App revolutionises asbestos control in buildings
The new "IK-Report-App" represents a significant innovation in building contaminant assessment, particularly in dealing with asbestos. Developed by the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, the app enables efficient and accurate recording and analysis of asbestos contamination, making it an indispensable tool for the construction industry.
Asbestos remains a major problem in the construction industry, even decades after it was banned. Improper renovation or demolition work on affected buildings can release dangerous asbestos fibres that pose a significant health risk. The latest VDI standard DIN 6202 Sheet 3 sets new standards for precise pollutant analyses, which can be efficiently implemented using the “IK Report App”.
The app presented by Robin Krepp, Managing Director and co-founder of IK-Report GmbH, enables direct data acquisition on mobile devices, which reduces the need for subsequent digitisation and considerably simplifies the process of pollutant testing. The intuitive user interface and instant processing of data allows professionals to act quickly and accurately, without time-consuming manual steps.
The app integrates advanced functions such as the linking of findings and the automatic calculation of the certainty of results in accordance with VDI 6202 Sheet 3. These functions allow precise planning of sampling and adaptation to new findings during the inspection. A further advantage is the avoidance of transmission errors through direct digital recording, which improves the accuracy of the data and the allocation of photos and site plans.
In addition to recording asbestos, the app can also be used for other pollutants and supports the documentation and evaluation of air measurements and fire dampers containing asbestos. The range of applications of the IK Report app makes it an essential tool for the modern construction industry, which not only increases efficiency but also significantly improves health safety in construction.