About Geospatial
DCT is a well-known name in the AEC industry, providing the highest quality services available in Europe. DCT’s Geospatial department specializes in a variety of robust geospatial services. This enables us to provide critical data analysis and assistance to our high-tech clients in order to meet their projects’ and clients’ requirements.
Geomatics is one of the fastest-growing global markets to date, and our Geospatial department positions DCT as market leader in this field due to its extensive experience, knowledge, and well-designed workflows.
Geospatial Services
Laser Scanning
Laser scanning is the rapid capture method whereby the real-world environment is captured using a high definition laser scanner. Laser scan data is known as a point cloud model and this model can then be used to produce, for example 2D or 3D AutoCAD drawings, 3D solid model.
Aerial/UAV Surveying
An aerial survey is when a UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) or drone are used to carry out a topographical survey. Reasons for using UAVs over traditional survey methods are area coverage, accuracy, speed, safety, access, and cost efficiency. UAVs can also be used for inspection of difficult to see areas, progress imagery, marketing and advertising imagery for example, properties & estate agents.
Measured Building Surveys
A measured building survey is the measurement and presentation of the general arrangement of a building. This includes the structural elements and architectural features of the building. Deliverables include floor plans, roof plans, internal & external elevations, sections and reflective ceiling plans in 2D AutoCAD/Revit.
Topographical Surveys
A topographical survey is an accurate depiction of a site which is scaled and detailed to show all the natural and manmade features and their levels. A topographical survey is highly detailed and these features can include roads, buildings, boundaries, all the way to contours which represent the topography of the area. Deliverable can be in 2D or 3D AutoCAD.
Reality Capture
Reality capture is the term used when varying types of equipment or methods are used to capture and visualise the real world in a 3D model. Methods of reality capture include photogrammetry, laser scanning, 3D modelling, BIM, 3D walkthroughs, and 360 panorama images.
Benefits of Geospatial
Time Efficient
Geospatial services can be performed immediately and in timely fashion when required. Data can then be accessed very quickly which helps streamline productivity, improve operations, and reduce the change of reworks.
Improves Coordination
Geospatial can reduce the number of visits to a site by creating a 3D virtual site where a whole team can access it from wherever they are. This improves overall project team relationships and enhances communication.
Improves Accuracy & Quality
Deploying Geospatial services helps to create accurate models from the start, which reduces the need to redo plans and avoids reworks on site. High accuracy levels reduce overheads, delays and ensures flexible planning.
Cost Efficient
Costs are drastically reduced by laser scanning due to a decrease in equipment rentals, man-hours, additional trade materials, and project delays.
Risk Mitigation
Highly accurate Geospatial technologies can capture areas of a site that would be far out of human reach such as high ceiling, ductwork, and cable trays. This decreases the risk within a project and ensures accuracy.
