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Scan to BIM: the digital model of an existing building

Refurbishing, extending or operating a building without reliable plans: Scan to BIM turns a laser survey into a digital model usable by the architect and the facility manager.

3D model of a villa produced from a survey
3D model of a villa produced from a survey

When is it needed

  • Refurbishment or extension.
  • Technical management of a property portfolio.
  • Coordination of trades on an existing building.

Our work

  1. Level of detail. Defined with the client before the survey.
  2. Scan. Point cloud referenced and checked.
  3. Modelling. Walls, slabs, openings, structure, visible services.
  4. Check. Model / point cloud deviations verified.

Examples of assignments

  • Building before refurbishment
  • Office building
  • Industrial building

What you receive

  • BIM model (IFC, RVT)
  • Extracted plans and sections
  • Point cloud

Reference framework

  • Contractual level of detail
  • Accuracy standards of the ONIGT (National Order of Surveying Engineers)

Where we work

Based in Casablanca (Aïn Sebaâ), the firm carries out this service throughout Morocco: Greater Casablanca, Rabat-Salé-Témara, Fès, Tangier, Agadir, the Oriental and the South. Its survey crews travel to the site for the duration of the assignment.

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Frequently asked questions

2D plans or BIM model?

Plans are sufficient for a file; the model is used for design and facility management.