Construction Futures: October 2026 Economic Roundup
For the fifth month in a row, nonresidential construction spending grew—thanks to data centers.
A Long Haul For Lithium: Oversized Crystallizers Delivered Over 600 Miles
The crystallizers perform the final step in the mine’s planned lithium production process.
Mind the Model: Closing the Gap Between BIM Coordination and Field Installation
Closing the gap between coordinated BIM and field installation takes early buy-in, continuous verification and a smarter approach to digital closeout.
A More Selective Market: AI, Operational Efficiency and Project Cancellations Top of Mind for Contractors This Year
Of those surveyed, 45% said they were piloting or actively implementing artificial intelligence.
Before the Build: Virtual Reality Helps Design and Test Contech Products
Virtual reality is giving Milwaukee Tool’s product teams an earlier look at design, usability and performance—helping turn digital concepts into jobsite-ready tools.
How BIM Coordination Helps Reduce Rework in Construction Projects
Learn how BIM coordination helps identify clashes, improve communication, reduce errors and minimize costly rework throughout the construction process.
ABC Honored as Hensel Phelps Diverge Innovation Center Official Partner
On Thursday, Oct. 15, ABC was inducted as an official partner of Hensel Phelps’ Diverge Innovation Center in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Safety Gains Vary by Sector
CPWR’s June 2026 Data Bulletin compares injury trends in building construction, heavy and civil engineering, and specialty trades using federal data.
