An industrial facility required a precise 3D scan and digital model of the existing infrastructure to enable facility planning, automation, and system integration. Since the structure consisted of complex machinery, custom automation, and intricate layouts, a high-accuracy long-range scanning solution was required to provide detailed as-built documentation.
Creating a digital reference was essential for structural upgrades, safety compliance, and future expansions. Therefore, high-precision laser scanning and reality capture solutions were used to enable Scan to BIM modeling and geospatial mapping.
Initial Scanning – The process began with Terrestrial Long-Range Scanning using the Leica RTC360 laser scanner, a high-precision laser scanning tool that captured the facility’s exact dimensions, structural layout, and spatial details.
Data Processing & Registration – After scanning, the collected data was processed in TruView Virtual and converted into a detailed 3D model using Revit, ensuring highly accurate digital representation.
Final Validation & Integration – Using an LOD 350 model, every aspect of the facility was reviewed for accuracy and alignment, making it ready for seamless integration into automation and expansion plans.
Industrial Facility Digital Twin Project
Paducah, KY
Capture precise 3D scans for facility upgrades, safety compliance, and automation
Large-Scale Facility
350
Industrial Infrastructure
Leica RTC360, TruView Virtual, Autodesk Revit
Every industrial facility has minor structural deviations that must be accurately documented for future-proof planning.
By implementing 3D laser scanning and digital twin technology, facilities can eliminate uncertainties, ensure precise automation, and prevent costly modifications down the line.
