Method Comparison

Detailed analysis of the differences between traditional measurement and LiDAR technology.

Manual measurement vs. 3D laser scanning

Why measure with a scanner instead of by hand?

SURVEYING YOUR PROJECT SPACE

Dimensional accuracy of the project

Traditional

Limited information, only 2D

Measurements are typically taken at a single height or plane. This leads to accumulated errors and missing data when closing the drawing.

Laser 3D

360º Capture in XYZ

Complete recording of the environment in three dimensions via point cloud. No closure errors, maximum speed, and no data left behind.

COMPLEX GEOMETRIES

Irregular and non-orthogonal shapes

Traditional

Difficult to fit

Non-orthogonal shapes (curves or unusual angles) end up poorly represented or "forced" to fit on paper.

Laser 3D

Geometric fidelity

Captures the exact shape no matter how complex. The 3D model is an identical mirror of the real structure, ready for BIM.

HARD-TO-REACH AREAS

High zones, gaps and corners

Traditional

Restricted Access

Physical limitation in high areas or gaps. Loss of information where the operator cannot reach due to safety or distance.

Laser 3D

Range up to 80m

The laser reaches any point with direct line of sight; it enters gaps and measures distances in all directions with precision.

DELIVERABLES & POST-PROCESSING

From field to office

Traditional

Manual sketches

Notebook drawings without precision that require drawing diagonals by hand and redrawing everything from scratch at the office.

Laser 3D

CAD and BIM-ready files

Point cloud and native files ready for CAD, BIM and 3D modelling. Compatible with all technical software and viewable on any device.

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