An Introduction to the OpenSpace Camera The Open Space Camera is a cutting-edge tool that leverages the power and utility of AI to aid general contractors, business owners, and tradespeople alike in being able to monitor progress at worksites, share project images with clients and coworkers, and so much more. Once workers enter the job…
Category: Technology
Contractors and the DIY Movement
You may think HGTV gave birth to the DIY movement, but the phrase “do it yourself” was in fact first coined in 1912 in “Suburban Life” magazine. Many people enjoy learning new skills and the sense of pride that comes with doing things yourself. Businesses haven’t let the popularity of DIY scare them; they have…
The Construction Industry is Getting 3D Printed
The machine that started out printing tiny models is now printing entire buildings. 3D printing is changing the building process for construction companies around the world and opening up new opportunities for change and innovation. What is 3D Printing? 3D printing is a process of manufacturing physical objects based on digital designs in which a…
Building a Blockchain: The Future of Construction Contracts
You may have heard of blockchain and its recent history revolutionizing the cryptocurrency market, but have you ever thought about how it could change the construction industry? What is Blockchain? A blockchain is a digital public ledger of agreements (financial transactions, contracts, etc.) that are tied together chronologically into groups of information called “blocks.” This…
Our Top 4 Construction Podcasts (and Why We Love Them)
When you think of podcasts, you don’t usually think of construction; but perhaps after reading this, you’ll consider listening to these esoteric conversations. These are our four favorite award-winning construction podcasts and a little bit of background about their hosts. ConExpo/Con-Agg Radio ConExpo is the largest North American construction trade show held annually in Las…
What You Might Gain from Digital Twins of Your Building
Digital Twins are not a new technology; manufacturing and aviation industries have been using them for years to model designs and detect potential issues that could result in an unsafe end product. Construction is now widely using this modeling technique to a similar end, leveraging Digital Twins to improve safety, efficiency, and profitability on the…
Technology’s Effect on Safety Protocol After a Pandemic (Part Two)
In returning to the second installment of this two-part series (read part one), we investigate technology’s effect on safety protocol for construction workers when it comes to performing their daily functions. The technology reviewed here mainly plays a part in managing social distancing while maintaining effective communication. Primarily, in the techniques we investigate, Zoom video…
Cool Roof Technology
Rising temperatures! Melting arctic ice! Sweltering heatwaves! It’s just called “summer” here in California, and it’s right around the corner. Spurred on by rising energy costs, consumers and investors alike are seeking options beyond traditional building methods, and the building industry has responded to this demand. One of the most popular technologies the industry has…
Robotics in Construction
More job site managers and workers are utilizing robotics and AI to increase their productivity and improve safety in construction zones. In June 2019, Mortenson Construction became one of the first major construction firms to adopt robotics use on a major scale. They partnered with Built Robotics to gain access to driverless excavators and other…
Technology’s Effect on Safety Protocol After a Pandemic (Part One)
At Sierra View, we are committed to bringing the highest level of integrity, honesty, and customer satisfaction to the commercial construction industry. In honoring that commitment, we recognize the impact that technology has on the way we run our business. In this two-part blog series, we are going to investigate how technology can relieve some…