Laser Scanning, BIM, 3D Modelling & Right Of Light Surveys Starting your project with accurate base plans are vital. We can provide detailed surveys which can include topographic plans, utility location plans, elevations, roof plans, floor plans, sections and even reflected ceiling plans. Laser scanning provides a better option than the more traditional surveying methods due to the speed and high detail of the data collected.
With high speed laser scanners, it's possible to record more data when it comes to capturing complex surfaces and hard to reach environments meaning a safer survey. It's also a much more efficient method of surveying detailed buildings than using more traditional techniques. We can also in-fill those missing areas on roof plans with our drone.
Combining both laser scanning and drone survey data, we can fully complete your 3D BIM models to include all the roof detail or other detail that would usually be omitted by the laser scanner from the ground. CT Surveys can provide surveys with 3D models and reports to ensure you have a high level of detail in regards to all property and land. with an experienced team and quality equipment, this is always completed accurately.
Our Commercially Qualified Drone Pilot can meticulously plan the flight of the drone and carries out all pre-flight checks prior to all flights. The drone records high resolution images that we put through software to create a 3D model. This model can be exported to be combined with the laser scan data to create a much more complete survey that surveying from the ground only. We can also provide the image stills giving you a fantastic record of your building.
Using the combined model with the laser scanning and drone data, we can produce highly detailed and accurate CAD drawings or BIM models.
The drone can also be used on large open spaces to create a topographic ground model. which we can convert to a traditional 2D/3D CAD drawing. This can often save time and money from surveying with more conventional methods.
When a site has been surveyed using laser scanning techniques, it's very rare that a return site visit will be needed. This is due to the high detail and density which is recorded from the laser scanner, recording far more detail than is sometimes necessary.
Adding information to a survey brief as an afterthought may now not be such a costly issue.
It is then also possible to provide orthometric scaled images from the scanned data, which can be placed as an underlay to the 2D line drawings. This provides a much more detailed deliverable than many of our local competitors can provide. We are also able to produce perspective images of the point cloud data which can assist visual presentations to planning authorities or clients.
With the use of a laser scanner, a 3D point cloud is produced from each individual scan which is then digitally stitched together using Leica Cyclone software. This then produces a full 3D model of the subject building which has been scanned. The completed 3D model is then outputted from Cyclone into CAD or modelling software, which can be traced to render very highly detailed 2D and 3D drawings, ROL 3D models and BIM.
We can 'slice' into the 3D point cloud to view a section of the full model in either plan, sections or elevation. From these 'slices' we can produce highly detailed and accurate floor plans, elevations (internal or external) and cross sections. Using the point cloud data in 3D we can create Right of Light models and 3D models for BIM to various levels of detail.
With our Leica P40 and Faro Focus3D laser scanners, we can measure practically any type of building from small domestic projects to larger commercial or historical buildings due to the efficiency with which it collects the site data.
We have even laser scanned objects such as locomotives and vessels for art projects. If you see a use of a 3D point cloud for your project, please contact us and we can discuss if this is something we can assist you with: you don't have to be an architect or engineer to get use from point cloud data!
Our company is continually working towards providing our clients the 3D point cloud data which has been recorded at the site so they can then see and use this rich and informative point cloud data. The advantage of this is it can save time and money, as a vast amount of information the client requires can be sourced from the 3D point cloud data.
BIM Surveys / Scan To BIM Our company can also supply 3D models for Building Information Modelling. BIM is quickly growing in adoption across the whole construction industry and we have invested time and money preparing our company since 2014 for the future of BIM surveys.
There are many levels to the BIM process. Depending on your requirements, a basic 3D mass model may be sufficient, or you may require full detail showing the topography of the land in 3D or even down to the position of lights and fittings. We can even add the underground services to our models in 3D.
The more detail we model, the more time it takes and therefore the higher the cost of the survey, so please contact us and we will be happy to discuss your project and the level of detail you require.
Our company offer Leica TruView as part of our growing number of services. You can download TruView plug-in for use with Internet Explorer, which is free to download and use.
With Leica Geosystems TruView, it's possible for clients to download actual 3D co-ordinates, which will allow them to take accurate measurement distances. The data appears directly within the point cloud image. It's also simple to make mark ups, which can then be saved and shared with your co-workers and clients for more efficient communication.
It's possible to then publish scanned laser images over the internet, which can then be viewed and measured online, or via your company's intranet or computer network. The Leica TruView system is available to anyone who wishes to use it, measure or mark up derailed, laser scan point clouds. The only requirement to view the files we create is a working Internet connection and the installation of the TruView plug-in for Internet Explorer.
Using the Leica TruView software requires no training or previous knowledge of CAD or 3D software is needed. Leica TruView can make panoramic images of point clouds, which are then stitched together on your computer to appear as if you are standing where the laser scanner was placed. You can then rotate the view of the image, and pan horizontally or vertically around it.
Please contact us if you are interested in using the TruView software.
