In today's world, technology is about doing things quickly, accurately and more efficiently. At Clark we achieve all of these goals using the most accurate tool in surveying techonology: a laser scanner. Laser scanning can be applied to almost any type of survey application more quickly, accurately and often with less cost than traditional methods. In addition to improving general surveying applications, 3D laser scanning provides an exceptional level of catastrophic scene information before, during and after scene processing. This kind of scan can quickly and precisely collect data about artifacts within a debris field and show their location on an X-Y-Z coordinate. The collected data details the location, size, and angles of objects. Laser scanning where there is observed damage can be used to monitor movement in debris or damaged structures.

Clark's laser scanning technicans on-site.

Minnesota state capitol.     Attic model from laser scan.

Our Experience With such a versatile tool, laser scanning provides value for many parties involved in property management including architects, engineers, contractors, property owners, real estate brokers, insurance agents and governmental agencies. Using the laser scanner reduces liabilities by safely capturing data in hard-to-access areas. Using traditional survey methods, we gather numerous viewpoints with a scan to not only offer design flexibility but offer documentation of precise conditions. This precision can reduce the need for additional site visits and helps projects move forward smoothly. Meeting Your Needs Using software, we can convert data into two-dimensional drawings or accurate three dimensional models. The end result is a 3-D walkthrough model depicting intricate details or a full set of as-built drawings to exact scale. All of this is done in less time and with less cost than traditional methods. Our Expertise -As-built drawings -Detection of structural changes from exposure to extreme loadings -Scanning complex industrial piping networks and systems -Scanning mechanical rooms and systems -Forensic site documentation -BIM modeling of existing structures -Documentation of historical sites -Scanning of freeways and high traffic areas -Monitoring of structures for movement\settlement -Scanning stockpiles or excavation areas -Creating 3-D walkthroughs How can laser scanning help? -Accurate documentation of existing site conditions prior to, during and after construction -Input data into modeling software to be stored for future use -Reduce number of site visits and days on site -Reduce safety liability while obtaining site data -Paperless, easy to share electronic file types -Reduce on site time -Elimination of rework -Affordability Deliverables -3D models -3D point clouds -2D elevations drawings -3D flythroughs\walkthroughs -Truview –  free download for web-enabled point cloud viewer lets you view, pan, zoom, measure and markup point cloud data over the web at this link. -3D mesh Visit Clark Engineering Corporation's YouTube channel to see active laser scanning shots. Links to videos can be found here, here and here. Find more information about Clark's laser scanning experience here.