On this episode of Safe Insight, we traveled to the Ekso Bionics headquarters in San Francisco to see how their revolutionary products are radically changing how we think about safety on the jobsite.
From sheet metal to HVAC: How machines cut, shape, and fabricate duct work
This Yard + Shop takes us into the world of custom metal duct work. Come with us on a journey over to Cleats' shop where they showcase their expertise in prefabrication of HVAC sheet metal. From concept to the jobsite, it all takes place here.
Never lose tools or equipment again with Milwaukee Tool’s new tech
On this episode on All Hands on Tech, Milwaukee Tool came to town to talk about the capabilities of Bluetooth technology when tracking and handling tools. They showed off their brand new “Tick” device and displayed how it integrates with their “One-Key” mobile application. Strap on your tool belts and dive in for this showcase on this revolutionary jobsite technology.
People and projects: What it's like working at The Helm Group construction firm
This BW session takes a look inside at the Helm Group. The Helm Group is the parent corporation for a family of privately owned companies that offer a full range of construction and maintenance services. Click here to learn more about Mechanical Inc.
Building a Modern Plumbers Union with Gensler, W.E. O'Neil | Project Innovation: Plumbers Union
This episode of Project Innovation brings together some of the main minds behind the plumbers training facility, still under construction, in Chicago's West Loop. We talk to general contractor (W.E. O'Neil), principal design firm (Gensler), and the building's owner about the challenges they've encountered in designing and constructing the project.
Watch How Building Components Get Made | Yard & Shop: Hill Mechanical
On this episode of Yard & Shop, we visit the shop of Hill Mechanical. In construction and building maintenance, they prefabricate everything in from industrial HVAC units to bathrooms, and modular piping. Click here to learn more about Hill Mechanical
Preventing the #1 Cause of Deaths on Construction Sites | Safe Insight: Power Construction & Spot-R
On this episode of Safe Insight, we looked at how to best fall prevention on jobsites. We took a tour of a Power Construction site to see what they are doing to improve worker safety. Afterward, we spoke to Chad Hollingsworth about Spot-R, a new wearable sensor that tracks worker safety on the jobsite.
Rethinking a Centuries-Old Material: Concrete | Lightbulb
In our pilot episode of Lightbulb, we shine the light on a building material that's been around for centuries — concrete. Ripe for innovation, the #1 most-used building material is changing, not only with its composition but also in the places it's being used. Experts from Lithko Contracting, a concrete contractor, and Ozinga Bros., a ready-mix manufacturer, give us the scoop on what's new and improved in this age-old material.
The Will Group & GE Make 150,000 LEDs for Chicago | Yard & Shop
CES 2017 New Tech for the Built Industry | All Hands on Tech
BuiltWorlds headed to Las Vegas for the biggest technology conference in the world, the 2017 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). We combed through thousands of new products on the floor and found which companies are poised to impact the AEC industry - check out drones, robots, virtual reality, mixed reality, smart homes, smart cars, and much, much more!
Building the 1st-Ever Public Housing Museum | Project Innovation: National Public Housing Museum
On this episode of Project Innovation, we get an inside look into the design and construction of the new National Public Housing Museum. Architect Pete Baker and curator Todd Parker talk us through their intentions for converting the Jane Addams homes designed by John Holabird in 1938 in Chicago's Little Italy neighborhood.
How New Tech Is Improving Crane Safety (with OSHA + La Grange Crane) | Safe Insight
Software Solutions for Construction Contractors | All Hands on Tech
With so many different software options available in the construction field today, it can be difficult choosing which solutions is the best fit for your company. On this episode of All Hands on Tech, our expert panel discusses the current software landscape in the field and what solutions are coming in the near future.
$120M Project to Redevelop the Chicago Riverwalk | Project Innovation: Chicago Riverwalk
Using Virtual and Augmented Reality in Construction Today | All Hands on Tech
Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Walsh Construction's Yard, Shop, and Operations | Yard & Shop
On our pilot episode of Yard & Shop, we strapped on our safety vests to meet with Walsh Construction, a full-service construction firm servicing the Chicago area since 1898, to take a behind-the-scenes tour of their yard. Join us as we check out their fleet of more than 10,000 vehicles, learn about machines and equipment, and get a special tour of their facilities.
