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6 AI Construction Estimating Software Tested on Complex Project Accuracy

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One missed take-off line can add six figures to a bid. In a recent Procore survey, 48 percent of construction leaders called AI the most critical tech for future project delivery.

We put six AI-powered estimating platforms – led by enterprise veteran InEight Estimate – through a multidisciplinary test to see which ones nail the numbers fast and which still guess. The stakes: ship a rapid bid without giving up accuracy. Here’s what we found. [Read more…] about 6 AI Construction Estimating Software Tested on Complex Project Accuracy

Bedrock Robotics begins supervised autonomous excavation on live construction sites as it moves toward commercialization

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Bedrock Robotics says it has been conducting “the construction industry’s largest-known supervised autonomy deployment for mass excavation”, partnering with Sundt Construction on site preparation for a 130-acre domestic manufacturing facility.

On just this project alone, Bedrock’s autonomous systems have so far moved over 65,000 cubic yards by loading human-operated articulating dump trucks with the same workflow used in manual operations – a seamless integration that demonstrates a leap forward in commercial autonomous construction.

The company’s technology is now installed across multiple excavator models ranging from 20-ton to 80-ton machines, adapting its systems from compact units to large-scale earthmovers. [Read more…] about Bedrock Robotics begins supervised autonomous excavation on live construction sites as it moves toward commercialization

Construction sector looks to humanoid robots as labour shortages intensify, says McKinsey

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The global construction industry is accelerating efforts to adopt humanoid robots as it grapples with a persistent productivity slump and ongoing labour shortages, according to a new report from McKinsey & Company.

In a note emailed to Robotics & Automation News, a spokesperson for McKinsey highlighted the pressure facing the sector.

“Stuck in a cycle of meager productivity growth rates – which stood at only 0.4 percent from 2000-2022 – and with talent pools continuing to thin, it isn’t surprising to see that the construction industry is struggling to keep up with demand and is leaving no stone unturned in hopes of innovation – including humanoid robots.” [Read more…] about Construction sector looks to humanoid robots as labour shortages intensify, says McKinsey

Smart Excavator Features: Sensor, AI, and Automation Upgrades in 2025 Excavator Models

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The excavator industry is entering a new era in 2025, where power and performance are no longer the only deciding factors for contractors. Sensors, artificial intelligence, and automation are transforming how machines dig, grade, and interact with their environment.

Instead of relying solely on operator skill, today’s excavators provide precision guidance, predictive maintenance, and even remote or autonomous operation.

From advanced safety systems to hybrid and electric powertrains, the latest models represent a leap toward smarter, greener, and more efficient construction. This shift is reshaping how companies approach equipment investments, productivity, and long-term fleet management. [Read more…] about Smart Excavator Features: Sensor, AI, and Automation Upgrades in 2025 Excavator Models

Construction and demolition robots: Building the future

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Construction is on the cusp of transformation. Rising labor shortages, safety challenges, and cost pressures are propelling the integration of robotics into the field.

As automation evolves, robots are no longer confined to manufacturing floors – they’re becoming essential partners in building the future safely, efficiently, and sustainably. [Read more…] about Construction and demolition robots: Building the future

Bedrock Robotics raises $80 million to commercialize its construction technology

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Bedrock Robotics, the company developing advanced autonomous systems for the $13 trillion global construction industry, emerged from stealth today with $80 million in Seed and Series A backing.

Rather than design and sell costly new machinery, Bedrock upgrades customers’ existing heavy equipment fleets with reversible, same-day hardware and software installs to enable fully autonomous operations.

With reindustrialization of the United States accelerating, Bedrock’s technology bridges the expanding gap between rapidly rising domestic infrastructure needs and shrinking workforce capacity. [Read more…] about Bedrock Robotics raises $80 million to commercialize its construction technology

Scaling Traditional Industries with Smarter Workforce Management

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If you’re running a business in a traditional industry, such as construction, retail, manufacturing, or agriculture, chances are, you’re struggling to keep up. However, keeping up is only challenging if you haven’t yet adopted smarter ways to manage your workforce.

According to a recent survey, high-performing CEOs who are successfully adopting new technology witness their companies grow faster and achieve higher annual revenue growth. [Read more…] about Scaling Traditional Industries with Smarter Workforce Management

Autonomous Solutions Inc moves into construction sector with SoftBank backing

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Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI), or ASI Robots, an industrial vehicle automation specialist and developer of the Mobius autonomous fleet management system, has launched ASI Construction with SoftBank Group Corp.

ASI Construction is ASI’s new business unit, which focuses on automating construction equipment to address growing construction demand and a dwindling labor supply, alongside Agriculture, Logistics, and Landscaping.

Mel Torrie, ASI CEO, says: “ASI has been doing construction product development for 25+ years and counts John Deere, CNH, and other world leaders as its customers. [Read more…] about Autonomous Solutions Inc moves into construction sector with SoftBank backing

Terhoeven unveils ‘world’s first’ fully automated line for reinforcing steel mesh

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Terhoeven, also known as Hambi, has unveiled what it claims is “the world’s first fully automated line for reinforcing steel mesh”. The system utilizes drive and automation technology from Mitsubishi Electric.

The construction industry relies heavily on manual labor, particularly in tasks like cutting reinforcing steel mesh.

Terhoeven, a medium-sized mechanical engineering firm, says it has “revolutionized” this process with an innovative system that automates the cutting and stacking of reinforcing steel meshes. [Read more…] about Terhoeven unveils ‘world’s first’ fully automated line for reinforcing steel mesh

Construction robotics: Building the future

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The construction industry, a cornerstone of economic development, stands on the cusp of a technological revolution. While sectors like manufacturing and logistics have long embraced automation, construction has traditionally been more reliant on manual labor.

However, the tide is turning. A new wave of innovation is bringing robotics to the forefront, promising to enhance efficiency, safety, and productivity on building sites.

While artistic interpretations of robots in architecture, like those seen at the Venice Architecture Biennale, spark the imagination, there is a sense of anticipation that the practical, real-world robotic systems now emerging could completely transform the construction sector. [Read more…] about Construction robotics: Building the future