3D Laser Scanning and 3D Modelling

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3D Laser Scanning and 3D Modelling

3D Laser Scanning can capture large amounts of spatial information quickly and accurately and can be applied to most sites to create a 3D model or digital twin. 3D Laser Scanning surveys locate millions of surface points per second and are perfect for informing design around intricate features or structures. They can also be utilised to accurately confirm material volumes, confirm as built compliance for surfaces that require construction to a specific tolerance and for accurate deformation monitoring of built and natural assets over time.

Why choose SurveyPlus?

We’ve successfully completed 3D Laser Scanning Surveys throughout Sydney, the Northern Rivers, Gold Coast and beyond.
We’ll tailor the survey to the specific needs of your Architect, Designer or Engineer.

We’ll ensure our 3D model or survey plan is well structured, easy to use and delivered in a format suitable for use by your design team and other subsequent consultants. A poor-quality survey will lead to additional time taken by your Architect, Designer, Engineer, Builder and other consultants that will likely require them to charge you additional fees.

All our 3D models and survey plans are prepared ‘in-house’ at SurveyPlus and are quality assured by a Registered Surveyor. Make sure you choose a Registered Surveyor or you risk having your DA or CDC application rejected by Council.

Different types of 3D Laser Scanning and 3D Modelling

A 3D Laser Scanning Detail Survey typically shows the structures and features within and adjacent to your property. You’ll need this survey if you’re lodging a Development Application (DA) or Complying Development Certificate (CDC) with Council for a new building or development.

The amount of information shown can vary depending on the exact purpose and requirements of your specific Council, but generally includes the location of buildings, structures, services, vegetation and natural surface features within your site and road frontage. The plan also shows surface levels, contours and the neighbouring building features adjacent to your site. Property boundaries are shown for design purposes and Council requires the survey to be prepared (and often signed) by a Registered Surveyor.

A 3D Laser Scanning Internal Floorplan Survey shows the accurate location of internal structural (and sometimes non-structural) elements of a building presented as a 3D Model, 3D point cloud or traditional CAD floorplan. This may include walls, columns, beams, windows, doors, floor levels and ceiling levels. It is often used to inform design for renovation or refurbishment of an existing building.

Having this survey completed by a Registered Surveyor is more accurate than having your Architect, Designer, Engineer or Builder complete a standard measure-up and ensures there are no surprises during construction.

A 3D Laser Scanning Building Elevation Survey shows the accurate location of façade elements of a building presented as presented as a 3D Model, 3D point cloud or traditional CAD elevation diagrams. This may include roof ridges, parapets, gutters, fascia, walls, windows, doors, floor levels and ground levels. It is often used to inform design for heritage buildings or building extensions and additions.

A 3D Laser Scanning As Built Survey involves the accurate location of a structure or feature at the completion of construction or installation. The most common 3D Laser Scanning As Built Survey is for concrete slabs to confirm location and levels after pouring. We’ll provide an As Built Survey plan which shows the accurate location and level of all relevant structures and features in relation to the approved design. The Certifier/Council/Engineer will then review the As Built Survey plan to determine if the design objectives have been achieved.

3D Laser Scanning deformation monitoring measures the horizontal and vertical movement of structures, buildings, roads, railways and retaining walls that may be slowly moving. Conducting a Monitoring Survey can provide early warning of structural failure or land subsidence that could have devastating physical, environmental and economical effects. Our experienced survey team can adhere to any prescribed monitoring requirements or tailor a monitoring system to suit your needs. By leveraging the latest 3D Laser Scanning technology we ensure our monitoring results are extremely accurate. We regularly monitor structures including airport runways, sea walls, capping beams, buildings, rock faces, retaining walls and more.

A 3D Laser Scanning Volume Survey assists with bulk earthworks, excavation, stockpile volume measurement and compaction volume determination. Engaging a Surveyor to undertake these surveys on stored or excavated material is the most accurate way to calculate the volume. It also safeguards against future disputes between Developers, Builders and Contractors when dealing with large quantities of material. We have extensive experience in Volume Surveys for large and small-scale construction clients and environmental agencies. By leveraging the latest 3D Laser Scanning technology and cutting-edge techniques, we ensure our volume calculations are extremely accurate.

Due to the comprehensive nature of the information gathered, delivery of the survey information can be tailored to the needs of our clients. It may be in the form of a traditional Detail Survey (2D plan and 3D CAD file), 3D point cloud, 3D rendered Revit model or virtual walk and fly through. Building components or features that may not have been part of the original scope can be extracted without a need to return to site and they also allow for the accurate location of features that are difficult or unsafe to physically access.

Whatever your requirements, we’ll ensure our final model is delivered in the format suitable for use by your design team and other subsequent consultants.

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Some 3D Laser Scanning and 3D Modelling we’ve completed

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FAQs

Got questions? We’ve got answers. Explore our FAQs for quick and clear information on
everything you need to know about our services and processes.

3D data capture gathers information from the real world, translates it to X,Y and Z coordinates and presents it in a digital format. Depending on the features to be captured, this may be suited to survey by Total Station, GPS Rover, 3D Laser Scanner, UAV, Drone, LiDAR or Photogrammetry.

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Yes. We’re familiar with the unique and specific requirements of every local Council within Sydney, Northern Rivers and the Gold Coast.

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Not all Surveyors and survey companies are the same. Unfortunately, there are ‘cowboys’ within our industry with poor standards relating to quality and service.

Always make sure you use a Registered Surveyor. Nearly every type of survey requires the work to be undertaken or supervised by a Registered Surveyor. Every survey that shows a property boundary (including Detail and Contour Surveys and Construction Surveys) must be undertaken or supervised by a Registered Surveyor.

Make sure your Surveyor provides you with a clear scope of inclusions and exclusions to avoid any variations and hidden fees. Ask them to confirm their fees up front.

Make sure their survey will satisfy the unique and specific requirements of your local Council.

Ask your Surveyor about their Quality Assurance policies and procedures. Your project is too important to risk using a Surveyor that provides poor quality information or advice.

Ask your Surveyor about their service and communication procedures. Make sure they will keep you informed through each step of the process.

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Completing your survey is as easy as 1, 2, 3…

1. We give you a free quote

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Alternatively, feel free to call or email our friendly team.

2. We complete the site survey

Once our quote is accepted, we’ll reach out to schedule a convenient time for the site survey.

3. We deliver your survey plans

We’ll complete the calculations, plan drafting and quality assurance to deliver what we promised, on time and on budget.