Construction Insurer, CR Solutions detailed their reopening strategy on their blog. Maintaining social distance can be difficult in the workplace. Improving on recommended protocols, CR Solutions provides employees with social distancing and contact tracing technology using TraceTags™ clipped to their shirts.…
Maya Rodriguez discusses our social distancing and contact tracing technology with our CEO Robert Costantini and LF Driscoll Project Director Tom Stefanko on a current Philadelphia project site. Within a series of unfinished walls, Tom Stefanko oversees hundreds of construction…
Engineering News Record spoke with steel erector National Steel City uses wearable sensors to keep workers 6 ft apart. In order to maintain social distancing on site, steel erector National Steel City of Plymouth, Mich., is using the Proximity Trace…
Our CEO, Robert Costantini speaks to the use of IoT in the workplace as a means to improve safety and mitigate risk in a recent article for Occupational Health & Safety. As workers slowly but certainly return to manufacturing plants, construction…
In an interview with Industrial Equipment News, our VP of Marketing, Lori Peters talks about the use of Proximity Trace on worksites and how workers are responding to the technology. “We developed Proximity Trace as a tool to help workers…
ForConstructionPros featured Skanska in a recent article for being the first to implement contact tracing technology in LA. While social distancing, face coverings and other measures are critical tools in stopping the spread of COVID-19, these measures are often hard…
Solutions Help Organizations Optimize Capital Projects, Daily Operations; Enable Safer Operations through Social Distancing and Contact Tracing NORWALK, Conn., July 8, 2020 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading Internet of Things (IoT) provider of solutions connecting construction and industrial worksites,…
Construction Dive spoke with Suffolk Construction Company and Consigli Construction Company to hear the steps they’re taking to reopen construction sites in New York City. Two pieces of technology that Suffolk will deploy on its New York City projects, as…
Kaylee Hartung spoke for ABC News Good Morning America about new social distancing technologies for the workplace, included was Proximity Trace. Check out the segment below:
In an article for New York Real Estate Journal, CEO of Suffolk Construction, John Fish talks about how the company is using tech innovation to get back to work safely. After almost two months since governor Cuomo announced a construction…
Rich Cavallaro, EVP-New York division leader, at Gilbane Building Co., spoke with New York Real Estate Journal about the steps the company is taking to reopen jobsites in NYC. The construction industry has always been a key driver of the…
Construction Dive spoke with some of the biggest players in the construction industry to find out the steps they are taking to keep operations running. Hear what Mike DiNapoli, general manager of Suffolk Construction’s Northern California operations had to say:…
Hartford Business Journal recently interviewed leaders in Connecticut’s construction community to find out how COVID-19 is affecting business and learn what steps they’re taking to keep operations running. They also spoke with our CTO, Justin Morgenthau about our newest Proximity Trace…
Engineering News Record recently interviewed our CEO, Robert Costantini, and Jason Pelkey, SVP and Chief Information Officer at Gilbane Building Company about the steps they’re taking to keep essential construction projects moving during this pandemic. Gilbane turned to Triax and…
Proximity Trace Helps Organizations Minimize Exposure for Workers and Aims to Get Them Back to Work More Safely NORWALK, Conn., April 15, 2020 – In response to the need for greater worker protection during the COVID-19 pandemic, Triax Technologies, Inc., a…
With the COVID-19 pandemic affecting the construction industry, ENR interviewed our CEO, Robert Costantini along with Rob Sullivan, Senior Vice President at AECOM Tishman. Hear how Spot-r is helping manage risk and add visibility to their jobsite in a new way during COVID-19. The…
Our CEO, Robert Costantini speaks to safety, security and efficiency on mixed-use jobsites in a recent article for Construction Executive. According to FMI, U.S. construction spending for all sectors is projected to increase incrementally to $1.46 trillion in 2022. One…
Spot-r’s Real-Time Data Also Provides Prevailing Wage Verification During Construction of NYC Housing Authority’s Multifamily Buildings NORWALK, Conn., Feb. 18, 2019 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that its Spot-r IoT…
SmartBrief conducted a Q&A with our CEO, Robert Costantini to discuss productivity and connectivity on the jobsite. Here’s what he had to say: “More job sites are becoming connected for a variety of reasons. One of them is to manage…
Our VP of Product, Ian Ouellette details the critical questions to ask about safety and security before undertaking a new construction project for an article in FacilityManagement.com. Construction projects in public spaces such as schools and hospitals are on the…
Our VP of Product, Ian Ouellette weighs in on the evolution of construction technology in an article for Construction Business Owner. 2007 saw the advent of the smartphone with Apple’s release of the iPhone, combining web browsing, music player, GPS…
In an interview with Tech Republic, our CEO, Robert Costantini talks about how the Spot-r system helps make jobsites safer using IoT technology. All the data gathered by the Spot-r sensors is fed to a cloud-based dashboard and a mobile…
In an article for Construction Executive, our VP of Product Ian Ouellette breaks down the key rolls data will play on the jobsite going forward. Working faster, safer and more efficiently are key goals for any general contractor and many…
In an article for Construction Business Owner, our CEO Robert Costantini shares his thoughts on safety and IoT in the construction industry. During the past few years, the construction industry has made great strides in shedding its image as a…
Built in just three weeks last year, the Oracle Innovation Lab was initially intended to show how the company’s products could be used in the construction industry, according to Burcin Kaplanoglu, the innovation officer for Oracle’s construction and engineering unit.…
We teamed up with EarthCam to employ their video-capture technology at construction site entrance points, thereby creating an automated link between a worker’s ID number and video of that individual, with the goal of boosting safety and security. See what…
Triax Showcases Spot-r IoT Communication Hub, Wearables Technology NORWALK, Conn., Nov. 12, 2019 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that Bob Dolan, its national sales director, will join Robert Hartelust, senior…
Triax to Showcase Spot-r IoT Communication Hub, Wearables, Equipment Sensor Technology Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that Justin Morgenthau, its CTO, will speak at the United Rentals Total Control & Innovation…
Integration of IoT and Visual Data Enables Real-Time Visibility, Security; Reduces Site Risk NORWALK, Conn. and UPPER SADDLE RIVER, N.J., Oct. 8, 2019 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, and EarthCam, the leading provider of…
New Offering Protects Perimeter, Increases Real-Time Construction Site Security, Reduces Risk NORWALK, Conn., June 3, 2019 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that it has added new access control capabilities to its Spot-r…
Study by Dodge Data & Analytics and Triax Technologies shows top drivers for IoT adoption are reduced costs, greater employee productivity, improved safety records NEW YORK – April 16, 2019 – A new study released by Dodge Data & Analytics,…
Firms selected for innovative exploration of how IoT data from Triax Technologies’ sensors may increase jobsite safety, reduce risk Providence, RI – March 25, 2019 – Gilbane Building Company today announced that it, along with Travelers, has been recognized as…
Employees Cite Company’s Mission, Culture of Collaboration and Innovation, in Hartford Business Journal Survey NORWALK, Conn., March 4, 2019 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that it has been named one…
In addition to being Chief Technology Officer at Triax Technologies, Justin Morgenthau is also a proud member of the Forbes Tech Council. Check out his thoughts on bringing tech to one of the least digitized industry and what the jobsite…
IoT and Analytics Will Become Firmly Embedded in Day-to-Day Operations Norwalk, Conn., Dec. 4, 2018 — Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today shared its predictions for the key technology trends that will shape…
BuiltWorlds spoke with Travelers, Gilbane and Triax Technologies about their partnership to use real-time data to elevate worker and overall site safety, quantify and mitigate risks, and potentially reduce overall losses. “There are a number of products that help you understand…
In October, Travelers, Gilbane and Triax announced a partnership to review data collected from a variety of Spot-r IoT devices, including those being used at a 60,000-square-foot, six-floor Gilbane construction site in New York City over 20 months. Below we…
With an unrelenting labor shortage, increased building activity and record investment in con-tech companies, the stage is set for broader digitization in the construction industry. Construction Dive covered ENR’s October 23rd webinar, “How to Find and Implement the Right Technology…
HARTFORD, Conn., Oct. 30, 2018 – The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV) today announced a collaboration with Gilbane, one of the country’s largest contractors, and Triax Technologies, a leader in Internet of Things (IoT) construction technology, to explore the potential…
NORWALK, Conn., Oct. 22, 2018 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that it has recently garnered six industry awards, including Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Magazine’s tenth annual New Product of…
IoT Innovator is delighted to announce the winners of its 2018 IoT Innovator Awards, which unearth and recognize the best of Internet of Things businesses and products across the globe.
“The judges’ scores in our tenth annual New Product of the Year contest were extremely close, and all of the products entered this year earned very high marks from them. The scores in several categories—especially protective apparel, industrial hygiene, respiratory…
Our friends at BuiltWorlds spoke to McDonough Elevators’ Joe Galatas and Triax Technologies’ Ian Ouellette about the power of technology and data insights to identify inefficiencies and simplify the construction process, thereby saving time and money. “People have made assumptions through…
Our friends at The Jobsite caught up with Triax Technologies’ Chief Partnership Officer, Chad Hollingsworth, about the promise of a smarter jobsite and what it takes to get there. Check out a key quote below and click here to read…
While technology can enable greater safety on construction projects, this often starts with developing better safety practices and processes. CONEXPO-CON/AGG caught up with Triax Technologies about the key strategies to implement to boost safety across your organization: Prioritize the most…
Leader’s Edge Magazine interviewed Gilbane SVP – Director of Risk Management, Don Naber, and Triax President and CEO, Pete Schermerhorn, for an article on how wearable technology is opening employers’ eyes to danger zones, especially in the construction and manufacturing…
Sessions to include latest solutions, real-world examples for quantifying safety behaviors, risk NORWALK, Conn., Sept. 24, 2018 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that company executives will join professionals from Gilbane…
Each year, the Contractors’ Top 50 New Products — hosted by Equipment Today and ForConstructionPros.com — showcases the new equipment and products that construction equipment owners and end users identify as the most intriguing. Recipients of the awards are determined…
New facility empowers development of solutions shaping the future of project delivery DEERFIELD, Ill., Aug. 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Oracle Construction and Engineering today unveiled its Innovation Lab, a unique facility designed to accelerate efforts to help project- and asset-intensive…
Triax Technologies Identifies Key Drivers to Digital Transformation: Worker Shortage, Financial Investment, Academic Programs, Innovative Tools NORWALK, Conn., Aug. 22, 2018 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of the connected jobsite, is shedding light on how the traditionally low-tech…
Triax Technologies was named to the Builtworlds Connected Jobsite 50, a list of the top companies changing construction through IoT-enabled, data collecting products and system: [Triax] created the Spot-r Clip and the Spot-r EquipTag, wearable devices that provides real-time visibility…
Triax Technologies’ Chad Hollingsworth was interviewed by Builtworlds for an article about how partnerships and collaboration between technology companies are driving the construction industry forward. One of the most remarkable aspects of the construction technology space is the sheer amount…
Sessions to Provide Case Studies, Best Practices of Spot-r Wearable IoT Technology NORWALK, Conn., Aug. 13, 2018 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that its President and COO, Pete Schermerhorn, will…
Triax Technologies’ Chad Hollingsworth was interviewed by CONEXPO-CON/AGG for a story on implementing IoT technology at the jobsite. Construction jobsite technology has moved beyond project-management software and mobile applications to include Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. This can include everything…
Internet of Things (IoT) solutions are connecting jobsites and stakeholders across the industry to improve safety, prevent damages and losses, and optimize asset allocation. Construction Dive spoke to Triax’s Chad Hollingsworth about how sensors are building smarter jobsite ecosystems: “The…
This article was originally published in the July 2018 edition of Equipment Today: Triax’s Spot-r safety system is a mobile technology that almost immediately improved safety and profit on KBE Building Corp.’s projects. “In the 60 days since we implemented…
In June, Triax and United Rentals announced their partnership to bring cutting-edge worker safety and management technology to United Rentals’ 1,000 branches and customers. At the heart of the IoT system is plug-and-play Spot-r Clips and EquipTags worn by workers and…
Construction Dive reported on construction partnership deals, including one between Triax and United Rentals. The Spot-r network is now accessible through United Rentals, the largest equipment rental company in North America. United Equipment primarily serves the construction industry with more…
NORWALK, Conn., June 5, 2018 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced a partnership with United Rentals, Inc., the world’s largest equipment rental company, to offer Triax’s flagship Spot-r IoT system at…
Thanks to Constructech for covering the integration of the Bosch Bluehound asset-tracking solution with the Triax Spot-r system. This new integration uses the Spot-r network to collect and transmit floor- and zone-based location information from tools and assets tagged with the Bluehound…
Construction Dive covered Triax’s recently-announced partnership with Bosch Tools, the power tools division of the Bosch Group. This partnership combines the Triax Spot-r network with Bosch’s Bluehound asset tracking product to provide real-time data collection and monitoring of workers, equipment…
Session to Showcase Use Cases in Connecting the Jobsite, Enhancing Visibility, Boosting Safety NORWALK, Conn., May 23, 2018 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that its co-founder and CEO, Chad Hollingsworth,…
Companies integrate solutions to provide complete visibility, data-driven project management, control NORWALK, Conn. and MT. PROSPECT, Ill, May 15, 2018 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, and Bosch Power Tools today announced the…
HartfordBusiness.com covered Gilbane’s commitment to raising the bar for the construction industry when it comes to safety with its latest implementation of Spot-r by Triax. By adopting the suite of Spot-r products, including the Clip which detects fall events and sends…
Innovative approach to site safety improves incident response time for construction workers and increases productivity for owners Providence, RI – May 14, 2018– Gilbane Building Company is raising the bar for the construction industry when it comes to safety with…
Construction sites present significant safety hazards and challenges including working at height, moving objects and equipment, loud noises, and live wires. Safety is a top industry priority, and fortunately, a technology-driven safety revolution is working to support contractor initiatives towards zero…
In an industry with tight timelines, tight budgets, and a tight labor market, companies are turning to Internet-connected wearables and other devices to improve visibility, monitor for unsafe conditions or fall events, and build smarter than before. Triax CEO Chad…
In May 2018, Triax Technologies was named one of Construction Executive’s Top 25 Companies Making Projects More Productive and Profitable. Access the full article PDF from the May 2018 issue here. Real-time workforce and equipment location, activity and safety data for…
Highlights Growing Role of Technology in Helping Keep Construction Workers Safe NORWALK, Conn., May 1, 2018 – In recognition of Safety Week, taking place May 7-11, 2018, Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today…
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…
Integration will enhance connected jobsite, construction technology ecosystem NORWALK, Conn., April 10, 2018 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced it is collaborating with Oracle Construction and Engineering to help customers transform…
Triax CEO Chad Hollingsworth spoke with AEC Next about the power of construction IoT and how advanced data analytics – in other words, pulling actionable insights from the wealth of field data being collected – holds the key to widespread…
From scheduling to risk management, contractors and AEC firms are looking towards artificial intelligence platforms to improve efficiencies, safety, and understandings on commercial construction projects. As John Caufield, Senior Editor, Building Design + Construction writes in their Tech Report 5.0:…
Flagship Spot-r solution recognized for enabling greater visibility, safety on the jobsite Norwalk, Conn. April 2, 2018 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that it has been named Health and Safety…
In a new quarterly column for Construction Executive, Triax CEO Chad Hollingsworth shares his thoughts on preparing for the connected jobsite of the future. Read the full piece here and check out his past article on using technology to bridge…
Triax CEO Chad Hollingsworth shared his thoughts on building a flexible company culture so your organization can act quickly and with forethought. Check out a preview below and read the full article on FierceCEO here. Nobody knows your business like you…
From The Safety Guide 2018: Working Towards a Safer Aluminium Industry When it comes to safety on the job, it takes company-wide dedication, patience, and execution to ensure that each worker returns home safely. When employees are injured on the job,…
MSI Data highlights three key trends construction contractors should prepare for – and leverage – in 2018 to stay ahead of competition. As the Internet of Things (IoT) becomes more widespread within the industry and connected devices collect and send…
WASHINGTON, March 14—Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is bringing the technologies that are about to transform the construction industry to contractors from around the country at ABC Convention 2018 in Long Beach, Calif. next week. Who: Matt Abeles, CEO of…
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…
In this article from CIO Applications, Triax Technologies is recognized as a company that helps construction clients build competitive advantage and transform their business. To view the complete list, read the article Technology advancements have catalyzed the growth and transformation…
One key benefit of the Internet of Things (IoT) is the path of data collection points, which enable meaningful and actionable data collection – and business intelligence. In the construction industry, the rise of the IoT is helping contractors improve…
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than one in five private-industry fatalities occur in construction. In addition to the human and emotional costs, these accidents negatively impact employee morale, productivity, and overall profitability. The 2017 Liberty mutual Workplace…
Session to Showcase IoT Use Cases to Increase Safety, Minimize Risk NORWALK, Conn., Feb. 20, 2018 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that its co-founder and CEO, Chad Hollingsworth, will join…
The construction industry today still evokes images of men in hard hats and work boots and remains a largely male-dominated industry. Although women account for 43% of the workforce, they comprise only 9% of the construction workforce – but, fortunately,…
The skilled labor shortage is a hot topic within the construction industry that shows no signs of slowing down. According to a 2017 Associated General Contractors survey, more than 70 percent of contractors are having difficulty filling hourly craft positions.…
In January, we released the Spot-r EvacTag, the first real-time, construction-specific alert system for jobsite evacuations. The device integrates with our proprietary network and Spot-r Clip to emit a high-decibel siren and visible LED alert. Read highlights from ConstructionDive‘s coverage…
When most people think of “wearable technology” they think of consumer products like the Apple smartwatch or Google Glass. At Triax, however, we see it as an answer to a problem that has long plagued the industry: Worker safety. Our…
Session to Showcase Capabilities, Use Cases, Insurance Implications of Today’s Jobsite Tech NORWALK, Conn., Jan. 29, 2018 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that its President and COO, Pete Schermerhorn, will…
Solution Improves Current Evacuation Procedures with High-Decibel Alarm, LED Lighting NORWALK, Conn., Jan. 23, 2018 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced Spot-r EvacTag, the first construction-specific solution of its kind to…
Concrete Products shares Triax’s trends and predictions for 2018, construction’s “year of digital disruption.” The rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) and accompanying developments, including integration, data analytics, and IoT/insurance relationships, puts construction in an excellent position to shatter its…
In December, we shared our top trends and predictions for 2018 when it comes to construction technology. After a strong 2017, commercial contractors are gearing up for an even stronger 2018, and as construction companies plan for new projects, initiatives,…
As the construction industry continues to embrace technology, artificial intelligence (AI) is finding more applications in the industry and at the jobsite. One study, for example, is using motion sensors and AI to follow expert mason workers and learn from…
Triax President and COO Pete Schermerhorn caught up with BuiltWorlds to discuss the power of our on-site mesh network, the launch of our Spot-r EquipTag and what all this data means for the construction industry. Read a snippet below and…
Last year was an important year for construction technology, and the adoption and development of digital systems for the jobsite is unlikely to slow in 2018. This is good news is that contractors that embrace technology can improve cost, safety,…
Keeping track of people, materials, and machines on busy construction sites is a constant challenge. GPS telematics systems can help, but as the phrase implies, it requires “systems” and clear line of sight to the sky. Equipment World covered Triax’s…
Ozobot blog looks at the dramatic technological and developmental improvements in the construction field over the past few decades, including when it comes to materials, 3D and offsite printing, wearable technology and overall site safety. Ozobot features Triax’s Spot-r wearable…
At Autodesk University 2017, The ConTechCrew sat down with Triax CEO Chad Hollingsworth and talked construction safety, wearable tech, and the Spot-r BIM 360 Integration. Watch the video on Autodesk’s “Connect & Construct” blog to learn how wearable technology is taking…
Dodge Data & Analytics’ newest SmartMarketReport, Safety Management in the Construction Industry, shows that technology, including BIM, drones and wearables, is having a positive effect onsite in regards to improving safety. Although wearable devices, including Spot-r by Triax, aren’t as…
As eWeek’s Chris Preimesberger writes, “A good data management system…is only as good as its ability to stop, retrieve and produce files quickly and efficiently in order to get a task or workload completed in a timely fashion.” Read Triax…
Check out the BuiltWorlds 2017 Gear Guide, a master list of the 40 most groundbreaking and impactful technological gear for industry professionals today. Triax’s Spot-r Clip is featured under gear for the construction manager. Distributing these unobtrusive little devices to…
Constellation Research’s Andy Mulholland wrote a blog on applying digital technology to practical, everyday business activities and featured Spot-r by Triax. Amazing changes and results have been achieved by individuals – and organizations – not seeing technology as solely contained…
The Associated General Contractors’ of America Connecticut chapter featured technology that will disrupt and improve the construction industry and interviewed Triax’s Senior Director of Marketing, Lori Peters. Read the full article – and access the entire Winter issue – here.…
Recognized for Spotlighting the Role of Technology, Real-Time Data for a Safer, Smarter Jobsite Norwalk, Conn., Dec. 21, 2017 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that its Senior Director of Marketing,…
Growth of IoT, Analytics, Combined with Labor Shortage, to Drive Adoption Norwalk, Conn., Dec. 13, 2017 — Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today shared its predictions for the key trends that will shape…
Wondering what we’ve been up to? Triax CEO Chad Hollingsworth joined the ConTechCrew live from Autodesk University 2017 in Las Vegas to talk about our new Spot-r EquipTag, our system’s advanced safety features, and our new integration with Autodesk BIM…
Triax Technologies CEO and co-founder, Chad Hollingsworth, spoke with AEC Cafe at Autodesk University 2017 in Las Vegas about the evolution of Spot-r, the potential of IoT in construction, the Spot-r EquipTag, and our recently announced integration with BIM 360.…
HR Technologist featured Spot-r by Triax’s integration with Autodesk BIM 360, which was announced during Autodesk University in Las Vegas. The integration allows Spot-r users to view real-time location on existing 3D Building Information Modeling (BIM) frameworks, “helping team leads and…
Claire Swedberg from RFID Journal spoke with Triax CEO Chad Hollingsworth and Lettire Director of Operations Bernie Ruf about Spot-r, our active RFID system, which enables Lettire Construction Corp. to track the locations of 140 workers on its site at any…
Asphalt Pro covered the development and growth of wearables in construction, including the Spot-r Clip, our wearable sensor device. According to research cited in the piece, the wearable market–including both consumer and enterprise devices–is expected to grow to 501 million by…
Engineering News-Record covered Autodesk University 2017, where automating construction and creating an integrated, cloud-based central system for projects dominated the conversation. We launched our Spot-r EquipTag at the event, which ENR covered: Companies can monitor worker movements for safety, efficiency and…
Triax CEO Chad Hollingsworth recapped the year in construction for High-Profile 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…
According to JB Knowledge’s annual construction technology report, only 26% of contractors use software or a mobile app – despite acknowledging that apps and data can be helpful for safety training. 52% of construction companies reported they do not use any…
The rise of the Internet of Things (IoT), which links components or systems via network connectivity, has enabled the instant transfer of data across people, projects and borders. Triax CEO Chad Hollingsworth wrote about wearable technology making mechanical contracting more…
Tech has finally reached the construction industry. The explosion of useful, previously untapped data from a variety of resources at the jobsite can be aggregated and analyzed for actionable insights. When crews, managers and executives are connected to the same, real-time…
Triax CEO, Chad Hollingsworth, spoke with Elizabeth Manning from Construction Business Owner about IoT and wearables in the construction industry. IoT’s ability to send and receive information to and from objects is on the rise across a number of industries, including…
The skilled labor shortage continues to be a major topic in the construction industry, as 70 percent of contractors report they are having a hard time filling hourly craft positions, which represent the bulk of the construction workforce. As we’ve shared,…
Construction is a high-stakes industry with inherent risks, and safety must be a top priority across job sites and project types. Business.com recently highlighted some of the technologies being used to increase safety at worksites today, including Spot-r by Triax.…
IoT Evolution and ForConstructionPros.com covered the recent launch of Spot-r EquipTag, which expands our vision of the connected jobsite to provide real-time, data-driven visibility into workforce and equipment activity, location and safety. In a recent release, Triax Technologies announced its…
Construction Dive covered the launch of the Spot-r EquipTag and our integration with Autodesk BIM 360, which were announced Monday, November 13th at Autodesk University in Las Vegas! Read some highlights below and check out the full article here. Triax…
Autodesk BIM 360 Integration Enhances Workforce Visibility, Safety, Streamlines Project Set-Up LAS VEGAS, Nov. 13, 2017 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced an integration between its flagship Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled…
Solution Connects Equipment, Workforce to Further Visibility, Safety NORWALK, Conn., Nov. 13, 2017 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced Spot-r EquipTag, the first-of-its kind solution to track operator identity, equipment location,…
The traditional method of manual headcounts, time card maintenance, and visual safety checks are inefficient and impractical. Yet knowing how many workers are present at the jobsite and where they are located is critical to worker safety and site operations. Spot-r…
Technology is transforming the construction site safety, productivity and overall operations. Safety devices like Spot-r provide real-time visibility into safety incidents that occur and give workers a new, powerful tools to report other injuries, site hazards or call for help.…
Business Insurance‘s Rob Lenihan discusses the potential impacts – and concerns – accompanying the surge in wearable technology in the workforce. According to research and advisory firm Gartner Inc., 310.4 million wearable devices will be sold worldwide in 2017, up 16.7% from…
Rob Lenihan from Business Insurance explores how wearable technology is creating a new working environment for many employees, including construction workers. “I think you’re going to see wearables become ubiquitous in a lot of labor jobs,” said Chad Hollingsworth, CEO…
Company to Unveil New IoT Solution, Exhibit Flagship Spot-r Wearable System NORWALK, Conn., Nov. 6, 2017 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for the connected jobsite, today announced that it will be unveiling a new IoT-based technology…
According to a recent survey from the Associated General Contractors of America, 70% of construction firms reported having a hard time filling hourly craft positions, which represents the majority of the workforce. On top of that, 43% say that they…
Triax’s Thomas Hollingsworth talked to Jeff Sample from the #ConTechCrew about Spot-r, our jobsite connectivity solution. Check out the interview here, or click the image below, and join us at the final #ConTechRoadshow of 2017 in Oakland, CA on December…
Spot-r Provides Critical Site Visibility on First New York City Project, Boosting Safety NORWALK, Conn., Oct. 23, 2017 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for jobsite connectivity and worker safety, today announced that Lettire Construction Corp. is…
Triax’s Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Chad Hollingsworth, shared his thoughts on closing construction’s skilled labor gap with technology, a culture of innovation, and a connected jobsite. See highlights below or click here to read the full piece. Whether it’s…
Spot-r Recognized for Enabling Risk Managers to Assess Construction Site Safety and Compliance NORWALK, Conn., Oct. 3, 2017 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for jobsite connectivity, visibility and worker safety, today announced that it is a winner…
Thanks to BuiltWorlds for including Spot-r as one of their 45 companies and technologies creating the future of the IoT-enabled connected jobsite. Through our non-GPS network, wearable clips and cloud-based dashboard, we’re providing unprecedented total worksite visibility, connecting people and…
We are honored to be recognized as a 2017 Business Insurance Innovations Award winner, one of eight companies recognized for innovative risk management products and services. Business Insurance Magazine spoke with Triax’s CEO and Chief Operating Officer and a Spot-r early adopter…
Amidst a growing backlog and skilled labor shortage, a construction firm’s ability to attract millennials to construction and the jobsite has become of vital importance. One key to achieving this is adopting and incorporating emerging technologies, something millennials have grown up…
Triax’s Chad Hollingsworth discusses the importance of total digital worksite visibility in overcoming construction’s poor productivity image in an article for CONEXPO-CON/AGG: Without the ability to immediately and accurately see how many workers are on a jobsite, where they’re located,…
Thanks to Unearth Technologies, Inc. for including us in their list of “Hottest Construction IoT companies”! Read about what sets Spot-r apart below and read the full article to learn how Triax is advancing construction safety and powering the connected jobsite…
ElectricianTalk.com included Spot-r by Triax in their write-up of wearables that can keep electrician crews safer on the job. What wearable tech is available to electricians? How do they keep your crew safe? How do you choose the right solution? Read a…
We were thrilled to be named one of Disruptor Daily’s Top 100 Most Innovative and Disruptive Construction Companies. Chad Hollingsworth, Triax CEO and Co-Founder, recently participated in their new”Future of Construction” series. Read highlights below and click here to read his…
CONEXPO-CON/AGG recently covered the importance of addressing the human element in construction jobsite safety and spoke with our President & Chief Operating Officer about leveraging innovative technologies to engage and protect the workforce. Check out highlights below or read the full article…
Triax Technologies Offers Strategies for Leveraging IoT to Increase Productivity, Attract Millennials NORWALK, Conn., Aug. 29, 2017 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of wearable technology for jobsite connectivity and worker safety, today shared strategies for helping construction, the…
Emerging technologies can enable facilities to be managed better, safer, and faster than ever before. But how do you choose a technology that’s most effective for a given application? Triax’s Chad Hollingsworth identifies the key questions to ask when conducting…
Construction Junkie’s Shane Hedman covered Spot-r’s two-way integration with Procore. Read highlights below or click here for the original article. Spot-r, developed by Triax Technologies, Inc, is a safety and tracking device that clips to each worker’s belt loop. The…
Spot-r by Triax and Procore’s two-way integration was featured on Construction Dive. Check out their key takeaway below and click here to read the full article. “Triax and Procore focus on interoperability for worker-tracking tech” by Hallie Busta The challenge to…
Two-Way Integration Streamlines Data Collection, Analysis for Construction NORWALK, Conn., Aug. 1, 2017 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of wearable technology for jobsite connectivity and workplace safety, today announced a two-way integration between its flagship Spot-r system and Procore,…
Triax Co-Founder, Chad Hollingsworth, spoke with The Jobsite’s Megan Headley about Spot-r by Triax, worker feedback and the ripple effect on construction sites. Check out highlights below or read the full article here. One of the keys to this data,…
Triax’s Chief Operating Officer, Pete Schermerhorn, spoke with Michael Fitzpatrick from Leader’s Edge Magazine about Spot-r’s robust safety features, which adds value at all levels of the construction chain. Read highlights from the Q & A below and check out…
Triax’s COO, Pete Schermerhorn, spoke with Sam Boyer from Business Insurance about available and emerging wearable technologies that can better manage construction job site risks and incidents – and the insurance benefits this brings. Read highlights below and click here…
Triax’s COO, Peter Schermerhorn, spoke with Steve Goldberg from HfS about the new “power tool” in workforce management: IoT. The construction industry pays more than twice the national average for workers’ compensation insurance, and U.S. construction companies pay out $1 billion…
Construction professionals from across the country are attending JBKnowledge’s 2017 ConTech Roadshows for a can’t-miss networking opportunity. The ConTech Roadshow is a technology conference for the everyday builder to network with general contractors and subcontractors in their area and learn…
Triax’s President, Chad Hollingsworth, spoke with Megan Headley from American Painting Contractor, about keeping workers safe on the job via wearable technology. Check out highlights below and read the full article here. “Could IoT-Based Wearables Improve Your Job Site’s Safety?” via American Painting…
Session to Feature Insights, Safety Best Practices from Today’s Connected Jobsites NORWALK, Conn., July 17, 2017 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of technology for construction site connectivity, today announced that its president, Chad Hollingsworth, will discuss wearable technology’s…
CADD Microsystems’ Jeff Gravatte writes about the “improbable ideas” and “outstanding products” that he saw at ENR’s Annual FutureTech conference in San Francisco, including Spot-r by Triax. Having attended the conference since its inception in 2010, Jeff was amazed how…
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Courtney Linder investigates wearable technology, including Spot-r by Triax, that can save lives and dollars in the construction industry. According to McKinsey Global Institute, construction remains one of the least digitized industries in the world, and even…
The Internet of Things (IoT) is increasing construction industry connectivity that drives communication, improves scheduling, optimizes efficiency, monitors working conditions, and compiles the information needed to build smarter and safer. BuiltWorlds looks at three IoT technologies, including Spot-r. Read higlights…
Triax president and co-founder, Chad Hollingsworth, joined the ConTechTrio from the AEM booth for a LIVE podcast from the CONEXPO show. Listen here: Listen to “CTT at AEM 11 Interview with Chad Hollingsworth from @TriaxSpotr at #CONEXPOCONAGG” on Spreaker. Related:…
Builder Online covered Spot-r by Triax’s formal launch. Read highlights below and click here for the full article. “IoT-based sensor alerts supervisors to falls, injury, or other incidents in real time” By Lauren Shanesy In an effort to make jobsites safer,…
Engineering News-Record’s Jeff Rubenstone featured Spot-r by Triax in their Q2 Tech Update on connecting the challenging construction jobsite. Read highlights below and the full article here. “Now that we’re collecting data on a larger scale, we’re starting to see…
First-of-its-Kind Connected Worksite Solution Provides Alerts, Data-Driven Insight to Mitigate Risk, Improve Operations NORWALK, Conn., May 23, 2017 – Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of wearable technology for construction site connectivity, today launched its new Spot-r networked technology, providing realtime, data-driven visibility…
Triax’s President and Co-Founder, Chad Hollingsworth, joined the ConTechTrio podcast to discuss Spot-r by Triax, our IoT-enabled solution that is connecting the jobsite to drive safety and productivity forward. Listen here: Listen to “ConTechTrio 68: Tracking Tech for Construction with…
CRE Tech, focused on Construction Real Estate Technology, attended the 2017 BuiltWorlds Summit in Chicago. Read why Spot-r’s wearable sensors and mobile dashboard are one of CRE Tech’s 3 takeaways from the event here. “Increasingly complex buildings and the jobsites…
Construction is among the least digitized industries, second only to agriculture & hunting. At the BuiltWorlds Summit 2017 in Chicago, thought leaders from the architecture, engineering and construction industries gathered to discuss innovative and emerging technologies to improve productivity and…
Triax’s President and Co-Founder spoke with John Greene from World Risk and Insurance News TV about Spot-r by Triax. By logging site incidents and interpreting risky behavioral trends, Spot-r supports improved safety, protects against fraudulent claims and mitigates risk. Via Wearable Technologies…
Triax’s COO, Pete Schermerhonr, sat down with Tom Sawyer, Deputy Editor at ENR, at CONEXPO in Las Vegas to discuss the Spot-r system. Watch the interview below:
Great interview on this week’s ConTechTrio podcast with James Benham, Josh Bone and Rob McKinney featuring Spot-r by Triax and the latest in construction tech news. Listen here: Listen to “ConTechTrio 62 Tracking Changes in BIM with Christian Proulx @ChrisP_02 @BIMTrack & @TriaxSpotr”…
Co-Founder and President, Chad Hollingsworth, recently sat down with BuiltWorlds to discuss our wearable sensor platform for mobilizing worker safety and preventing the #1 cause of deaths on construction sites: Read the original BuiltWorlds article here.
Exciting start to 2017, as Spot-r is included in the top six wearable devices that contractors should have in their “wearable toolbox” in order to leverage devices for safety at the construction jobsite: “Top 6 Wearables for Safety at the…
Construction Dive Tech featured the release of Spot-r by Triax in their November 16th newsletter: “Triax Technologies develops belt clip to track, report worker safety data” A new belt-clipped sensor from Triax Technologies reports worker movement data to the cloud…
Thrilled to see Spot-r by Triax in the November 7/14 issue of Engineering News-Record. Read highlights from the article below and watch our system in action here. “Belt Clip Tracks Workers, Logs Safety Incidents to the Cloud” by Jeff Rubenstone Managing jobsites…
