Since the scope was for building floor plan models to upgrade the spaces, rather than rebuilding structure or mechanical sys- tems, the accuracy was well within the project requirements. The company decided to move forward with just the BLK2GO and a single operator. And that’swhen another aspect of the technology caught Shipley’s attention. “I called our technician and asked if he had been able to get to the next set of buildings,” Shipley explains. “‘I finished those the day before yesterday,’ the technician said. ‘I’m on the fourth set now.’The efficiency was remarkable!” RELATED: Learn how to grow your business with laser scanning Although Morrison-Shipley had budgeted 120 hours with three RTC360s, the project was finished with the BLK2GO in just 71 hours—a 41 percent time savings. Using Cyclone REGISTER 360 software, the team easily handled data registration, cleanup and export to create the required Revit models. “The entire project progressed smoothly without any issues,” Shi- pley says. “We were all pleased with the outcome.” The Right People with the Right Tools
Since its inception in 1996 with just two people, Morrison- Shipley has grown steadily to 56 employees by hiring only people who share the same quality aspirations and good work ethic—people dedicated to serving clients well. The firm, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, is known for its at- tention to detail, personal service, highly qualified professional staff and innovative approach. The company culture, in turn, draws people who value this standard of excellence.
The BLK2GO is a handheld imaging laser scanner that creates a 3D digital twin while you walk through a space.the BLK2GO.
“Morrison-Shipley continues to evolve, whether it’s new technologies, new practices or new lines of busi- ness,” Shipley explains. “We are innovative because we want to speed up the delivery of our projects and improve the accuracy of what we do for our clients, but innovation is also a core aspect of our business. We want to give our people opportunities to explore the latest technologies and grow their skills. That approach benefits everyone.” Survey-grade lidar continues to be a mainstay for the firm, but the speed and agility of the BLK2GO has been a valuable addition. Having the right tools in the toolbox gives the company’s surveyors and engineers the confidence to tackle complex challenges. It gives clients the assurance that they’ll get the best service. It also raises the bar on what’s possible. “Insight is priceless,” Shipley says. “If we can offer insight with details and accurate documentation, that affects everything—the planning, the design, the construction, safety and productivity. At the end of the day, we’re here to help our clients and do a really good job for them. Technol- ogy helps us do that.” Note: This article was originally published on Pure Surveying Insights. For more stories on how technology im- proves surveying efficiency and quality, visit https://pure-surveying.com/insights. To learn more about solutions to maximize your surveying potential, get in touch with a surveying and engineer- ing expert at Leica Geosystems.
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