Carrying out large-scale projects in prime urban locations presents not only technical construction challenges but also the professional task of consistently capturing high-quality documentation throughout the entire process. Today, Afidus, in collaboration with Yuan-Yang Construction Co., Ltd., officially introduced the Afidus ATL230 professional time-lapse cameras at the Far Eastern Department Store Baoqing Redevelopment Project on Zhonghua Road in Taipei. Over the course of the 52-month construction timeline, the cameras will provide uninterrupted, world-class visual documentation.
Key Challenges – Clear Project Pain Points
Located in the heart of Taipei, surrounded by multiple high-rise buildings and adjacent to residential areas, the project posed strict requirements from the client: “non-invasive installation” and “no reliance on city power.” With fixed rental points for equipment placement, it was also critical to ensure a consistent viewpoint over a long period of time while maintaining clear and stable imagery through typhoon seasons and rainy weather.
Afidus ATL230 Solutions
To meet these challenges, Afidus delivered a comprehensive solution:
- Extended Power Endurance: Four AA alkaline batteries can support up to seven months of operation, eliminating the need for external power supplies.
- Non-Invasive Installation: Custom gravity clamps allow mounting directly on parapet walls without drilling, preserving building integrity.
- Professional Imaging: Equipped with 3x optical zoom and remote APP control, the cameras easily focus on core construction areas, ensuring high-resolution images.
- Image Alignment Correction: AI-enabled auto-detection and correction of camera shifts guarantee consistent framing throughout multi-phase construction.
Implementation Highlights and Results
During installation, the Afidus team designed custom clamps for 20 cm and 30 cm parapet walls, enabling setup within just 5–10 minutes per unit. Through real-time APP connectivity, project stakeholders were able to confirm framing remotely, without needing to climb on-site, greatly improving efficiency and reducing labor costs.
Strong Client Endorsement
A local community representative praised: “The installation was surprisingly fast and professional, causing no inconvenience to nearby residents.” Yuan-Yang Construction also shared positive feedback: the APP was user-friendly and intuitive, image quality remained clear even in rainy conditions, and the AI image alignment function gave them confidence. They confirmed plans to continue using Afidus solutions for future projects.
Conclusion
This collaboration once again demonstrates the strong advantages of the Afidus ATL230 in complex urban construction environments—long-lasting endurance, flexible installation, remote operation, and stable imaging—proving to be the best solution for “non-invasive high-altitude deployment” and “world-class visual documentation.” Looking ahead, Afidus will continue to empower major construction projects with innovative technology, leaving behind complete time-lapse records of urban transformation.
