Create the workforce of the future by strategically leveraging construction tech on your critical infrastructure projects. From digital twins and augmented reality training to visualized data and wearables, you’ll see improvements in efficiency, safety and collaboration.
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White Paper
A New (Virtual) Reality for 3D Technology Utility Industry
Burns & McDonnell
Will traditional 2D computer-aided design processes someday feel as archaic as T squares and compasses? It might happen sooner than you think, thanks to swift advances in 3D technology. A peek at a future workflow that more holistically incorporates this technology hints at its potential.
Concept to Completion
Getting Real With Augmented Reality
BenchMark
Augmented reality (AR) technologies will shift our attention from screens to the world around us. Smart cities will harness the power of AR to communicate.
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Matterport
Librestream
RealWear
Apolloware
ConnectMaster
Matterport
Document Your Project Space with Speed, Accuracy and Depth
Burns & McDonnell is partnering with Matterport — a powerful 3D platform that creates a digital twin of your project space — to change the way the built world is documented. Detailed virtual models, captured more efficiently and safely, help you see your project in a whole new way. These digital representations of the physical world enable better documentation and collaboration, both during the retrofit/renovation process and after.
UP TO
25%
REDUCTION IN TIME AND MONEY SPENT DOCUMENTING THE SITE
UP TO
30%
REDUCTION IN TIME TO COMPLETE THE DESIGN PROCESS
Blog
3D Models Support Agile Critical Infrastructure Workflows
Burns & McDonnell
Critical infrastructure project teams are remaining agile with the help of 3D scanning technology that provides a virtual realistic model of project sites.
Blog
Why You Should Consider 3-D Design for Your Next Substation
Burns & McDonnell
When it comes to substation design, there are a lot of advantages to using 3-D technology. Learn why utilities are moving toward 3-D substation design.
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Matterport in Action
Virtual Site Visit for Networks, Integration and Automation Labs
Client Avoids a Yearlong Delay on Distributed Energy Effort With Matterport
Teddy Menke
Product Manager
Librestream
HELP FIELD PERSONNEL WORK SAFELY AND MORE EFFICIENTLY WITH AUGMENTED REALITY
Burns & McDonnell is partnering with Librestream — and its field-to-office collaboration and knowledge capture platform, Onsight — to help field workers access information and resolve issues more efficiently. This augmented reality platform turns computers, tablets and wearable devices into powerful on-site tools for data collection, collaboration and problem-solving. Optimize implementation by giving the full project team access to the people, data and guidance they need.
200%
EFFICIENCY BOOSTS USING DIGITAL WORKFLOWS AND AUTOMATIC REPORTING
Up to
70%
PRODUCTIVITY GAIN FOR FIELD DOCUMENTATION
5-30%
INCREASE IN QUALITY WITH VIDEO CALLING AND DIGITAL WORKFLOW
Insights
ARTICLE
Burns & McDonnell and Librestream Partner to Implement Collaboration Platform Supporting Critical Infrastructure Workforces
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, and WINNIPEG, Manitoba — To support clients in the critical infrastructure industries, Burns & McDonnell, a 100% employee-owned engineering, construction and architecture firm, and Librestream, the #1-rated provider of augmented reality (AR) and remote collaboration solutions, are collaborating to implement Librestream’s field-to-office collaboration and knowledge capture platform, Onsight. Onsight’s solution is device-agnostic and is compatible with computers, tablets and enterprise wearable devices, and helps field workers conduct their jobs safely and more efficiently.
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Charlie Cox
Assistant Applications Specialist
RealWear
WEARABLE TECH THAT INCREASES SAFETY, FOCUS AND FUNCTIONALITY IN THE FIELD
Keeping team members safe is a guiding principle at Burns & McDonnell. Wearable tech from RealWear supports that priority by helping field workers reduce distractions and increase focus. Rugged, hands-free devices connect frontline workers to the information they need with heads-up displays — allowing them to keep their eyes focused on the task at hand. No more looking down to scroll, swipe or tap; members of your on-site team can focus on their surroundings.
100%
HANDS FREE
PPE
COMPATIBLE
-20° to +50°C
FULLY OPERATIONAL
Blog
Smart Glasses 2.0: A New Class of Smart Technology
Burns & McDonnell
New augmented reality technologies incorporate a wide range of productivity- and performance-enhancing applications, serving up smart technology with a purpose.
Blog
Technology Helps Overcome Current On-Site Limitations
Burns & McDonnell
Assisted reality technologies can help project teams overcome current on-site limitations and improve safety, efficiency and effectiveness.
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COVID-19 Review:
Shorter supply chains and reliance on 3D tools for remote walk-throughs
Food Engineering Magazine
Charlie Cox
Assistant Applications Specialist
Apolloware
ENABLING INTELLIGENT, EFFICIENT ENERGY PERFORMANCE
Burns & McDonnell is partnering with Bandera Electric Cooperative to help utilities and their customers achieve granular, real-time insights into how energy is used behind the meter. The integrated hardware and software platform collects detailed energy usage data behind the meter. Artificial intelligence and machine learning use the data to help identify both trends and problems, reduce energy waste, and deliver a transactive energy platform. The platform can also serve as a valuable venue for utility customer engagement.
RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMERS REDUCE ENERGY CONSUMPTION BY UP TO 20%
UTILIZE ENERGY EFFICIENCY SPEND TO GAIN VALUABLE, ACTIONABLE REAL-TIME DATA
IMPROVE CUSTOMER RELATIONS, ENGAGEMENT AND SATISFACTION
Apolloware in Action
Smart, secure cloud-based energy management system to help you visualize and take control of your energy use to save money.
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Austin Arnett
Product Manager
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