Building information modeling has become an integral part of the way many construction firms do business. More and more contractors are seeing the benefits and value of BIM and using it to take a more proactive approach to construction. Here are some of the exciting things happening in BIM you should expect to see throughout […]
Is a laser scan right for your next project? Before you jump in with this revolutionary technology, ask yourself these five critical questions: #1: How will you use the data? This is always the first question we ask our clients. Talk it over with your provider and/or specifically state how you plan to use the […]
Once your laser scan has been ordered, there are some things you can do to prepare for our crews. First, prior to the scan, have someone (preferably a knowledgeable project manager) onsite to communicate with the scan team when they arrive. Make sure your plant managers know crews are coming. If there is a local […]
When it comes to getting an accurate estimate on laser scanning services, it’s all in the details. The more detailed information you can provide vendors upfront, the more accurate your estimate will be. What kind of information do vendors need? Floor plans of the site and photographs. This will go a long way in getting […]
The alarm was set for 4:00 AM. It was going to be a long day. The mission was to travel to Haiti to survey space for a new community kitchen. The existing kitchen feeds some 1,400 children each day their only meal, which most days is no more than beans and rice. They are the […]
Laser scanning technology is revolutionary in its accuracy and efficiency, but before you decide on a laser scan for your next job, there are several things you should consider. Before each project, we ask every client the same question: “How do you plan to use the data?” Generally speaking, the more valuable and complex the […]