3D laser scanning...the key to project design and planning in a post-COVID world.

After a period of considerable growth and to capitalise on market demand, our client planned to expand on current operations by constructing a purpose- built, ready-to-eat (RTE) fresh salad manufacturing facility.

The new facility would need to be constructed to meet the stringent requirements of retail consumer markets and configured to maximise efficiency and optimise best practice processes and quality. The process design requirements included the incorporation of new and existing equipment into the final design, as well as the provision of high-care hygiene processing environments.

Key Requirements

Foodability Co. was engaged by the client to utilise 3D laser scanning technology to survey and document the existing process, providing accurate and detailed data for the design and construction phases of the project.

Specific deliverables included:

• 3D laser scanning of existing facility processing areas.
• Suvey of existing process and equipment requirements.
• Development of 3D As-Built models incorporated into proposed new facility design.

Delivered Value

Utilising our own 3D laser scanner the data-collection process was completed in a single site visit with just two personnel, providing a non-intrusive and safe method of capturing the data required to make accurate and detailed models.

The high level of detail of the 3D models generated for the client provided a platform for making informed decisions regarding the as-built environment and the preliminary designs of the project, improving the coordination and accuracy of prefabrication, installation and contractor services.

Utilising 3D laser scanning technology in the early phase of a project not only substantially reduces the risks of costly changes to the design, it also provides improved safety outcomes in managing external contractors, trades and services.