Alright crew, listen up! GPS (Global Positioning System) isn’t just for finding restaurants on your phone. Here on the construction site, there are so many productive uses for GPS that can save you a heap of time and money.
Get with the times and start using technology on your site today!
GPS has become a powerful tool that can:
GPS on the Jobsite: Your Guide to Getting the Most Out of It
Below are some of the many uses that GPS can be used in your company today.
Guide Your Graders, Excavators, Dozers, Compactors & Vehicles
Setting up your earthmoving equipment with GPS navigation systems is essential in today’s competitive climate. The technology enables you work to a design using the correct heights and position for the site. This allows operators to work without supervision or surveyors by their side 24/7.
Track Equipment and Materials
No more wasted time searching for that missing excavator or lost pallet of bricks. GPS trackers attached to equipment and materials can show their exact location on a map in real-time. This means less downtime, smoother workflows, and a more efficient crew.
Boost Safety and Security
GPS can help monitor the movement of vehicles and equipment on-site. This can deter theft and ensure everyone’s operating within designated areas. In case of an emergency, knowing the location of workers and equipment can speed up response times.
Improve Site Management
Need to quickly locate a specific crew working on a particular section of the site? GPS can help pinpoint their location, allowing for better coordination and communication between teams.
Streamline Workflows
Imagine knowing exactly when a delivery truck carrying crucial materials is due to arrive. GPS tracking allows for better scheduling and coordination, ensuring materials are on-site when needed, preventing delays.
Boost Accuracy for Surveying and Layout
High-precision GPS tools can be used for surveying land, setting up building foundations, and ensuring accurate placement of pipes, trenches, and other infrastructure. This translates to fewer mistakes and rework down the line.
Here’s a breakdown of how GPS might be used in your daily tasks:
Operating Heavy Machinery
Construction equipment may have integrated GPS system that guide you around a worksite to construct roads, pads, dams, drainage and more.
Autonomous GPS Systems
Automated GPS machines can be operated from the office without manpower controlling them inside. Self-driving trucks and cars will become more popular over the coming years.
Working in Large Crews
If you work on a sprawling site with multiple teams, GPS can help locate colleagues and ensure everyone’s working in the designated areas.
Deliveries and Material Management
Knowing when to expect a material delivery or where to find specific stockpiles can save you valuable time and keep the project moving smoothly.
GPS Is a Tool to Enhance Your Work
GPS is a tool to enhance your work and acts as a guide that makes you more productive. It also allows you to make better educated decisions using the data it provides.
If you have questions about how GPS is being used on your site, don’t hesitate to ask your supervisor.
As with any technology, using GPS responsibly is key. Follow company guidelines regarding its use.
By understanding and utilizing GPS effectively, you can contribute to a safer, more efficient, and productive construction site.
Now get out there and keep building our world.
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