Rapidly advancing technology is revolutionising the housebuilding industry, offering new possibilities for increased effectiveness, efficiency and safety.
At the forefront of this transformation is the Internet of Things (IoT), which is reshaping the use of broadband internet and Wi-Fi.
What is IoT?
In simple terms, IoT consists of internet-connected devices that share data with each other. These devices go beyond computers and smartphones to encompass any object equipped with a chip for data gathering and transfer. From household appliances to machinery, the proliferation of broadband internet and sensor-enabled devices is fuelling the explosive growth of IoT devices.
Driving safety, efficiency and smarter work practices
The implications for the construction sector are profound. IoT systems bring about enhanced safety, greater efficiency, and the ability to leverage data for smarter work practices within construction companies. The potential applications of IoT in construction are vast, and the following examples provide just a glimpse of the benefits IoT can deliver:
- In-Building Information Modelling: Integration of sensors into the building's 3D model enables data modelling for energy usage, temperature impact, and more. Any changes made to the model automatically update all affected plans.
- Remote Management of Construction Machinery: Wireless connectivity allows for remote management of machinery, enabling operation in hazardous areas without endangering construction workers.
- Enhanced Safety: IoT can monitor construction sites and alert workers when equipment is about to pass by, preventing accidents.
- Asset Tracking: Sensors fitted to construction equipment enable tracking, reducing the risk of loss or theft.
- Predictive Maintenance: Machinery equipped with sensors can detect maintenance requirements and communicate them, prolonging working life and reducing downtime.
- Smart Homes: IoT can be integrated into home design, enabling automatic shutdown of non-essential systems when unoccupied or automatically adjusting windows for natural light.
- Performance Monitoring: Building sensors collect data on material performance under different conditions, allowing this knowledge to inform future projects
IoT as a disruptor
Beyond efficiency and safety enhancements, sensor-generated data sets the stage for leveraging big data, machine learning and artificial intelligence. This enables better project planning, more accurate predictions of project aspects and informed resource management. Unleashing the potential with reliable broadband
As the building industry embraces the next wave of technological advancements, reliable broadband connections serve as the foundation for this transformational journey.
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