The BuiltWorlds Equipment & Robotics Research Track provides companies the opportunity to better identify and understand trends and emerging technologies and to collaborate in support of better machinery to help the industry work more productively and more safely. By connecting industry leaders, solution providers, and innovators, the track fosters knowledge sharing and real-world application of advanced equipment. Participants gain deeper insights into how robotics, automation, and next-generation machinery are transforming operations, enabling them to stay ahead of market shifts and drive measurable impact on project outcomes.
Focus Areas:
Research Reports
In addition to our library of annual reports, BuiltWorlds Equipment & Robotics Research Track Members have exclusive access to track-specific tech specialty reports on a variety of topics:
Working Group Sessions
BuiltWorlds’ working group sessions are exclusive, closed-door gatherings reserved for research track members. Facilitated by the BuiltWorlds team and led by expert speakers from within the network, these sessions bring together industry stakeholders for deep, collaborative discussions, both virtually and at BuiltWorlds events throughout the year.
2026 Sessions
In-Person Working Group Session @ BuiltWorlds AI/ML Conference | February 17, 2026
Session facilitators: Eric Cylwik, Director of Innovation, Sundt; Brian Smith, Business Development Partner, Bedrock Robotics
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In-Person Working Group Session @ BuiltWorlds Chicago Global Summit | April 14, 2026
- Session details: Trimble Tech Lab & IIT Fabrication Center Interactive Tour
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In-Person Working Group Session @ BuiltWorlds Construction Tech Conference | July 16, 2026
Session facilitator: Jorge Tubella, Robotics R+D Solutions Manager
Virtual Working Group Session | August 13, 2026
- Session facilitator: Chen Feng, Institute Associate Professor, NYU
In-Person Working Group Session @ BuiltWorlds Tokyo Summit | October 13-15, 2026
- Site Tour: Details coming soon.
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In-Person Working Group Session @ BuiltWorlds AEC Emerging Tech Conference | November 18-19, 2026
2026 Sessions
In-Person Working Group Session @ BuiltWorlds AI/ML Conference | February 2027
Session facilitator: TBA
In-Person Working Group Session @ BuiltWorlds Chicago Global Summit | April 2027
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In-Person Working Group Session @ BuiltWorlds Construction Tech Conference | July 2027
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Virtual Working Group Session | August 2027
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In-Person Working Group Session @ BuiltWorlds Tokyo Global Summit | October 2027
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In-Person Working Group Session @ BuiltWorlds AEC Emerging Tech | November 2027
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Past Speakers Include
Andra Keay
Managing Director, Silicon Valley Robotics
Mihir Somalwar
Corporate Innovation Lead, Hensel Phelps
Iro Armeni
Asst. Professor, Stanford University
Sabyasachi Jana
Senior Innovation Lead, ALEC Engineering & Contracting
Akiko Kawai
Manager, Kubota North America
Eric Cylwik
Director of Innovation, Sundt
Danielle Proctor
CEO & President, Advanced Construction Robotics
Mack Rush
Senior Associate, Emerging Technologies, Suffolk Technologies
Want to test out a Working Group Session before joining the track?
Limited spots are available at each session. Email research@builtworlds.com for more information.
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