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New offsite automated construction factory from British Offsite to deliver 4,000 homes...

A £45m offsite automated construction factory in Braintree will create light gauge steel panel systems and other components, using robotic automated manufacturing.
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The role of technology in construction: jobs in BIM, robotics, and...

Jooble takes a look at the pivotal role that BIM, robotics, and AI are currently playing in modern construction methods and examine how they will impact the workforce of tomorrow.
The issues keeping UK aviation construction up in the air- and how to resolve them

The challenges keeping UK aviation construction up in the air- and...

Solid procurement strategies, NEC contracts and new project management methods will be key to getting UK aviation construction back on track, argues EDGE's Simon Cooper.
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The power of a Knowledge Transfer Partnership in streamlining construction cost...

A Knowledge Transfer Partnership between the University of Nottingham and construction consultancy Gleeds is bringing the power of AI to streamline the process for cost estimation.
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Carbon information management: Reducing embodied emissions in construction

Industry group ZERO has taken up the mission to raise awareness of embodied carbon and revolutionise the way we approach construction-related emissions with carbon information management.
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Developing a digital control centre for construction data

The AEC Production Control Room initiative aims to transform project delivery by bringing together multiple datasets from multiple systems into a digital control centre to enable smarter insights and collaboration.
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Improving collaboration and profitability with modern construction software

For modern construction software to generate ROI, it needs to reshape and improve business processes. In this article, Elecosoft explore how to use cutting-edge technology to enhance collaboration and profitability on commercial projects.
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Seven construction technology trends shaping the industry in 2023

The Nemetschek Group takes a closer look at the seven construction technology trends taking the industry by storm in 2023, including digital twins, BIM, AI and automation.
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What is the potential of AI in construction?

AI has become a buzzword after some of the world’s most advanced AI technology has been made free for anyone to use. But we still don’t have a full picture of what AI in construction means or how we should leverage its potential.
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Office refurbishment schemes race to meet MEES, EPC requirements

The volume of new builds and office refurbishment schemes is up by nearly 80%, with development in the West End continuing to rise.
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Using thermal imaging and machine learning to improve additive manufacturing

Scientists at Argonne National Laboratory have revealed a new method for detecting defects in metal parts produced by additive manufacturing.
The BridgeAI programme, which aims to increase adoption of artificial intelligence in construction

BridgeAI: Supporting the UK’s adoption of AI and machine learning

Innovate UK, the UK government’s innovation agency, has created a BridgeAI programme to act upon the UK government’s National AI Strategy to increase the adoption and diffusion of artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions in high growth but low AI maturity sectors, including construction.
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Exploring business development and digital engineering with DBM Vircon

PBC Today sat down with Andrew Bellerby, Director at DBM Vircon, to discuss his journey in digital construction, business development, and DBM Vircon’s role in the digital engineering and detailing industry.
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How construction technology can help amid economic uncertainty

With rising costs, labour shortages and wavering demand, construction must look at ways to weather the year ahead. Or, invest in innovation, and improve the ways the industry works.
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Local Plans lack consideration of health priorities

A recently published report found that Local Plans, the statutory requirement for local government, lacked consideration of health priorities and are in need of review. Lead author Dr Rosalie Callway of the University of Bristol discusses the findings.
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Hybrid Reality Capture: Is it the future of laser scanning?

Hybrid Reality Capture combines the best qualities of mobile scanning with the best qualities of static reality capture to alter the future of laser scanning.
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How a connected digital twin can help increase climate resilience

Combining asset data into a connected digital twin can give asset owners across energy, water and telecoms networks a better understanding of the risk of extreme weather events caused by climate change, allowing them to take action.
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UK Construction Week London: Everything you need to know

UK Construction Week London, the UK’s largest event for the built environment, returns to the capital after a successful debut in 2022 with even more to offer.
Sam Burdett of Sandberg discusses his experience of being part of ZERO as it looks to drive sustainable change to tackle the climate crisis in construction

Harnessing next-generation skills to fight the climate crisis in construction with...

Sustainable materials specialist Sam Burdett of Sandberg discusses his experience of being part of ZERO as it looks to drive sustainable change to tackle the climate crisis in construction.
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Elecosoft achieves CPD accreditation on UK training courses

Elecosoft's entire range of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training and qualifications have gained accreditation from the CPDCS.
BIM in airport construction

What are the benefits of BIM in airport construction for architects?

With BIM, you don’t just draw a design; you build and operate it. This makes these digital models critical for large-scale projects such as airports which demand meticulous planning and cross-functional collaboration. In this article, Bhushan Avsatthi, Hi-Tech Digital Solutions, explores the benefits of BIM in airport construction.
Speakers from Bryden Wood, Restoration & Renewal (HoP), AECOM, John Lewis & Partners and Heathrow have been confirmed for the DCW 2023 line-up

Laing O’Rourke, Skanska and others confirmed as DCW 2023 speakers

Speakers from Bryden Wood, Restoration & Renewal (HoP), AECOM, John Lewis & Partners and Heathrow have been confirmed for the DCW 2023 line-up.
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Can digital twins help decarbonise the built environment?

Using digital twins offers numerous benefits, such as improving quality, a better understanding of costs, faster project completion, and revenue growth opportunities but can digital twins help us decarbonise the built environment projects and assets? If the answer is yes, how can we make it happen?
UK's energy sector transition

Investing in new energy systems to accelerate the UK’s energy transition

In this article, Tim Roff, technical lead of new energy infrastructure at United Living, explores how the sector can accelerate the UK's energy transition using smarter integrated energy infrastructure systems.
Recladding with ROCKWOOL® - A guide for specifiers

ROCKWOOL® launches recladding guide for specifiers

Stone wool insulation manufacturer, ROCKWOOL®, has added to its suite of industry support resources with the launch of the Recladding with ROCKWOOL guide for specifiers.
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What are the latest BIM software trends in the UK?

PBC Today explores the current BIM software trends used in the UK and considers the potential implications for stakeholders involved in the construction industry.