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Construction Backlog and Builder Confidence Rise in June with Expectations for Continued Growth

Construction Backlog and Builder Confidence Rise in June with Expectations for Continued Growth

Contractors saw a slight increase in backlog for the month and anticipate continued expansion in construction activity through the rest of 2021.

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Double trouble: the rise and rise of digital twins

Double trouble: the rise and rise of digital twins

Digital twin technology, real world clones that are utilised to monitor the status of its physical counterpart and predict its evolution, is beginning to rear its head in the built environment sector.

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Regional Contractors Report Steady Gains

Regional Contractors Report Steady Gains

California and the Northwest’s top contractors reported steady gains in regional revenue in 2020—despite setbacks due to COVID-19 and the year’s unprecedented wildfires—thanks to solid backlogs and continued strength in the government and multifamily sectors. 

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Made in the USA

Made in the USA

USA Gypsum has established itself as one of the few standalone drywall recyclers in the U.S. thanks to its commitment to creating markets.

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Dodge Momentum Index Loses Steam In June

Dodge Momentum Index Loses Steam In June

Following six months of consecutive gains, the Dodge Momentum Index fell to 165.8 (2000=100) in June, down 5% from the revised May reading of 175.1. 

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Researchers deploy autonomous excavator in real-world scenario

Researchers deploy autonomous excavator in real-world scenario

Researchers recently unveiled an autonomous excavator system (AES) that can perform material loading tasks nearly comparable to that of an experienced human operator.

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Robots can't replace humans in search-and-rescue operations, expert says

Robots can't replace humans in search-and-rescue operations, expert says

Construction Dive talks with Texas A&M University professor Robin Murphy about how construction technology can be used in disaster scenarios.

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5 INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS TO RECEIVE PART OF $905 MILLION IN FEDERAL GRANTS

5 INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS TO RECEIVE PART OF $905 MILLION IN FEDERAL GRANTS

A total of 24 projects in 18 states are proposed to receive $905.25 in federal funding as part of the Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) discretionary grant program.

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America desperately needs 1 million more construction workers

America desperately needs 1 million more construction workers

That's because Messer says he can't find anyone to hire. His small business has three open roles, ranging from entry level to lead technician — one example of an industry-wide problem as a labor shortage meets increased demand.

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Buildings coming down at former beryllium site

Buildings coming down at former beryllium site

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo District has awarded a contract modification to deconstruct four additional buildings at the Luckey Formerly Utilized Sites Remedial Action Program site to enable sampling beneath the buildings to determine the presence of FUSRAP-related contaminants.

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