Buildex 2023 D2E3 | AI Applications in Construction Robotics, Documentation Review & Design with Russell Hixson, Editor at SiteNews | EP74

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Day 2 Episode 3 | In this episode, live from the tradeshow floor at Buildex 2023, James and Christian are joined by Russell Hixson from SiteNews. 

They quickly jump into the fascinating world of AI and machine learning in construction, particularly as it relates to robotics applications. They discuss the latest advancements in this field, including how critical contract and documentation reviews could be streamlined through the use of these technologies. They also explore how AI can aid in the future designs of buildings and drawing coordination, making construction processes more efficient and cost-effective. Plus, they take a random tangent into the topic of unidentified flying objects and throw out some hilarious, and serious, theories around the recent "Balloon" saga. Tune in to this enlightening episode to learn more about the intersection of technology and construction.

Russell Hixson is an award-winning investigative journalist who spent the early parts of his career doing crime and court reporting in the U.S. before stumbling into covering Canada’s construction sector. He spent eight years writing for the Journal of Commerce, where he became well-versed in the industry and its issues. He’s covered the federal budget from Ottawa and documented the early impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic while locked down in his bedroom. Hixson has developed a passion for the construction industry and seeks to convert others by sharing its stories through SiteNews. When he’s not writing stories, the East Vancouver resident enjoys kayaking, skateboarding and avoiding the neighbourhood skunks.

SiteNews is the modern voice of Canadian Construction and the pulse of what’s really happening in the industry—reporting, informing & inspiring in real-time.


EPISODE LINKS:
Russell Hixson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-hixson-a8082572/
SiteNews Website: https://readsitenews.com/
SiteNews LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/site-news/
SiteNews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readsitenews/
SiteNews Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReadSiteNews

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the Site Visit on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-site-visit/id1456494446
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