Scan to BIM
Scan to BIM: a coordination- or fabrication-ready model, built from your site's laser scan.
For architects, MEP engineers, and contractors who need an accurate, LOD-appropriate Revit or IFC model of an existing building or industrial site — without paying for detail the project doesn't need.
What you get
Three LOD tiers, matched to your project phase
Schematic
Massing and approximate systems — for early design and feasibility decisions.
Coordination-Grade
Precise geometry — the standard tier for design coordination and clash detection.
Fabrication-Grade
MEP-integrated, fabrication- and construction-ready detail.
⚑ Tier names above follow S1's proposed Model/BIM mapping — pending client confirmation before publish
| Tier | Format | Typical turnaround | Typical use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schematic (LOD 200) | RVT / IFC | 5–7 days | Early design, feasibility |
| Coordination-Grade (LOD 300) | RVT / IFC | 2–3 weeks | Design coordination, clash detection |
| Fabrication-Grade (LOD 350–400) | RVT / IFC | 3–5 weeks | MEP fabrication, construction-ready |
Which LOD tier do I actually need?
- Still deciding on massing or feasibility → Tier 1, Schematic (LOD 200).
- Coordinating disciplines or checking for clashes → Tier 2, Coordination-Grade (LOD 300).
- Handing the model to fabrication or construction → Tier 3, Fabrication-Grade (LOD 350–400).
- Still unsure? Talk to an engineer →
Our process
Where Scan to BIM adds one more step
- 1
Control network
Leica Total Station establishes the geo-referenced control points the model will be built against.
- 2
FARO capture
The site is captured as a registered point cloud — control-tied, not cloud-to-cloud alone.
- 3
Registration
Every scan is registered to the control network, not to whichever scan sits next to it — that's what the BIM model's accuracy actually depends on.
- 4
LOD assignment
Every element is modeled to the exact LOD tier you've chosen — no more, no less — with MEP elements auto-recognized from pipe diameters where present.
What if the site is still operational during scanning?
- Scanning is scheduled around active operations — most industrial sites are captured without a shutdown.
- Restricted-access areas can be captured in a later pass and merged into the existing registration.
- Tell us about access constraints before the site visit so it's built into the schedule, not discovered on-site.
On certification
Asked directly, answered directly
We don't hold a formal ISO 19650 certificate. Our accuracy comes from a hybrid Leica Total Station + FARO laser-scanning workflow, with every point cloud registered against a geo-referenced control network before modeling starts.
That workflow is built to meet the coordination and clash-detection expectations that ISO 19650-aligned BIM projects require — described here concretely rather than claimed as a badge we don't hold.
Spec sheet
Accuracy, by the numbers
| Metric | Typical value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Point cloud ranging error | ±1 mm | FARO Focus S150, per manufacturer spec |
| Registration RMSE | ≤ 3 mm | Against Total Station control network |
| Tier 1 deliverable tolerance | ± 20 mm | LOD 200, schematic massing |
| Tier 2 deliverable tolerance | ± 10 mm | LOD 300, coordination-grade |
| Tier 3 deliverable tolerance | ± 5 mm | LOD 350–400, fabrication-grade |
⚑ Figures shown are draft placeholders for layout — confirm against real project data before publish.
Where this is used
Typical use cases
MEP clash coordination
Existing-conditions BIM as the baseline for new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design.
Industrial plant modeling
Pipe racks, tanks, and process equipment modeled directly from point cloud, with diameters auto-recognized.
Renovation & retrofit planning
An accurate existing-conditions model where original drawings are missing, outdated, or unreliable.
Industrial clients
Industrial groups we've delivered Scan to BIM for
thyssenkrupp, Linde, Diler Holding, and Yapı Merkezi are among the industrial and construction groups we've scanned facilities for — real, sizeable operations where an inaccurate model isn't an option.
- thyssenkrupp
- Linde
- Diler Holding
- Yapı Merkezi
Need something more specific?
Industrial Plant Scan to BIM
Pipe racks, tank farms, and process equipment — the specific challenges of scanning a live industrial site.
FAQ
Scan to BIM — frequently asked
What LOD range do you deliver, and how is the right LOD chosen?
Do you hold ISO 19650 certification?
What formats do you deliver, and which Revit versions are supported?
How is the point cloud itself delivered — can we use it directly in Revit?
Can pipe and MEP elements be auto-recognized from the point cloud?
Is this suitable for an industrial plant or factory environment?
How do you handle clash detection and coordination during modeling?
How long does a typical Scan to BIM project take?
Tell us what your BIM model needs to do.
Send the site details and we'll recommend a tier and turnaround.