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laser scanning
Land & Engineering Surveyors Lancashire
High accuracy 3D Laser scanning services
Based in Lancashire, Operating Nationwide
We believe that surveying is not just about measurements and recording physical data, but it continues through to final presentation. 3D Laser scanners capture millions of points per second creating a point cloud. This enables the finer details and the physical site itself to be viewed from the comfort of your office without having to visit site.
Utilising our in-house 3D Laser Scanners, the data sets collected can be fed into BIM, Revit, and CAD software to allow any type of manipulation of the data such as the creation of BIM Models, DTMs, Cross Sections, Elevations, and Internal Floor Plans to name a few.
3D Laser Scanning suits complicated and high-level detailed areas ideal for steelwork, restoration, heritage, repair, or conservation projects. Laser scanners also work in dark areas or can be utilised at night.
Point cloud data can be presented in Black & White or Colour depending on your budget and your individual project needs. We can also use the data collected to capture Orthorectified images which can be overlaid onto Elevations to enhance visualisation of detail.
What is a Laser Scanning Survey?
Laser scanning (also called 3D laser scanning or LiDAR) uses pulsed laser technology to rapidly collect millions of highly precise spatial points. These points form a dense 3D point cloud, capturing the physical world in exceptional detail – from terrain and structures to complex infrastructure.
Unlike conventional methods that record individual measurements manually, laser scanning gathers comprehensive spatial data in a fraction of the time with excellent accuracy and efficiency.
Laser Scanning Methods:
Terrestrial laser scanning captures a 360° sweep from a stationary setup, firing millions of laser pulses to build a detailed point cloud of the surrounding environment.
Ideal for:
- Measured building surveys
- Detailed architectural documentation
- Structural condition mapping
- BIM model foundations
SLAM scanners are mobile, allowing surveyors to walk through a space while capturing continuous 3D data.
Ideal for:
- Confined or intricate interior spaces
- Industrial facilities
- Areas with obstructed access
LiDAR sensors mounted on drones fire thousands of laser pulses per second, measuring return time to build accurate representations of large areas from the air.
Ideal for:
- Large or uneven terrain
- Vegetation-penetrating surveys
- Terrain models and corridor capture
Why Do You Need a Laser Scanning Survey?
- Complex construction environments
- Large-scale topographical mapping
- Refurbishment and retrofit projects
- Infrastructure and asset management
- Design coordination and BIM workflows
Why Laser Scanning Matters
Laser scanning revolutionises survey data collection by offering:
Capture complex environments far faster than traditional methods.
Millimetre-level precision for detailed modelling and analysis.
Data captured from a distance reduces need for access to hazardous areas.
Hard-to-measure features are recorded in dense 3D point clouds.
What Will You Receive from a Laser Scanning Survey?
When you commission a laser scanning survey with Site Surveying Services, you receive accurate, design-ready digital data that can be used immediately for planning, modelling and construction.
Depending on your project requirements, typical deliverables include:
in choosing the right scanning method for every project
3D data capture and processing
coverage with based in Lancashire
clear and client-ready deliverables
from to early phases and beyond
What is Laser Scanning in Surveying?
Laser scanning, also known as lidar (Light Detection and Ranging), is a surveying technology that uses laser beams to accurately measure the distance, shape, and
our services
Land and Engineering Surveyors
topographical surveys
Site Surveying Services work with a variety of different clients on different projects, and we pride ourselves on delivering accurate, efficient, cost effective surveys ensuring our clients receive the best possible product.
utility mapping
Using the latest equipment, we can provide the location of underground services in either 2D or 3D. We use state of the art Ground Penetrating Radar and Electromagnetic Location to assist your project when service avoidance may be a potential issue on site.
monitoring
Is there any movement? That is the question that is asked before and during any monitoring scheme. That is the reason we undertake monitoring, to check for movement.
laser scanning
For mass collection of accurate survey data then nothing beats scanning. Using 3D laser Scanners the surveyors can capture millions of points per second with the creation of a PointCloud.
volumetric analysis
We specialise in the analysis of a scheme’s volumetrics at any point in time. Be it Tender, Prestart, Monthly, Weekly, or Final.
bathymetric surveys
setting out & site engineering
Bread and butter work for us! Having a strong relationship with many civil engineering companies we have a very strong team of Site Engineers and Engineering Surveyors working for us.
control network installation
At Site Surveying Services we have vast experience in this field. Be it a large highway scheme or a private property we can advise on what accuracies are required from your control network depending on what work you are carrying out and the tolerances you are carrying this work out to.
uav mapping & aerial surveys
Large areas of ground can be covered capturing the most unbelievable detail which would just be unable to be recorded with traditional methods. Our clients have really seen the benefit of what UAV surveys bring to the table.
measured building surveys
From an Industrial Unit through to a Historic House to a Semi Detached House, Site Surveying Services can provide a measured building survey for all.
3d machine control
Machine control systems have been around for years now and Site Surveying Services have been utilising these systems from the very start. We realised the benefits of these systems early on when working with earthworks contractors.
survey equipment hire
Being a leader in the Surveying and Engineering sector we have a fleet of modern survey equipment at our disposal which is second to none. We carry the latest GNSS Base Stations, GNSS Rovers, Robotic Total Stations, Laser Scanners, Digital Levels, and Dual Grade Lasers.
Virtual Tour 3D
Virtual Tour 3D is an immersive experience which instantly transports your clients to your business, and guides them through your space, creating a seamless and captivating experience.
BIM Model Creation
BIM (Building Information Modelling) model creation in surveying refers to the process of using specialised software to create a 3D digital model of a building or infrastructure project that includes information about the project’s design, construction, and maintenance.
