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BW Sessions: PlanGrid
Just a short time ago, Tracy Young was on a California
construction jobsite with a blueprint problem. Her one “hundred pounds of
solid muscle” were stuck lugging around a shopping cart filled with
prints of all colors in the rainbow, not just blue. The building’s plans
were rapidly altering making it for everyone to stay on the same page,
literally.
UCLA Hackathon Much More Than Holy Donuts
Making its last U.S. stop before its first trip overseas, the AEC Hackathon
rolled into UCLA last weekend. Following the now-familiar pattern, problems
were posed, teams formed, and innovation and ingenuity ensued. On to
London!
Techweek Chicago Brings Big Crowd, Bigger Plans
The Windy City is still shaking. Techweek Chicago blew through town June
20-28 and transformed the eighth floor of the majestic Merchandise Mart
into a futuristic forum for thousands seeking a preview of what will emerge
next.
Robots, drones, driverless fleets draw full house
More than 100 tech enthusiasts, UAV operators, equipment innovators,
students, and even just the drone-curious all flocked to BuiltWorlds
on TechWeek Tuesday, making Robots to the Rescue our most popular partner
event since the AEC Hackathon in March.
Virtual Valhalla Speeds New Vikings Stadium
When the Minnesota Vikings’ shimmering new U.S. Bank Stadium opens in 2016,
the team and its hardy fans hope the $1-billion facility will capture the
best of both worlds: an indoor stadium with an outdoor feel. Right now,
that magic, and more, is being achieved virtually.
Ozinga owes it all to dad, and his dad, and…
In an era of corporate conglomerates, construction still has more than its
share of family-owned businesses. Chicago boasts long-standing firms like
Pepper, Walsh, McHugh, and Graycor, all still led by members of the
founding families. This Fathers’ Day tribute comes from one such grateful
heir.
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