PHOENIX, AZ — Hensel Phelps has officially opened the Diverge Innovation Center, a hub designed to advance construction technology and foster cross-industry collaboration. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, the Innovation Center welcomed industry clients, trade partners, academia, tech solution partners, and Hensel Phelps employees with live demonstrations and interactive tours showcasing the future of the Innovation Center.
The Diverge Innovation Center highlights Hensel Phelps' commitment to safety, efficiency, and sustainability through the adoption of emerging technologies. Visitors experienced innovative safety solutions, 3D printing, robotics, wearables, and digital platforms actively transforming project delivery.
"Diverge is rethinking innovation on a global scale through dynamic collaboration with clients, cross-industry partners, and employees," said Thai Nguyen, Director of Innovation at Diverge. "Our Innovation Center is more than a showcase. It's a launchpad where clients, partners, and emerging technology companies come together to transform how we build."
During the grand opening celebration, guests stepped into an active job site environment to experience technologies firsthand. Highlights included large-scale 3D printing by Alquist3D, humanoid robotics from UCR, and next-generation safety innovations from Hardhat Robotics. The center showcases Diverge's structured innovation strategy — sourcing opportunities for innovation from everyday innovators, partnering with a network of solution providers, collaborating with academic partners, piloting solutions in real-world projects, and scaling successful innovations across operations.
The event featured special guest speakers, including Victoria Thomas, Owner of Kellymoss Motorsports, and professional racer Loni Unser, who shared perspectives on performance, resilience, and innovation in motorsports. Tom Goodwin, Founder of All We Have Is Now and author of "Digital Darwinism," provided attendees with a forward-looking take on how disruptive technologies are reshaping industries.
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Adding to the celebration, an expert panel on open innovation brought together thought leaders to discuss what it means to be an "everyday innovator" at Diverge — emphasizing that innovation is not limited to technology, but is enhanced by mindset, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all roles.
