construction technology

Cat expands autonomous Cat 775 haul trucks to two more Luck Stone sites

After 3.5M+ tons at Bull Run, Luck Stone and Caterpillar expand autonomy to Cat 775 fleets at Boscobel and Bealeton in Virginia.

Xtellio brings telematics to jobsite tools and heaters

Xtellio's Xense sensors and Pro-Xentral devices put telematics on small tools, heaters and excavators alike, with open APIs so fleets keep their own data.

Caterpillar and FieldAI partner on physical AI for jobsites

Caterpillar said Sept. 5, 2026 it is working with FieldAI to bring physical AI and autonomy to construction and industrial sites, per Automation News.

HUD backs a 24-month study on mass-timber modules that ship and stack faster

HUD’s PD&R is funding Washington State University to design hybrid mass-timber modules that travel and stack faster. A 2023 review of modular CLT flags 2D vs. 3

Procore acquires DroneDeploy for $845M, giving construction teams a direct line from drone data to project management

Procore's $845M acquisition of DroneDeploy folds reality capture directly into construction project management, cutting the workflow gap between site data and d

AI analytics, connected equipment, and insurer discounts converge on the 2026 construction jobsite

Buildots, Procore, and John Deere are all pushing new connected-jobsite tools in 2026, while builders risk insurers now offer premium discounts for site monitor

YC's construction and proptech portfolio hits 126 companies, dominated by AI back-office tools

Y Combinator's 2026 cohorts added more than a dozen real estate and construction startups, nearly all targeting operational admin, estimation, and maintenance w

AI is moving from multifamily back offices to construction sites

From McCarthy's multiyear AI platform deal with Palantir to industry talk of onsite robotics still on the horizon, AI is reshaping how construction firms plan and manage their work.

Construction tech, HVAC AI, and infrastructure bets signal a maturing venture market in 2026

Venture dollars are flowing into AI infrastructure and built-environment tech, with construction robotics, HVAC quoting, and model-routing startups all closing

Construction's AI fight moves to data as 38% of contractors report measurable impact

AI adoption in construction is accelerating, with 38% of contractors reporting measurable business impact, up from 17% a year ago, as platforms battle over data r

How Polygon’s Smart Moisture Control System Protected a Mass Timber Student Housing Project

Amid the rise of sustainable architecture, mass timber has become a powerful symbol of progress — a material that marries renewable design with modern efficiency. Yet, in the damp climate of Vancouver, BC, sustainability meets its match: moisture. Managing humidity levels in large-scale wood construction isn’t just a matter of comfort; it’s about protecting structural…

Built from the Dirt Up: Dillan Dumont’s Journey from Bricklayer to Industry Disruptor

With all types of infrastructure across America aging, there has never been more of a need for smarter, less disruptive solutions than now. From trenchless pipe repair to utility innovation, the construction world is shifting and young leaders like Dillan Dumont are stepping into the spotlight. Cities like New York and Chicago are facing…

AI in Construction: Building a Future with Collaborative Tech Solutions

The construction industry stands to capture billions in value as intelligent systems reshape how projects are planned, executed, and managed

Communication Solutions on Job Sites Need Unity & Consistency. Does Radio Fit the Bill?

Construction teams discover whether unified radio systems can solve fragmented communication that compromises safety and productivity

Introducing Polygon’s Sophisticated Worksite Cable Management Set-Up

Proper cable organization becomes the difference between seamless operations and costly downtime at job sites