CONSTRUCTION

3D laser scanning is proving invaluable to the success of today’s fast-paced and technically challenging construction projects. Echometrics provides 3D laser scanning services in all phases of construction. By exposing building inaccuracies early in the process, laser scanning lowers risk for general and specialty contractors by ensuring as-built drawings are accurate and complete, ultimately reducing change orders and rework.

Echometrics works to create custom deliverables which aid in the design, planning and execution phases of various construction projects. Laser scanning is a fast, accurate and non-intrusive way to collect as-built construction data, and it eliminates the need to return to the site for additional measurements.

Design Phase

Accurate 2D or 3D CAD/BIM model

Planning Phase

Design adjusted to fit as-built site condition

Execution Phase

Layout components to follow exact model

With traditional construction methods, issues and variations to a site are identified only after a component has arrived to a site for installation. Many inefficiencies are produced by this practice, some of which include material waste, increased labor, and low quality products. Using our innovative 3D consulting services, issues on a site are found in the beginning stages of a project. Components fabricated based of as-built CAD drawings ensure they are installed with a perfect fit, optimal aesthetic, and reduced rework.

3D Scanning In Construction

Streamlined fabrication and installation.

CURTAIN WALL

Unique processes allow us to take a set of drawings for a given curtain wall and adjust all dimensions to precisely follow site conditions. If required for installation, we layout mullions and anchors to ensure a perfect assembly. Complex glass and framing geometry is confidently fabricated for a one time installation.

STEEL

Steel drawing verification and optimization. Mapping existing site conditions and location of embeds for early design validation. Analyzing crane position, clash avoidance, steel erection layout and quality assurance/checking.

GLAZING

Exact glass sizes are determined by taking the architectural design intent and overlaying it onto the 3D as-built site measurements and adjusting it accordingly. Conditions such as minimum overhang, slope, hole locations, and interference are modeled to specification.

Concrete

Quickly mobilize to capture post-tensioning, rebar plan, sleeves and existing conduits prior to scan. Complete data for slab level and flatness showing deviations in a colored cloud with respect to elevation. Total station setups to layout areas of concern.