Background
Sky Revolutions was commissioned by Paragon Building Consultancy, a renowned building and project consultancy, to conduct a measured building survey for an apartment block in Lincoln. The client sought a fast and accurate survey to minimise disruption for tenants and visitors while ensuring the delivery of precise data for future building projects.
Project objectives
The main goals of the project were:
- To provide accurate building elevations and comprehensive survey data for the apartment block.
- To minimise time on-site, reducing disruption for tenants and building visitors.
- To utilise advanced survey technology to deliver high-quality results quickly.
Challenges and solutions
The apartment block was a fully occupied building, so minimising disruption was critical. Traditional survey methods would have required up to three weeks on-site, which would have caused inconvenience to both tenants and building management. Sky Revolutions used the Trimble X7 laser scanner, a cutting-edge piece of equipment that allows for fast, accurate data collection. This significantly reduced the time spent on-site, completing the survey in just four days, compared to the three weeks typically required by traditional equipment. This saved the client time and costs, while minimising disruption for tenants.
Methodology
- Trimble X7 laser scanner deployment: The Trimble X7 was selected for its ability to provide high-precision measurements while reducing the time spent on-site. The scanner captured accurate point cloud data and 3D measurements of the building’s exterior and interior in a fraction of the time.
- Building elevations: The data collected from the Trimble X7 scanner was used to produce a set of building elevations, which were delivered to the client within 24 hours of completing the survey.
- Additional survey outputs: As part of Sky Revolutions’ comprehensive survey capabilities, potential outputs can include floorplans, 3D CAD models, and digitally accurate point clouds. For this project, building elevations were the primary deliverable, but additional data could be provided as needed.
Results
The measured building survey delivered several key benefits to the client:
- Time savings: By using the advanced Trimble X7 scanner, Sky Revolutions completed the survey in just four days, as opposed to the three weeks that traditional methods would have required.
- Cost efficiency: The reduced time on-site translated into cost savings for the client, while still delivering high-quality results.
- Minimal disruption: Tenants and visitors experienced minimal inconvenience, thanks to the shortened time frame for the survey work.
- Fast turnaround: The building elevations were delivered the day after the survey was completed, demonstrating Sky Revolutions’ commitment to providing quick and accurate data.
Conclusion
Sky Revolutions successfully completed a measured building survey for Paragon Building Consultancy’s apartment block in Lincoln, providing fast and accurate results while minimising disruption to the building’s occupants. The use of the Trimble X7 scanner not only saved significant time on-site but also ensured the delivery of precise data that met the client’s needs.
For more information on how Sky Revolutions can assist with your measured building surveys, including 3D CAD modeling, floorplans, and aerial surveys, contact our team today.
