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MEP Documentation

3D laser scanning captures the precise layout, dimensions, and locations of existing MEP/FP system elements to improve design engineering, prefabrication, coordination, and fit-out.

Capture accurate as-builts of existing MEP/FP systems
Optimize spatial planning, layout, and engineering
Ensure modifications can be tied into existing systems
Perform clash detection to minimize rework
Prefabricate new components and install with confidence
Verify installation meets design specifications
Document construction progress over time

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Existing Conditions MEP As-Built Documentation Services explained

Accurate MEP documentation helps improve design quality, reduce errors, and expedite projects.

Laser scanning captures precise layouts, dimensions, and locations of existing infrastructure, including visible structural, MEP/FP, and HVAC system elements in a point cloud. Our CAD and BIM services can transform the point cloud data into 2D CAD drawings and 3D BIM models to aid MEP/FP system engineering. This ensures that MEP system updates are designed to fit precisely within the existing space, reduces errors and rework, and delivers superior results for your project.

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What are the Benefits of 3D Laser Scanning for MEP Documentation?

MEP documentation is essential to ensure system upgrades fit within the available space without conflict.

Access Layout & Dimensions

Capture exact layout and dimensions of MEP systems with millimeter-level precision. Access digital records of as-built conditions, along with custom point clouds, 2D CAD drawings, and 3D BIM models to streamline planning for renovations, modifications, and maintenance.

Save Time

Rapidly collect precise mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and HVAC system as-built data in a short amount of time, eliminating the need for manual measurements and site revisits.

System Integration & Sequencing

Ensure that system upgrades are seamlessly integrated into the building’s design, properly sequenced during construction, and meet all necessary regulations and codes.

Clash Detection & Coordination

Identify potential conflicts between MEP components and other building elements early in the design process, improving coordination, and preventing costly modifications.

Reduce Rework

Minimize change orders, plus save money on materials and labor with accurate MEP documentation. With a precise 3D BIM model, teams can locate hidden infrastructure, reduce errors during installation, and avoid project delays.

Plan For Future Maintenance

After completing an MEP project, 3D laser scanning creates a precise record of all building systems for future maintenance and renovations.

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Trusted Partner

We see our work as a partnership, aiming for long-term relationships where your success drives ours.

Expert Team

Our skilled Project Managers use LiDAR laser scanners to capture precise layouts, dimensions, and details of all building features.

Comprehensive Data Capture

Laser scanners gather millions of data points, creating a point cloud that captures every detail, even in hard-to-reach areas.

As-Built Drawings & 3D BIM Models

We convert point clouds into 2D CAD drawings, 3D BIM models, TruViews, virtual tours, and more—perfectly tailored to your project.

Trusted Partner

We see our work as a partnership, aiming for long-term relationships where your success drives ours.

Expert Team

Our skilled Project Managers use LiDAR laser scanners to capture precise layouts, dimensions, and details of all building features.

Comprehensive Data Capture

Laser scanners gather millions of data points, creating a point cloud that captures every detail, even in hard-to-reach areas.

As-Built Drawings & 3D BIM Models

We convert point cloud data into custom 2D CAD drawings, 3D BIM models, TruViews, virtual tours, and more—perfectly tailored to your project.

Industries We Serve

3D laser scanning and drone surveys support many industries with precise as-built documentation to optimize planning and mitigate costly errors.

Architecture

Construction

Facilities Management

Engineering

Commercial Real Estate

Entertainment

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Existing Conditions Project Managers at a worksite

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Case Studies

New York Life Building 51 Madison Avenue

The New York Life Building's age triggered a significant mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire systems upgrade. The building owner enlisted the help of a New York-based consultancy, Gardiner & Theobald. In turn, they assembled a team of specialists and industry professionals qualified to work on the project. Gardiner & Theobald selected Existing Conditions to provide 3D laser scanning services and deliver standard architectural drawings with as much MEP documentation as possible. Our high-quality, accurate building documentation was used for this renovation project and a complete mechanical system replacement of the building's lower levels.

Riverside Labs Life Sciences Campus

The Riverside Labs project highlights the collaboration between Existing Conditions, Shawmut Design and Construction & Gensler. By providing comprehensive as-built documentation services both pre and post-demolition, Existing Conditions demonstrated our 3D laser scanning expertise, crucial for the success of this endeavor. A significant challenge for Gensler at Riverside Labs was the availability of accurate and comprehensive digital as-built documentation. Initially equipped with only a basic set of 2D CAD drawings, the project lacked a detailed 3D Revit model, particularly for core and shell components. Our task was to create accurate, as-built drawings and a 3D BIM model by 3D laser scanning the site to prevent future hiccups, especially concerning MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) systems and structural placements.

How Accurate is the Point Cloud and BIM Model?

‍Point clouds are a digital representation of spatial information, stored as a collection of points with three spatial coordinates. They are millimeter-accurate and are scanned in the level of detail required for your project. BIM model features are created to your project-specific scope, LOD specifications can vary throughout the model. By specifying scope and project details, BIM models can be customized to your project.

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Why is a Point Cloud Important?

Point clouds provide powerful and dynamic information for a project. By representing spatial data as a collection of coordinates, point clouds deliver large datasets that can be mined for information. The visualization and analysis from this data is invaluable for decision making. Our Product team transforms point clouds into customized drawings and models used for visualization, analysis, design, construction, renovation, prefabrication, and facility modifications.

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What are As-Built Drawings?

As-built drawings are the set of accurate record drawings for a project. They reflect all changes made during the construction process and show the exact dimensions, geometry, and location of all building elements and infrastructure. As-built drawings can also be referred to as 2D CAD drawings and deliver site plans, floor plans, interior elevations, exterior elevations, sections, details, isometric drawings, mechanical and electrical MEP drawings, reflected ceiling plans RCPs, and more.

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Project managers using 3D laser scanning on a job site

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We deliver digital representations of buildings to architects, builders, engineers, and developers, including point clouds, 2D CAD drawings, and Revit models to ensure accuracy and clarity in the project details.

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MEP Documentation

Accurate MEP documentation helps improve design quality, reduce errors, and expedite projects.