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A selection of completed projects across active facilities and complex sites, showing how accurate scan data and models are used to support real planning, coordination, and execution.

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Industrial interior with large cylindrical tanks connected by multiple curved ducts and metal railing.

3D model of an industrial piping system with numerous blue pipes, valves, and green handrails.

Colorful 3D model of industrial piping and platform structure with stairs and railings.

3D digital model of a fenced industrial plant with multiple buildings and machinery on a gray base.

3D model of industrial machinery with pipes, ducts, and units in a factory setting.

3D model of an industrial setup with tanks, pipes, and structural framework in various colors.

Digital 3D model of building interior showing structural elements, pipes, ductwork, and stairs in various colors.

3D laser scan of an industrial machine with pipes and measurement labels in feet and inches.

3D model of an industrial structure with pipes, platforms, and machinery in brown, blue, and pink colors.

Industrial mechanical room with large pipes, control panels, and machinery under ceiling beams.

3D model of industrial piping system with yellow pipes, red and brown platforms, and green machinery components.

Case Study

Projects that prove the value of accuracy

Explore real-world projects where laser scanning, 3D modeling, and digital engineering reduced risk, improved execution, and delivered measurable outcomes

How Scan-Driven Engineering De-Risked a $10K/Minute Coal Transfer Tower Retrofit

A six-floor coal transfer tower retrofit used laser scanning, 3D engineering, DEM simulation, and fabrication QA to reduce outage risk, protect 6,400 TPH throughput, and validate first-time fit-up.

3D Scan & Model

June 11, 2026

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Laser Scanning & DEM Simulation for Crusher Feed Retrofit

See how laser scanning, 3D modeling, and DEM simulation helped reduce retrofit risk, validate 1,400 TPH wet coal flow, and improve crusher feed performance.

3D Scan & Model

June 1, 2026

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Laser Scanning Enables Compressed Air System Retrofit at a 32800 MW Power Plant — Without Downtime

See how laser scanning and 3D modeling enabled a 3200 MW power plant to retrofit a compressed air system without downtime, saving $1M+ in equipment and rework costs.

3D Scan & Model

March 19, 2026

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Reality capture webinars

Learn how AsBuilt helps contractors, facility owners, and project teams turn laser scanning, point clouds, and as-built data into project intelligence.Explore practical workflows for improving coordination, validating field conditions, tracking progress, reducing rework, and making better decisions on complex construction and industrial facility projects.
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Recent project work

Real scans across industries and facility types

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Fabrication Verification: Crusher Transfer Chute

Fabrication Inspection

Scan-Based Analysis

February 10, 2026

Laser-scan fabrication verification of a Crusher transfer chute: best-fit point cloud vs. 3D model with colorized deviation heat-maps (±1/16" tolerance) and photoreal walkthroughs for bolt-up assurance and pre-shipment QA.

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AsBuilt of Hoppers for Dry Ash Conversion

Ash Hoppers

3D Scan & Model

January 9, 2023

AsBuilt supported a legacy coal-fired power plant in upgrading its bottom ash handling system by capturing accurate as-built conditions and developing a 3D model to support a dry ash system conversion for regulatory compliance.

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AsBuilt of Plywood Presses

Manufacturing

3D Scan & Model

January 9, 2023

AsBuilt supported a major capital equipment upgrade by capturing accurate as-is conditions for three press replacements. Using 3D laser scanning and modeling, the project team eliminated reliance on outdated drawings, enabled precise installation planning, and reduced risk during equipment removal and replacement.

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AsBuilt of Piping Spool Pieces

Power

3D Scan & Model

August 21, 2021

AsBuilt used 3D laser scanning and modeling to support a like-kind replacement of saltwater cooling piping. The project delivered accurate fabrication-ready models where existing drawings were unreadable, enabling reliable spool design and future replacement planning.

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AsBuilt of HRSG Piping

Power

3D Scan & Model

October 19, 2022

AsBuilt supported a power plant piping upgrade by capturing full as-built conditions across three HRSG units. Comprehensive 3D laser scanning enabled accurate visualization, coordination, and planning for piping modifications tying into a shared HRH line.

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Material Handling

From Laser Scan to Verified Fabrication: A Better Workflow for Bulk Material Handling Retrofits

A better bulk material handling retrofit workflow starts with field verification, not outdated drawings. Learn how laser scanning, as-built modeling, engineering, verification, and install planning reduce risk before fabrication and outage work.

Material Handling

Bulk Material Handling Engineering for Chute and Conveyor Retrofits

AsBuilt + Acensium provide component-neutral bulk material handling engineering for transfer chutes, conveyors, retrofits, outage planning, DEM-supported review, and field-verified design.

Reality Capture

How Scan-Driven Engineering Supports Industrial Retrofit Performance

Learn how scan-driven engineering improves retrofit execution by validating fit, supporting simulation, reducing fabrication risk, and improving shutdown performance.

Reality Capture

No Reliable Drawings? Verify Fit Before the Outage Window

Outage windows leave little room for field surprises. Learn how laser scanning and scan-based modeling help verify existing conditions before retrofit work begins.

BIM & Coordination

Everything You Need to Know About BIM Coordination

Learn what BIM coordination is, how it works, and why scan-based existing conditions reduce clashes, rework, and risk in retrofit projects.

BIM & Coordination

When Should Contractors Outsource BIM Coordination?

Learn when to outsource BIM coordination, what contractors gain, and how external BIM support reduces rework, RFIs, and field conflicts.

Reality Capture

Laser Scanning vs. SLAM vs. Photogrammetry vs. Matterport: Which Reality Capture Method Is Best for Industrial Projects?

Compare TLS, SLAM, photogrammetry, and Matterport for industrial reality capture. Learn which method is best for as-builts, retrofit planning, and scan-to-BIM.

Announcements

Safety Culture in Reality Capture: Why AsBuilt’s 89/100 Rating Sets a New Industry Standard

Most reality capture vendors compete on speed and cost—but overlook the single biggest risk factor: safety culture. AsBuilt’s independently verified 89/100 safety maturity score places it among the top performers in construction and engineering. Here’s why safety-first operations drive better project outcomes, lower risk, and higher reliability.

BIM & Coordination

ROI of Reality Capture and BIM Coordination in Construction Projects

Discover how laser scanning and BIM coordination reduce rework, shorten schedules, and improve ROI in complex construction projects involving existing facilities.

Reality Capture

Pre-Turnaround Checklist: How Laser Scanning Reduces Shutdown Risk and Cost Overruns

Learn how pre-turnaround laser scanning prevents costly shutdown delays. Includes checklist, timeline, and ROI insights for plant turnaround planning.

2D Drawings & Documentation

Accurate As-Built P&IDs: Why Process Plants Need Laser-Scanned Documentation for Safety and Compliance

Outdated P&IDs create serious safety and compliance risks in industrial plants. Learn how laser scanning and as-built documentation ensure accurate P&IDs, improve OSHA PSM compliance, and protect plant operations.

Reality Capture

Industrial 3D Laser Scanning and Modeling Services

Industrial 3D scanning and modeling services for manufacturing facilities. Reduce downtime risk, support plant upgrades, and improve capital planning accuracy.

Reality Capture

Industrial 3D Laser Scanning Services for Manufacturing Plants

How industrial 3D laser scanning helps manufacturing plants reduce downtime, plan expansions, document assets, and execute capital projects with greater precision.

Reality Capture

Deviation Analysis Using LiDAR: How Industrial Leaders Reduce Risk

Discover how scan-based deviation analysis uses millions of LiDAR data points to detect settling, thermal movement, and structural risk—saving industrial facilities millions.

Power

Unlocking Efficiency: How Condition-Based Monitoring with 3D Deviation Analysis Transforms Power Plant Maintenance

Discover how condition-based monitoring (CBM) combined with AsBuilt's 3D deviation analysis reduces reactive maintenance costs in power plants, cuts downtime by up to 50%, and builds living digital twins for proactive asset management.

BIM & Coordination

Escaping the Construction Wild West: How BIM and VDC Coordination Boosts Efficiency, Reduces Costs, and Drives Innovation

Discover how BIM and VDC coordination escapes construction's "Wild West" chaos—reducing rework by up to 30%, cutting costs 5-10%, and embracing AI/digital twins trends. Proactive planning for better efficiency. Contact AsBuilt3D today.

Reality Capture

Data Center Construction Boom: Why Scan-Based As-Builts Win Projects

Data center construction is surging and schedules are compressing. Learn the market stats driving demand and how scan-based as-builts reduce risk, speed installs, and help teams win data center projects.

Power

How 3D Scanning & As-Builts Reduce Risk in Power & Utilities

See how 3D scanning and accurate as-built drawings help power and utility owners manage deviation analysis, thermal risk, and MOC with confidence.

Announcements

Built From the Field Up: The Origin Story of Acensium and AsBuilt

Founded in 2003, Acensium and its AsBuilt division were created to solve real industrial engineering problems. Learn how field-driven expertise, safety, and 3D reality capture shaped their mission.

Risk & Planning

The Hidden Cost of Outdated As-Built Drawings in Industrial Projects

Outdated as-built drawings increase risk, rework, and downtime in industrial projects. Learn how accurate existing-condition data reduces hidden costs.

Reality Capture

Thousands of Engineering Firms, but Only Three Categories

Engineering firms fall into three categories based on how they handle existing conditions. Learn why reality capture and 3D scanning create more predictable outcomes.

Risk & Planning

Why Retrofit & Brownfield Projects Fail Before Construction Starts

Retrofit and brownfield projects fail early due to missing baseline data. Learn why surprises happen—and how accurate reality capture prevents them.

BIM & Coordination

Streamlining BIM Coordination for MEPF Trades: Helping Trades Meet General Contractor Requirements

General contractors rely on BIM coordination to control risk and schedules. Learn how accurate existing-condition data improves MEPF coordination and reduces conflicts.

Risk & Planning

How to Reduce Contingency Risk with 3D Scanning

Learn how 3D laser scanning reduces contingency risk by eliminating uncertainty around existing conditions, enabling smarter budgets and more confident project planning.

Risk & Planning

How Reality Capture Decreases Risk and Boosts Efficiency

Reality capture reduces project risk and improves efficiency by replacing assumptions with accurate existing-condition data from the start.

Reality Capture

3D Building Scanning for Retail Renovation

Retail renovation projects often fail due to inaccurate building information. Learn how 3D building scanning reduces risk, improves coordination, and prevents rework.

Project Execution

3D Scanning for Construction Project Management

3D scanning helps construction project managers improve coordination, control schedules, and reduce risk by starting with accurate existing-condition data.

Reality Capture

Enhancing Communication and Gaining Insight Using 3D Reality Capture

3D reality capture improves communication, alignment, and decision-making by giving project teams a shared, accurate view of existing conditions.

Reality Capture

How Engineering Firms Can Leverage 3D Reality Capture

Engineering firms can utilize 3D technology to increase accuracy and reduce costs. Learn how engineers can utilize 3D before, during and after projects.

Reality Capture

3D Scanning Provides a Digital Twin As-Built for Demolition & Installation Projects

3D laser scanning creates accurate digital twins that reduce risk, improve planning, and support safe demolition and precise installation projects.

Business Case

A Better Way to Reduce Engineering Costs

Engineering costs increase due to rework and uncertainty. Learn how accurate existing-condition data reduces redesign, improves coordination, and protects margins.

Risk & Planning

Reduce Risk and Costly Mistakes by Ensuring Your RFQ Is 100% Accurate Through 3D Scanning

Accurate RFQs reduce risk and costly mistakes. Learn how 3D laser scanning improves scope clarity, pricing accuracy, and project outcomes.

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