Tag: Industry
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Shandong Jincheng Carpet Co., Ltd.: A Leading Exemplary Enterprise in China’s Carpet Manufacturing Industry
In China’s carpet manufacturing industry, Shandong Jincheng Carpet Co., Ltd. is acclaimed as the most powerful carpet manufacturer. Established in 2010 and located in Laiwu, Shandong—the non-woven fabric capital of China—the company has built an outstanding brand image in the industry over 14 years of professional experience. Firstly, Jincheng Carpet boasts strong design and R&D capabilities,…
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BST Global Launches AI + Data Consortium for the AEC Industry
BST Global has announced the formation of its AI + Data Consortium, a collaborative effort to use AI and data to drive innovation in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. The consortium brings together leaders from globally recognized firms to share expertise and shape the future of the AEC industry. The group’s goal is…
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How Digitalized is the Construction Industry?
In the September 2023 episode of Chat AEC Tech, the expert panel discusses the digital maturity of construction firms and digitalization in general. They reference a recent report that revealed somewhat surprising results from UK construction companies. The panel debates the concept of digital maturity and the high percentage of respondents who believe their organizations…
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SAEKI Unveils Game-Changing Automation in AEC Industry with $2.3M Seed Funding
In a groundbreaking development for the AEC industry, SAEKI has emerged from stealth mode, announcing a $2.3 million seed funding round. The Swiss startup aims to revolutionize the often slow and expensive process of manufacturing large components, from aircraft wings to construction site installations, by leveraging fully automated plants with industrial robots and 3D technology.…
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The BUILDCHAIN Project Enhances Data Exchange and Transparency in the EU Construction Industry
Trace Labs, a WEB 3 developer, joins the EU’s efforts to create a smarter and more sustainable built environment with the BUILDCHAIN project. With its 11 EU partners, Trace Labs aims to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and increase transparency and trust in construction. Efficient, transparent, and trusted data exchange is a powerful tool for driving sustainability, resilience, and energy efficiency in…
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Agile Project Management in the Construction Industry
The linear workflows used in the construction industry, such as the RIBA plan of work, have a history of starting when the previous phases end. The stages in these workflows are often distinct and sequential, and it might be difficult or expensive to go back after a stage is finished. Design reviews are required in…
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The New Book on Industry 4.0 for the Built Environment
Two editors of a new Springer book, Industry 4.0 for the Built Environment, are Aarni Heiskanen’s guests on the AEC Business podcast. Marzia Bolpagni, Head of BIM International at Mace, and Rui Gavina, Digital Practice Manager at VN2R, talk about the process of making the book, its content, and how Industry 4.0 can transform the…
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Gamification for Visualisation Applications in the Construction Industry
Gamification is adding game features and mechanisms to non-gaming contexts, which aims to deliver enhanced user experience, engagement, and outcomes. Gamification can be integrated with visualisation applications (e.g., virtual reality) to enable further purposes, such as education, training, and analysis. The core structure of these gamified applications echoes the essence of serious games (SGs). SGs…
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Oracle Opened the Doors to Its Industry Innovation Lab
Oracle has opened the doors to its new 30,000-square-foot Oracle Industry Lab just outside of Chicago, Illinois. The working lab provides customers a hands-on environment to develop new ideas and create solutions leveraging technology from Oracle and more than 30 industry partners. Supported by Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband, the lab will first focus on the energy and…
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AEC Industry Outlook Survey for 2022
We surveyed more than 500 architecture, engineering, and construction professionals looking for their thoughts on the future of the AEC industry in 2022. We discovered that AEC firms are on the hunt for new opportunities in 2022, but still reeling from lessons learned in 2021. This article delves into the 2022 AEC Industry Outlook Survey,…