The Construction Source

THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE CANADA back to the community. That kind of outreach will always be an important emphasis for the company. Also important is technology – Phillip says that Acres is committed to staying “ahead of the curve,” and that they will continue to embrace new technology as it’s introduced to the market. As an example of how that commitment has already benefitted the company, Phillip cites their use of drones and GPS technology for surveying. “We can fly a drone and very quickly give our clients a mapped-out landscape of their site,” he explains. “From that, we can do our cut and fill calculations. Our equipment is GPS-linked, and they can be pre-programmed. We can drive the dozer along and the bucket will go up and down automatically based on the GPS locations to be cut and filled.” “It minimizes waste, and it allows us to be more efficient,” he adds. “We don’t need to have four or five surveyors wandering around site with sticks and field lights. It’s all done with technology.” The company doesn’t just use the latest technology in the field, however. According to Francesca, they also use cutting edge technology in the office. “Right when you walk in, we actually have a virtual receptionist,” she explains. “There’s a sensor that triggers, and if you’re looking for someone in particular, there’s a touchscreen that allows you to call that individual.”