The lack of young talent entering the construction industry and an exodus of veteran operators retiring or moving to a different career have created a shortage of experienced, skilled labor. Quality ...

The pace of innovation continues at an exponential rate. “In the past couple of years, we have seen tremendous growth in the adoption of machine grade control solutions,” says Sean Mairet, product ...

Researchers at Empa have developed machine learning algorithms that reduce preliminary testing in laser-based metal additive manufacturing by about two-thirds without compromising quality. Using ...

C. Jason Smith, Ph.D. Nowadays, we call them the good old days. You remember – when jobs were predominately straight forward, and practically all job site problems could be cured with simple, common ...

No audio available for this content. Building a solid foundation for any construction requires that the ground be adequately compacted and leveled. Construction workers and contractors operating ...

A new patent application from GE/Concept Laser proposes tighter real time control over laser energy in powder bed fusion ...

MC-Mobile is a portable machine control solution for compact excavators, skid steer loaders, and compact track loaders. Based on the Topcon MC-X machine control platform, MC-Mobile enables an operator ...

The laser engraving landscape in 2026 is defined by a fusion of traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge AI, with LightBurn 2.0 and its 2.1 release candidates leading the charge. Makers are no ...

Laser engraving uses a powerful beam of light to create detailed designs on various materials. The laser works by vaporizing the surface layer, leaving behind precise and lasting marks or etchings.