3D LASER SCANNING IN ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION

We offer a range of as-built surveys for architectural development. As the manipulation of point cloud data becomes more common throughout the industry, architects and engineers are increasingly utilizing point cloud information themselves.

If required Petra Point can scan and supply a registered point cloud in your chosen format. Production of architectural documentation is often the next step. From the point cloud data 2D floor plans, sections and elevations can be extracted and tailored specifically to the client’s specification.

3D CAD Models can be specified. These can be produced in wireframe, surface or solid format and typically delivered in DGN or DWG format. As with our 2D products the levels of detail can be tailored specifically the client’s specification.

While still true with more traditional 2D and 3D deliverables, within a BIM environment it is vitally important to develop a scope that accommodates the requirements of all stakeholders. A little collaborative time spent on day one will pay dividends throughout the lifecycle of the project.

Both level of detail (LOD), level of information (LOI) and an appropriate coordinate system should be carefully considered.

Petra Point will work with you to build a product that is right for you

BENEFITS OF 3D LASER SCANNING:
Time

Reducing time on site compared to traditional survey methods.

Easy of sharing

Data can be easily shared and reviewed by all stakeholders (see TruView product).

Accuracy

Full information about the shape and position of building elements leading to a lower risk of errors within a design (see clash detection product).


Digital Power

Digitising unique objects with full spatial and colour information.

Visualisations

In addition to the architectural recording and archiving the dataset can also be utilised in the production of marketing and visual material.

Orthophoto

New methodology for orthoimages

3D LASER SCANNING IN HERITAGE BUILDING

3D laser scanning really comes into its own when utilised within the heritage environment. The ability to accurately capture complex and irregular features quickly and remotely has obvious benefits over traditional survey techniques. Combined with photographic imagery a comprehensive base dataset can be achieved.

3D Models – Delivered in DWG, DGN or Revit (See BIM section) Format. 3D topographic surveys.
RGB (Colour) point clouds
Orthoimages
Mesh Models – Combining scan data with high-resolution digital imagery suitable for 3D printing
Animations and fly-throughs

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