Integrating 3D Models With Machine Control Systems for Precision Excavation
3D models are some of the most useful and versatile tools to have access to around any worksite focused on excavation. Integration within premium machine control systems is necessary to get the most out of 3D models and establish precision excavation procedures....
Customizing 3D Excavation Models for Diverse Construction Needs
Creating customized 3D models is an integral step in fully representing and understanding the intricacies of an excavation worksite. Each project is unique, and customization enables enhanced transparency regarding project-specific characteristics and demands. At...
The Importance of Sub-Grade Road Models in Construction Planning
Road construction is an intricate process that requires understanding the layer underneath, also known as the sub-grade, to ensure the road is durable and can withstand heavy loads and different environmental factors. Sub-grade road models help engineers visualize how...
Capturing Existing Conditions: The Foundation of Accurate Construction Modeling
Construction projects require detailed planning and meticulous execution. To achieve this, contractors and engineers must understand the existing conditions of their construction zone. Documenting existing conditions in construction projects serves as the foundation...
Implementing 3D Models in Site Layout Planning
Technology has led to various advancements in different industries, including construction. 3D modeling, for instance, is one of the most impactful forms of technology used in construction. 3D models improve accuracy and efficiency by assisting in strategic site...
Cheap Data; Why Not?
The Bell Helmet Company once had a magazine ad with the statement, “If you have a 5-dollar head, get a 5-dollar helmet.” Wise words when you think about protecting your brain. The interwebs have done a great service to us; we now have experts in every corner of the...
Emerging Trends in the Construction Industry
Material and labor shortages, emerging technology, transportation delays and other factors have significantly impacted how the construction industry has operated in the last few years. Still, despite the turbulence the industry has experienced, the sector is expected...
The Future of 3D Technology in Roadwork Construction
3D technology is a relatively new emerging tool with the potential to impact the roadwork construction industry significantly. Integrating 3D-engineered modeling into highway building and repair projects can help make them more efficient, benefiting construction...
The US Survey Foot is Retiring, The International Foot is The New Survey Standard
A change came about at the beginning of the 2023 year that can have an impact on you and the survey work you do in the office and the field. The new rule: The United States will retire the use of the US Survey Foot and unilaterally adopt the International Foot as the...
Increase Jobsite Safety With Predictive Data
Predictive data analysis helps companies use data and information to make good decisions, increase productivity and improve safety measures in the workplace. With predictable outcomes for your future projects, you can estimate how much you might need to spend on tasks...