Even though the industry of construction is by tradition resistant to tech trends, more construction companies are looking into tech and digital use cases. That is how new trends are emerging in the construction industry. These trends are improving the industry in numerous ways, facilitating efficiency, waste reduction, improved security and reduced costs among other perks. Here are some of the top emerging trends in the industry of construction.
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3D Printing in Construction
To reduce the time spent on construction sites, numerous companies are already embracing the trend of 3D printing in construction. With 3D printing, construction companies can use prefabricated structures that are later transported and assembled on the site. Some of the perks are reduced time for construction, as well as reduced cost and decreased amounts of waste materials.
Building with Sustainability
Regulators in the domain of construction have been pressuring construction companies to turn to construction projects that would promote sustainability while reducing the overall impact on the environment. This trend is only becoming more popular and more adopted in 2020. Sustainability is driving innovation in construction by reducing costs and waste.
Exoskeletons for Construction Workers
Perhaps using exoskeletons is something you would expect to see in an enthusiastic sci-fi movie. However, you might be surprised to hear that the use of skeletons is already being tested as an emerging trend in construction. Exoskeletons are designed for construction workers and could enable them to carry more load while lowering risks of injuries and increasing efficiency. At the same time, exoskeletons as a trend in construction could reduce man-hours spent on the job site. With bold integrations with technology, which includes AI, augmented reality, IoT, drones and more tech innovations, construction is set to progress.
