Technology for Offsite Construction with Raghi Iyenghar

Manufacton's founder explains the challenges faced by offsite or modular contractors and how technology for the discipline must differ from software for stickbuilt.

February 13, 2023

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Manufactron by ViZZ Technologies

ABC released its 2024 Workforce Development Survey, which found its member contractors invested $1.6 billion to provide craft, leadership and health and safety education to more than 1.3 million course attendees.

Construction Industry Spends $1.6B to Train, Upskill Workers

ABC released its 2024 Workforce Development Survey, which found its member contractors invested $1.6 billion to provide craft, leadership and health and safety education to more than 1.3 million course attendees.

Paul Lawson, Risk Management Coordinator & Lead Mental Health Advocate For Mid-City Electric/Technologies in Columbus, Ohio, visits a jobsite during Mental Health Awareness Month.

Peer Support to Build Connections with Recovery Allies

An increasing number of organizations throughout the construction industry are offering peer support programs for construction pros and further destigmatizing recovery. Here are two.

How The Tech-Savvy Generation Can Help Construction Staffing

How Tech Can Help Construction’s Staffing Crisis

This Digging Deeper podcast episode features Adam Stark, CEO of Jet.Build discussing why tech-enabled construction talent is key to solving this generation’s staffing crisis.

One of the most significant qualities of a lubricant is its response to temperature.

The Move to Synthetics & Synthetic Blends

The market for synthetic lubricants is only expected to grow. Here are the main benefits, costs, and considerations you’ll need to know before making a switch.

The AEC Data Model API is the first deliverable of a broader granular data ecosystem the company is building, the AEC data model.

Autodesk Releases AEC Data Model API

The AEC Data Model API is the first deliverable of a broader granular data ecosystem the company is building, the AEC data model.

The TCR50-2 allows operators to carry up to 2.7 cu. yd. of material while rotating and dumping it in a single cycle.

Takeuchi Introduces TCR50-2 Crawler Dumper

The TCR50-2 allows operators to carry up to 2.7 cu. yd. of material while rotating and dumping it in a single cycle.

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Why Reality Capture is the Lynchpin for the Jobsite of Tomorrow

Construction executives have long debated the jobsite of the future built on autonomy and the increased use of technology, and with every day that passes, it’s becoming more than a theoretical concept: it’s now a business necessity.

TR is a veteran-led humanitarian organization serving global communities before, during and after disasters and crises. Its primary scope in heavy equipment disaster response includes route clearance, debris management and sawyer support.

Prepping Construction Fleets for Natural Disasters

Following a disaster in which flooding is an issue, contractors may need to change oils in the different compartments, such as axles and the transmission, if it was submerged.

Electrification is already transforming some construction applications.

Why Compact Equipment is Going Electric

Electrification is driving the jobsite of the future cost savings, reduced emissions and noise, and performance advantages.

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A Win for Low-Carbon Concrete

Seven low-carbon concrete mixes were developed for the construction of the new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota. Featuring concrete contractor Winn Construction and ready-mix supplier Dickinson Ready Mix.

When putting the cash flow plan together, investigate each cost line item to see if there are price adjustments to ask for now that inflation is slowing down.

Steps for a Successful Construction Business in 2024

Adopting technology, finding ways to retain talent and shoring up finances are among the steps to help your business’ success.

For more modern engines, oils have been engineered following environmental regulations that did not exist 50 years ago.

The Evolution of Diesel Engine Oil

As engines have evolved, the lubricants that keep them running have changed with them.

The DX100W-7 is equipped with steering, power and work modes to help operators customize their performance to move and work within confined spaces.

DEVELON Unveils DX100W-7 Mini Wheel Excavator

The DX100W-7 is equipped with steering, power and work modes to help operators customize their performance to move and work within confined spaces.

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Bobcat Releases New Machine IQ Telematics Features

Remote Engine Disable/Enable is available for Machine IQ Health and Security subscribers with connected and compatible Bobcat machine(s).

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Top Tips for Onboarding Telematics

Telematics experts share their insight into how rental companies can best pick and onboard a telematics system that works for their operations.

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Maintaining Your Flooring Fleet

The importance of maintenance in avoiding unexpected issues with surface preparation equipment.

Ingo Ettischer (right) will take over as president of the BOMAG Group on July 1, succeeding Ralf Junker (left).

BOMAG Names New President

Ralf Junker will hand over his position as president of the BOMAG Group to Ingo Ettischer.

The Trimble R980 brings together several top Trimble GNSS technologies to create a tool for land surveying, transportation infrastructure, construction, energy, oil and gas, utilities and mining projects.

Trimble Launches R980 GNSS System

The Trimble R980 brings together several top Trimble GNSS technologies to create a tool for land surveying, transportation infrastructure, construction, energy, oil and gas, utilities and mining projects.

Insurance should never be looked at as a pure expense – it is a necessary protection for both your business and personal life.

For Construction Companies, Insuring a Business Vehicle Can Be Clear As Mud

From coverage limits, circumstances, and pricing to questions like “How do I insure my partial use business vehicle?” there can be several notable differences from personal vehicle insurance.

Doug Holmes has built a successful business by investing in state-of-the-art equipment and technology that gives his company an edge over the competition.

Dedicated Fuel & Lube Truck Streamlines Maintenance

When selecting the right preventive maintenance solution, fleet size, the distance between jobsites, and fluid types and quantities must be considered.

The construction industry has taken a positive turn in 2024 and faces an exciting future of growth

Construction Industry Shows Optimistic Signs

We’re experiencing an extraordinary time in U.S. history, and companies that follow prevailing wage and apprenticeship rules stand to gain additional benefits from federal funds.

The grand opening featured a keynote address by Riccardo Magni, president and founder of Magni Telescopic Handlers.

Magni America Opens New HQ in NJ

The grand opening featured a keynote address by Riccardo Magni, president and founder of Magni Telescopic Handlers, who shared insights about the company’s vision and its commitment to customer service.

The construction projects of today generate enormous amounts of data. The task has been how to efficiently handle and examine the generated data.

Ease-Of-Use in Modern Construction Technology

The construction projects of today generate enormous amounts of data. The task has been how to efficiently handle and examine the generated data.

Technicians evaluate equipment, giving contractors a full picture of their machine’s longevity.

Heavy Equipment Sticker Shock? What Can Contractors Do?

This column offers advice about adjusting to higher sticker prices on most types of equipment.

When it comes to augers, for example, heavier tools help provide the necessary power and downforce to get the job done.

3 Tips for Heavy Equipment Attachments

The right tools can make or break a project, whether that’s a simple Phillips head screwdriver or something much larger—like a grapple, auger or breaker.

For construction projects intersecting with or on roadways or heavily trafficked areas, proficient traffic management is essential.

Build Better: Integrative Strategies for Traffic & Construction Safety

An effective plan minimizes downtime and helps keep personnel in the work zone safe.

EPDs and Concrete | What Concrete Contractors Need to Know About Environmental Product Declarations

What Concrete Contractors Need to Know About EPDs

EPDs may be used as inputs for the evaluations conducted under rating systems like LEED and Green Globes but they are not a rating system themselves. Here's what concrete contractors should know about an EPD.