The future today is already in the industrial demolition world. Latest wearable equipment are already released to ensure the safety of the workers. These new technologies are breathtaking developments in the industry that helps in creating a safer environment. These equipment are specifically helpful in dangerous processes of concrete recycle and removal and scrap metal recycling.

The wearable equipment of the workers will protect them and help them monitor potential hazards in the area. It has sensors that will collect data that will be delivered to both the supervisor and the worker. These technologies can read the surrounding area of the worker and report it to the manager. With this, they will get to deliver a quick response if an accident occurs. These can measure the speed and height of the fall, monitor vital signs, inform the workers of any potential hazards, and signal the safety personnel for any site accidents.

Below, we will discuss the 4 wearable equipment that commercial demolition contractors use today.

 

1. Smart Helmets

This equipment combines with a hard hat’s safety structure and a smart glasses’ technology. This creates a tool that has features which are designed to boost one’s safety and efficiency.

Unlike ordinary smart devices, a smart helmet is built and reinforced with strength and construction that is superior to a consumer grade technology. This equipment also comes with forward and rear facing cameras which are capable of measuring depth. This helmet can send a visual and/or audible alarm when it detects a dangerous area or object nearby.

 

2. Personal Sensors

You can attach personal sensors anywhere from you helmet to your work belt as these are smaller than a wallet. These sensors gather huge volumes of data thru timestamps and GPS so that it could track the worker’s movement.

These sensors can also alert you of worker fatigue as well as falls and slips. Moreover, this can also be set to inform workers whenever they enter any unsafe or restricted zones.

 

3. Smart Glasses

These are computerized glasses which enhance the worker’s vision. An example of this is a Google Glass. Microsoft and alike companies are also planning to develop their own version of this which can be specifically used in construction and demolition industry only.

Companies can use these smart glasses in training their new workers and for connecting and communicating project worker and project manager real time. These can also help in reducing mistakes by enhancing the worker’s accuracy through an overlay.

Smart glasses may still not be a need today, but mind that in a few years’ time, these will be as necessary as helmets.

 

4. Smart Clothes

A heated vest is one example of a smart clothing. This vest contains battery packs that keeps it warm all throughout the day. This vest can help workers work comfortably even when in freezing temperatures. Alternatively, cooling jackets are also available which pumps fluid through the vest or have built-in fans to ease heat fatigue.

This equipment is particularly helpful for demolition and construction companies that works in extreme weather conditions.

 

Should Demolition Companies Invest in these Equipment?

Wearable equipment is surely a great investment for most demolition companies. These can help in boosting the efficiency by allowing one to collect necessary data regarding resources’ utilization and worker’s habits. Also, this can help in saving money and time by reducing workflow inefficiencies or creating more work friendly site.

Conway AR Demolition Contractor leads the best demolition industry with its world class safety programs. Call us so that you will learn more regarding our demolition services and we can help you complete your project.

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