From production plants to packaging facilities, our 3D scanning and CAD modeling solutions help optimize layouts, improve workflow efficiency, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

• 3D scanning for facility expansion and renovations
• Digital twins for equipment optimization and maintenance
• Scan-to-CAD integration for improved plant design

From pre-construction site analysis to as-built documentation, we provide highly accurate 3D scans and CAD models to support construction projects at every stage.

• Scan-to-BIM integration for architectural planning
• Virtual walkthroughs for design collaboration
• Digital documentation for structural integrity assessments

Manufacturing plants change constantly. Equipment gets moved, lines get added, and the drawings almost never keep up. When you plan a retrofit against drawings that are ten years out of date, you find the problems during installation, which is the most expensive possible time to find them.

3DS Technologies scans operating plants across Canada and the United States. We capture your facility as it actually exists, millions of measured points, without shutting down production. Your engineers design against reality instead of memory.

What we capture in a manufacturing facility

Production lines and equipment footprints. Overhead piping, conduit and cable tray. Structural steel and mezzanines. Clearances between machines, columns and walls. Everything a designer needs to fit new equipment into an existing building without surprises.

What you get back

Raw scans are not the deliverable. We register and process the data into what your team actually works in: 2D as-built drawings, 3D CAD models, BIM models for scan to BIM workflows, digital twins, and virtual walkthroughs your whole team can open in a browser. If you just need the point cloud, we deliver that too.

Why manufacturers scan before they change anything

The real project risk often lies in starting with incorrect information. A scan before design means new equipment fits the first time, tie-in points are where the model says they are, and contractors quote from facts instead of allowances. Most clients find one avoided clash pays for the scan.

Frequently asked questions

Do we have to stop production for the scan?

No. We scan around your operation. Laser scanning is non contact and we work with your safety and production schedule, including nights and weekends when needed.

How long does scanning a plant take?

Most single facilities are captured in one to three days on site. Processing and modelling time depends on the deliverable, and we give you a firm timeline in the quote.

How accurate is the data?

We use survey grade Leica laser scanners. Accuracy of the registered point cloud is measured in millimetres, which is tighter than any tape measure or disto survey of a large facility.

What software do the deliverables work with?

AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, Navisworks and most major CAD and BIM platforms. Tell us what your team uses and we deliver in that format.

What does it cost?

It depends on the size of the facility and the deliverable you need. Call us at (519) 766-5885 or use the contact page and we will give you a straight answer with a firm quote.

Our reality capture technology supports mine planning, infrastructure documentation, and safety compliance, helping mining companies optimize their operational efficiency and asset management.

• Terrestrial and mobile LiDAR scanning for mine site mapping
• Digital models for underground and surface mining infrastructure
• Drone photogrammetry for stockpile volume calculations

3D laser scanning and digital twins provide oil and gas facilities with precise documentation for pipeline networks, storage tanks, and refineries, improving maintenance and safety protocols.

• 3D scanning for plant upgrades and retrofits
• Digital twins for asset management and predictive maintenance
• Tank analysis and pipeline integrity scanning

For home builders and renovation specialists, our scanning technology ensures accurate site measurements, reducing errors and improving project efficiency.

• 3D scanning for renovation planning
• As-built documentation for accurate design execution
• High-resolution scans for historical preservation projects

Our reality capture solutions provide detailed, accurate 3D models for shipbuilding and retrofitting, reducing costs and improving project precision.

• 3D scanning for hull design and modifications
• Digital twins for vessel maintenance and inspection
• CAD modeling for structural retrofitting

With digital facility mapping and 3D visualization, we help warehouses optimize storage space, workflow, and inventory management.

• Facility scanning for warehouse layout optimization
• Virtual walkthroughs for logistics planning
• Scan-to-CAD integration for automated storage solutions

We support municipalities and private operators with high-precision 3D scanning to ensure accurate documentation and infrastructure planning for water treatment plants and reservoirs.

• 3D scans for pump station and pipeline inspections
• Digital twins for plant maintenance
• CAD modeling for facility upgrades and retrofits