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such as drones or any type or brand of camera with any number of data capturing applications currently available.
SiteTrax.io is a platform that unites them all,” explains Machut.
SiteTrax.io was featured in the Job Site
vignette at the ConExpo Tech Experience. Netarus was selected by an independent panel of judges to participate in Tech Experience which is highlighting emerging technologies that enhance safety, productivity, and profitability in construction. How does
SiteTrax.io work? Cameras, such as HoistCam™ which
provide line of sight video for crane operators, produce video or photographs. Other cameras on site might capture aerial views of the job site or monitor equipment laydown areas to protect against theft. Thousands of data sources can feed up to 20 GB of daily data to HoistCam™ Director. On its own, HoistCam Director enables managers to remotely view and monitor multiple job sites, multiple pieces of equipment, and to map the location of equipment. It also records and stores all this data in the cloud where
SiteTrax.io resides.
SiteTrax.io aggregates all the data from
multiple sources, analyzes it and generates human-friendly reports that can be interpreted to make meaningful business decisions. For example,
SiteTrax.io creates surface maps, point clouds, optical character recognition reports, and object detection summaries. Who benefits from using
SiteTrax.io?
SiteTrax.io is able to generate meaningful
reports from disparate data sources in near real-time. All sub-contractors on a given job site benefit because the reports generated by
SiteTrax.io improve communication and work coordination between them. General contractors and construction owners are able to make better, more informed business decisions. An example of that benefit is being able to see a single high resolution image of the job site to verify post- tensioning cable placement or verifying rebar layout prior to a concrete deck pour. “The immediate return on investment
is seen through improved productivity, failure prevention and a reduction of cost overruns and fewer accidents.” says Machut. “For example, during prototype testing, we shared historical reports gathered from a jobsite where concrete was being poured. As I was showing the reports to the virtual construction coordinator he jumped out of his chair because what he saw was so powerful. If this data analysis had been available to the contractor in real-time, as
SiteTrax.io now provides, the company would have been able
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to prevent a $7,000 concrete slab blow-out,” said Machut. When Wire Rope Exchange visited the Tech
Experience, the Netarus team was very busy with highly engaged attendees, demonstrating deep interest from the industry in this offer and the range of jobsite technologies on display. y
IMCA Comments on Potential Wide Sweeping Changes to Jones Act Decisions
> Members of the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) with vessels active in US waters, together with their clients, have expressed serious concern over the hasty proposals by the Customs and Border Protection agency to revoke longstanding decisions made over the last 40 years concerning the Jones Act. These proposals, which represent a major change in maritime policy, have been introduced with no prior consultation, in the final two days of the Obama Administration, allowing only 30 days for public comment. The intention is to prevent non-Jones Act
qualified vessels transporting merchandise between coastwise points. However, the effect may be to prevent all foreign flag construction vessels working in the United States. The proposals would also affect US flag vessels which are not coastwise qualified. “We understand the drive to protect US
tonnage given the difficulties in the PSV market today, but the deep-water construction market represents a very different sector with very different vessels and technologies,” says IMCA’s Chief Executive, Allen Leatt. “It is a truly international market, as no single domestic market can support the heavy investments of these assets. Consequently, there is a real risk to damaging the whole Gulf of Mexico market as the unintended consequences do not seem to have been thought through. “The Obama Administration attempted
similar changes in 2009, but discontinued the effort in the face of serious and substantial concerns raised by a multitude of stakeholders. We are seeking an extension of time for public comment, so that a proper reflection and analysis of the impact can be assessed. “Stability in the workings of the Jones Act
has enabled many successful businesses to be established in the US Gulf States, both offshore and onshore, over the last 40 years, creating huge numbers of US jobs. Given the tough times our industry has endured in recent years, this additional risk to jobs is very concerning if
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oil companies are faced with a lack of capacity in the market and inevitably higher costs. “The Trump Administration has called
for a freeze pending a review of all regulatory initiatives; equally it is well known that President Trump is ambitious for the US to increase domestic production. These proposals seem to run contrary to both objectives.” y
Straightpoint’s Gavin Arnell Excels in First LEEA Examination
> Straightpoint product technician Gavin Arnell out-performed lifting equipment professionals of far greater experience to pass the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) P1E Foundation Course recently. The Foundation Course is the basic level
training course offered by LEEA, which is based in Huntingdon, UK but established across the globe as the leading representative body for all those involved in the lifting industry worldwide. It offers a number of courses ranging in duration and tailored for varied levels of expertise and types of equipment. Arnell participated in a three-day
program that took place at LEEA’s Osprey Court training facility near the association’s headquarters in Ramsay Court, which is also on the Hinchingbrooke Business Park. P1E includes 28 modules covering a range of subjects including, standards and codes of practice; wire rope and wire rope slings; overhead travelling cranes; and mobile cranes. Both the P1E and LEG courses contain
modules on wire rope and wire rope slings, which Alfie Lee, operations director at Straightpoint, said aligns the content with Straightpoint strategy. He explained: “We are just starting to explore the wire rope industry in greater depth. Having someone with this qualification will be invaluable and will help us understand how our customers use our products and the problems they face on a day-to-day basis within the lifting industry.” y
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