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Exploring AutoCAD DWG & DXF file formats
Demystifying Autodesk’s DWG and DXF File Formats: Understanding the Differences Introduction When it comes to computer-aided design (CAD) software, Autodesk’s DWG and DXF file formats are widely used and often mentioned. However, understanding the differences between these two formats can be confusing. In this blog post, we will shed light on the dissimilarities, helping you…
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Transforming Laser Scanned Point Clouds into 3D Models with Revit
3D Revit model created by Bury Associates from laser scanned point cloud From Laser Scanned Point Clouds to 3D Models with Revit In the world of construction, architecture, and surveying, Autodesk’s Revit is a game-changer. Renowned for its Building Information Modeling (BIM) capabilities, Revit is a software application that architects, structural engineers, and professionals in…
Read MoreMatterport Tour Advantages
The advantages for architects & building conservationists of using Matterport tours created with the new Matterport Pro 3 camera. Matterport Pro 3 3D camera is revolutionizing the way architects and building conservationists approach their work. With this camera, Matterport tours of existing buildings can be created, which offer several advantages over traditional documentation methods. The…
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7 advantages of having a drone survey for your next project
What are the advantages of having a Drone Surveys? We’re often asked about the advantages of using our drones on new construction or inspection projects, so here are 7 great advantages that will help you The Advantages of a Drone Survey You get a 3D model of your site that shows every detail, and you…
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The Oriental Club – Heritage scan to BIM project
Scan to Bim – Case Study for Historic England Heritage Survey of The Oriental Club Bury Associates were recently asked by Historic England to contribute a Scan to BIM case study for their new BIM for Heritage guide. We’ve reproduced our case study for this month’s blog; it describes how we laser scanned and modelled…
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Laser scanning the Cyfarthfa Castle Ice House
Laser Scan Survey of Cyfarthfa Castle Laser Scanning the Ice House at Cyfarthfa Castle: Ensuring Structural Safety In June 2016, we were commissioned to perform a crucial laser scanning project at the ice house located at Cyfarthfa Castle near Merthyr Tydfil. Our survey team was tasked by Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council to help their…
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Surveying Past meets Surveying Present… in 3D
Trig Pillars and their Role in Surveying When the old meets the new On a recent autumn walk, we climbed Chase End Hill at the tail end of the Malvern Hills, which is crowned by a wonderfully intact Ordnance Survey trig pillar. Trig pillars were once the backbone of our national mapping network. Every time…
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Bury Associates complete epic laser scan to Revit BIM project in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Laser Scan to Revit BIM Project Originally Posted on Feb 13, 2017 by Steve In 2017 Bury Associates completed their largest ever laser scan to Revit BIM project of the former Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. Steve Bury describes how the project was carried out and gives a few facts and figures about this huge undertaking.…
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