Businesses all over the globe are facing the ever-increasing challenge of keeping their employees safe and complying with safety guidelines to slow the spread of COVID-19. While many businesses have adopted work-from-home procedures and others have furloughed their employees or shut down completely, essential businesses are still operational and finding it more critical than ever…
As the world grapples with the unprecedented threat of the COVID-19 pandemic, every sector is rethinking how it does business, including construction. Amid stay-at-home orders across the country, we’re hearing from builders and contractors who are scrambling now to determine how they’ll adapt to this “new normal” and safely continue their day-to-day operations. At Triax,…
Companies hear plenty of noise from technology providers about the benefits of their various platforms, including the ability to “automate” workflows and processes. But often those solutions don’t involve actual automation. Instead, they are simply digitizing information. And for contractors, builders and operators, the difference between the two is more than semantics. It can have…
Women starting careers in the construction industry has been on a steady incline the past ten years. In fact, in recent years, the year-over-year growth of women in the industry has outpaced the overall industry growth by over 400% according to a study by Institute for Women’s Policy Research. That said, women are still very…
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2019 there were over 11 million people employed in the construction industry with only 10% of women contributing to that total. Add in additional layers of race/ethnicity and those numbers drop even lower. Triax has had the pleasure of working with Jade McNair in her capacity…
KBE Building Corporation is at work on a major project in Virginia, and as crews complete the multi-story building, they’re also wearing a Spot-r Clip on their waist. The Internet of Things-enabled wearable device monitors workers’ movements around a jobsite, helping supervisors reduce risk and injuries, cut waste and better manage projects. KBE Building, a…
When today’s young adults contemplate their futures, construction jobsites aren’t usually part of their vision. As we’ve written before, just 3% of young people, age 18 to 25, said they planned to work in the industry, according to a survey from the National Association of Home Builders. Jobs in fields such as technology held much…
Safety and security are critical on any jobsite, but the stakes are even higher when people are occupying the buildings that are under renovation or expansion. That was the challenge that Apex Building Group faced when it collaborated with Gilbane Development Company on three projects in the Bronx, including a 312-unit building with six wings…
Healthcare construction, jobsite safety and compliance were hot topics in 2019 on our blog as the industry grappled with market growth and a lingering labor shortage. As we embark on 2020, let’s take a look back at our most popular blog posts and news articles from 2019.
One way to battle the construction industry’s labor shortage is luring young workers into the field by showcasing the promise of construction tech. We talk about its potential with a Drexel Construction Management student, who was part of a team that included Spot-r in a project that recently won top honors
The construction industry is playing catch up as it struggles to lure the next generation of workers into the field. Here are four ways for construction companies to survive the labor shortage.
Construction Disruption: Here’s how IoT is helping construction companies improve inefficiencies and eliminate waste
Triax is on the road again in November, traveling to some major conferences and expos to talk wearables, Internet of Things, construction risk and more.
The Internet of Things is transforming the construction industry but not all networks are created equal. Understand what you need to know when adopting this technology and the questions you should be asking
We’re thrilled to announce our new partnership with EarthCam to help jobsites improve security and reduce risk with their high-resolution videos and our Spot-r device.
October is another busy month for Triax as we travel to shows and conferences across the country to meet with industry leaders and bring attention to the benefits of connected jobsites.
Triax is in the spotlight in the new BuiltWorlds 2019 Construction Technology Report for its approach to wearables and workforce management in the construction technology sector
In a world where labor is in short supply and schedules and site security is so critical, it’s vital that higher education institutions find ways to streamline these projects and turn up new ways to ensure efficiency and security. Technology can help.
Triax executives will be on the road next month for two major industry events that focus on innovations and new technologies in construction—the Industrial Grade Innovation Conference & Expo and BuiltWorlds Projects LA Smart Jobsites Conference. IGI Conference & Expo The Association of Union Constructors’ IGI Conference & Expo runs Sept. 10 to Sept. 12…
Now, more than ever, it’s critical for general contractors and builders who are working on healthcare construction projects to meet deadlines and budgets.
It’s critical to have full visibility into construction projects to ensure they are staying on schedule, on budget and managed efficiently.
Triax will be on stage at this week’s Associated General Contractors of America’s IT Conference for Construction Professionals to highlight the latest technology innovations and industry-wide initiatives in the construction tech sector.
At Triax, our goal all along has been to help contractors, developers and builders establish a connected worksite with tools that allow them to monitor workers’ locations at any given time, boost safety measures and mitigate risk across a jobsite. And, in July, we were honored for doing just that. Constructech magazine just named Triax…
Construction projects of just about any size can get complicated. But, when it comes to renovations, particularly upgrades to hospitals, health care facilities, colleges and universities, the stakes for schedule management and worker visibility are even higher.
General contractors and building companies typically try to control access on jobsites, and for good reason. Project owners often require it, particularly in urban settings. But restricted access also is just good construction site management. When you control who has access to a work site, you can prevent theft and harm to equipment and protect…
The construction safety technology sector has grown at a fast pace in recent years as new solutions come online that are aimed at making jobsites safer and more connected. These products are transforming even the most remote construction sites where paper processes and air horns have been historically used to track activities and alert workers…
From smartwatches to fitness trackers, wearable gadgets are all the rage in our personal lives, but the technology also is turning up in the workplace. And in the construction industry, the technology is proving to not only deliver new efficiencies, but revolutionize safety as well. Bob Dolan, our national sales director, will head to New…
From the outside looking in, improving safety seems like an obvious trend in the construction industry. And it is – sort of. Improving safety culture on a project site – and across the larger industry – requires everyone to buy-in; Too often policies implemented by corporate offices are seen as beneficial to the company but…
Triax is committed to growing the construction tech ecosystem, partnering with dedicated industry leaders, solutions, experts and change agents to enable real-time, data-driven project, workforce and safety management. Today we’re speaking to Blue Collar Labs’ Karl Sorensen (who we connected with on Instagram!) about his experience in the industry, the importance of innovation, and what…
Triax is committed to growing the construction tech ecosystem, partnering with dedicated industry leaders, solutions, experts and change agents to enable real-time, data-driven project, workforce and safety management. Today we’re speaking to Satyam Verma from Pype about the importance of streamlining processes, fostering a culture of innovation, and what we can expect to see from…
At Triax, every week is Safety Week, and in recognition of the industry coming together to reaffirm its commitment to worker safety, we asked #TeamTriax to share their safety best practices. Below, former EHS Manager and current Triax Client Engagement Specialist, Julia Brenker, shares her thoughts with the blog. A new construction site is a…
Now in its sixth year, Construction Safety Week overcomes traditional competitive boundaries and reminds the construction industry that safety doesn’t just happen – it is a choice that must be lived and practiced every day, across every jobsite. In recognition of Safety Week, we asked #TeamTriax about the best practices they’ve witnessed in the field…
What started as the Construction Industry Safety Group in 2008 (a yearly meeting with CEOs and safety directors to share best practices and lessons learned) went industry-wide in 2014, turning into Construction Safety Week. Now in its sixth year, this event encourages everyone – across companies and competitive boundaries – to get involved in safety…
Now in its sixth year, Construction Safety Week overcomes traditional competitive boundaries and reminds the construction industry that safety doesn’t just happen – it is a choice that must be lived and practiced every day, across every jobsite. In recognition of Safety Week, we asked #TeamTriax about the steps they take on and off the…
#ICYMI: Triax Technologies was named one of the 2019 Best Places to Work in CT. This program, created by the Hartford Business Journal and Best Companies Group, identifies, recognizes and honors the best employers in Connecticut. Headquartered in Norwalk with a Product Development Center in East Hartford, we’re committed to transforming the construction industry through intelligent,…
I don’t need to remind you that construction is an inherently hazardous industry. Safety is of the utmost importance, and everyone involved in the industry needs to take every step possible to ensure that their workers are trained and protected against the risks of the job. In New York City, in particular, where the majority…
Before a project breaks ground, it needs to be financed, designed, budgeted, scheduled, insured, and more. From big software players to more specialized players, technology is streamlining pre-construction activities on projects across the industry. On February 21st, our Marketing Events Manager headed into New York City for a day of networking and panels focused on…
As the second newest member of the Triax team, I’d like to share my first deployment experience with the Field Operations team. As an Inventory Specialist at Triax, my job is to make sure our inventory is ready for deployment on a moment’s notice. I also oversee all the inventory going in and out of…
For most, the start of a new year is time for goal-setting and ambitious planning. Hopefully you started this before the ball dropped and didn’t forget your research on the top construction trade shows/conferences to attend in 2019. If you didn’t tackle this yet, don’t worry, we have a list of some of the better…
By Bob Dolan, National Sales Director In the competitive healthcare space, facilities are under tremendous pressure to continuously update and improve their amenities. Hospitals and other care environments (e.g. nursing homes, surgical centers) continually seek to enhance their offerings and services to meet changing patient needs and regional demand, to comply with industry and environmental…
With more than 30 years of experience in New York City, Lettire Construction Corporation is well-known within the mixed-income, affordable, supportive and institutional housing sectors. In 2017, Lettire began using Spot-r on site and hasn’t looked back, calling it a “game changer” for their organization. “We’re always on the lookout for the latest, most innovative…
Triax understands the complexities of an active construction site, which is why we work every day to streamline processes, boost safety, and unlock efficiencies. A dedicated project team works with you from pre-deployment/ground break all the way through project completion. Check out this special “Faces from the Field”/”Toolbox Talk” crossover as we catch-up with Triax…
2018 was a watershed year for the construction industry, Triax Technologies, and our Spot-r jobsite platform, and across project sites, conference rooms, and industry events, we saw technology move from a few early adopters to a growing majority. Join us as we take a look back at our most popular blog posts and news articles…
In December, we released our construction technology predictions for 2019, including jobsite technology going mainstream. As the start of a new year, we remain committed to working internally as well as alongside our customers and industry partners to put the people, processes and technology in place to unlock the power of data in 2019 and…
The Cloud: Once a word that would have only inspired images of a white puff in a blue sky can now inspire confusion and fear about the complex systems that run the Internet. The Cloud is made up of physical locations that house software, hardware, and services that run on the Internet (as opposed to…
The first thing I do each day is to check all my active projects. One constant in construction is change – changing structures, changing workers, changing conditions – so we continuously monitor our projects from a technical and logistical standpoint from start to finish to ensure connectivity and visibility. This happens remotely as well as…
In this article for Occupational Health & Safety Magazine, Triax Technologies’ Pete Schermerhorn writes about how new technologies are connecting workers and supervisors as well as managers and executives off site to enable improved safety culture and practices. Shifting the Workplace Culture Along these lines, it’s important to understand that these technology tools are just…
It’s hard to believe another year is coming to a close. 2018 was a watershed year for the construction industry, Triax Technologies, and our Spot-r system, and across jobsites, conference rooms, and industry events, we saw technology move from a few early adopters to a growing majority. In 2018, IoT technology, including wearables, sensors and…
When we began building Spot-r, we set out to create the first scalable, real-time location solution to identify safety incidents and report hazards as they occur. Since then, our system has expanded to monitor equipment location, utilization, and operator identity – indoors and outdoors – and effectively notify workers to an emergency situation that requires…
Deciding to adopt new technologies is the first step in a larger process that includes researching, vetting and ultimately implementing new technologies. In the latest installment of #SmarterwithSpotr, Triax’s Vice President of Product, Ian Ouellette, talks about the technology adoption lifecycle and the pitfalls that need to be avoided to the most out of your…
In an article for Construction Business Owner Magazine, Triax Technologies’ Pete Schermerhorn writes about the trends construction business owners can expect to see in 2019 and beyond. In construction, like any industry, decisions often come down to time, money and scope. When evaluating jobsite technology, business owners often find themselves asking when they might see…
In this exclusive series, Triax explores the skilled labor shortage facing the construction industry. Part One looked at the causes and consequence of the shortage. In Part Two, we’ll look at what the industry can do to address the problem and minimize the effects by changing the way they attract, manage and retain workers. Change the…
With all the activity and innovation happening within construction today, we’re seeing a continued proliferation of jobsite technology, including connected solutions like Spot-r. As workforce demographics continue to shift (with more experienced workers retiring and fewer new workers there to take their place), employees need to be well-rounded and ready to tackle a variety of tasks…
In this article on ForConstructionPros.com, Triax President and CEO Pete Schermerhorn explains why the mere presence of technology on site does not guarantee a competitive advantage. Technology is only as good as the people and processes that support it, and below are some tips for getting started and seizing opportunity in today’s market. Start with…
In this special, in-depth series, Triax explores the causes and consequences of the skilled labor shortage as well as a path forward through innovation and technology. Construction activity in the United States has hit pre-recession levels, as the demand for housing, retail and office space keeps developers, contractors and workers busy. Dodge Data & Analytics…
Background: A.P. Construction Company is a CM/GC firm headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut with extensive experience in multifamily properties, commercial buildings, and educational, healthcare and municipal facilities. One of the earliest adopters of Spot-r technology, A.P. has deployed the solution on several projects and is “experiencing the improved real-time safety awareness, visibility and communication that Triax…
With experience bringing technology to challenging IT environments, we knew we had to deliver a scalable, practical solution that required as little maintenance as possible. When we began building our Spot-r system, battery life, product durability, and reliable data connections as new floors or structures are added were essential considerations. In the unpredictable, fast-moving construction…
In September, Spot-r EquipTag was named one of Equipment Today’s 2018 Contractors Top 50 Products by construction equipment owners and end users. The IoT equipment sensor is the first-of-its-kind non-GPS solution to track operator identity, equipment location and utilization without restrictions such as indoor/outdoor location or equipment size. For this edition of Tech You Should…
Contractors continue to adopt jobsite technology like never before, providing the industry with new and valuable data. In our #SmarterwithSpotr series, Ian Ouellette, Triax’s Vice President of Product, shares his thoughts on how the industry can leverage the groundswell of data to build safer, smarter, and faster. Below, he breaks down Triax’s Spot-r system, the…
Triax understands the complexities of an active construction site, which is why we work every day to streamline processes, boost efficiency, and provide value to our clients. Everything we do is in the interest of our customers and making projects safer, better, and faster – whether that’s our Client Engagement team, our engineers designing, developing,…
To improve productivity and maximize project quality, construction contractors are increasingly turning to lean construction practices. This innovative, collaborative approach to operating and executing projects is focused on continuous improvement by reducing waste and building with maximum efficiency. It has been shown not only to increase productivity but to give construction firms a strong competitive…
In this article for Modern Contractor Solutions Magazine, Triax Technologies’ Chad Hollingsworth discusses the proliferation of technology and how construction companies can apply lessons learned during the first half of 2018 to drive a safer, smarter, more profitable future in the second half of the year and beyond. Modern contractors must contend with increasingly complex…
In August, Triax Technologies joined our partners at Oracle Construction and Engineering for the unveiling of their Innovation Lab, a mock worksite based in Deerfield, IL that allows visitors to experience the potential of wearable and sensor technology, drones, autonomous vehicles, and visualization technology for themselves. We’re thrilled to participate in this effort to showcase…
Until recently, there has been no easy way for supervisors and managers to know which workers are on site, where they’re located or when a safety incident has occurred – whether 5 floors or 15 miles away. What seems like a given, especially in our instant connection personal lives, has remained a challenge in construction,…
As we’ve written about before, construction is one of the last industries to benefit from automation and information technology. Historically, the only electrical equipment on a job site during construction was installed by highly-trained workers. Today, however, the construction marketplace is rapidly changing: technology has become more widespread at the jobsite, more experienced and trained…
Kathy Lilley is Triax’s Marketing Events Manager and our construction technology show guru. Ahead of a busy fall industry events schedule, she’s sharing her tips for maximizing your OOO time. So your boss is telling you to attend a construction trade show… Trade shows are essential for developing strong business relationships and making face-to-face contact.…
Triax understands the complexities of an active construction site, which is why we work every day to streamline processes, boost efficiency, and provide value to our clients. Everything we do is in the interest of our customers and making projects safer, better, and faster – whether that’s our Client Engagement team in the field or…
Experiencing the Worksite of Tomorrow Today By Chad Hollingsworth The Innovation Lab is a watershed moment for our partnership and the industry. Construction is a physical, hands-on world. The Lab brings to life the connected worksite of tomorrow, empowering visitors to experience the potential of wearable and sensor technology, drones, autonomous vehicles, and visualization technology for…
Triax understands the complexities of an active construction site, which is why we work every day to streamline processes, boost efficiency, and provide value to our clients. Everything we do is in the interest of our customers and making projects safer, better, and faster – whether that’s our Client Engagement team in the field or…
In this article for Forbes Technology Council, Triax Technologies’ Justin Morgenthau discusses how leveraging IoT technology enables the construction industry to build safer and smarter. Construction is booming, and with growing population and increasing urbanization requiring new homes and offices to be built, industry momentum shows no signs of slowing down. Despite increasingly sophisticated structures,…
As contractors continue to adopt jobsite technology, Triax’s Ian Ouellette will share his thoughts on putting data to use. The bottom line? You don’t need to be a data scientist to understand the findings below, but every contractor should have a plan for what to do with the data once it’s collected. What problems are…
As contractors continue to adopt jobsite technology, Triax’s Ian Ouellette will share his thoughts on putting data to use. The bottom line? You don’t need to be a data scientist to understand the findings below, but every contractor should have a plan for what to do with the data once it’s collected. What problems are…
In this byline for Construction Business Owner, Triax’s Chad Hollingsworth discusses how the data created by IoT devices on the jobsite provides unprecedented visibility into safety incidents and hazards. Construction is a low-margin industry facing a skilled labor shortage and increasingly complex, fragmented projects. While every project is unique, with countless moving parts and diverse…
In Episode 93 of the CONEXPO-CON/AGG podcast, Triax CEO Chad Hollingsworth discusses the connected jobsite and what it means for the construction industry. For more, visit the CONEXPO-CON/AGG site, or listen to the podcast using the player below.
While we believe that everyone in the construction industry wants to return home in the same condition as when they arrived, unfortunately, safety can sometimes take a supporting role to keeping projects on schedule and on budget. A 2017 National Safety Council survey of 2,000 workers, for example, found that more than one-third (36%) strongly…
Triax understands the complexities of an active construction site, which is why we work every day to streamline processes, boost efficiency, and provide value to our clients. Everything we do is in the interest of our customers and making projects safer, better, and faster – whether that’s our Client Engagement team in the field or…
The skilled labor shortage remains an important topic within the construction industry, as skilled baby boomers age out or retire and fewer millennials enter the trades to take their place. Fortunately, the industry has taken notice, and leading organizations, industry partners, institutions, and associations are teaming up to tackle this issue from multiple angles. At…
In March, Triax headed to Long Beach, California to participate in BuiltWorlds’ Tech Toy Chest at the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) National Convention. As always, the event focused on construction safety, culminating in the ABC and the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) signing a memorandum to come together to improve safety and health…
In this article for Modern Contractor Solutions, Triax Technologies’ co-founder and CEO Chad Hollingsworth looks at how creating a safer jobsite begins with the right attitude and a comprehensive technology toolset. The construction industry geared up for Safety Week (May 7–11). Now its fifth year, what began as a joint initiative between the Construction Industry…
In this article for Construction Executive, Triax Technologies CEO Chad Hollingsworth discusses of the Internet of Things can help the construction industry improve safety outcomes. Worker safety remains a top industry priority. In May 2018, during the fifth annual Construction Safety Week, more than 80 construction companies and industry partners joined forces to reaffirm their…
Triax understands the complexities of a construction site, which is why we developed Spot-r to provide comprehensive visibility into worker and equipment location, utilization, and safety. By automating manual processes and providing actionable insights that help supervisors see what’s happening across their resources, Spot-r helps contractors unlock new efficiencies and safety benefits. One of our…
Triax understands the complexities of an active construction site, which is why we work every day to automate processes, boost efficiency, unlock actionable insights, and provide value to our clients. A dedicated project team works with you from pre-deployment/ground break all the way through project completion. Today, we’re introducing you to a member of our…
Construction safety continues to evolve, as wearable technology, drones, machine learning and artificial intelligence change the way contractors collect and analyze site data, survey risks, and stay ahead of safety issues. The proliferation of sensors and drones, in particular, makes it easier and more affordable for contractors to identify hazards, respond to issues, and reduce…
Triax understands the complexities of an active construction site, which is why we work every day to automate processes, boost efficiency, unlock actionable insights, and provide value to our clients. A dedicated project team works with you from pre-deployment/ground break all the way through project completion. As part of our Faces from the Field series,…
Triax CEO Chad Hollingsworth wrote about using technology to connect the jobsite and boost safety for the NHEO Institute. The National Hispanic Entrepreneurs’ Organization was founded as a non-profit organization in 2008 and focuses on construction industry concerns common to Hispanic contractors and small business owners, and inspiring the next generation of construction workers. Read an…
To celebrate Construction Safety Week 2018, Triax asked its employees what they do to promote safety on – and off – the jobsite. Why is it important to promote safety? Who is affected by safety, and what is your safety pledge to ensure we are “Stronger and Safer Together”? Mark Wagner, Electrical Engineer: As a…
To celebrate Construction Safety Week 2018, Triax asked its employees what they do to promote safety on – and off – the jobsite. Why is it important to promote safety? What simple choice can be made to set the stage for safety and why are we “Stronger and Safer Together”? #MySafetyPledge is to hold myself…
With construction Safety Week 2018 upon us, and the winter ski season coming to a close, I find myself thinking about my love of skiing and how it relates to our mission at Triax Technologies. Our mission is to lead construction’s transformation through intelligent, innovative technology and real-time data to make projects safer, better, and…
To celebrate Construction Safety Week 2018, Triax asked its employees what they do to promote safety on – and off – the jobsite. Why is it important to promote safety? Who is affected by safety, and what is your safety pledge to ensure we are “Stronger and Safer Together”? Matt Davis, VP of Sales: A…
Ahead of Construction Safety Week, which takes place from Monday, May 7th to Friday, May 11th, Triax Director of Field Engineering, Tom Ludorf, writes that safety is a process, not a trophy. The largest source of injury on any active worksite is absentmindedness, inattentiveness, and ignorance of surroundings – also known as complacency. A momentary…
Despite increasingly sophisticated projects and buildings, the way tasks are completed and managed on site has changed very little over the last 30-40 years. The majority of project leaders and crews still rely on paper and pen, emails, phone calls and physical proximity to manage operations and communicate project changes or issues. This reliance on…
Construction is an economic driver, estimated to grow globally by 67 percent from $7.2 trillion today to $12 trillion by 2020. Despite this rapid growth, the industry continues to struggle with challenges that other industries have long overcome, including a lack of visibility and business intelligence across jobsites and project participants. In this piece for…
Modular construction refers to the process of taking prefabricated units, which are built off-site (i.e. away from their final destination) and pieced together at the jobsite/on the premises. The modules can consist of parts of a room, an entire room, or an individual unit such as a bathroom, which is fitted with other components at…
The shortage of available labor in construction has been well-documented. According to a January 2018 Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Sage Construction and Real Estate survey of more than 1,000 firms nationwide, an overwhelming majority (82%) expect it will remain difficult or become even harder to recruit and hire qualified workers this year,…
Within the last year, the construction industry has kick-started its digital journey, as record activity, investment and innovation have resulted in a surge of cutting-edge, IoT-enabled solutions designed specifically for the construction industry. Faced with increased demand and a skilled labor shortage, contractors are asking about technology tools and how they can be implemented at…
Every owner and contractor is familiar with the insurance coverage and certificates needed for a construction project. In construction, coverage and policies can take many forms, such as builder’s risk insurance which protects the named insured from certain named perils while the building is being constructed (e.g. fire, lightning, vandalism) or general liability insurance which…
What a week in New Orleans celebrating the construction industry’s past, present, and future at the 99th Annual AGC Convention. As the opening reception made clear – and the following days affirmed – it’s an incredibly exciting time to be involved in the construction industry. We left the city inspired by the questions being asked,…
As construction activity hits pre-recession levels, construction cranes increasingly dot city skylines and neighborhoods nationwide. There were roughly 400 cranes across 14 major U.S. cities in July 2017 – a figure that is only increasing, as the Dodge Momentum Index leaped 14% in November, the second straight month of healthy gains coming from the commercial…
When it comes to delivering world-class innovation and service to the construction industry, the three i’s of installation, identification, and insurance quickly sum up Spot-r by Triax’s ability to provide total worksite visibility and mitigate risks. Here’s what you should know about our connected jobsite solution: Installation When it comes to implementing new jobsite technology,…
Construction is an inherently dangerous industry, and much of this risk stems from the use – or improper use – of machinery and equipment. The phrase “struck-by accident” refers to any situation where a construction worker is injured as a result of being struck by materials, machinery, or equipment. Information collected by the BLS and…
According to Bureau of Labor Statistics August 2017 figures, nearly seven million people nationwide work in the construction industry across over 720,000 construction companies. The construction industry is a significant driver of the United States economy and is one of the largest customers for manufacturing, mining and a variety of services. A George Mason University…
Fatal accidents in construction were up 5% in 2016—the latest year for which Bureau of Labor Statistics are available —and are at the highest level since 2008. Of course, non-fatal injuries are also of concern and in addition to physical and human harm, they have significant business impact, leading to lost time, lower productivity and…
According to KPMG’s Global Construction Survey 2017 report, 92 percent of U.S. construction executives believe that technology will fundamentally change their businesses and help bridge the performance gap. Despite this belief, only 29 percent of construction company owners routinely use mobile apps to complete their projects. The construction industry has traditionally been slow to adopt…
2018 is here! With a new year comes new goals and initiatives, and builders everywhere are looking to make boosting productivity, improving safety, attracting a new generation of workers, and increasing profitability a priority in 2018. Download our E-Book for the Top Trends and Predictions for construction’s “year of digital disruption,” and check out our…
Safety remains a top priority for the construction industry, which employs almost 10 million people in the U.S. alone. While construction comprises less than 10 percent of the workforce, it accounts for 20 percent of private industry fatalities, 40 percent of which are due to falls. Triax’s President and COO, Pete Schermerhorn, writes about the…
The construction industry, which has traditionally been slow to adopt technology, is in the midst of a digital revolution. As contractors face increased demand and a shrinking labor pool, organizations are turning to technology tools to automate processes, streamline communication and maximize their current resources. Building Information Modeling (BIM), wearables, drones, and increasingly, virtual and…
Getting employees on board with a new process, software or system can be challenging, particularly in construction which has been building in the same manner for centuries. As a company that prides itself on developing user-friendly, low maintenance solutions, we take worker buy-in and smooth implementation personally. Here are some of the best practices we’ve…
BIM 101 BIM, or Building Information Modeling, is one of the biggest buzzwords in construction today. BIM involves the generation and management of incredibly accurate, robust, digital representations of physical and functional characteristics of spaces and is used by individuals, businesses, and governments to plan, design, build, run and maintain diverse physical structures, including office…
“Engineering and construction companies suffer from low margins and relatively low productivity. They can do better.” According to McKinsey’s 2016 “Beating the Low Productivity Trap” report, it will take roughly $57 trillion in infrastructure investments by 2030 to keep up with the global economy. This translates into roughly 4 percent annual growth for engineering and…
As the federal agency focuses on improving workplace safety, OSHA requires most employers to track, aggregate and submit yearly injury and illness records. In November 2013, OSHA first proposed moving larger companies and particularly hazardous industries to an electronic reporting system in hopes of streamlining the reporting process. By going digital, OSHA aims to improve…
On October 24th, Triax joined JBKnowledge and the ConTechCrew in Dallas for their fourth roadshow, an event dedicated to educating the construction industry on all things tech. Over the course of six sessions, the ConTechCrew and other guest speakers provided strategic and tactical advice on adopting new and emerging construction technologies. Our Marketing Manager attended the…
On October 24th, Triax joined JBKnowledge and the ConTechCrew in Dallas for their fourth roadshow, an event dedicated to educating the construction industry on all things tech. Over the course of six sessions, the ConTechCrew and other guest speakers provided strategic and tactical advice on adopting new and emerging construction technologies. Our Marketing Manager attended the…
Triax’s Chad Hollingsworth recapped the year in construction for High-Profile’s monthly Construction Institute column. Read about the developments raising construction’s profile, attracting a new generation of workers, and shaping future procedures here. Despite this, over the last year, construction has worked to shed its reputation as one of the least digitized U.S. industries, as conversations across…
With over 10 years in the construction industry, and the majority of that working in GPS guidance and telematics for a major equipment manufacturer, I have seen the efficiencies technology can bring. Construction is a fast-moving, results-oriented industry. However, tight schedules and many moving parts means that information, communication, and resources often get lost in…
Machinery and equipment, tools, tasks and information often get lost on large construction sites. By connecting you to your workforce and equipment, the Spot-r system, including the recently announced EquipTag, enables your organization and site managers to know in real-time where your assets are located and how they’re being operated at the jobsite. Compared to…
Those involved in construction or living in the tri-state area have undoubtedly been following New York City’s contentious Construction Safety Bill. With more New York City construction workers losing their lives each year, and mounting protests from workers, their families and construction companies, City Council proposed new legislation to reduce employee jobsite deaths through better…
The American Road and Transportation Business Association’s 2017 report determined that 10% of all the bridges in the United States are not structurally sound, and about two-thirds of all the roads in the country – namely major highways, freeways, and interstates – are in poor condition, too. As America’s aging infrastructure remains a hot topic…
OSHA, or the Occupational Safety and Hazards Administration, was founded in 1971 to create rules and guidelines regarding workplace safety. It is an agency of the United States Department of Labor, and its mission is to “assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing…
Drones, or UAVs, are unmanned aerial vehicles that can navigate autonomously, without human control or beyond line of sight. Drones are differentiated by their ability to travel to places that are out of human reach or are too expensive or risky to send people. Drone technology has revolutionized everything from commerce to military operations to…
For centuries, safety in the construction industry was left to common sense and on-the-job experience. In the late 1960s, worker safety become part of the national conversation and employers were required to provide their employees with working conditions that are free of known dangers, leading to the establishment of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration…
In recent years, the Internet of Things, or IoT, has infiltrated every aspect of our personal, work, and social lives. Everything, it seems, is internet-connected, and as a result, we have come to expect the latest, real-time information to be available to us with the touch of our fingers or the click of a mouse.…
On September 19th, Triax joined FieldWire at General Assembly NYC for a discussion on “Changing Construction – Technology in the Built Space.” The tech panel, moderated by Professional Women in Construction’s Chelsea LeMar, featured insights from Jacobs Construction’s Ana Alicea Diffley, Turner Construction’s Nick Steinbrick, Triax’s Phil Epifano, and FieldWire’s Marielle Price. The evening started…
The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), in coordination with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), recently released a new fact sheet to improve workplace safety on residential construction sites. Using statistics gathered through surveys, this fact sheet focuses primarily on the dangers associated with enclosed spaces like attics and basements. What the New…
The Big 3: How to Leverage Spot-r to Build Your Safety Culture on Site By Phil Epifano In my role at Triax, I help construction companies build safer and smarter with wearable networked technology. By connecting superintendents with worker activity and safety incidents, and by connecting workers with a real-time tool to report site hazards…
Running a successful company, let alone a construction company, is challenging. Add in countless stakeholders and jobsites, and there is a fundamental need to know what is happening at each one – accurately and automatically – to manage risk, keep projects moving and maintain company standards. This is precisely why connected jobsites are the future…
A Holistic Approach to Site Safety Culture By Bob Dolan Inspired by the potential of wearable technology to advance safety, Bob Dolan joined Triax Technologies in 2012. Over his 35-year career, he has never experienced the kind of technological revolution — and excitement — that is occurring in construction right now. Urban growth has driven…
Today, information is collected – and available – everywhere, and has become essential to the success of people, processes, organizations and industries. In the construction industry, where the stakes are particularly high, ensuring that the right people have access to real-time information is essential. As the industry increasingly moves to adopt emerging technologies, creating a…
Technology is improving the way companies do business across every industry, and construction is no exception to that rule. Our Spot-r wearable technology is designed to streamline operations, improve safety and efficiency, and provide you with the data you need to help your company thrive. Here are the top five reasons to adopt our technology at…
McKinsey & Company, one of the world’s leading management consultants, recently conducted a study on the impact of technology in the construction industry. While technology and information have the power to increase construction productivity by three to four percent, the industry continues to struggle to embrace emerging technologies, and remains the second least digitized industry…
No matter how hard organizations work to keep employees safe, construction sites are inherently hazardous environments. Countless workers, power tools, heavy machinery and equipment, and changing materials and structures pose threats and create challenges. Fortunately, technological construction safety advances have made it possible to see what is happening on jobsites across an organization, regardless of…
The Construction World I Never Imagined 15 Years Ago by Phil Epifano Phil Epifano is helping construction companies build smarter and mitigate safety risks with wearable networked technology. With more than 15 years of experience in the construction space, Phil held a variety of positions prior to joining Triax, ranging from estimator to project manager,…
Improving the Way We Do Things Around Here By Bob Dolan Inspired by the potential of wearable technology to advance safety, Bob Dolan joined Triax Technologies in 2012. Over his 35-year career, he has never experienced the kind of technological revolution — and excitement — that is occurring in construction right now. Like most injuries, accidents…
In July, we visited the Autodesk BUILD Space for the BuiltWorlds Boston Roadtrip. As part of the evening, we toured the 34,000-square foot space and reached out to Autodesk’s Salem Chism for more behind-the-scenes insights. Join us at Autodesk University in Las Vegas in November, learn more here. On the BUILD Space: SC: The future…
We love being a part of the built industry and participating in events that empower construction professionals. Check out where Triax Technologies will be next by visiting our Events page! ConTech Philadelphia Roadshow On July 13th, Triax joined more than one hundred other industry peers, committed to discussing the current and future state – and…
We love being a part of the built industry and participating in events that empower construction and facilities professionals. Recently, we attended the AGC’s Safety & Health Conference in Denver. Triax president, Chad Hollingsworth, and VP of Risk Management at Suffolk, Doug Ware, spoke to attendees about how wearable technology, like Spot-r, is helping to…
Professional Women in Construction (@PWCTalk #HelloPWC) is a non-profit organization committed to advancing professional, entrepreneurial and managerial opportunities for women and other “non-traditional” populations in construction and related industries. It’s 1,000 members include general and specialty contractors, architectural and engineering firms, environmental services and public agencies. In August 2015, Chelsea LeMar took over as Executive…
With 1-3% profit margins, demanding schedules, and tight competition, construction companies have little extra time to devote to IT and technology investments that don’t work. Construction companies are lean, mean, operating machines that adapt on the fly, and new products—whether tools, gear or software—must clearly demonstrate value and relieve administrative burdens. Perhaps it is not…
The construction world we live and work in is comprised of fathers, mothers, brothers, sisters, sons and daughters. Those involved in the industry must focus on and prioritize safety to do their best to ensure everyone returns to their family and loved ones at the end of each day. A construction worksite is an inherently…
“Lean construction” is based on the lean manufacturing method popularized by the Toyota Production System (TPS). Developed in the 1950s, Toyota doubled productivity while improving quality by implementing lean tactics. The idea of lean is simple enough: minimize waste (or non-value add activities) and maximize customer value. In practice, however, and without the tools or…
The Productivity Problem Attend any construction-related conference, trade show or event and you will hear the same phrase: construction has a productivity problem. A recent McKinsey study found that globally, labor productivity in construction has averaged 1% per year over the last two years compared to 3.6% in manufacturing and 2.8% for the total world…
