Point Cloud Modeling: A Flourishing Technology in Construction Industry

Point Cloud modeling or Point Cloud BIM is gaining popularity among architects and other professionals. But what exactly is this Point Cloud BIM? Let’s understand it:

Initially, a structure is scanned using laser technique. The scanned data is collected in form of points in the three-dimensional coordinate system. Ths data is stored in a large database called ‘Point Cloud’. Hence, we can say that a point cloud modeling service allows collecting and storing data of a structure in a very accurate digital record.

The scanning of structure takes place in a quick and easy way through the use of lasers which is collected and stored as ‘Scan to BIM’. This scan to BIM service is further used for creating 3D models. Laser scanning offers several benefits. Few of them are mentioned here:

• A lot of time is saved for scanning through laser technique.
• A large amount of data is collected in a very short time. Sharing of data becomes quick and easy as well as the speedy discharge of activity on site.
• Accuracy is also a benefit of this scanning process.
• Precise off-site fabrication and less on-site changes are the added benefits of scanning.
• Site revisions can be reduced as it helps in a faster turnaround.

Now that we are through with the scanning part, let us understand what are the benefits of point cloud visualization during the project lifecycle:

1. During Preconstruction:

• Point cloud visualization gives a virtual image of the project before even the construction process commences.
• Owners and engineers can make better decisions with the help of these virtual models during early phases thus relieving them from any confusion after construction starts.
• A site can be viewed accurately prior to the construction so it gives an early insight into the plan and designs saving a lot of rework afterward.
• It is the key to cost and time savings on site.

2. During Construction:

• Point cloud BIM during construction phase offers a quick check of the project progress. It ensures whether the project is progressing in accordance with the designs or not. Planning also becomes easy with the derived footprints, elevations, sections and 3D models.
• As the construction begins, the point cloud modeling helps in easy interior fitting, full record scan, 2D floor plan, and more.

3. Post Construction:

• As-built records are maintained once the project completes. This is in form of drawings which provide a complete guideline on what is actually built at the end of a project. Point cloud modeling offers easy creation of as-built records.
• If there are any changes to be made in the project for renovation, then the point cloud BIM comes into play as all the records are maintained in a single database which is easy to handle and manage. Thus, it allows easy renovation of the existing structures.

We are offering Point Cloud BIM services:

SteelConstruction Detailing Pvt. Ltd. is offering Point Cloud BIM and Point Cloud modeling services to its clients for giving them the benefits mentioned above. We understand the market trends and thus offer uniqueness while integrating the trends into our services. With the use of BIM, we offer effective storage and management of the project data in form of a point cloud.

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