The specialists of ABNIA leverage the latest and finest 3D laser scanning technology, we can image the world with the proximity data with the highest accuracy.

We not only quickly collect a wide range of data, but process it from various locations accurately, safely and cost-efficiently. With the advanced technology of 3d laser scanning services, we reach locations which are too dangerous for the traditional scanning method.

3D Laser Scanning is essentially the rapid capture of three-dimensional ( 3D) information reflected from an object or surface onto a light sensor. Once the point cloud data is processed, traditional deliverables such as 2D plans, elevations, and sections can be readily extracted, or used for fly-throughs and contextual purposes.

After the scans are registered, a three-dimensional database is established that can be used throughout the building’s lifecycle, or to aid in reconstruction should damage occur in the future.

Additionally, remarkably sharp and descriptive photographic data is fused with the point cloud to produce dynamic panoramas. In most cases, measurements can be taken from these images and have annotations added to them.

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The surveyed site objects are remotely sensed using laser beam. Project site can be measured from various standing points without need for direct contact or occupation of the measured objects. This type of survey is excellent for survey of congested roadways; there is no need for full or partial road closing to obtain the required survey measurements. The resultant deliverables are highly detailed 3D replica model depicting the exact geographic position, dimensions, and actual surface color of the scanned object or surface in virtual space. Two and three-dimensional as-built plans can be generated from the 3D model for any top, side view, or cross section which can be used for any other engineering design application on any industry standard CADD application.

The generated 3D model, tied to common reference of coordinating system, reflecting the exact dimensions, shape, location of existing facilities and structures, greatly assist the design team. This best fits the newly planned expansion structures or facilities with great certainty. Digital photos are captured along with the scanning process from colors and textures of the scanned surfaces projected into the final 3D model, which helps the end user visualize and walk through the project site on his computer screen without any need for repeated site visits. 3D Laser scanning generates more details and therefore enables more versatile use of the generated object model.

The laser is used to determine something about the physical characteristics of an object — size, shape, spatial position, spatial orientation, color, color variations, surface texture, chemical composition, and more.

Level of Detail (LOD) is the term used to describe the resolution of the 3D scan. The higher the LOD, the more detail is captured in the scan. This is important because it determines how accurately the object can be reproduced.

Low LOD

High LOD

  • Line work extracted as a standard DWG file
  • Topographical and roof plans
  • Building and structure elevations
  • Cross-sectional and longitudinal sections
  • Rendered 3D models (AutoCAD, 3DMAX or Revit)
  • Animated visualisations (AVI or MP 4 )
  • 3D Point Cloud
  • BIM in Revit or IFC for import into other BIM
  • GIS Application