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Building 3D Scanning Industrial 3D Scanning As-Built 3D Models Scan To Plan Scan to BIMWhy hire us for 3D Laser scanning IN AUSTIN?
- We cover the entire USA
- We use the latest lidar reality capture 3D laser scanners
- Quality control and on-time delivery are paramount
- Your satisfaction is guaranteed
Is this your first time using 3D Laser scanning IN aUSTIN? Here are a few articles that you may find helpful
aUSTIN 3D Laser scanning services solves problems like:
- Easily obtain an as-built CAD model where none existed before
- Perform simulation and analysis
- Analyze whether something is flat, such as a floor or wall, or round such as a tank
- Create a full set of 2D and 3D drawings
- Create an As-Built Revit model for building renovation
- Create a Solidworks model for manufacturing
- Plan the floor layout during a renovation or restoration
- Capture the exact shape of something to analyze it for flaws
How much can be scanned in a day?
It is possible to scan vast amounts of space in a single day. Examples include:
1) The entire engine room of a huge sea going vessel
2) A 10,000 sq. ft luxury home
3) A large 2-story office building
4) A small oil storage terminal
5) Large sections of a gas plant
But capturing the necessary level of detail is equally important to covering large areas. That is why it is important to optimize the scanning process to get most coverage possible in a day while being careful to capture the necessary detail. We can help you determine the necessary level of detail by asking simple questions such as “What is the smallest object you need to see in the scan?” Another way of asking is, “What is the smallest pipe or conduit diameter that you want to appear in your CAD model?” If the answer is 1″, the scanning strategy must be different than if you answered 4″. Our commitment to you is to strike the best balance between coverage and detail so you get the most reality capture for your dollars.
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Some applications of AUSTIN 3D Laser scanning services:
Renovating an old multi-story building
When planning and engineering for multi-million dollar projects such as a large building renovation, it is critical that things go right.
3D scanning up front allows engineers to draw up precise plans and drawings that minimize conflicts during construction. The scan serves as an invaluable resource for many interested parties in such a project.
Update P&ID's for a gas plant
A plant in the oil and gas industry will change over time, that is without question. This results in the P&ID drawings of record ultimately becoming out of date. 3D laser scanning provides a dual benefit of not only providing a way to update P&ID’s but also provides a truly accurate as-built reference 3D model of the plant. We feel that an as-built 3D model combined with smart P&ID’s is the way of the future.
measure floor flatness
3D laser scanning provides a better way of measuring and visualizing floor flatness than the old FL and FF method as measured with a ruler. When you use a 3D scanner you get extremely thorough and accurate results that can be depicted as color maps for a deep understanding of the floor’s shape.
obtain a 3d model of an aircraft
Scanning an airplane is a fantastic way to capture it’s shape. We can scan interior and exterior and convert it into a CAD model or STL mesh depending on your needs. From small single seaters to airliners, we are the best at aircraft 3D scanning and would be delighted to scan an aircraft for your company.
determine whether something will fit
You may have a pump that you need to lower into a channel, and you want to see if it will fit before lowering it in and getting stuck. Or perhaps you have a large vault door that hasn’t been opened in years, and you want to know if it will scrape the concrete. 3D scanning can answer these questions so you can proceed with confidence.
create a Digital Twin walkthrough Model
Imagine walking around a lifelike digital twin of your facility, with the clouds moving in the breeze and the equipment so real it seems like you could touch it. That is the experience we can provide with your 3D model created from 3D laser scanning.
Obtain as-built models of a power plant
Many power plants have outdated as-built drawings. 3D scanning provides a way to obtain updated drawings in the form of 3D CAD models of structural steel, ducts, equipment and piping. Armed with accurate models, your engineers can route new designs around existing objects, avoiding potential clashes and interferences during new construction.
Design to fit existing pipes, vessels and equipment
When a processing plant adds a new product line, there is new piping and equipment that needs to be installed. With careful planning and the as-built drawings obtained from doing 3D laser scanning, the new piping designs can be engineered for precise fit, minimizing installation delays due to unforeseen conflicts.
P2D Plans for Permits
3D laser scanning is very efficient at capturing floors, walls and ceiling of building interiors as well as anything outdoors. from the scan we can quickly generate plan and elevation views that you can use as a basis for various purposes like obtaining permits.
as-built reference for boats, ships & vessels
3D laser scanning can capture the exterior or interior of a sea-going vessel. Any sized boat, ship or vessel can be scanned. For smaller boats (depending on location) this can be done in a day. The scan can be turned into 2D drawings for use by a naval architect, or into 3D solid models for various types of analysis.
analyze wind turbine towers for defects
Wind Turbines can be scanned safely and easily from ground level. Scans can be used to analyze to identify any dents that may be present, and map out their location and depth. Scans can also be used to analyze the tower has a whole, and determine whether it has been structurally compromised after a failure event.
track constructino progress with photos
Panoramic images captured from a 3D camera can quickly and thoroughly document a construction site, making it easy for you to track progress and manage teams more effectively.
3D Laser Scanning in Austin, Texas
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Professional 3D Laser Scanning Services in Austin, TexasGPRS Intelligently Visualizes The Built World™ above and below ground as the leading provider of accurate and creative 3D laser scanning solutions for the construction, architecture, and engineering industries. Our customized 3D Laser Scanning Solutions include point cloud creation, as-builts, 3D BIM Modeling, clash detection and prefabrication, mixed reality development models, and above and below-ground data capture. These custom drawings, maps, and models provide you the benefit of fast and accurate 3D Laser Scanning data to help reduce costs and change orders on your projects.
GPRS’ entire range of 3D Laser Scanning Services in Austin, Texas provide our clients the cutting-edge technology and highly accurate information they need to pinpoint any potential problems in retooling, renovation, restoration, or entertainment projects, enabling them to avoid cost increases due to unexpected obstacles and delays.
GPRS provides these accurate as-builts, point clouds, maps, CAD drawings, and 3D models for the engineering, design, construction, architectural, oil & gas, facility management, multimedia & entertainment, historical preservation, stadium & theater, education, healthcare, water & wastewater, and energy & utility industries. And our accurate 3D Laser Scanning and mixed reality modeling provide value throughout all design phases, helping you Visualize the BuiltWorld™ of your facility while also expediting design planning, prefabrication, asset management, and facility modifications.
Architectural Laser Scanning
Building scanning is a helpful tool for architectural design. From site documentation to progress monitoring throughout the construction process, architectural scanning assists with verifying as built accuracy and building safety.
Agricultural Facility Laser Scanning
Behind America’s farmland, there is an incredible amount of engineering which requires proper installation and maintenance.
Agricultural scanning services can identify problems with grain intake and distribution towers, the ducts and piping on a grain chute, and other agricultural infrastructure and equipment. Tank farms can benefit from slab elevation contour analysis as well, all done in a safe and efficient manner.
As Built Survey
Before starting on a project, you need to know what you’re up against. As built surveys capture the exact dimensions and locations of a facility- vital information for design, renovation, construction, and facility modifications not only now, but down the road for future modifications.
BIM Modeling
Point cloud scan data can be used to develop intelligent BIM models, giving AEC professionals an interactive, collaborative digital twin of their facility that responds to changes in real time. Highly accurate 3D laser scanning indicates not only the dimensions and locations of points in your project, but major elements such as plumbing and electrical.
Construction Laser Scanning
Construction planning must be accurate above all else for the safety of the crew and the people who will use the building or facility in the future.
Building scanning on construction sites gives crews and contractors an accurate picture of the existing building conditions, along with data against which to compare the drawings or newly constructed work.
Government and Defense
Government and defense contractors are among the professionals who trust GPRS’s reality capture and BIM solutions to help them navigate complex projects.
Historical Laser Scanning
Get an accurate look at the as built conditions of historical buildings, architecture, and objects with non-invasive 3D laser scanning. Especially with older buildings, structural safety may be a concern. As built surveys prepare your crew before they step inside.
Oil and Gas
Documenting structural and MEP features at oil and gas refineries, process areas, and distribution facilities is easier and safer than ever. 3D laser scanning can document equipment and piping as small as ½ inch in diameter.
Overhead Clearances
Energized power lines make measuring overhead obstructions tricky, but 3D laser scanning from the ground allows technicians to accurately and safely measure clearances.
Power, Process and Plant
Site surveys provide accurate and reliable data documenting the interior and exterior of buildings; structural, MEP features; furnaces, equipment, conduit, and piping down to ½ inch diameter.
Telecommunications & Transmission Lines
3D laser scanning and surveying is the fastest, safest, and most accurate way to inventory, document, and model telecommunication towers or telephone lines. This cost-effective method keeps technicians away from live lines.
Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants
Site documentation services allow documentation of 40 MGD to 1 BGD Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, including foundations, structural and MEP features, equipment, conduit and piping down to ½ inch diameter.
Schools, Colleges & Universities
Building or campus upgrades and renovations for schools and universities often need to strike a balance between preservation of historical buildings and up-to-date new features. As built surveys provide accurate information on existing conditions, allowing the school to coordinate construction plans and stay within budget.
3D Video Gaming
3D laser scanning can collect millions of data points to provide software developers with incredible details to create more realistic and engaging video games.
3D Projection Mapping
3D projection mapping is made possible by the capture of point cloud data, which is then turned into a 3D mesh model. GPRS performs a scan with state-of-the-art equipment and creates a model containing basic architectural information for the client to incorporate into 3D projection mapping.
Accident Reconstruction
The skilled experts at GPRS use the latest technology to analyze complex accident sites and incident scenes, helping to determine the conditions at the scene and give investigators crucial information they can use.
Industries Served With 3D Laser Scanning Services
• Architectural and Historical Documentation
• Chemical and Petrochemical Plants
• Commercial Sites
• Construction
• Government, Defense and Military Sector
• Health Care
• Industrial Facilities
• Manufacturing and Assembly Facilities
• Office Buildings
• Overhead Clearances
• Process Plants
• Power Plants
• Pharmaceutical
• Refineries
• Residential Sites
• Schools and Universities
• Stadiums, Arenas and Theaters
• Space and Aeronautics
• Telecommunications
• Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants
• 3D Gaming and Software Development
Clients Served
• Architects
• Asset Managers
• Contractors
• Designers
• Developers
• Electrical Engineers
• Estimators
• Facility Owners
• Historical Preservationists
• Mechanical Engineers
• Project Managers
• Plumbing Engineers
• Sub-contractors
• Structural Engineers
• 3D Gamers and Software Developers
Customized 3D Laser Scanning Deliverables
• Point Cloud Data (Raw Data)
• 2D CAD Drawings
• 3D Non-Intelligent Models
• 3D BIM Models
• 3D Mesh
• TruView - photos overlaid on point cloud
• Fly-Thru's - 3D virtual tour of model
• Template Modeling
• Reconciliation of Clients 2D Drawings
• Reconciliation of Clients 3D Design Model
• Comparative Analysis
• Point Cloud Modeling Training Webinars
• Deformation Analysis
• Floor Flatness Analysis / Contour Mapping
• Volume Calculations
• Structural Steel Shape Probability Analysis
• Wall Plumb Analysis
• Aerial Photogrammetry
• New Construction Accuracy Analysis
• New Construction Comparative Analysis
• Digital Drawings of GPR Marking
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ICON 3D printers help build a village of 100 houses
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3D printed houses with a variety of layouts.
The project will help demonstrate the possibilities of additive technologies in terms of atypical construction: the partners intend to build houses of different sizes, with different layouts and unusual features, such as rounded walls. The houses are being designed by the architectural firm BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group and Lennar is the general contractor. The settlement is planned to be built in the capital of Texas, the city of Austin, where ICON is based.
ICON claims that its walling technique and advanced materials used by its branded 3D printers allow buildings to be built stronger, more durable, and most importantly, safer to withstand extreme weather conditions. In addition, the integration of 3D printing technologies allows to reduce the construction time and cost of work, and the current level of development makes it possible to carry out large-scale projects.
The Vulcan family of proprietary 3D printers can produce buildings up to 280 square meters. Gantry systems are mounted on rails to maintain a high pace of work and thereby increase overall productivity: while the freshly laid layers set, the system moves to the next site and continues to work. This approach helps to adapt to weather conditions that affect the setting speed of cement mortars used to print permanent formwork.
“ICON is the answer to the global housing crisis. Construction 3D printing not only makes it possible to build high-quality housing faster and cheaper, the mass use of 3D printers can change the process of mass construction for the better. The U.S. is dealing with a shortage of approximately five million homes, so there is an urgent need to increase the market supply without sacrificing quality, aesthetics and renewability, and this is exactly where our technology excels,” commented the co-founder and CEO ICON CEO Jason Ballard.
ICON already boasts a number of successful projects, including the construction of affordable low-income housing in its native Austin ( in the picture above ) and the Mexican state of Tabasco. This year, several residential buildings designed by ICON were listed for sale in the US real estate market. Lennar strengthened its strategic partnership with ICON Investments during a recent investment round that raised the capitalization of the Austin venture by $207 million. Work on the new village will begin next year.
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NEW TECHNOLOGY FOR PASSENGER CONVENIENCE
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) installs new checkpoints at airports three-dimensional (3D) scanners that will make life easier for air passengers. These devices will allow you not to take out a laptop computer, liquids and other materials from your hand luggage for a separate inspection: 3D technology allows the TSA officer to unfold and view the image of the object that caused suspicion without unpacking the bag.
Testing of these instruments began in 2017 at Phoenix and Boston airports; since then, modern scanners have appeared in 12 more cities.
In a recent press release, TSA announced that, thanks to a new $96.8 million contract, an additional 300 scanning systems will be installed at the nation's airports.
Their deployment is planned to begin this summer and be completed by 2020. Which airports will receive the new scanners first has not yet been reported.
BRIDGES ARE DAMAGED
The condition of bridges in the US is deteriorating and the American Road and Transportation Association (ARTBA) estimates it will take more than 80 years to fix them all.
A recent ARTBA report states that over 47,000 bridges (8% of the total) are characterized as "structurally defective" and are in dire need of repair. The average age of such bridges is 62 years. However, they are not considered dangerous to use, and Americans cross them 178 million times a day; notable bridges in need of repair include the Brooklyn Bridge and the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge across the San Francisco Bay.
By the way, the repair of bridges today (and for the last 5 years) is extremely slow. Therefore, ARTBA's forecast of how long it will take to fix all bridge structures with structural defects has changed from 37 years (in last year's report) to more than 80 years (in a report published on April 1).
According to ARTBA's Chief Economist, bridge collapses are rare, but to ensure driver safety, bridge closures or vehicle weight restrictions may occur more frequently. Thus, the Mississippi Department of Transportation indicates that 61 bridges in the state must be closed immediately for safety reasons.
EVERYTHING IS FLOWING, EVERYTHING IS CHANGING
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon) announced the repeal of the 2015 rule that banned baptism of children of gay parents and recognized same-sex marriage as a sin that should be excommunicated from the church.
These rules have drawn strong condemnation from the LGBTI community and those who support sexual minorities.
The statement emphasizes that the church does not abandon the dogma that considers same-sex marriage a serious sin. But people in homosexual relationships will no longer be seen as "apostates" to be expelled.
THE TROUBLES OF THE FLINSTON HOUSE
Eminent philanthropist and former publisher of the San Francisco Examiner, Florence Fang, bought a home in Hillsborough, San Francisco, in 2017 to pay tribute to the Flinston family, heroes of the financially successful and popular animated comedy show.
The house is painted red and purple, the entrance to the house is decorated with a giant inscription "Yabba Dabba Do" - the favorite cry of the head of the family, Fred Flinston, and a life-size figure of Fred himself, along with sculptures of dinosaurs, flaunts in the yard. Mrs Fong herself does not live in the house; The estate is used for entertainment and charity events.
Such an unusual decoration of the house and garden brings a smile to people passing by or passing by.
But not with Hillsborough Municipality. They are annoyed that the owner has not received permission to carry out the improvement, as required by the city's regulations.
City officials say Mrs. Fong received three written stop orders and a building code violation summons, followed by an administrative hearing involving neighbors, and finally filed a lawsuit in March to install "unauthorized sculptures" in the garden .
As of this writing, Fong, 84, plans to file a counterclaim against the municipality on April 11 for violating her constitutional rights to freedom of speech and religion.
University of San Francisco Law School property law professor Tim Iglesias, commenting on the situation, noted that it was strange for Phong to ignore 3 stop orders, as well as an administrative order to move the sculptures before December 5, 2018. The professor believes that the city has the right to monitor compliance with established public safety rules and ensure that property owners do not infringe on the rights of other owners.
In his opinion, this is exactly the situation when a wealthy landlady constantly demonstrates contempt for the city.
THE RIGHT TO DEFEND - NOT THE RIGHT TO SHOOT
On March 26, the ban on the use of “sliding stocks”: devices for firing bursts from semi-automatic weapons came into force. This ban was imposed by the federal government after a bloody crime in Las Vegas in October 2017, when former accountant Stephen Paddock opened fire with a semi-automatic gun with such a device, killing 58 people who were attending a country music festival.
On the day the ban began, RW Arms, a Texas arms dealer, handed over 60,000 "sliding stocks" to agents of the federal Liquor, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Administration. They are to be destroyed.
The US government prohibits owners from keeping devices they have that actually turn a semi-automatic weapon into an automatic one. They must be handed over to the authorities or destroyed in front of witnesses.
INCREASING SUICIDAL INTENTIONS AMONG CHILDREN
The number of children and adolescents in the United States who presented to emergency departments for suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts doubled between 2007 and 2015. This is evidenced by a new study, the results of which were published April 8 in JAMA Pediatrics.
For analysis, the researchers used public data from the National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey, which is prepared annually by the US Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC). From a sample of 300 visits to emergency departments, children aged 5-18 were selected, who each year were diagnosed with "suicidal intent" or "suicide attempt". The number of such diagnoses rose from 580,000 in 2007 to 1.12 million in 2015. The average age of children admitted to the emergency room was 13 years old, and 43% of the visits used in the study were for children 5-11 years old.
For child psychiatrists, the results of the study come as no surprise.
The two biggest risk factors for suicide are depression and previous suicide attempts.
According to Dr. Gene Beresin, director of The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at the Massachusetts Clinic and professor of psychiatry at the Harvard Medical School, one of the reasons for the increase in depression and suicidal behavior is the increase in stress and pressure that children experience. Children today feel more pressure in school, more worried about achieving success and about their future lives than in previous years.
Parents and caregivers are also under a lot of stress, says Dr. Berezin; he added that suicide rates have risen in all age groups over the past 20 years, and that stress is passed on to children and adolescents.
Another possible reason is the growing influence of social networks and the intensification of bullying in them (cyberbullying). According to the CDC, approximately 15% of high school students reported that they had been bullied and bullied online.
