile scanning with the Nomad app is an excellent alternative to drones, creating an accurate model of your site with swift and comprehensive scanning.
How offsite and MMC pave the way to a brighter future...
Angela Mansell, managing director of Mansell Building Solutions, explores the role offsite and MMC have to play in the future of construction.
Data as an infinite resource at the Interchange Conference
Re-flow attended the Interchange Conference on the 27 and 28 February to present their cutting-edge field management software and harness the power of data.
The crucial role of smart IT in the construction industry’s ESG...
Rob Smith, CTO at Creative ITC, explains the often-underestimated impact of enterprise technology on climate change and outlines how construction businesses can stay ahead of the ESG curve.
New features announced for return of Concrete Expo
Organisers of Concrete Expo, the UK’s most innovative exhibition for the concrete industry, have announced a host of exciting new features at this year's show.
Ethical public sector use of AI for decision-making in connected places
Public sector use of AI offers significant potential value but also brings with it significant concerns over its responsible use. A new project led by the University of Cambridge aims to put ethical considerations at the heart of decisions to use AI within digitalisation initiatives to create public value in connected places.
Re-flow showcases new features at the UK Infrastructure Show
The UK Infrastructure Show (UKIS) is another exciting event added to Re-flow’s roadmap. UKIS brings together the UK’s largest infrastructure projects and programmes from transport, healthcare and local government.
Construction fire safety at ‘major crossroads’
National Fire Protection Association figures reveal a staggering $408m cost of construction fire damage on site. John Heinen, principal fire investigator, discusses the changes that can be implemented to ensure safer environments.
New study finds AEC firms using 50% more cloud storage than...
The AEC trends report from Egnyte found that data storage requirements at AEC companies have increased at a rate of 50.3% as cloud storage grows in popularity.
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.