Are you worried about communicating exactly what you want to your construction partner? There are many ways that technology is helping commercial clients get just what they want without inflating costs, and it starts with hiring a partner experienced in building the kind of structure you’re envisioning.
As for how they do it, today’s builders leverage many methods that not too long ago seemed hard to imagine:
- Drones to get a bird’s eye view of sites
- 3D Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology for better designs
- Robotics to produce parts with precision
- Data analytics to streamline processes and save time
- AI to communicate workflow information
It’s fair to say that newer technologies are revolutionizing the world of commercial construction. But keep in mind, it takes a company that regularly practices the latest building methods to produce both the results and the cost-efficiency you want.
From Recycled Concrete to Carbon Fiber: Recycled Materials in Construction
One way to keep costs down is through recycling, and technology is making it much easier to reuse materials at scale to improve the building process. The application of carbon fiber is a perfect example of this, which builders commonly use to boost structural load capacities – for example, by wrapping concrete slabs in carbon fiber to strengthen them. Recycling concrete has always been an aspect of construction, but this too is done more accurately and quickly with the use of more modern recycling systems.
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Software Programs
Computer-aided design (CAD) platforms have revolutionized the design process by generating designs with great accuracy. These programs aren’t just used to produce more accurate construction plans, although that is certainly a plus. The software programs also enable builders to incorporate topographic considerations, area traffic, environmental concerns and other vital issues in their planning. It’s safe to say every aspect of construction is aided by software that does a range of things:
- Analyze conditions to meet your building needs
- Show your engineers how to build parts from different angles
- Improve how you analyze results and modify them to fit with your design
- Boost the overall productivity of your engineering team
- Develop a project database for reference
Much of the technology helps contractors convey images and ideas better, and 3D software isn’t the only modern way of doing so. Virtual reality and numerous other tools are being used by construction companies to engage clients and communicate their plans more successfully.
Biometric Sensors and Other Smart Tools That Improve Site Conditions
Sensor technology has broad applications in many areas of construction, too. One important use of sensor technology is its ability to automate the collection of information from the job site and use it to process data. Because it can be used to forecast issues that may arise, sensor technology can also be effective as a prevention tool in the construction planning stage.
On-site safety is one of the highest considerations of any construction project. Being a contractor often means keeping an eye on activities around you with little more than a hard hat as protection. Therefore, tools that use sensor technology are being incorporated to prevent accidents, monitor the wellbeing of workers, and track the location of materials on site. Something as simple as hard hats with sensors can help workers move around sites with increased safety while monitoring their health to determine whether they are in the presence of hazardous materials.
Consult with W. A. RANDOLPH, INC., on Your Next Construction Project
At W. A. RANDOLPH, INC., using the latest construction technology to monitor projects helps us avoid mistakes as well as complete work with expediency. But we never lost sight of the basics. We are a highly collaborative group that keeps our clients in the loop to produce superior results.
Contact W. A. RANDOLPH, INC. today for a free consultation to find out more about how we can use the latest industry technology to your advantage.
