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3D Scanning for Architecture, Engineering & Construction

From the design stage to the inspection stage, 3D scanning and measurement is an integral element of architecture, engineering, and construction. Our terrestrial scanning services can save you hundreds of hours on planning time and misspent labor.

Laser Design's 3D terrestrial & LiDAR specialists have experience with new construction, renovation, historic preservation, and building inspection projects around the world. From historic homes to international airports, terrestrial scanning services is an ideal 3D as-built documentation solution for any building project's needs.

Benefits of 3D Scanning Services:

On-site 3D scanning of your site that is virtually unlimited in size and environment including broad daylight, the dark of night, indoors, and outdoors
Receive complete documentation of existing as-built conditions
Obtain permanent records for immediate or future uses
Save time and cost by reducing your time with cameras and measurement devices
Increase safety in unsafe locations
3D Scan and replicate sites and ornate details
Verify architecture of floors, walls, buildings & more – this terrestrial (or static LiDAR) technology is great for the AEC/AEP world!
and many specific benefits based on your industry and application!

3D Scanning Deliverables:

3D CAD Models
BIM Integration
As-built Documentation
Fly-through and presentation capabilities with more accuracy than photos or video alone
Point Cloud Data
Elevation Drawings
Plan View Drawings

We also sell long-range Artec Ray for your long-ranging scanner needs!

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What is 3D Terrestrial Scanning?

Terrestrial & Mobile 3D scanning are techniques for collecting high-density spatial imaging with millions of coordinates quickly and accurately.

Using highly accurate 3D scan data generated with 3D scanning you are able to view as-built documentation in a virtual world. The point cloud data can also be surfaced to generate a CAD model which can be used for comparison or reconstruction.

The size of the specimen being scanned is no longer limited to the directional travel of a machine, or the reach of an arm. Scans can be taken anywhere, at virtually any time. The raw output of terrestrial scanning is "point-cloud" data, which we can use as reference to create a fully parametric file in your design software.

Laser Design uses top of the line 3D software systems and software for your project! We have experience with the latest technology and always pick the right software and 3D system for your job to ensure the best results.

3D Terrestrial Scanning Photo Gallery

The Laser Design Terrestrial 3D Team has been busy! We've been to the World Trade Center, the new U.S. Bank Stadium, Space Needle, Miami Airport, ships in Korea, the Mirage volcano and more! We have the experience and know-how to tackle your next project! Check out our gallery of photos.

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3D Terrestrial Scanning Case Studies and News

List of Terrestrial Projects

The Laser Design team has provided 3D scanning services for clients in many industries around the globe. Our 3D scanning engineers work with you to get you the 3D data you need for your project. Below is a list of some of the projects we've worked on out in the field.

Project	Project Overview	Equipment Used	Software Used	Client
MSP Airport, St. Paul, MN	Laser scanned airport mechanical rooms and mechanical bays in the terminal. Created a 3D Revit model of the existing structural features, piping, ducts, equipment and conduit.	Leica P30 and FARO Focus 120	Leica Cyclone, EdgeWise BIM Suite, Autodesk Recap, Autodesk Revit	Mechanical Design Company
World Trade Center, New York City	Laser scanning existing structural features and created a 3D model in Revit.	Faro Focus 120	Faro Scene, Autodesk Recap, Autodesk Revit	Global Designer and Manufacturer
Multiple Silicon Valley Tech Company Buildings, Sunnyvale, CA	Laser scanned the interior and exterior of two 9 story office buildings and mechanical areas. Created a 3D model of all the existing MEP, architectural and structural features including the hangers on all of the MEP.	Two Leica P30/40 and FARO Focus 120/330	Leica Cyclone, EdgeWise BIM Suite, Autodesk Recap, Autodesk Revit	Construction Company
Beverage Manufacturing Plants - Arizona, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Florida	Laser scanned multiple assembly lines for design purposes and for the future placement of new assembly lines. Added 3D models of designed assembly lines into the point cloud to verify clearances of proposed equipment to monitor impact on the employees and forklifts.	Leica P30	Leica Cyclone, Autodesk Recap, Autodesk Autocad	Beverage Manufacturer

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AEC Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why should my company use 3D scanning?

3D scanning is the most effective method for collection of complete as-built measurement data.

- No return trips for additional measurements
- Millions or even billions of measurements of everything in the space.
- With our scanners all measurements are accurate to within +/- 1mm to 2mm.

Downstream benefits include:
- Reduction or elimination of field modifications when installing equipment or structural elements when 3D scanning is used in the design phase.
- Documentation of existing conditions for future design/build/maintenance.
- Reduce or eliminate change orders by improved design accuracy.

Why should my company use Laser Design for 3D scanning?

With Laser Design on-site 3D scanning of your site is virtually unlimited in size and environment including daylight, darkness, indoors, and outdoors.

With Laser Design you receive complete documentation of existing as-built conditions. You will obtain permanent records for immediate or future uses.

Laser Design is ITAR Registered – with Laser Design your ITAR project is compliant and being fulfilled by a company that is ITAR Registered.

Save time and cost by capturing measurement and color data much more efficiently and completely than with traditional cameras and very slow and limited measurement devices. With Laser Design's scanning equipment, you minimize risk in unsafe conditions by scanning most information from the floor.

We can capture ornate details of decorative architectural features. We can verify architectural structure of building floors, walls, ceilings, MEP, fenestration, roofs, site plans and many more benefits based on your industry and application!

Laser Design has been designing 3D laser scanning systems and providing 3D scanning services for over 30 years, so our depth of knowledge is the best in the industry.

What types of companies can benefit from long-range 3D scanning?

- Construction Companies and General Contractors
- Architects
- Engineers
- Facilities Managers
- Manufacturers
- Real Estate Companies
- Heavy Equipment Companies
- Mining Operators
- Municipalities
- Forensic Engineering

How do 3D laser scanners work?

All 3D scanners are measurement devices and their measurement data can be used for many applications.

State-of-the-art long-range scanners used in the AEC industry emit an eye-safe laser pulse to measure the distance of an object from the scanner at a rate of one million measurements per second. The scanner collects data in 360 degrees horizontal and vertical.

The collected data is in the form of a point cloud which consists of XYZ coordinate data with accuracy of +/- 1mm to 2 mm. This data defines every object out to hundreds of feet and within line-of-sight of the scanner.

Can you set the scanner in the center of the room and capture everything in one scan?

Theoretically yes if you are scanning a perfectly featureless room with no obstructions but in the real world the scanner is set up in multiple locations to see all sides of existing structures and record complete data in the space with minimal occlusions; this takes more or less time depending on the complexity of the space..

Using this technique, we can scan a complex space including multiple rooms and multiple floors, complex piping and equipment and combine all scans into a single point cloud image.

We can even connect the inside of a building to the outside and roof and adjacent buildings and structures.

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