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Operator of an online marketplace designed for contractors to buy and sell used heavy equipment. The company's business-to-business platform allows equipment owners to list their equipment availability and buyers to compare prices and select the required equipment from several listed contractors with financing options, enabling construction companies and contractors to buy, sell or rent heavy equipment with ease.

Rugged Robotics Inc. designs and develops robotic platforms for commercial construction industries. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Houston, Texas.

Developer of artificial intelligence application designed to convert images of interior structures into detailed lists of conditions, measurements, materials, and technical drawings/CAD models. The company's platform leverages A.I. to detect materials, respective surface areas, and architectural and spatial data from just a simple picture, enabling insurers, lenders, and maintenance managers to make informed decisions about their real estate structures.

Canvas, founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development and manufacturing of construction machinery, particularly focused on robotics technology. The company's innovative products aim to enhance the construction of infrastructure by transforming processes such as dry-wall finishing. By delivering robotic solutions to skilled workers, Canvas enables construction companies to reduce costs while also improving working conditions for laborers. This approach not only increases efficiency in building projects but also aligns with the goal of making construction work more affordable and sustainable.

Branch Technology, Inc. is a Chattanooga, Tennessee-based company specializing in cellular fabrication technology through advanced 3D printing. Founded in 2014 by Christopher W. Weller and Platt Boyd, the company focuses on creating innovative architectural components such as decorative walls, non-loadbearing interior partitions, ceilings, and furniture. Utilizing proprietary algorithms, Branch Technology constructs complex geometries in open spaces without the need for support materials or highly controlled environments. This unique approach allows for the development of structures that traditional construction methods cannot achieve, resulting in cost-effective designs with improved material strength, reduced energy consumption, and enhanced job site efficiency.

Canvas, founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development and manufacturing of construction machinery, particularly focused on robotics technology. The company's innovative products aim to enhance the construction of infrastructure by transforming processes such as dry-wall finishing. By delivering robotic solutions to skilled workers, Canvas enables construction companies to reduce costs while also improving working conditions for laborers. This approach not only increases efficiency in building projects but also aligns with the goal of making construction work more affordable and sustainable.

Trade Hounds, Inc. develops and operates a mobile application software for construction workers. It offers Trade Hounds , an app for skilled tradesmen and construction workers to share their work, connect with other skilled tradesmen, build their work profile, and search for advice and tips to improve their craft. Trade Hounds, Inc. was formerly known as subease, Inc. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Fieldwire is a field management platform designed for the construction industry, enabling professionals to efficiently manage job sites through effective communication and collaboration. Used by construction companies of all sizes, the platform supports over 500,000 projects globally. Its user-friendly mobile application streamlines tasks by saving each user an average of one hour each day through improved information sharing on-site. Key features of Fieldwire include plan viewing, task management, issue tracking, and reporting, all accessible from a single interface. The platform allows construction foremen, superintendents, contractors, and engineers to access vital information such as drawings and files directly from the job site, enhancing operational efficiency and organization. Backed by venture capital, Fieldwire is transforming communication and collaboration within dispersed construction teams.

BuildingConnected, Inc. operates a cloud-based construction communication platform that facilitates bid procurement and management for the construction industry. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, the platform allows users to find and communicate with general contractors and subcontractors, send invitations to bid, and share project-related documents. It enhances collaboration by enabling networking among construction professionals and provides tools for searching and rating potential bidders. In addition to bid management, BuildingConnected offers performance analytics and integrated cloud storage, helping users manage bids more efficiently and track opportunities throughout the pre-construction phase. The company has been a subsidiary of Autodesk since January 2019.

Rhumbix, Inc. develops and delivers a mobile platform for construction field supervision to ensure crews have the materials, tools, equipment, and approved drawings to complete the day’s work. Its platform allows information flow upwards through mobile tools designed for the craft workforce, captures accurate data from the field in real-time, and provides project managers with data-driven insights to improve site safety and labor productivity, as well as empowers foremen and work crews by providing daily feedback on performance. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

HoloBuilder Inc., based in San Francisco, is a construction technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence-driven software solutions for documenting construction site progress. Founded in 2015, HoloBuilder offers a web-based platform that leverages 360° imagery, computer vision, and virtual reality to provide comprehensive documentation and project management tools. The platform integrates seamlessly with Autodesk BIM 360, allowing users to capture and organize construction progress through photos linked to specific locations and times. This subscription-based service enables construction professionals, engineers, and clients to virtually visit project sites at any time, enhancing oversight and decision-making. HoloBuilder's technology is utilized by many of the largest general contractors in the United States, demonstrating its significant impact on the construction industry. The company has attracted investment from various venture capital firms, positioning itself as a leader in construction documentation solutions.

Concrete Sensors is a manufacturer of wireless sensors that provide real-time data on concrete curing processes, enabling general contractors to make informed decisions. Founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company specializes in embedded sensors that analyze concrete as it cures, reporting critical metrics such as strength, temperature, and relative humidity. Utilizing established methods and a comprehensive library of concrete mixes, the sensors offer mobile access to data, allowing users to monitor whether the curing conditions are suitable, determine the optimal time to remove forms, and assess when to proceed with subsequent work. This technology aids in ensuring the integrity and quality of concrete structures, streamlining construction operations.

ManufactOn offers a cloud-based construction management software that focuses on prefab production and supply chain management for the construction industry. The platform provides tools that enable general contractors to manage construction materials and offsite production, as well as onsite installation. With its modular approach, ManufactOn allows users to track and oversee material and prefab processes across projects, shops, or companies, facilitating real-time project monitoring. The company is composed of experienced professionals from the architecture, engineering, and construction sectors, committed to enhancing efficiency and usability in construction practices.

BuildingConnected, Inc. operates a cloud-based construction communication platform that facilitates bid procurement and management for the construction industry. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, the platform allows users to find and communicate with general contractors and subcontractors, send invitations to bid, and share project-related documents. It enhances collaboration by enabling networking among construction professionals and provides tools for searching and rating potential bidders. In addition to bid management, BuildingConnected offers performance analytics and integrated cloud storage, helping users manage bids more efficiently and track opportunities throughout the pre-construction phase. The company has been a subsidiary of Autodesk since January 2019.

Fieldwire is a field management platform designed for the construction industry, enabling professionals to efficiently manage job sites through effective communication and collaboration. Used by construction companies of all sizes, the platform supports over 500,000 projects globally. Its user-friendly mobile application streamlines tasks by saving each user an average of one hour each day through improved information sharing on-site. Key features of Fieldwire include plan viewing, task management, issue tracking, and reporting, all accessible from a single interface. The platform allows construction foremen, superintendents, contractors, and engineers to access vital information such as drawings and files directly from the job site, enhancing operational efficiency and organization. Backed by venture capital, Fieldwire is transforming communication and collaboration within dispersed construction teams.

ALICE empowers construction engineering and management professionals with modern AI and Optimization techniques. Its software automatically produces detailed schedules and resource allocations, which accurately estimate the cost and time frame for a project. Users understand the construction process through an interactive visualization, and can quickly tweak or modify a schedule to reflect the shifting realities of the construction cycle. It is born out of research at Stanford by a collaborative effort between experienced construction managers, software engineers, and computational methods specialists. ALICE enhances construction planning and scheduling abilities to help keep crews flowing on any size project. It works directly with 3D BIM and using a simple rule-based system, it explores millions of different schedule sequences and gives teams the power to answer “What If?” scenarios and completely reschedule in just minutes. It was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.

Rhumbix, Inc. develops and delivers a mobile platform for construction field supervision to ensure crews have the materials, tools, equipment, and approved drawings to complete the day’s work. Its platform allows information flow upwards through mobile tools designed for the craft workforce, captures accurate data from the field in real-time, and provides project managers with data-driven insights to improve site safety and labor productivity, as well as empowers foremen and work crews by providing daily feedback on performance. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

HoloBuilder Inc., based in San Francisco, is a construction technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence-driven software solutions for documenting construction site progress. Founded in 2015, HoloBuilder offers a web-based platform that leverages 360° imagery, computer vision, and virtual reality to provide comprehensive documentation and project management tools. The platform integrates seamlessly with Autodesk BIM 360, allowing users to capture and organize construction progress through photos linked to specific locations and times. This subscription-based service enables construction professionals, engineers, and clients to virtually visit project sites at any time, enhancing oversight and decision-making. HoloBuilder's technology is utilized by many of the largest general contractors in the United States, demonstrating its significant impact on the construction industry. The company has attracted investment from various venture capital firms, positioning itself as a leader in construction documentation solutions.

BuildingConnected, Inc. operates a cloud-based construction communication platform that facilitates bid procurement and management for the construction industry. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, the platform allows users to find and communicate with general contractors and subcontractors, send invitations to bid, and share project-related documents. It enhances collaboration by enabling networking among construction professionals and provides tools for searching and rating potential bidders. In addition to bid management, BuildingConnected offers performance analytics and integrated cloud storage, helping users manage bids more efficiently and track opportunities throughout the pre-construction phase. The company has been a subsidiary of Autodesk since January 2019.