3D Laser Scanning

We take your laser scan projects to the next level

Lasers have become an integral tool in construction. Laser technology has made building easier and safer, from making sure a structure is level to helping produce an architectural plan from a 3D scan.

Architecture professionals at ARC understand the impact 3D laser scan to BIM can have on the planning and execution of your project.

Benefits of 3D Laser Scanning

Precision + Accuracy

BIM laser scanning is the most accurate way to represent existing conditions. Through its years of experience, ARC has developed such processes.

Efficiency

Laser scanners can capture up to 2 million measurements per second, which is faster than traditional methods of measure. Hiring an architecture consultant will increase project efficiency.

Freedom to Design

Having confidence is key when proceeding with a design. There is no need be forced into making bad assumptions by outdated floor plans when you can base your designs on existing conditions.

Safety

Worried about on-site surveying hazards? Scanners improve the safety of survey personnel, allowing them to stay clear of operating equipment. A 3D building scan is the optimum way to guarantee site safety.

Quality Assurance

Laser scans generate point clouds which can be utilized for quality control checks, eliminating return trips to the site. Hand measures often require a return trip due to the heightened possibility of errors.

Geo-Location of Data

Laser scan data may be geo-located, giving designers the ability to model on real-world civil coordinates.

Orthogonal Imagery

Scan data can be used to capture and publish structures in an orthogonal fashion for the accurate generation of plans, sections, and elevational views without having to model or draw line work.

Virtual Tours

Scan data may be published as a 360-degree virtual tour, allowing easy access to all users through their web browsers. These tours allow measurements to be taken directly from the laser scan imagery.

Capture Made Simple

Complicated geometries are easily captured with a 3d construction scanner. We can scan and model rockwork, curved and warped surfaces, or even capture and calculate volumes of cut and fill.

Above Ceiling Surveys

Scanners are line-of-sight instruments. If they can see it, they can most likely capture it. This means SMEP/FP systems above ceilings such as ducts, piping, beams, conduits, and fire sprinklers can be modeled.

Time + Cost Savings

Laser scanning gives you the confidence to pre-fabricate materials in the factory and bring them to the site for precise installation, resulting in tremendous time and cost savings.

Risk Reduction

Laser scans can provide designers and contractors accurate information of existing conditions. When field data is not validated, costly change orders and project delays are often the result of the laser survey.

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The art of the point cloud

Laser scanners capture everything within their line-of-site. As the laser paints across the surface of an object it is taking millions of measurements. Each measurement results in a single point in space. These millions of individual points form what is called a point cloud.

A point cloud is three dimensional and shows all the out-of-plumb / out-of-square conditions found in the real world. The point cloud may then be used to represent structures as either 2D CAD line work, or even a 3D intelligent Building Information Model (BIM).

Receiving the laser scanned data provided us with the ability to refer back and measure areas without having to return to the site for additional field investigation. This is not only a time saving advantage, but a sustainable one also."

- Lawrence C.

I have always looked to ARC as an expert on matters related to 3D laser scanning and building documentation. ARC has always provided me with the straight-forward, objective answers and takes the time to thoroughly answer all of my questions."

- Peggy Y.

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You, our valued client, are the focus of all we do. We view ourselves as an extension of your team - your strategic partner in reality capture services. We are fully committed to your success, guaranteeing that all phone calls and emails will be promptly returned.

We will provide courteous and professional service, and above all, we will produce the highest quality product every time to support you as you fulfill your project needs and business commitments in reality capture services.

U.S. Institute of Building Documentation/LOA Certified

Staff at ARC is LOA (Level of Accuracy) certified by the U.S. Institute of Building Documentation. The LOA standards were created by the USIBD as a guide for reality capture professionals within the AEC industry.

LOA certified individuals have demonstrated their understanding of the USIBD's LOA specification and how to apply its principles to ensure accuracy and precision in the measurement process.

To us, every square foot matters. That's why our professional employees are trained to follow these standards when working on projects—so you can know that your deliverables are always accurate.