Scan to BIM
Scan to BIM (Point Cloud)
Scan to BIM is the technique used to digitally capture existing reality and translate it into an accurate 3D model.
Using 3D laser scanning, a building, installation or site is mapped down to the millimetre. The collected point cloud then forms the basis for an intelligent BIM model.
This creates a digital representation of the actual situation, complete with all structural, architectural and installation details. This model is ideal for renovation, repurposing, expansion or management of existing buildings.
Why Scan to BIM
When renovating, repurposing or integrating installations, reliable documentation of the existing situation is often lacking.
By scanning down to the millimetre, a digital representation is created of how things really are, not how they should be according to old drawings. This prevents surprises, saves time and reduces costs.
Our approach
Curious about how Scan to BIM / Point Cloud works? Read about the approach below:
Measurement intake & scanning phase
During scanning, high-precision 3D measurements are taken to record all architectural and technical installation elements, such as walls, floors, openings and structural components.
Point cloud processing
The scanned data is recorded and combined into a coherent dataset. This forms the basis for the BIM model.
Modelling & integration
The BIM model is constructed from the point cloud, with attention to architectural, installation and structural details. The result is a model that is not only visually accurate, but can also be used immediately for follow-up activities.
Completion & follow-up
You will receive the BIM model in the agreed level of detail (LOD) and format, ready for design, implementation or facility management.
For whom and in what situations
- Renovation and repurposing of offices, schools, healthcare buildings or homes where the existing condition must be known as accurately as possible.
- Installation or construction projects where new components must logically connect to what is already in place.
- Facility management and administration where an up-to-date model of the “as-is” building forms the basis for efficient maintenance and future planning.
What are the benefits for you?
- An accurate digital basis that is more precise than traditional drawings and measurements.
- Lower failure costs thanks to early insight into clash-sensitive or deviating situations.
- Faster turnaround time: with the right data from the outset, subsequent phases are better prepared.
- Increased reliability for implementation, management or transformation; the model can be used for multiple disciplines.
Moving forward together
Scan to BIM combines advanced measurement technology with architectural expertise. It not only provides an accurate record of the existing situation, but also forms a valuable basis for optimising design, implementation and management processes.
This provides digital insight into the current situation, allows follow-up steps to be better coordinated and creates a clearer picture of the overall project result.
