3D Laser Scanning

GeoSurvey, Ltd., offers 3D Laser Scanning services, also known as High Definition Surveying or Reality Capture, as a service to our clients.  This process involves the use of a 3D Laser scanner to produce a “Point Cloud” of surfaces, buildings, structures, or other physical features.  This 3D point cloud can then be easily attached to all Autodesk design software platforms  and many other software packages to use as a basis for creating as-built existing condition drawings and base maps.

GeoSurvey owns and operates a two laser scanners, a Faro X330 and a Trimble SX10 laser scanning total station.     These scanners collect millions 3D points per second while performing 360 degree scans.   Distances to all 3D points are collected to +/- 2mm accuracy.  The scanners also provides rich panoramic color photographs of all areas scanned.  All of this data is assimilated and processed in Faro Scene software, Trimble Business Center, and/or Autodesk ReCap software.

Trimble SX10 Laser Scanning Total Station

3D Laser scans are quickly becoming the most cost efficient and accurate method of developing as-built conditions of existing structures and surfaces.   Days or even weeks of valuable time can be saved by hiring our team to prepare a 3D (three dimensional) point cloud for your next project.   Utilizing our point cloud in your software of choice, you can develop 3d models and base maps that are ready for your designs and decisions in a fraction of the time you are accustomed to.  Accurate measurements between any objects within the scan can be quickly determined from your office – minimizing trips to the site and lost production time.

Our point clouds are compatible with all later versions of most design software packages, including all Autodesk products such as Civil 3D, Revit, AutoCAD, Plant Design, etc.  Many different industries benefit from the use of point clouds, including the following:

Architecture
Plumbing and HVAC Design
Utility Infrastructure
Mechanical Engineering
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Plant Design
Tunnels
Clash Detection
Exterior Facade Design
Accident Scene Documentation Analysis
Historic Preservation

Contact us if you'd like to discuss our 3D laser scanning services.  We look forward to hearing from you soon!