Insights on Construction Technology and Site Visibility

Evercam is the Zoom for Construction.

Here are some of the benefits of using Evercam Construction Cameras on your site:�

Live View

Be it the result of an accident or a force of nature, incidents will happen on-site and if you want to ensure that you are prepared in the event of an emergency, a protocol must be in place. When the news of a COVID-19 lockdown was delivered, construction companies had to shut down sites very quickly with little time to prepare. Evercam played a key role in ensuring sites were shut down correctly with minimal workers present. Our clients were able to establish whether or not protocol was followed using the recordings feature of our platform. 

Regardless of whether your site is currently operational or not, it is still important to ensure that everything is safe and secure. Having a live view of your construction site allows you to carry out daily checks remotely.�

Collaboration

Construction projects involve multiple stakeholders, so effective communication is now more important than ever. What and how you communicate plays a significant role in how productive your team can be when working from home. So if you can share updates to stakeholders with an image or video, then do. Communicating with a visual reference translates your message in a much more effective way.�

Capturing The Story 

As a result of this pandemic, we have seen some of the most impressive turn arounds on construction projects for the healthcare sectors. The hard work behind these projects is something worth being captured and recognised. 

In Ireland, the HSE has turned an exhibition centre in Dublin into a temporary hospital in order to be prepared in the instance of a surge of COVID-19 patients within Irish hospitals.

Similarly in the UK, the NHS is working to transform areas of the Royal Hospital London into an intensive care unit for COVID-19 patients.

We are proudly working with the HSE in Ireland and the NHS in the UK to tell these stories. 

Social Distancing

Construction cameras are playing a key role in reducing the number of visitors on site. Our clients now include Evercam in their daily online meetings to discuss what is happening on site. If your site is still operating, cameras can be used to ensure compliance with social distancing measures. 

As we slowly return to normality, Evercam will play a key role in ensuring social distancing practices are continued on-site. Social distancing is not just about not going to site, it�s also about minimising moving around the site. Evercam helps you to make decisions without walking across the site.  This makes it easier for those who have to be moving around the site.

In the past, regular site visits were a vital part of daily life within the construction industry whereas now the focus will shift to keeping as many people off sites as possible. Site visits will still be necessary sometimes, Evercam helps to make sure these visits are made at the right time, and only when necessary.

We are fully operational at Evercam, if you are interested in learning more about how our customers are using Evercam or wish to have a camera installed on your site, please get in touch.

When you hear the words �timelapse� or �timelapse cameras�, what do you think of?

Maybe you think of a time-lapse video of a flower blooming that you saw on Twitter last week. Perhaps those words remind you of an impressive timelapse shot from a movie that you really like. Something that you might not think of, however, is a construction site.

It might surprise you, but time-lapse cameras are very useful for construction sites.

In a thriving industry like Construction is important to know how to market your project or/and stand out in a tender application.
Recording your entire project gives you the option not only to make a video showcasing the entire project, but also to make short clips specific to challenges in the tender for which you are submitting.

Not every audience is the same, you might want a very different time-lapse to show off milestones to your investors than you would to showcase unit availability to your customers.

Additionally, when using Evercam, you have all the images stored in the cloud even after your project is finished, for as long as you need.

How can time-lapse video help you market your project?

There are endless possibilities. With clever and professionally produced time-lapse videos and live streaming, you can be ahead of the competition and use your projects to win more jobs.

• Stand out in tender applications
• Showcase project milestones
• Tell the story of the project
• Illustrate the positive impact of a project
• Engage stakeholders

Never underestimate the power of time-lapse footage!

We are delighted to announce that Evercam has been accepted as a member of the Nvidia Inception Program. We work with an amazing team of full-stack developers who will greatly benefit from this program and hopefully use these skills to further develop the Evercam product.

NVIDIA's Inception program is a virtual accelerator program that helps startups during critical stages of product development, prototyping, and deployment. Every Inception member gets a custom set of ongoing benefits, from NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute (DLI) credits, marketing
support and hardware technology discounts enabling early-stage startups with fundamental tools to help them grow.

Evercam March Newsletter Update

With the current global COVID-19 pandemic, as a team, we are all working virtually now. At Evercam we're adapting to working remotely, even Soupy - our office dog!

We're working to provide the best service through the Covid-19 outbreak to help our customers and their stakeholders to stay connected.

It is critical to keep everyone connected, informed and engaged. Luckily, there are plenty of tools to help you to stay connected while working from home.

Monitor and control your projects from anywhere with�Evercam. You can use our tools such as�Snapmail,�Recordings, and the�Live View�to stay connected while you are working off-site.

As always, we welcome your feedback on how we can assist.

Stay safe!

Get a Live Demo of our Evercam Features

Since site visits got more complicated, our most-used feature has been the�Edit Tool.� When you need to�discuss what's happening on-site without being on-site, marking up an image from the Live or Recorded view is the way to do it.

If you're interested in adding Evercam to your site or want to know how Evercam works and how you can get the best use of it, book a personalised demo call below. 

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CitA Webinar Series

Sign up to the free CitA Webinar on April 2nd to hear our very own Vinnie Quinn discuss the benefits of using construction cameras and artificial intelligence on site.

We hope to see you there!

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Our very own Vinnie Quinn discussed the benefits of using construction cameras and artificial intelligence on site.

The event follows five fantastic speakers discussing a range of topics, with GMIT'sGerard Nicholson chairing the event.

The recording is now available on-demand.

If you missed it or are so keen you want to watch it again, check it out here:

During the COVID-19 crisis, we are all adapting to working from home. While we know this can be particularly difficult within the construction industry, we have put together our top 5 tips on how to stay productive and check in with your projects from home. 

Construction sites are closed throughout the world and many projects have ceased. This shift may push the construction industry into the world of remote work, so this is an opportunity for your company to put your best foot forward. Now is also the time to become aware of the tools and technology that are out there that allow you to work remotely, which can pave the way for increased efficiency both on and off-site in the long run. 

Here are our top 5 tips for staying on top of your game:

1. Realign Priorities

Your plans have changed and things are uncertain, but that doesn�t mean you can�t be productive. Right now is a good time to take another look at everything that�s been placed on the long finger, maybe it�s your company website, your marketing strategy or some CPD training. CIF, HSA and CPD UK are just some of the online training resources available. It also gives you a chance to brush up your industry knowledge. There�s no time like the present.�

2. Stay Connected 

Because there are many stakeholders involved in a single construction project, communication really is the key to success. Without having the ability to have regular face-to-face conversations, maintaining interaction with your employees, customers and colleagues is more important than ever. Don�t deprive yourself or your colleagues from human interaction, include regular video calls as part of your daily routine. Tools like Slack, Trello, Google Hangouts and Zoom are worth investing in to keep your team connected. Leverage the tools you have to ensure you are keeping a strong stream of communication going.

3. Boost Morale

Remote work is a good opportunity for us all to understand how we work. Some people will struggle more than others. Feeling connected to those we work with is important, so why not try to hold regular team meetings, create a non-work related chat or just call to check in with your co-workers. 

4. Provide Support 

Switching to working remotely is undoubtedly a new territory for many people in the construction industry. Checking in with your colleagues and providing training and support is essential to keeping everyone on the same page. You may need to help your employees or co-workers upskill or ensure that everyone has adequate access to wifi.

5. Choosing The Right Technology

Most importantly, you need to have the right technology behind you. Choosing the right project management and communications platform is essential to keeping productivity up. By choosing a cloud-based project management system you can ensure that your team will stay connected with the right information at the right time regardless of where they are in the world. 

What and how you communicate with team members has never been so important. While this situation is daunting, now is a good time to understand the benefits of remote work and improve how you communicate throughout your company.

At Evercam, communication is our thing. If you�d like us to show you how other construction companies are using Evercam to communicate during the COVID-19 crisis, get in touch.

We�ve been Shortlisted! ICE Awards 2020

We were nominated for Best Construction Product Innovation � Digital at the Irish Construction Industry Awards (ICE) 2020.

One of our key messages is that we try to be creative and challenge our customers to think digital.

We have been at the forefront of working with clients to develop novel ideas such as overlaying 4D BIM models on top of time-lapses for an AR experience.

Our cutting edge technology uses machine learning and AI to improve efficiency on your building site. 

Project of the Month

The development of a new 4-star Intercontinental Hotel Group hotel is underway in North Dublin. This development consists of a 10 story 421-bedroom hotel located within 1km of Dublin Airport.

Check out the time-lapse showing the construction progress.

Enterprise Ireland

Cameras extract useful, actionable data for project managers, contractors and engineers and generate valuable reports about activity and progress.

�Construction is high value so when things go wrong, it�s expensive. We�ve become that single source of truth.� 

Read about how we grew our business with the support of Enterprise Ireland.

Become a Partner

Have sites in the UK?  Evercam can now be installed by our Channel Partners across the UK. 

You could use your existing CCTV supplier, or one of our Channel Partners, including The Protector Group, Tag Systems and Permanex.

Evercam for Construction Project Management offers:
Live View | Time-lapse | Archive

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We're in this together and we�re here to help.  

Evercam is working to provide the best service through the Covid-19 outbreak to help our customers and their stakeholders to stay connected.

Many teams are turning to remote work.�We�recognize this is a new reality and requires a careful and thoughtful approach by both individuals and companies. �

The key to working remotely is strong communication.

Monitor and control your projects from anywhere with Evercam. You can use our tools such as Snapmail, Recordings, and the Live View to stay connected while you are working off-site.

Snapmail

Send up-to-date, high -resolution images directly to your inbox. Why not send to all project stakeholders as daily/weekly updates.

Live View

Real-time view of your site, anywhere anytime. Share your camera view with as many people as you wish. No extra costs for new users and individual passwords provide a full audit trail of who has seen what.

Compare

Before and after images from any point in time. Embed these compelling visuals on your website, newsletter, social media or presentations.

Record

Watch the build from start to finish in seconds. Everything that happens on-site is recorded locally, in high resolution and in the cloud.

We continue to be here for any footage you might require. Don't hesitate to get in touch if you any questions.

If you want any technical support or an online demo, please contact us. �We�welcome your feedback on how�we�can assist.

Stay safe!

We're thrilled to announce that we were recently nominated for Best Construction Product Innovation � Digital at the upcoming prestigious Irish Construction Industry Awards (ICE) 2020

We're delighted about this � for a whole host of reasons. One of our key messages is that we try to be creative and challenge our clients to think digital. We have been at the forefront of working with clients to develop novel ideas such as overlaying 4D BIM models on top of time-lapses for an AR experience. Our technologies such as video analytics to count vehicles, equipment or people on site are cutting edge.

Evercam Construction Cameras, launched in 2015, is currently used by over 50 of Ireland�s leading construction companies. With almost 150 projects currently live in Ireland and the UK, our company has grown fast to become the main provider in Ireland of such services and is growing quickly in the UK.

Evercam January Newsletter Update

With Evercam it is much easier to build brand exposure throughout your projects journey. 

Gathering content to market your project can be difficult. By using Evercam you can create content easily yourself, or work with our video editing team to develop something special to show off your project. 

Additional clips or stills from the camera for Marketing or Social Media are easy to make from within your Evercam account.

There are 3 features that clients really love using to showcase their hard work.

• Recordings:  Go back to see what action you missed
• Compare: Before & After clips and animated gifs
• Edit tool: Click, Highlight & Send.

Get in touch if you have any questions or would like an online demo of the Evercam features. 

Projects of the Month 

Preston Barracks � Student Accommodation

Preston Barracks is a large-scale student accommodation development located on the primary campus of the University of Brighton.

Once constructed it will provide 555 beds and extensive communal areas with 1,500 sq ft of retail space.

Check out the time-lapse showing the construction progress. 

St. Patrick�s Cathedral

St Patrick�s Cathedral in Dublin is facing its biggest renovation challenge for more than 150 years. An �9.2m project to replace the building�s roof started later last year.

The work involves removing the existing slates and reinstating a new slated roof finish.

Take a look at this crane installation time-lapse.

Cameras extract useful, actionable data for project managers, contractors and engineers and generate valuable reports about activity and progress.

�Construction is high value so when things go wrong, it�s expensive. We�ve become that single source of truth.� 
Read about how we grew our business with the support of Enterprise Ireland.

Check out this time-lapse of the GPO lit up for Christmas as part of the Winter Lights project by Dublin City Council.