Conference Sessions
Elevating Construction with Drones and Reality Capture
Date & Time:
Wednesday Feb 11, 2026 at 1:30 pm
Duration:
50 minutes
Location:
Pegasus Room B
Registration:
$50 plus hst
Description
Discover how drone and reality capture technology is transforming construction workflows—from site documentation and progress tracking to thermal inspections. This session explores practical applications of drones in construction, with a focus on how aerial data enhances decision-making, efficiency, and collaboration across projects. Whether you are new to drones or looking to expand their use, you’ll gain insights into tools, techniques, and real-world examples that elevate your construction operations.
Presented by
Ben Stocker, Senior Construction Technologist, Skender
Ben Stocker is a Senior Construction Technologist at Skender. He has 15 years of experience
in the construction industry, with the past 7 years being dedicated to construction technology.
Ben in charge of all research and implementation of any new technology that helps project teams be more productive, efficient, and safer.
Adam Caldwell, Lead VDC Drone Pilot, Maple Reinders
Adam currently leads the drone and reality capture division for Maple Reinders across Canada.
His team provides a wide range of services to our project teams including high accuracy drone
mapping, thermal building analysis and marketing content. He was also an instructor in the
commercial drone program at Fanshawe College and have been active in the drone industry since 2017. He has a passion for providing construction solutions through technology.
Sponsored by:
Skender | Maple Reinders