This article offers insights into how RFID technology, combined with BLE, and IoT can be used in the framing contractor industry through drones.
The key points discussed within the article are:
- Fundamentals: RFID, a wireless system, is composed of two main components – a microchip with an antenna (RFID tag) and an interrogator (reader). BLE is a power-efficient variant of the classic Bluetooth and has a reach of up to 100 meters. The IoT helps to connect objects to the internet.
- Essential applications: The technology trio can offer multiple advantages to industry professionals. This includes the ability to monitor the regular workflow, keep track of supplies, perform precise calculation of the building structure, and ensure efficient inventory management. RFID, BLE, and IoT can simultaneously reduce manual labor, increase accuracy, and foster significant time conservation.
Additionally, the key technologies were highlighted:
- With RFID, materials are given unique IDs enabling real-time data access regarding each item’s location and use. This leads to minimizing waste and improving overall productivity.
- The tools (RFID, BLE, IoT, and Drones) can be used for site inspection, ensuring safety standards, monitoring, identifying potential problems and facilitating quick solutions
- The seamless mix of technologies can optimize equipment utilization, minimize loss or theft of assets, and enable predictive maintenance.
- Ensuring safety in construction sites can be made significantly efficient and easy with RFID-BLE-IoT laden drones. Emails and texts can be instantly generated for alerts.
- Quality can be kept on track with inspection reports, accessible in real-time, leading to improved efficiency and meeting project deadlines.
As the framing contractor industry becomes more competitive, leveraging technologies like RFID, BLE + IoT, and drones can provide a substantial advantage. With real-time monitoring, efficiency, and quality improvements seen as the most powerful benefits, these tools could be the game-changer for the industry.
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