Automation as a Construction Accelerator

However, while various methods are used to measure concrete strength, the vast majority of these methods (wireless maturity sensors, concrete core compression testing) often require a lot of time, are inefficient, and introduce the risk of human error, as they rely on workers to perform the task and require manual data entry. Since labor shortage is an endemic problem in the construction industry, and human error can jeopardize not only safety but also project progress, these methods are not particularly effective or appealing to construction companies. In fact, estimates indicate that up to 30% of construction costs are lost due to inefficiencies, errors, delays, and poor communication. This clearly demonstrates the need for robust automated systems.

ObraLink provides the much-needed solution to the problems that can arise from using classical methods to measure concrete strength. ObraLink instead uses a powerful and robust analysis algorithm in conjunction with its thermal cameras to measure strength.

This process is fully automated and does not require manual data entry.

As a result of this automation, the duration of the concreting phase is considerably reduced, typically from 1 to 3 days per floor. Additionally, the fact that this process is automated reduces the risks of error, facilitates the adoption of appropriate and timely corrective measures, and prevents deviations in terms of costs and scheduling. Research has shown that having accurate and timely information about progress is necessary for efficient project control that ensures project cost and time estimates are met. Therefore, efficient on-site data collection, timely data analysis, and communication of results in an easy-to-use manner are highly desirable for construction companies. Since the concreting phase is one of the most essential and costly parts of a construction project, any automation in this stage is tremendously beneficial for any construction company.

In summary, despite recent advancements in technologies and equipment for automated progress tracking on construction sites, the vast majority of construction companies worldwide have not been able to implement them in their projects. However, for a construction project to be successfully completed within cost, time, and quality while maintaining a safe working environment, it is crucial to have a high level of project control, and automation is the best and most cost-effective way to achieve this. ObraLink is the first and only service that provides an automation service that accompanies the user throughout the concreting phase, from formwork to reinforcement. Thus, it offers a unique and effective system that will improve the quality of construction projects while reducing the construction time of each floor and therefore, overall construction time.