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CAGC Construction Technology Series: 3D Laser Scanning and Mixed Reality in Construction – Friday, July 16 with BuildingPoint Southeast

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Topic: 3D Laser Scanning and Mixed Reality in Construction. Technology used to achieve productivity, accuracy and profitability goals for construction projects.

Date: Friday, July 16, 2021

Presenters: BuildingPoint Southeast’s Ryan Pastor, VDC Services Manager, and Scott Mayer, Construction Specialist.

Join Carolinas AGC on Friday, July 16 for an informational session where members (and non-members) can both learn and engage. BuildingPoint Southeast will discuss the technology used to achieve productivity, accuracy and profitability goals for construction projects. This is achieved through the use of a wide variety of cutting-edge hardware, software and mobility technologies that are designed to streamline and simplify communication and increase collaboration through every phase of the construction project lifecycle.

During the presentation, we will focus on:

3D Laser Scanning in Construction

• Terrestrial versus static versus drones

• How scanners are used throughout the project from start to finish

• Technology – Construction is not all about digging ditches and hammering nails

• How do I learn do use this technology?

Mixed Reality in Construction

• What Is the difference between virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality?

• Would my gaming skills help me to use this technology?

• How is it used in construction?

• How do I learn how to use this technology in a construction environment?

• Emerging technology and its future uses

Speakers

Ryan Pastor is the VDC Services Manager at BuildingPoint SouthEast where he specializes in VDC implementation along with supervision of BIM deliverable creation for coordination, estimating, and scheduling. With just over 9 years of experience identifying, assessing, and implementing new construction innovations for general contractors, Ryan is an innovator who has a passion for utilizing technology in order to help clients succeed. He also has a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Science and Management. Ryan strives for detailed research in understanding what clients need, and enjoys developing groundbreaking VDC workflows.

Scott Mayer is BuildingPoint SouthEast’s Building Construction Specialist covering the North and South Carolina region. Scott graduated from the University of Missouri with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He has over 15 years’ experience in the construction industry, specifically in the concrete, construction equipment and cranes market. Scott enjoys building relationships with his clients to provide the most effective solutions catered to their specific needs. He also engages in product support, project implementation, and keeping clients abreast of the best options to create success.

Cost: Free for members, $20 for nonmembers. All are welcome. Registration required.

When: 7/16/2021 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Virtual Zoom

REGISTER HERE