Facility Managers

Accurate, Comprehensive, and Up-to-Date Facility As-Builts

Existing Conditions 3D laser scanning services provide accurate, high-quality spatial data that can be used to make decisions about every facet of your facility. The point clouds, as-built drawings, 3D BIM models, and drone imagery we deliver removes human error from the documentation process and provides a reliable reference for long-term facility management, renovations, and upgrades. 3D laser scanning is a strategic investment that captures precise facility as-builts and can lead to substantial cost savings over time.

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THE BEST FACILITY MANAGERS WORK WITH EXISTING CONDITIONS

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Critical Building Information

Quickly capture exterior and interior facility layout and dimensions, such as architectural structural, and MEP infrastructure like HVAC systems, furnaces, equipment, conduit and piping. We work as an extension of your team, providing you with accurate point clouds, 2D CAD drawings, floorplans, elevations, sections, reflected ceiling plans, 3D BIM models, digital twins, and more for design, prefabrication, clash detection, facility modifications, and asset management.

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Accurate and Efficient Data Capture

When record drawings do not match the current as-built conditions, facility managers are at risk of change orders, delays, budget overruns, facility damage, accidents, and injuries. We have extensive experience working with municipalities, engineering and architectural firms, and privately owned facilities, who trust us to deliver as-built documentation with unparalleled accuracy and efficiency.

Rapid Documentation

Our 3D laser scanning services, 2D CAD drawings, 3D BIM models, and drone video & imagery provide comprehensive as-built data of existing site conditions to assess and plan your facility renovation, expansion, upgrade, or modification project, reducing disruptions and minimizing conflicts with existing structures.

Optimize Workflows

Accurate as-builts help to coordinate with engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders for a smoother project execution. By trusting the experts at Existing Conditions, you will receive up-to-date, accurate facility data to efficiently maintain and optimize your building.

Improve Collaboration

Utilize accurate digital data and models to improve communication and coordination with your team, identify hazards to keep all workers safe, reduce errors and reworks, and deliver your project on time and on budget.

Related Case Studies

Suffield Academy

Partnering with the Suffield Academy and Centerbrook Architects, an existing conditions survey was conducted on eight buildings, including the Tisch Field House, Perry Gymnasium, Tremaine Arts Center, Spencer Hall, Fuller Hall, Jeanice Seaverns Performing Arts Center, Williams Performing Arts Studio, and Guttag Music Center. A drone survey was also conducted on the East Campus, West Campus, Core Campus, and Muddy Brook. The Existing Conditions' scope of work encompassed both interior and exterior documentation of the buildings, including 3D Revit floor plans, reflected ceiling plans (RCPs), exterior elevations, and roof plans. In addition, a drone survey was conducted to provide an aerial perspective of the buildings, which proved highly beneficial in conjunction with our terrestrial 3D laser scanning of the core campus.

The Maryland Zoo

The Maryland Zoo lacked accurate as-built documentation for many of its buildings, including historic items like fountains, the Old Elephant House, and the Round Stand. Additionally, newer structures like the Giant Tree in the Maryland Wilderness posed difficulties in documentation due to their unique materials. Restoring the Crise Fountain had to rely on old photographs as no drawings were available. The partnership between the Maryland Zoo and Existing Conditions has greatly facilitated repairs and proved a more cost-effective and accurate alternative to hand drawings. Existing Conditions successfully 3D laser scanned approximately 176,425 square feet, encompassing various areas such as the Old Elephant House, Round Stand, Mansion House, Maryland Building, and more. Existing Conditions' comprehensive scan-to-BIM efforts aimed to accurately document the structures and areas of interest at the Maryland Zoo, including conducting a drone survey of Celebration Hill.

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“I know I speak for the college when I express our continued appreciation for your stewardship of our relationship, continuing to go above and beyond.”

Keenan Chenail, Assistant Project Manager

Williams College

We Are A Team of Seasoned Professionals

Since 1997, Existing Conditions has measured and documented an estimated 500 million square feet of space for architects, engineers, building owners, and real estate professionals. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Our team's unwavering commitment to excellence is the driving force behind our continued success in helping our clients.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Does Laser Scanning Work?

One primary method is that a laser scanner sends light pulses at high speeds which reflect off objects and return to the scanners’ sensor. For each pulse, the distance between the scanner and object is measured by determining the elapsed time between the sent and received pulses. Each point of the scan will be converted to a pixel with a known x-, y-, and z- coordinate. Laser scans or LiDAR scans are taken in multiple positions around a site from varying viewpoints. Millions of data points are captured and processed into a point cloud, creating an accurate data set of the structure or site.

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What are the Benefits of 3D Laser Scanning?

3D laser scanning captures millions of 3D data points per second for each scan location, providing incredibly rich data of a building or project site. Sites are captured in high detail the first time, eliminating disruption and the need for return visits. Datasets are dimensionally accurate, measurable and shareable, expediting project planning and execution. Accurate design plans are produced from the start expediting field work and reducing change orders, delays and costs. Communication is improved, teams can discuss plans while each has access to the same information, creating a more dynamic working environment.

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What is a Digital Twin?

A digital twin is highly complex 3D virtual model of a physical building or infrastructure project that is the exact counterpart (or twin). Existing Conditions uses 3D laser scanners to collect real-time data in the form of point cloud and create a digital twin. Data can be easily visualized, measured, and analyzed. Digital twins can be used to improve efficiencies, optimize workflows and detect problems before they occur.

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We deliver point cloud data, 2D CAD drawings, and Revit models to collaborate more effectively with your team and ensure accuracy and clarity in the project details.

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