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3D Laser Surveys and Point Cloud Surveys

Capturing Reliable Building Data with 3D Laser Surveys

Working collaboratively from the outset, our experienced surveyors will hone the 3D laser survey brief with you. Ensuring you get the information you want in the right format either a 3D Revit model and/or 2D plans alongside the registered Point Cloud data file.

Following our visit to site, we will quickly share the survey data with you as a Point Cloud. We will deliver it directly to your desktops, so you can immediately start working.

Meanwhile, our surveyors will create the 3D Revit model or 2D plans to your specification.

CADS’ laser survey clients include

3D Laser Surveying Expertise

Whether your point cloud survey is for a construction project or property asset record, our skilled surveyors will take a highly accurate 3D laser survey of the existing building and site. Working throughout the UK and into Europe, recent projects include Chelmsford Leisure Centre, Goodmayes Hospital in London, Salisbury Maltings and Gentleman’s Walk in Norwich.

We also have surveyors trained to undertake laser surveys of historic buildings to Historic England’s requirements such as Eling Tide Mill.

Point Cloud Surveys

Using the FARO Focus 3D scanner, our surveyors capture the real world environment at a particular point in time. We create a Point Cloud by registering the geometric scan data. The Point Cloud contains fully aligned high quality 360 degree panoramic photographs.

Once registered the survey data may be promptly shared with the client via WebShare. This means you can start work using the data without delay. You will be able to virtually walk around the site or taking check measurements as needed.

Creating a BIM-ready 3D Revit® Model

Using BIM authoring software such as Revit® we will efficiently register the Point Cloud data file and then build a BIM-ready 3D model of the facility.

This 3D model can then be integrated into your BIM process and be interrogated to enable you to start working on developing the architectural designs.

The point cloud data files can also be imported into Autodesk Inventor and used in the design of digital prototypes.

3D models or 2D drawings

The data deliverables from your laser scan survey can include both 3D models and 2D CAD drawings. As with a traditional survey, we can create your models and plans to varying levels of detail in line with your budget, timescale and specification. This includes creating CGI architectural visuals if you need them.

To avoid unnecessary work, delays and costs we will work with you to ensure these deliverables are defined in the survey brief.

“We appointed C A Design Services as our survey experts on the Chelmsford Leisure Centre project as we knew the team had the expertise we required in laser scanning and modelling a project of this size. We chose to involve them in the design strategy as we knew they would add valuable and professional insight.”
Keith Prendergast | Director | Pick Everard

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Comprehensive service delivery

Our surveyors, using the latest technology, are proficient in capturing and managing the large amounts of data created by the laser scanner. We will guide you, if needed, in the implications and decisions related to the scale of survey, point cloud and model data.

We will also provide access to the data via SCENE WebShare while we are preparing the final plans and models. This means we can phase delivery of the survey information as the project progresses without the need for costly return visits to site.

Good communication

We recognise the importance of developing good lines of communication from the very first point of contact. By understanding the full scope of your project we can provide expert advice. This will result in you receiving the best service and a practical cost-effective output for the project now as well as over the longer term.

How Can We Help You?

Please get in touch to discuss your laser survey requirements or get a survey quote by filling out the form

or contact us on 01493 440444, or by email sales@cadesignservices.co.uk

Laser Surveys, Point Clouds & Revit Models

Laser Survey Case Studies

Complex 3D BIM model & laser survey of Chelmsford Leisure Centre

CADS was invited as surveying specialists, to be part of the design team for the £25 million Riverside Ice and Leisure Centre redevelopment in Chelmsford.

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Laser scan of Natural History Museum’s retail space

Natural History Museum’s Head of Retail requested measured surveys of the museum’s three permanent gift shops and storage areas so that configuration and product categories could be identified.

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Survey and 3D model for civil engineering project

Structural steel fabrication company Nusteel approached CADS to laser scan Heath Town footbridge in Wolverhampton and deliver an HD 3D model and Point Cloud data file.

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