Technology & Innovation
How Large Manufacturers Are Interpreting “Big Data” For Actionable Use
by Dr. Sean Otto Equipment manufacturers, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) companies, and power and process plant owners and operators commonly face the challenge of keeping their fleet, machinery, and other assets working efficiently, while also reducing the cost of maintenance and time-sensitive repairs. Considering the aggressive time-to-market required for industrial products and services, it is […]
Suffolk, Northeastern U Launch DATA Initiative
Boston – Suffolk is leading the sponsorship of a Digital, Analytics, Technology and Automation (DATA) Initiative with Northeastern University. Hosted by the D’Amore-McKim School of Business (DMSB) at Northeastern, the DATA Initiative will establish a cross-disciplinary, innovative hub of thought leadership committed to researching, developing, and sharing new knowledge and approaches for transforming organizations into […]
New Apple-Powered Digital Job Box Released
El Segundo, CA – PCM, Inc. has launched its Digital Job Box, a rugged solution for the construction industry that manages job site projects and connects remote workers to their office counterparts. The Enterprise Technology Group at PCM worked closely with construction industry leaders to create a scalable solution that will allow construction firms and project […]
Technology Trends and Future Sensitive Design
by Michael Kerwin Three of the most influential technology trends are the reduction in on-site technology equipment space requirements, the increasing mobility of devices, users and applications, and the growing use of collaboration tools and activities. How do design approaches often conflict with technology trends? Current design approaches to technology are commonly retrospective. […]
Triax Technologies Identifies Key Drivers to Digital Transformation
Norwalk, CT – Triax Technologies, Inc., a provider of the connected jobsite, is shedding light on how the traditionally low-tech construction industry is embracing innovation and using technology to meet workforce challenges and stay competitive and agile in today’s changing market, according to Chad Hollingsworth, CEO and cofounder of Triax Technologies, Inc. “There’s no doubt that […]
BPDA Board Approves Seven Projects
Boston – The Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) Board of Directors approved seven development projects at their August meeting. The projects will generate a total of 223 residential units, 42 of which will be affordable. In addition, the projects will create over 4,000 jobs upon their completion. Included in the approved projects is Exchange South […]
Envenio Launches BIM & CFD Survey
New Brunswick, Canada – Engineering software developer Envenio has launched an online BIM (Building Information Modeling) and CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) Survey. The 5-6 minute survey has been designed to collect baseline data directly from industry, and aims to find out more about BIM and the role for CFD in building design and HVAC system […]
Virtual Building Service a Game Changer
Brussels – Property developers, building owners and facilities managers all appreciate knowing in advance how buildings perform. Well-designed spaces and smooth people flows translate into better user experiences, higher rents and faster ROIs. However, it can be difficult to strike the right balance between higher occupancy rates and efficiency. A building that holds the maximum amount […]
Triax Brings Innovation to Jobsites
Norwalk, CT – Triax Technologies, Inc., a provider of technology for the connected jobsite, recently announced a partnership with United Rentals, Inc., the world’s largest equipment rental company, to offer Triax’s flagship Spot-r IoT system at its rental branches. Triax’s Spot-r IoT sensor technology provides insights into real-time worker and asset management. The system will integrate with United […]
IMAGINiT Releases New Family of Products
Boston – IMAGINiT Technologies’ recently released the Clarity 2019 suite of products for Building Information Modelling (BIM) teams. The products provide a new way for project teams to access and manage Autodesk Revit software model data. A new dashboard and integration with Autodesk Dynamo allows BIM teams access to more than 55 metrics across multiple projects enabling collaboration between project […]
