HOW IT WORKS
Common Questions we’re asked before a project
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The time it takes to scan your structure or space varies widely based on multiple factors such as: the size and complexity of the floor plan layout, the number of different rooms and/or spaces, and access to the site. Generally, buildings with large open spaces require less scans as compared to smaller, yet more complex & segmented floor plans
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Virtually any type of building or structure – hotels, schools, hospitals, office buildings, restaurants, commercial buildings, gymnasiums, stadiums, theaters/ auditoriums and farm/agriculture structures.
Our employees’ safety is paramount, and we will avoid unsafe, unhealthy, and dangerous buildings.
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In most cases this is not necessary. We can normally work with the current owner to schedule access for scanning. We will not, however, engage in Breaking & Entering.
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We will need full access to the site and to all the interior rooms and spaces –so all doors will need to be unlocked. For the best results, an empty building with no people and clear walkways is preferred.
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We can provide detailed and accurate floor plans showing doors, windows, plumbing fixtures, fixed cabinets and equipment at whatever scale you need.
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We can also provide roof plans for low slope (flat) roof structures and exterior elevations.
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Yes. Scans can be converted into models for virtual reality walkthroughs or augmented reality overlays, helping clients visualize projects at full scale.
Safety & Operation
How Safe is the process
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Yes. The RTC360 uses Class 1 eye-safe lasers, which means they can be safely operated around people. There are no harmful effects from standing near the scanner or being in the scanned environment. The only precaution is to avoid staring into the laser source through optical devices like binoculars, which could focus the beam
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Yes. The scanner continues to operate even if there’s movement in the room. However, people or objects that move during scanning may appear blurred or “ghosted” in the final point cloud. For the most precise results, it’s best to limit activity in the space while scanning is underway.
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No. Laser scanning is quiet — producing only a low humming sound — and non-invasive. Spaces can typically remain in use while scans are performed with little to no disturbance. If people are present during the scan, they may appear in the data, so for the cleanest results we recommend scheduling scans for times when the area is empty. We’ll work with you to find the most convenient time frame.
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Yes — with the right precautions. One of the advantages of laser scanning is that it minimizes the need for people to enter risky areas, since data can often be captured from a safe distance. In some cases, factors like dust, extreme temperatures, or limited access may require specialized equipment or adjusted methods to ensure accurate results and safe operation.
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Yes. Since the scanners use laser measurement, lighting conditions don’t affect accuracy. The only difference is that photo-colorization may appear darker if ambient light is low. However, Reflective or transparent surfaces (like mirrors or glass) can distort scans.
Direct rain, fog, or heavy dust can reduce accuracy.