Wearable Technology That Will Change the Construction Industry


Innovative companies around the world are looking to bring more technology to the workplace by focusing on innovating existing equipment. It is easy to think of wearable technology as simply a commodity, used for greater connectivity with the online world, or a tool to track one's physical state. Although it is true, wearables are slowly leaking into the professional sphere, and can actually provide the construction industry with a number of benefits. The impact of cloud technology and mobile devices, wearables are becoming more common in construction, and in the coming years, their use can be extended. Here are some examples of how wearable technology can play a great role in construction industry.


Smart Helmets



One of the important equipment at construction field is helmet. In this modern technology, Smart helmets are providing a number capabilities that enhance security in multiple ways for users at work place. A company in California, has developed an updated version of the standard hardhat, taking advantage of modern technology. Smart Helmet looks like normal hardhat, but includes a clear visor that shows 3D visual overlays in the user field of view. Through augmented technology, a 360 ° view allows workers to see their entire environment, which will help increase safety and has the potential to reduce accidents in workplaces. The most advanced features of smart helmets include increased work instructions, direct communication to remote workers, and thermal vision.

Bionic Suits for Construction Workers



Much of the health and safety problems that arise at a construction site are all about hard physical work, which causes long term problems for every worker. To face this, bionic suits provide the ability to pick up and operate heavy machinery with ease. Bionic costumes have the ability to reduce working time for tasks. Bionic suits can have a positive impact in terms of health and safety, but also contribute to greater efficiency and productivity in workplaces. Read more....

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