Buildroid expands to U.S. sites with $2M funding, Cloudastructure deploys AI security enclosures

Snapshot

Buildroid expands to U.S. sites with $2M funding, Cloudastructure deploys AI security enclosures, WES-Tec converts waste plastic to construction blocks.

New Innovations and Partnerships

Buildroid brings simulation-first robotics platform to U.S. construction sites: Buildroid announces U.S. deployments for its robotics-as-a-service platform in Q1 2026 after $2 million pre-seed funding. (therobotreport.com)

Cloudastructure launches powered security enclosure for construction sites: Cloudastructure announces the launch of a new AI-powered security enclosure, featuring multi-site deployment with a national construction firm across four locations. (manilatimes.net)

WES-Tec Global converts waste plastic into coastal defense blocks: ECOCCUBE converts unsorted waste plastic into construction blocks with 26.4 MPa compressive strength for shoreline reinforcement and flood infrastructure, reducing 2.99 kg CO2 per kilogram of material. (interestingengineering.com)

Smart building monitoring solution utilizes LoRaWAN technology: InHand Networks' EC312-LoRaWAN gateway enables wireless monitoring of temperature, water leakage, and building access without cabling, cutting deployment costs through low-power sensor networks. (newschannelnebraska.com)

Opinions

Study explores sustainable materials in Lebanese construction: A new study shows critical success factors for integrating sustainable materials in Lebanon's construction sector, highlighting barriers and potential solutions. (frontiersin.org)