Builder Magazine: Technology

Futurist Says Technology Will Impact the Housing Market, One Way or the Other

Thu, 16 May 2013 03:05:24 EST

MIT’s Andrew McAfee fears that as machines get smarter and more agile, they could potentially destabilize the economy.

BUILDER Tech Tip: 4 Apps for the Virtual Tool Belt

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:59:33 EST

Our phones have more processing power than desktop PCs did a few years ago. As a result, builders are ditching their tool belts and downloading some of the most powerful tools on their devices.

Scientists Create Warm-White LED

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:03:41 EST

Scientists in Georgia believe they have warmed up the cold solid-state lighting that we've become accustomed to.

An App to Streamline Blueprint Sharing

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 02:49:26 EST

Fast and intuitive, the PlanGrid app allows teams to annotate and share plans seamlessly.

Codes And Standards Lean Toward Better Hot Water Delivery

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 11:28:21 EST

A demand-control pump that owners is one key saving water and energy.

Mobile Apps: Hunter Panels

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:28:16 EST

Hunter's Xci polyiso roof insulation panels can be combined into various NFPA-approved wall assemblies using the company’s mobile platform.

Mobile Apps: DuPont

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 05:34:16 EST

Browse DuPont’s inventory of Corian-brand solid surfaces and Zodiaq-brand quartz surfaces on the go.

Mobile Apps: DesignEasy

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:31:46 EST

Determine allowable joist and rafter spans for most major species of structural-grade lumber.

Mobile Apps: Cascade Hardwood

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:23:51 EST

Hardwood lumber buyers and distributors can use Cascade’s iPad app to match grade to application, filtering by length, width, and board and lumber type.

Mobile Apps: ATAS International

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:23:10 EST

The metal roofing and wall-panel maker loaded its product catalog onto an iPad app that includes specs as well as product-installation images. The app links to the company’s website, offering additional product resources such as drawings, spec data, and load tables.

Mobile Apps: Tamko Building Products

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:30:57 EST

Use Tamko’s Shingle Styles app to help customers visualize the company’s product on their roofs using preloaded applications shots.

Mobile Apps: BASF Flooring

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:23:34 EST

Access product specs for carpet, wood, ceramic tile, and resilient flooring on your iPhone with BASF’s Installation Solutions app.

Mobile Apps: MicroAssignments' BeamBuddy

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:29:02 EST

Troubleshoot and generate load reports on the go using BeamBuddy's database of information on glulam, LSL, laminated veneer lumber, and PSL, as well as 32 loading conditions.

Mobile Apps: The American Wood Council

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:31:21 EST

Calculate span for all species and grades of commercially available softwood and hardwood lumber and compare their performances.

Mobile Apps: Simpson Strong-Tie

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:30:07 EST

Find the nearest Simpson Strong-Tie products dealer with the fastener maker’s Dealer Locator app.

Mobile Apps: Cox Industries

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:26:57 EST

Compare wood preservation treatments, warranties, and design specs using Cox’s mobile Bookshelf.

Mobile Apps: Epicor

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:25:52 EST

The global software retailer developed a mobile module for its sales system, allowing reps whose firms use its software to view inventory, pricing, product availability, and other customer data in real-time.

Mobile Apps: Pella Windows and Doors

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:29:37 EST

View images, videos, and technical specs for Pella's window and door products.

Mobile Apps: Kwikset

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:28:35 EST

Help customers determine the appropriate type and quantity of door hardware for their project with Kwikset’s Smart Security tool.

Mobile Apps: Construction Instruction

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:24:34 EST

A team of building science experts compiled installation animations, videos, and product specs for hundreds of building products in an app that can be searched by manufacturer name, brand, or product category.