Spatial Computing Takes Off at JFK The New Terminal One
Vanderlande is at the forefront of airport construction technology, utilizing Argyle's BIM to Augmented Reality to bring unparalleled efficiency and precision to The New Terminal One at JFK International Airport.
Impacting an estimated 2000 bags every hour, the installation of the new baggage handling system (BHS) is a logistically challenging and time-critical feature of the new terminal. Vanderlande, a leader in process automation was chosen for this important work and as leaders in efficiency they looked to visual solutions that leveraged the BIM to improve their time to competency and speed of installation.
Argyle is a product that converts the building information model into a hologram that is positioned on site. Using Argyle's software with the Magic Leap 2 and iOS, the Vanderlande JFK team is the first in the company to revolutionize traditional construction methods with AR. The result ensured faster and more accurate jobsite operations, setting a new standard in the industry.
The use of Argyle leverages existing models and places them on the jobsite in augmented reality for a realtime comparison of the design and the current state of the build. Use of Argyle on site led to several immediate benefits that the JFK T1 found made an impact:
- Installation Verifications: AR overlay of the BIM with Argyle helped to mitigate onsite rework. The overlay helped site management ensure that systems, such as header steel and seismic bracing, were installed without future clashes.This helped installations throughout including the downstream effects on third-party installations.
- On-site Clash Detection: The building information model perfectly overlaid on site helped the team to understand equipment’s interactions with real-life conditions. This led to reduced engineering issues before installation and resolved on-site clashes in realtime without creating additional problems, allowing for informed on-site decisions.
- Improved Site Previews: The coordinated model in AR ensured that as builts and IFC sets were accurate and true to site conditions. This reduced engineering rework and increased site support by finalizing correct drawings before release rather than during installation.
- Leading Technological Solutions: Utilizing augmented reality not only facilitates easier communication with the customer regarding approvals but also demonstrates Vanderlande’s commitment to high-value solutions and superior product quality.
It hasn’t always been easy to use Augmented Reality in the field, but hardware and software advancements have made AR in construction easier to use and faster by the year. Building teams investing in the building information model and in digital coordination benefit most from Augmented Reality in in construction.
When considering AR, consider the following:
1- Ease of Upload - Argyle exporters let the team at Vanderlande export models from Navisworks and Revit. This helped keep up with design changes and continually monitor their impacts.
2 - Ease of Alignment - Argyle lets site users calibrate to known authorities quickly and easily in the app. Set up is simple and familiar.
3 - Ease of Implementation - How quickly is ROI reaped? After the upload, the site user should see immediate value.
By allowing teams to see their Building Information Model (BIM) content, align it with desired spaces, and visualize job sites without obstructions, AR with Argyle was often more efficient than communicating with traditional methods of photos and plans. Minimizing rework on site and maxmimizing the participation of off-site stakeholders with AR visualizations helps reduce site risks and ensure a safer, more efficient construction process.
Vanderlande’s adoption of augmented reality at JFK T1 underscores their dedication to pioneering technological advancements and improving industry standards. The ability to preemptively address engineering challenges and enhance the accuracy of on-site installations has streamlined project workflows and reinforced Vanderlande’s reputation as a leader in construction innovation.
As these technologies continue to prove their value, they set a new benchmark for future construction projects. The success at JFK T1 serves as a testament to the power of augmented reality in driving excellence and efficiency in the industry.
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