There is a term that we frequently hear in the industry lately, BIM. So, what does BIM mean?
BIM stands for Building Information Modeling, which is defined as a process where project data is created and managed in a 3D computer environment. This project data can also be defined as the tracking of a cycle that covers the period from the design of buildings to their demolition.
BIM is a digital working method designed for different professional groups in the construction industry, bringing them together on a common platform. It contributes to engineering and construction projects by increasing the information sharing and collaboration among architects, engineers, and other construction professionals who work on the project, adding significant professionalism and value to the project.
WHY BIM?
With the development of the world, the ease of access to information and the acceleration of communication between people has begun to show its impact in professional life as well. Fast communication, shared servers, cloud systems, and BIM, which brings together each professional group in the construction industry on the same platform, has become a world standard in international construction and engineering projects. Governments of developed countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, etc. have started to make the use of BIM infrastructure mandatory in the contracts of public projects they tender. BIM, which has gradually become widespread in our country in recent years, is also increasing its popularity in the construction sector every day.
Advantages such as data sharing, predictability, fewer errors, and fast project delivery make BIM a standard in engineering projects. Instant access of other disciplines working together to the revisions made by an architect or engineer on the project, faster coordination of revisions and project tracking, reduction of repetitive tasks, and faster project delivery are among the most preferred reasons for using BIM.
Project Monitoring with Laser Scanners in BIM Projects - SCAN to BIM
SCAN TO BIM refers to the measurement of the current state, location, and physical conditions of a building using laser scanning systems, and the transfer of the obtained data to a 3D environment.
Laser scanning systems are used for the most accurate and precise as-built tracking of ongoing construction projects. After the 3D point cloud dataset obtained from these systems is processed in software such as Leica Cyclone or Autodesk Recap, precise point cloud reading of the completed project on-site is achieved.
This point cloud dataset is then compared with the 3D model created before the project using state-of-the-art software such as Leica 3DR. The project model that should be in one place and the point cloud dataset obtained from on-site implementation are compared in these software programs.
In this article, as the KG Engineering family, we have talked about BIM technology and how project tracking can be done with laser scanning systems during the project progress. Important evaluations such as angled walls, irregular floors, column deviations, etc. are identified through comparison, in order to intervene as soon as possible and prevent any potential delays or bigger mistakes in the future.
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