Scan to BIM Services

Scan to BIM uses LiDAR scanners and 360 cameras to capture the existing condition of a site. Registered surveyors capture and geo-coordinate the data, and our BIM team references the point cloud and 360 photos to rebuild an accurate information model. Asset information such as equipment specifications can be embedded in the model using custom parameters.

Architects and consultants use the as-built model to design refurbishments against the actual condition of the site, not outdated CAD plans. Contractors overlay their construction BIM model on it to catch clashes with existing services before installation. For owners and operators, it becomes the foundation for an Asset Digital Twin: in data centres, teams test equipment layouts, assess cooling loads, and link asset records to the physical space.

The point cloud is first geo-coordinated and cleaned to remove noise and irrelevant data. A tool like Autodesk ReCap or Bentley iTwin Capture then converts the scan into optimized meshes and indexed formats that load smoothly in a BIM authoring environment like Revit or ArchiCAD. BIM specialists trace the building elements from this data to create the 3D model, with 360 photos as a visual reference for areas the scan leaves ambiguous. The level of detail ranges from basic architectural shells to fully detailed models with MEP services and asset information.

We model as-built projects at LOD 300, 350, and 500. LOD 300 suits renovation design and tender. LOD 350 adds the detail contractors need for coordination and clash checks. LOD 500 is the preferred level for digital twins and project handover, with asset data such as manufacturer specifications and maintenance schedules built into the model.

Rates generally start from USD 2.00 per sqm. Your rate depends on three factors: the gross floor area of the site, the BIM level of detail, and the number of services modelled, such as fire protection, ELV, and plumbing. Share your floor plans and scope, and we confirm a per-sqm rate for your project.

A typical project delivers in around 30 days. Site capture itself usually takes a day or two; modelling time scales with the gross floor area, the level of detail, and the number of services modelled. Share your floor plans and target date, and we confirm a delivery timeline with your quote, usually within 24 hours.