There’s an economic downturn coming. Signs show economic growth is cooling off, and it’s time to batten down the hatches of your small business and prepare for tough times ahead. If you are in a recession-proof business like beverage alcohol…
The First 3D Printed House Will Be Built In Amsterdam
Back in 2012, two technologies emerged that promised to build homes in less than 24 hours using a 3D printer. Since then, both Contour Crafting and 3D concrete printing have made progress, but not enough to print a house in…
South African Mall Collapses, Causing Injuries
On Tuesday, horror struck when the roof of a South African shopping mall located in Tongaat (20 miles north of Durban) that was under construction collapsed. Massive rescue efforts involving police, countless rescue teams, sniffer dogs, and even spotlights were…
San Francisco Bay Bridge Construction Remains on Schedule
SF Bay Bridge is getting a makeover this Labor Day weekend as crews working on all things construction on the bridge. A “much more picturesque ride” awaits motorists in San Francisco on Tuesday, but say goodbye to the old East…
Check Out Pittsburg State’s Massive Tablet
For the past few years, all technology has been racing to become the smallest device in its class. Now we’re heading back up again with companies trying to make the biggest phone and tablet. Well, I hate to break it…
Dutch Architect Plans To Build The First 3D Printed House By 2014
The 3D printed house has been a pipe dream for many years as engineers and architects think of ways to make 3D printers big enough to handle such a task. There have been some important breakthroughs over the years, but…
Build Your Own 3D Printer With A 3D Printer
I think we have established that 3D printers are awesome. From organs and houses to guns and drugs, 3D printers are the future. Of course, you now want a 3D printer of your very own, but you don’t know where…
Your Next Home May Be Constructed With A 3D Printer
I’m a believer. 3D printing is going to change everything from how we create to how we consume. Once they become more affordable, you’re going to see people printing everything from new toys to new livers. Of course, 3D printers…
Impaled at WTC: Construction Worker Falls Onto Metal Rod
Impaled at WTC: Going forward, whenever people ask me why I’m extremely terrified of heights, I’ll simply show them this article. A 37 year-old construction worker at the site fell about six feet before landing on a two-inch thick piece…