Timelapse Camera Solutions for Construction
A construction site camera should do more than record. It should give you a dated, visual record of your project, from groundbreak to handover, without anyone needing
to be there in person. That’s what Rawadh delivers with a timelapse camera for
construction built on Binalapse, our platform powered by OpticVyu’s underlying
technology: solar- or mains-powered cameras feeding a single dashboard, with AI
reading the footage so nobody has to scrub through hours of it by hand. It’s an AI construction camera built for contractors, developers, and consultants who need proof of progress, not just a feeling that things are on track.
7 Features in Binalapse Timelapse Cameras
This is construction progress monitoring built around what you’re actually buying, not
just a camera on a pole.
- A timelapse camera, chosen from the range below, installed on your site
- Access to the Binalapse dashboard: live view, timelapse video, and photo comparison
- AI detection for vehicles, people, and hard-hat compliance
- Scheduled and on-demand PDF reports
- Mobile app access for photo capture and upload
- Integration with Procore and Autodesk BIM 360, if you're already using either
- Ongoing support from Rawadh's team for the life of the install
Get your cameras live in 3 simple steps
From first contact to live streaming — here’s how Binalapse gets your site connected.
Get in touch
Email info@rawadh.com with your site details, or the specs of any existing CCTV you’d like integrated instead of new hardware.
We install and configure
Our team sets up the camera or connects your existing system, and gets it talking to Binalapse.
You log in
Visit the Rawadh website, sign in, and your camera feeds and time-lapse videos are live.
Construction Timelapse Camera Types & Specs
- Solar Time-lapse Camera — runs off-grid on solar power, built for sites without reliable mains electricity
- 12MP Time-Lapse Camera — a solid mid-range option for standard progress monitoring where 4–8MP isn't quite enough detail
- 45MP DSLR Box Time-Lapse Camera — for sites where image detail matters most
- 24MP DSLR Box Time-Lapse Camera — a lighter option with the same reliability
- 360° Image-Based Long-Term Time-Lapse Camera — full-circle coverage from fixed control points
- 4MP & 8MP Time-Lapse Camera, Basic Mode — straightforward stills-only coverage
- 4MP & 8MP Time-Lapse Camera, Image + Video Dual Mode — stills and live video from the same unit
- PTZ Time-Lapse Camera — pan, tilt, and zoom coverage from a single mounting point
- CCTV Integrated Time-Lapse Camera — turns your existing CCTV or IP camera setup into a full time-lapse system; no new hardware required
Need higher resolution than what’s listed? We can supply cameras up to 100MP for sites where extreme image detail is non-negotiable, such as large-scale aerial reference shots, high-resolution facade documentation, or projects where every crack and joint needs to be visible on zoom. Tell us your resolution requirement when you get in touch, and we’ll spec the right camera for it.
Everything you need to monitor your site
From live feeds to AI-powered insights, Binalapse gives you a complete picture of what’s happening on site.
Live view & timelapse
Check the site as it is right now, or pull up a time-lapse video. Default videos generate automatically; custom cuts for a specific date range, speed, or quality take a few clicks.
Image comparison
Drop two dates side by side, in slider view or split view, and see exactly what changed between them.
AI detection
Vehicles and people are tracked automatically, hard-hat compliance is flagged, and all are cross-referenced against historical weather data for the same dates.
Mobile sync
Capture, edit, and upload site photos from the Binalapse app without waiting to get back to a desk.
Reports
On-demand PDF reports, or scheduled ones landing in your inbox weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.
Markup & sharing
Circle an issue, add a note, and send it to whoever needs to see it, all inside the platform.
Aerial imagery
Satellite reference views, drone footage, and 360° panoramas, layered in alongside your ground-level camera feed.
Who Needs a Construction Progress Camera?
If you’ve been searching for a site progress camera rather than just a security CCTV
setup, this is built for you.
- Contractors who need dated proof of progress for clients, consultants, or dispute resolution
- Developers running multiple sites who want one dashboard instead of five separate systems
- Consultants and project managers who need reports they can hand to a client without extra formatting work
- Anyone already running CCTV who wants time-lapse and reporting without replacing existing hardware
Binalapse vs Standard CCTV
| Feature | Binalapse | Standard CCTV |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | Unlimited | Monthly, then overwritten |
| Data backup | Instant backup to dual servers | Hard disk only |
| Data retrieval | Any point in time, in seconds | Gone if it wasn’t saved to disc |
| Clarity | HD, via DSLR box camera | Often compressed to save space |
| Cameras needed | Usually 1–2 per site | Typically 4–6 for the same coverage |
| Time-lapse | Default and custom, built-in | Not available |
| Installation | Plug and play | Wiring, cabling, LAN required |
| Connectivity | Built-in WiFi or SIM-based | Needs LAN or external WiFi |
| Reports | Built in | Not possible |
Projects We've Documented
- Al Haram Project
- Saudi Railway
- NEOM Office Project
- Grand Hotel, Qiddiya — Consultant: BSBG. Contractor: BUJV.
- Northeast Transport Hub, Qiddiya — Consultant: Egis. Contractor: BUJV.
Timelapse Camera Monitoring, Wherever You Build
We run Binalapse across Saudi Arabia and the UAE right now, from our offices in
Riyadh and Dubai. The service has also extended into the UK and Germany, so
wherever your site sits across these regions, the setup and reporting stay the same.
Core Monitoring Tools
Image Comparison
Put any two moments side by side. Choose images from different dates, line them up, and the changes jump out. It's the fastest way to settle the questions or to catch work drifting off plan before it costs you.
Live View
Watch the site in real time. High-definition footage streams from any active camera, so you can check what's happening right now instead of waiting on a call from the foreman.
Timelapse
The captured images assemble into a single progress video automatically. What you get is the whole job, groundbreaking through handover, told as one continuous sequence.
Advanced Aerial Imagery
Satellite Images
Pull up historical satellite shots to follow the bigger changes: site boundaries, land development, anything that plays out across a wide area over time.
Drone Videos
Upload drone footage and play it back for views a fixed camera can't reach. Useful when you need the full scope of a site or an angle from above.
360° Panoramas
Load images or video and move through the site in 360 degrees. It gives a sense of the space that flat photos miss.
FAQ
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What is a timelapse camera for construction?
A camera that shoots stills at set intervals, then stitches them into a video showing your site's progress over weeks or months, all without anyone needing to visit in person.
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How is Binalapse different from a normal CCTV setup?
Unlimited storage, built-in time-lapse, AI detection, and reports you can actually schedule. Most CCTV systems do none of that.
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Do I need to remove my existing cameras?
No. Binalapse integrates with almost any existing IP camera or CCTV system already on site.
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Can I access it from my phone?
Yes. Live feeds, timelapse videos, and photo uploads all work from the Binalapse mobile app.
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Does it work on sites with poor internet?
Yes. Cameras run on built-in WiFi or SIM-based connectivity, so you're not dependent on site infrastructure.
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Where is Binalapse available?
Saudi Arabia, the UAE, the UK, and Germany all live now.
Services
Any Questions? Let’s talk
- Al Haram Project
- Mall of Saudi Project
- Saudi Railway
- NEOM Office Project
- Qiddiya Road Project