Construction Shines Via Tech
Every year, I’m reminded just how fast this industry is moving—and how many brilliant minds are working behind the scenes to push construction into its next chapter. The Constructech Top Products 2026 Awards are more than a list of technologies. They’re a snapshot of where we are, and a signal of where we’re headed.
Quantum Shore Chicago is set to completely transform the lakefront where I used to call home. If you grew up in or near Chicago, you know the city was once the site of many steel mills. Now, it is being reimagined with a greater focus on technological innovation, namely quantum.
Once the site of steel mills that built this nation’s bridges and skyscrapers, today the area of Chicago is being reimagined to forge new ideas and industries that will shape the forefront of technology for decades to come.
Laura’s Blog:
The Future of Concrete and Construction
If you walked the show floor at World of Concrete 2026, then you know infrastructure investment—and the associated technologies, tools, and equipment—will drive innovative change in the construction industry. The show floor reflected an industry actively reinventing itself. From heavy equipment and power tools to robotics and digital workflows, the dominant themes this year were productivity, automation, and readiness for the next decade of growth.
Let’s explore a few key trends to note.
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