Ottawa Poised to Ease Rules for Temporary Foreign Worker Program
/in front, news/by CANSThe federal government is setting the stage for a loosening of temporary foreign worker rules after vocal complaints from Canadian employers that recent Conservative changes went too far. Read more
Research Aimed at Increasing Safety of Temporary Structures on Construction Site
/in front, news/by CANSThe use of Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) will allow for monitoring and assessing the safety of temporary structures used on construction sites, according to research being completed in Penn State’s Department of Architectural Engineering. Read more.
Intelligent Transportation Systems and Smarter Project Coordination
/in front, news/by CANSConstruction work zones are some of the most brightly designated areas along roads and highways, even rivaling the ubiquitous billboard. Unfortunately, that visibility hasn’t stopped accidents in what the public assumes is a cordoned-off haven. Read more.
Augmented Reality Technology Gaining Traction in the Construction Industry
/in front, news/by CANSConstruction industry leaders like Gilbane Building Co., Gensler and AECOM are testing augmented reality tools in the field to determine how the technology can assist in design and production, according to the MIT Technology Review. Read more.