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TECHNOLOGY CHANGING THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

T he construction industry is now utilizing modern technology they can successfully weld in a confined space or dark corner,
without having to lift to continually lift their head top. Great for those
to improve the sector's productivity and performance but it
has yet to realize the many benefits technology can bring to intricate fabrications too, as a welder can easily inspect work on a
continual basis. Many construction companies have started utilizing
the sector and it seems the sector is finally starting to embrace tech
drones to replace traditional land surveying methods.
once and for all, which can only lead to streamlined developments in
the future.
The technological devices can potentially reduce the time and
labour required to provide an accurate land survey, as they can
Building Information Modelling (BIM) has changed the construction
successfully capture information at a rapid rate and can, therefore,
industry, as it has replaced traditional blueprints with interactive 3D
eliminate human error.
models. It can bring all the building's important information into one
creative space. Clients and contractors can, therefore, collaborate to
meet their objectives efficiently. The only way is up with BIM, as it is
expected to embrace 5D modelling, which may soon incorporate
estimating, time management, rates, costing and quantities, so it is
expected to become an invaluable resource for construction in the
future.
True-View technology is transforming welding helmets for the better,
as state of the art optical lens technology has been integrated into
the latest welding masks. The huge benefit is that the operator can
view through the welding filter lens in its light state, with much more
colour, clarity and contrast than ever before. It is, therefore,
improving the daily life of a professional or apprentice welder , as

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