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Artificial intelligence is one of the most important technological innovations for contractors this year. The Consumer Electronics Show 2025 held in Las Vegas last week proved that it is also a key focus for those in other industries.
Although experts believe that it is imperative that builders stay up-to-date and Add new AI offers carefully in their technology stacks, is not the only innovation that contractors should focus on. Autonomous equipment, 3D mapping and even electric machines also have benefits for builders.
Here are five construction-related technologies that stood out at CES 2025.
caterpillar
Irving, Texas-based Caterpillar displayed its 55,000-pound 972 wheel loader, an extended-range electrified machine. technical demonstrator of a hybrid adaptationaccording to a press release from the manufacturer.
The battery electric demonstrator, built in 12 weeks by a small group of engineers, maintains performance similar to that of a diesel machine and does not require direct current charging, according to the release.
Caterpillar also displayed a 24-hour electrified workplace simulation, which shows what customers are already using on the job, according to the release.
Oshkosh Corp.
He exhibited Oshkosh Corp., the manufacturer based in the Wisconsin city of the same name solutions for electrification, AI, autonomy and connectivity for “everyday heroes” in industries and service-oriented roles, according to a press release.
Oshkosh unveiled the ZFL, an electric front-loading truck for commercial waste and recycling collection, according to the release. It features AI and machine learning-enabled container detection, along with pollutant detection and an electrified pick-up arm.
It also showed off its Collision Avoidance Mitigation System, which detects the trajectory, speed and proximity of oncoming vehicles in relation to a parked response vehicle by using advanced camera technology with intelligent artificial intelligence, advanced autonomous driving sensors and radar, according to the statement.
Komatsu
Earth isn’t the only frontier some CES exhibitors focused on: Tokyo-based manufacturer Komatsu has its eyes on the moon.
Komatsu showcased concepts of both a lunar excavator and an underwater construction robot at CES, focusing on meet the needs of customers in extreme applicationsaccording to a press release.
In order for the lunar excavator to work as intended, the design team is taking into account the harsh environment, lunar regolith, also known as moon dust, and low-gravity operation, according to the website of the company
The underwater excavator, on the other hand, will allow companies to perform autonomous work in deep sea areas and dangerous waters, according to the website.
John Deere
Moline, Illinois-based John Deere has expanded its selection of autonomous technology that it originally introduced at CES 2022, increasing its selection of machinery availableaccording to a press release.
The manufacturer revealed its 460 P-Tier autonomous articulated dump truck. Using the second-generation autonomous kit, the ADT can handle the repetitive tasks of transporting material around the quarry, without the need for a driver in the cab.
The machines, including the ADT, are managed through John Deere Operations Center Mobile, the company’s cloud-based platform that users can download to their phones, according to the release. Sliding from left to right to start, the machine can be started once the operators place it in the right place.
Measure
Computer and electronics maker Moasure’s tool, a 2025 CES Innovation Awards honoree, was recognized for its measuring deviceMoasure 2 Pro, the company said in a press release.
Moasure 2 Pro uses high performance sensors to capture X, Y and Z axis data while moving, according to the CES award page. Simultaneously measure and draw complex and irregular jobsites and automatically calculate perimeter, area, elevation and volume. The new technology design mode simplifies the setup process by guiding the user to the specified points.
Once Moasure is connected to Bluetooth, customers can export measurements to PDF or CAD files at no additional cost, according to the awards page.
