One of the market leaders in the area of Cyprus decided to modify the space of their Distribution Centre by adding a truck ramp that connects basement with ground level. In order to design properly the new ramp on the existing building, an accurate and detailed documentation of the existing condition of the building was critical.

Conventional surveying and verification of an existing building is incredibly time-consuming with huge potential for inaccuracies. On the contrast, 3D Terrestrial Laser Scanning Technology has made it easier and more precise, time and work saving. The result and benefit of implementing 3D laser scanning technology for building modification projects is in producing a better survey on time with overall lower cost. 3D laser scanning expedites prefabrication by documenting existing structural elements to plan for modifications. 3D scanners capture a very high level of detail of buildings, and this helps create a permanent as-built record which can help with building modifications, renovations and future building additions with reduced miscalculations.

For this reason, Geoimaging ltd was consulted to offer our 3D laser scanning services to survey the building in high detail. The on-site laser measurements that carried out by our experienced personnel were significant in order to draft accurate and detailed as-built floor plans and elevations, material that was essential for the planning and designing of the truck ramp.

When planning a modification, engineers need to verify the original architectural drawings and ensure they accurately represent the current state of the structure. Thus, next step was to compare original drawings with our as-built measurements. Based on the as-built measurements, a truck ramp was designed and attached to the existing building and elements such as walls that have to be removed were also marked.