In a rapidly advancing digital age, the construction industry faces mounting challenges to maintain integrity and accuracy in project data. British Gypsum, a part of Saint-Gobain Interior Solutions, has introduced BIMlocker, an innovative digital construction tool designed to optimize the use of
February 12, 2025Building Information Modeling (BIM) has come a long way since its inception in the 1970s. By the early 2000s, BIM had revolutionized the construction industry, becoming an essential tool for planning, designing, constructing, and managing building and infrastructure projects. The digitalization of
February 7, 2025The construction industry, responsible for a staggering 40% of global carbon emissions, stands at a critical juncture. Addressing the climate crisis requires urgent action, innovation, and sustainable practices to mitigate its environmental impact. Gillian Charlesworth, CEO of the Building Research
February 7, 2025The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing on U.S. Highway 101 in Los Angeles County, California, is nearing completion. This ambitious project aims to reconnect wildlife habitats that have been fragmented by the busy freeway, ensuring safe passage for animals like mountain lions whose movements have
February 5, 2025Skanska UK has made significant strides in smart building technology with the development and enhancement of its Intellekt platform. Initially deployed at its City of London headquarters at 51 Moorgate, Intellekt leverages real-time data to optimize building performance, reduce carbon emissions,
February 5, 2025The residential construction industry in Australia is undergoing a significant transformation driven by the adoption of digital tools. This shift is largely a response to the increased demand for housing, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic and the federal government’s HomeBuilder grant. As builders a
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