Abstract
Driving efficiency through technology investments
Track: Architecture, Engineering, Construction
Authors: Ben Somerville
Digital detail is fast becoming a headache in the construction industry. Detail beyond simple lines, maps and surveys. Owners of infrastructure are becoming 'tech' aware and want digital detail on all aspects of the construction and final asset. Creating accurate detail is time consuming, and requires specialist equipment, or subcontractors that are expensive. This paper discusses technology adoption at Thiess. Exploring the use of high accuracy GPS units coupled with iPads for accurate field data collection. The session will also explore the use of low cost UAV technology on a freeway project. The adoption of both technologies has seen Thiess deliver digital detail to our client's faster and in a more cost effective solution.