Products
Varjo™ Technologies, maker of VR/XR headsets, has developed a 2D/3D immersive user interface, Varjo Workspace, where computers integrate desktop applications inside immersive VR/XR environments that bridge mixed reality and creative workflows. Users can work simultaneously within 2D and 3D worlds. The new user interface can be experienced with the company’s new XR-1 Developer Edition headset.
Software & In the Cloud
iCraneTrax fleet and personnel management software from A1A Software has a new fleet map feature that provides a visual overview of key service items for fleets. Green, Yellow, Orange and Red icons display service intervals for each unit. With user permissions enabled, Link-Belt and Manitowoc dealers can access the telematics interface to schedule maintenance intervals. All documentation from ICraneTrax can be saved as PDF files to provide cohesive document management related to employees, equipment or customers.
Microdesk’s BIMrx Coreprovides an intuitive, native interface to create advanced selections of model geometry and roundtrip information between Autodesk Revit and Microsoft Excel. Project participants can share data and add or update model information, export BIM design information that can be leveraged to make edits, enhance reporting and determine asset requirements. BIMrx Core integrates with Autodesk’s cloud worksharing BIM 360 platform with a Quick/Smart select feature that highlights and edits objects based on dynamic filters.
Magic Leap’s new suite of services includes applications designed specifically for the enterprise environment and the availability of Magic Leap 1, an updated version of Magic Leap One Creator Edition. Magic Leap 1 Enterprise Suite includes Magic Leap 1 and two-year access to dedicated omnichannel support, Device Manager and RapidReplace program. With Magic Leap’s 3D Visualization, users can create visual models and lets teams visualize them in the physical environment at scale. Learn and Assist makes it easier to transform an aging workforce into remote experts who can train the next generation of workers.
Commusoft has entered the U.S. and Canadian markets. Commusoft’s web and mobile application for field service businesses helps automate daily workflows such as work order and job management, automated scheduling, mobile app and real-time notifications, inventory management, real-time GPS tracking, planned maintenance contracts, asset management, invoicing and billing, as well as financial and operational reporting.
Partnerships & Acquisitions
Pype’s SaaS family of products are now an Oracle PartnerNetworkGold level member, integrating with Oracle Aconex. AutoSpecs and Closeout are the first platforms of the Pype product catalog to be implemented into Oracle Aconex.
Video & Cool Stuff
JB Knowledge’s 2019 ConTech Report (registration required) includes what software and apps were used the most often this year, how much companies are spending on IT and R&D, as well as predictions for the future.
The Q4 2019 USG Corporation + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index shows confidence levels among contractors are down after a record high last quarter. Labor shortages continue to negatively impact the construction industry, although over 70% of contractors say technology on the jobsite could improve project delivery and labor productivity and anticipate increasing usage in the coming years. To address concerns over worker skill levels and availability, the construction industry is embracing technologies like drones, equipment tagging and AR/VR to improve project delivery. 60% of contractors already report using technology on the jobsite and 80% believe they will be using technology by 2022. The report also covers backlogs, new business, revenue/profit margins, women in construction, workforce, access to financing and materials and equipment.
