TRENDS AND PRODUCTS TO HELP ON THE JOBSITE

DRONES

WHY SHOULD YOU USE A DRONE?

SO WHAT IS A DRONE?

A drone that is used for construction purposes is a drone that is equipped with camera technology that collects survey data.

Drones are being used by public agencies, mapping firms, and construction firms.

In the next 4 years, it would be common for 40% of businesses to use drones.

Drones can:

• Obtain real time job progress

• Identify hazards or quality issues

• Help acquire other useful

information

Drones are cost-effective and time-efficient.

3D PRINTER

The capabilities of 3D printers are revolutionizing and inspiring constructors across the world.

HOW DO 3D PRINTERS WORK?The 3D printers use oversized printers that contain a special concrete mixture that is thicker than regular concrete so that it sets on its own.

This process will be cost effective and could lower housing costs because the printer uses less material by leaving the inside hollow.

3D printing is environmentally friendly because recycled products can be used for the construction materials in the printer.

GO PAPERLESS

Companies are already ditching paper by using construction management software.

By choosing to not use paper on the job sit, you will save money. The average company that switched to online management saved up to $5,000 each year.

Increase your mobility, productivity, and data collection by using data management software like:

• Dropbox

• Google Drive

•Microsoft One Drive

• Box.com

KEEP GOING GREEN

Green building is both trendy and cost-effective. Close to 48% of new nonresidential projects with be green.

Companies are using green construction management software, like Green Wizard and Autodesk Green Building, to ensure they are being eco-conscious for their customers.

SHARING EQUIPMENT

The new trend of sharing equipment between construction companies has a few followers already.

With companies following the EPA’s initiative to get rid of Tier IV machinery, more and more companies are choosing to rent or lease equipment rather than buying.

SPEC ON THE JOB

HELPING TO BUILD YOUR QUALITY WORKFORCE