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TENSTAR Simulation: Learn to drive an excavator + dump truck
Driving an excavator or a tipper is not child's play. If you lack experience, you can cause a lot of damage on the construction site. To prevent this from happening, it is better t... Learning to operate excavators and dump trucks
Trimble Drones - unmanned aerial systems
With Trimble's unmanned aerial systems, it is possible to generate precise surface mapping of construction sites. In addition to overview maps, precise positioning with GPS data ca... Unmanned aerial systems
Weber Machine Technology – bauma 2016
If you need vibratory rammers, vibratory plates or soil compactors, Werber MT is the right place for you. In addition to these core areas, the company also offers rollers and floor... Vibratory rammers and soil compactors
Growing demands on building materials and construction processes
Demands in the construction sector are constantly increasing—not only in technical terms, but also in terms of environmental and legal requirements. Sustainable building materials, energy-efficient construction, and circular building concepts are becoming increasingly important. Construction companies must find pragmatic solutions that can be implemented economically. Some of the dominant topics:
- Building materials with an optimized carbon footprint
- Insulation and energy systems for sustainable building operation
- Requirements due to new building regulations and subsidy programs
Digitalization in construction: potential and reality
BIM, 3D laser scans, and automated quantity calculations promise efficiency—but the reality is often fragmented. Although many planning offices and construction companies use digital tools, integrated processes are the exception rather than the rule. Implementation often fails due to interface problems or a lack of acceptance on the construction site. Digital potential lies in, among other things:
- Consistent planning from design to construction
- Precise quantity determination and scheduling
- Live documentation of construction progress via app or sensor technology
The construction industry caught between a shortage of skilled workers and tight deadlines
Tight deadlines, increasing project complexity, and a shortage of skilled workers pose major challenges for many companies. Without reliable personnel planning and flexible construction organization, there is a risk of delays or quality problems. Strategies to ease the burden on construction operations:
- Prefabrication and serial construction to shorten construction time
- Modular concepts for better planning
- Targeted use of external specialists in the event of bottlenecks
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