Construction is becoming one of the most technologically advanced industries over time. From safety training and accident prevention to assisting in the construction process through virtual reality, technology is truly contributing to the construction industry.
The role of technology in solving supply problems
Construction time and material costs are key aspects of every project. If a business is not properly planned, the more unsuccessful the profit will be. Worse, when mistakes are made, wasted materials and overtime cost the company.
Technology is helping construction sites with this. With procurement technology evolving every day, new cloud-based, analytics-based, mobile procurement options are becoming available to ensure materials are procured and projects are completed seamlessly.
The time factor
When planning a project, there can be hundreds of visits, meetings, and plan changes. All of this takes time and money, and in the construction industry, these are valuable assets. What if automated measurements could be taken instead of three or four different measurements resulting in false data? Or if project managers could see prospective project revisions simply by overlaying the existing structure?
A product of the latest technology, a number of online platforms offer a number of options that facilitate the above difficult situations. Available both offline and online, you no longer need to visit the office in the middle of your work day. Apart from accessibility, the platforms also have unlimited data storage which makes file uploads hassle-free.
Virtual Reality
Virtual Reality (VR) is a virtual information overlay that adds to a person’s view of the real world. Using a VR-capable smartphone or tablet, construction professionals can instantly view the work area with details superimposed on the image. VR technology also helps construction workers: they can preview potential design changes before adopting them directly on the job site.
Field management software solutions can make the process even easier: you can add new ones on top of old ones. These types of platforms also make it easy to compare and/or use all versions at any time.
Environmental Impact Review
Construction waste, fuel, waste and travel requirements are not considered environmentally friendly. It is not difficult to imagine the damage to the environment caused by heavy machinery working non-stop for weeks, garbage cans full of construction materials and construction material waste left in the area. New technologically advanced equipment is used to optimize production operations, which reduces waste and increases efficiency over time. One of the key areas expected to fundamentally change construction with the introduction of this technology is project management. Everything from the planning of this equipment to the improvement of the design is the future of construction.
Security Events
When it comes to construction site safety, technology is helping the construction industry. It is possible to improve workplace safety by gathering information, quickly adapting to surrounding conditions and warning of potential hazards. Smart wearable uniforms are highly compatible with both the worker’s body and the environment.Smart hats and smart boots monitor the worker and the area around them to prevent accidents and collisions with machinery. There are smartwatches and hundreds of other wearable safety features that monitor workers’ health to prevent overheating. Top picks in wearable technologies in construction safety are smart helmets, smart glasses, bionic suits, smart work boots, smart safety vests, and wearable belt sensors to report slips, trips, and falls.
Tracking of equipment and material on and off the construction site
It is estimated that between 300 million and 1 billion cases of theft of construction equipment and materials from work sites occur each year. This number does not include tools stolen from the work area, so the actual number is much higher.Drones have already had a significant impact on the construction industry, and their impact is expected to increase in the coming year. Processing costs can be reduced by using small, camera-mounted flying drones. If no one is working, workplaces are prone to theft of supplies and equipment, but drones can monitor the area, especially when no one is around.