What is Scan to BIM?
Scan to BIM is the process of converting 3D laser scan data (point clouds) into intelligent Building Information Models (BIM). These models contain not just geometry, but rich data about building components, materials, and systems.
The Value of BIM Models
Unlike simple 3D models, BIM models are "intelligent" - each element carries information about what it represents. A wall in a BIM model knows it's a wall, understands its construction type, and can be scheduled, quantified, and analyzed.
BIM Advantages:
- Accurate quantity takeoffs
- Clash detection between disciplines
- Facility management integration
- Energy and performance analysis
LOD Levels Explained
BIM models are created to different Levels of Development (LOD):
- LOD 100: Conceptual - basic massing and location
- LOD 200: Schematic - approximate geometry with generic components
- LOD 300: Design Development - accurate geometry with specific components
- LOD 400: Construction - fabrication-level detail
- LOD 500: As-Built - field-verified representation
Our Scan to BIM Process
- Data Collection: Comprehensive 3D scanning of the facility
- Point Cloud Processing: Registration and cleaning of scan data
- Modeling: Creation of BIM elements from point cloud reference
- Quality Control: Verification against source data
- Delivery: Models in Revit, IFC, or other formats
Industry Applications
Scan to BIM is valuable across many sectors:
- AEC Firms: Renovations and additions
- Facility Managers: Space planning and maintenance
- MEP Contractors: Coordination and prefabrication
- Owners: Asset documentation and management
Contact us to learn how scan-to-BIM can benefit your next project.