Digital transformation is happening all around us and whilst other industries have been quick to make the digital leap, the construction industry has been a little slower out of the starting blocks but now the revolution is well underway.
Smart technology is changing the face of construction with a range of devices making complicated tasks much easier – from virtual reality to smart helmets and digital software efficiencies. The rate of technological advancements is accelerating at such a relentless pace, it cannot be ignored. The combination of offsite manufacturing and digital construction technology presents a compelling proposition.
Building Information Modelling (BIM) has been the subject of much debate but the software offers so much more than the creation of 3D models. Virtual Reality - an artificial, computer-generated simulation of an environment, has transformed the way that architects present their vision. It immerses the user by making them feel like they are experiencing the simulated reality first hand - allowing clients to play an integral part of the design process and ‘virtually’ enter the building and validate if the layout. Augmented Reality on the other hand, provides more freedom for the user because it does not need to be a head-mounted display. Augmented Reality takes the real world and adds something to it – for example a new extension could be digitally superimposed onto an existing building.
Taking place on 28 February 2018, Explore Offsite Outlooks, in partnership with BRE - will look at the road ahead. The event will present innovative thinking by assembling some of the industry’s ‘thought and technical leaders’ to present their views and explore the applications and potential for digital technologies to enhance the offsite construction environment.
Speakers include:
• John Eynon, Engagement Lead at BIM Alliance: ‘Digital procurement, standardisation and transformation’. John will discuss the drivers for change and the work of the UK BIM Alliance in leading the implantation of BIM Level 2 across the industry.
• Geoff Fawkes, Business Development Director at McAvoy Group: ‘Digitising offsite construction’. Geoff will present on the latest advances in digital technology and how they were applied to West Hill School, adding value to a challenging construction scheme.
• Allan Griffin: Head of Construction and Infrastructure Strategy, AMRC and Sean Wilson - Augmented Reality Technical Lead, University of Sheffield: The AMRC - where construction meets manufacturing. The AMRC is uniquely placed at the forefront of aerospace and automotive manufacturing technology development and will demonstrate how this technology is starting to be transferred into the construction sector.
• Jonathan Lock, Director - Design4Structures: Taking Steps to Modernise Construction through Collaboration, Innovation and Education. Learn how three companies; TDS, Design4Structures and the Construction and Design Centre of Excellence (Cadcoe), are making positive headway to modernise the construction industry, to drive change and increase efficiencies through collaborative working using the latest in digital technology.
• Jaimie Johnston, Head of Global Systems & Elite Sher, Head of VR/AR & Interactive Environments at Bryden Wood: ‘Delivery platforms for government assets’. Jaimie and Elite will be demonstrating how a highly productive, manufacturing-led approach to industrialised construction is being adopted by major government and private sector clients.
• Alan Clucas, Director of Explore Manufacturing at Laing O’Rourke: ‘Offsite manufacture as a key enabler to smarter construction’. Alan will give a detailed overview of how Laing O’Rourke’s Design for Manufacture & Assembly (DfMA) strategy is enabling smarter project delivery on site both in the building and infrastructure environment.
Additional conference speakers include:
• Darren Richards, Managing Director, Cogent Consulting
• Simon Cross, Director of Building Futures Group, BRE.
• Andrew Orriss, Sales Director at SIG360
• Ben Lever, Future Skills and Innovation Lead - Construction Industry Training Board, CITB
• Phil Henry: Market Development Director - Specification, Polypipe
• Kadine James - 3D Tech Lead, Hobs Studio
• Peter Blunt, Managing Director, Innovare Systems
• Ian Buckingham, Competency Framework Designer - Manufacturing Technology Centre
• Frank McLeod, UK Head of Project Technology - WSP
• Oliver Lowrie, Director - Ackroyd Lowrie
• Dominic Thasarathar, Primary Thought-Leader - AutoDesk
• Paul Oakley, Director of BIM - BRE
This conference and exhibition, taking place at BRE Watford, will create a platform for construction clients and their professional advisers, contractors and project managers, to network with industry experts and discuss the latest advancements in digital technology and offsite construction solutions. It also provides a fantastic opportunity for members of the construction industry, who want to tap into this opportunity whilst it’s on an upward trajectory, to network with all the key members of the sector. The event format provides a dynamic and interactive learning experience for all visitors through presentations and the wide array of exhibitors.
Tickets to attend cost £125 + VAT to include refreshments and lunch. To book your place at the event, go to www.exploreoffsite.co.uk/book
To enquire about exhibitor opportunities, visit the Explore Offsite website: www.exploreoffsite.co.uk or contact the team on 01743 290001 or email: grace.baker@radar-communications.co.uk
