Virtual Reality (VR) is a new technology, one that has been growing in prominence now for a number of years. For many people it represents the opportunity for a better gaming experience or getting more from entertainment. However, its use as a tool in the...
The nature of the construction industry is that it is driven in a big way by contractors, and technology is something that is at the forefront of the growing construction industry. One such technology is virtual reality (VR), which is currently beginning to be used...
There are a whole range of benefits to VR and AR technology within the construction industry. Despite this technology being increasingly employed in the entertainment sector, it is relatively new to the construction industry. However, the benefits are becoming more widely recognised, which is why...
RG Group are ready to start work on the Crosslane Group 604 bed student accommodation building in Coventry. The scheme comprises 134 studio apartments, 77 en-suite cluster flats and 10 two bed flats. Also included in the development are dedicated communal areas, common room, study...
We are proud to be this year’s BIG Biodiversity Challenge Awards overall winner for the Redhill Quadrant Redevelopment. The project includes the phased replacement of an existing Sainsbury’s Supermarket at Redhill in Surrey. Works comprise the demolition of the existing store and building and construction...
Virtual reality, or VR, is something that has been growing in popularity over the last couple of years, with the technology being developed further to give even more realistic experiences. But did you know that the most successful constriction firms are now utilising virtual reality...
Virtual reality works by making your brain believe that you are in a 3D environment that is different to the environment you are actually in. It uses two slightly different angles to create this 3D effect and therefore gives an accurate view and depth perception...
Cyber security presents one of the biggest challenges for businesses across all sectors, including construction. In 2016, in the UK 2.9 million businesses were affected by it - and the numbers are only increasing as criminals find more ingenious and effective ways to bypass...
Construction contributes to 7% of the UK’s GDP and despite the fact that the sector itself is largely offline, it is still at a high risk of security breaches if firms are not sufficiently prepared or protected against the threats they may face. Why are construction...
Customers of every industry are now increasingly aware of the importance of cyber security and the risks associated with this. Risks are always growing with hackers finding new ways to attack businesses as technology evolves over time. This is something that companies within all sectors,...