01 / POINT CLOUD
Point Cloud Processing
Review and organize point cloud information to establish a suitable foundation for BIM model development.
Reality Capture & Digital Engineering
Scan to BIM & Point Cloud to BIM Services
Convert point cloud and reality-capture information into accurate, coordinated 3D BIM models for existing buildings, structural systems, renovation projects and digital construction workflows.
Scan to BIM Capabilities
Turning Point Cloud Data Into Usable BIM Information
Scan to BIM uses point cloud and reality-capture data as the basis for developing digital representations of existing conditions. The resulting model can support documentation, renovation planning, coordination, design development and other project-specific workflows.
02 / STRUCTURE
Structural Scan to BIM
Develop digital representations of existing structural members, framing systems and other relevant components.
03 / ARCHITECTURAL
Architectural Scan to BIM
Model existing architectural elements and building conditions from available reality-capture information.
04 / MEP
MEP Scan to BIM
Develop suitable mechanical, electrical and plumbing representations from existing-condition data.
05 / AS-BUILT
As-Built BIM Modeling
Create digital models representing existing conditions for documentation, renovation and coordination purposes.
06 / RENOVATION
Renovation BIM Support
Existing-condition models can provide a digital reference for renovation and retrofit planning.
07 / COORDINATION
Existing Condition Coordination
Coordinate modeled conditions with project information and proposed design requirements.
08 / DOCUMENTATION
Existing Building Documentation
Develop drawings and model information supporting project-specific documentation requirements.
09 / DIGITAL TWIN
Digital Building Information
Structured BIM information can provide a foundation for future digital building and facility workflows.
Existing Conditions
Capture Reality. Build the Digital Model.
Point cloud data contains detailed spatial information about an existing environment. Scan to BIM transforms that information into structured digital geometry that project teams can use for visualization, coordination and documentation.
- Existing structural framing
- Architectural building elements
- Mechanical and building services
- Existing-condition documentation
- Renovation and retrofit planning
- Coordination with proposed design
Reality Capture Workflow
From Point Cloud Data to a Coordinated BIM Model
Scan to BIM projects require careful interpretation of captured information and clear definition of the required modeling scope and level of development.
Point Cloud Review
Review the available scan data, coverage, registration quality and project requirements before model development begins.
Modeling Scope Definition
Establish which structural, architectural or MEP elements are required and define the appropriate modeling detail.
BIM Model Development
Develop model geometry from the available point cloud information while maintaining alignment with the agreed project scope.
Model Coordination
Review modeled elements and coordinate them with project drawings, design information or other disciplines where applicable.
Project Applications
Where Scan to BIM Can Support Your Project
Reality-capture-based BIM can be used across a wide range of existing-building and infrastructure workflows.
Existing Buildings
Digital documentation of existing building conditions.
Renovation Projects
Existing-condition models supporting renovation
planning and coordination.
Retrofit Projects
Digital representation of existing structures for
retrofit planning.
Industrial Facilities
Structural and facility modeling for complex
industrial environments.
Commercial Properties
Building information for upgrades, documentation
and coordination.
Heritage Buildings
Existing-condition digital documentation where
appropriate.
Infrastructure
Digital modeling support for suitable existing
infrastructure environments.
Facility Management
Structured building information supporting future
facility workflows.
Project Workflow
A Controlled Approach to Scan to BIM Delivery
Clear project inputs, modeling standards and quality controls help maintain consistency throughout the Scan to BIM workflow.
01 / INPUT
Receive Scan Data
Review available point cloud files, drawings and project requirements.
02 / REVIEW
Analyze Conditions
Examine captured conditions and establish the appropriate modeling scope.
03 / MODEL
Develop BIM
Build the agreed structural, architectural or MEP model from the captured information.
04 / CHECK
Quality Review
Review model geometry and coordination against the available project information.
05 / DELIVER
Final Model
Deliver the agreed BIM model and associated documentation.
Typical Deliverables
Scan to BIM Project Deliverables
Deliverables are defined according to the project scope, available scan data, required modeling discipline and agreed level of development.
3D BIM Model
Structured digital representation of the modeled
existing conditions.
Structural Model
Existing structural framing and relevant components
modeled from captured information.
Architectural Model
Suitable existing architectural elements represented
within the BIM environment.
MEP Model
Applicable mechanical, electrical and plumbing
elements modeled from available information.
Existing Condition Drawings
Drawings developed from the BIM model where included
in the project scope.
Model-Based Documentation
Project-specific views, schedules or documentation
based on the agreed deliverables.
Scan Data + BIM
Connecting Existing Conditions With Future Design
A structured existing-condition model can become a useful reference for architects, engineers, contractors and facility teams working on modifications to an existing environment.
One Digital Reference for the Existing Environment
Scan-to-BIM workflows can help project teams move from raw spatial data toward an organized digital model. When coordinated with proposed design information, the model can support visualization, design review, coordination and project planning.
- Existing-condition visualization
- Structural coordination
- Renovation planning
- Design-to-existing comparison
- Multidisciplinary BIM coordination
Frequently Asked Questions
Scan to BIM & Point Cloud FAQ
What is Scan to BIM?
Scan to BIM is the process of using reality-capture information such as point clouds to develop a digital BIM representation of an existing building, structure or environment.
What is Point Cloud to BIM?
Point Cloud to BIM converts spatial information captured through scanning into structured BIM geometry according to a defined project scope and modeling requirement.
What can be modeled from a point cloud?
Depending on scan quality and project requirements, structural, architectural and MEP elements may be modeled from available point cloud information.
Can Scan to BIM support renovation projects?
Yes. Existing-condition BIM models can provide a digital reference for renovation, retrofit, coordination and design development workflows.
What files are required to start a Scan to BIM project?
Requirements depend on the project, but typical inputs may include registered point cloud data, existing drawings, photographs, project standards and the required BIM modeling scope.
Scan to BIM Services
Have Point Cloud Data That Needs to Become a BIM Model?
Share your scan data, existing drawings and project requirements. We can review the available information and discuss the appropriate modeling scope.