Educational Webinar: Tolerances of Form

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The objective of this webinar is to provide you with a thorough understanding of the subject, using illustrative examples. This webinar is a recording of a live webinar that took place on January 11, 2017 at 2:00pm (est). By watching this recorded webinar, you will learn: To define how to report the form tolerance zones … Read more

What’s the difference between Laser Radar and LIDAR technology?

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Article by John Smits, Gary Confalone, and Tom Kinnare – ECM A question frequently asked by our clients is, “What’s the difference between Laser-Radar and LIDAR technology?” It’s a question without a simple answer. Confusion between the two is understandable. Their names are nearly synonymous and the terms are often used interchangeably. The acronyms are RADAR, … Read more

Helping Companies Navigate the New Normal Post COVID-19

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Article by Kevin Cruickshanks, ECM The COVID-19 pandemic has sent shockwaves through industries and forced many companies to either scale back their operations or shut down altogether. As the effects of the pandemic evolve, companies are identifying response efforts to implement the changes necessary to stabilize within the new normal and strategize for what is … Read more

Digital Twin or BIM?

Whether its online ads, blogs or webinars, Digital Twin is the latest term to permeate the AEC and facilities industries.  What exactly is a Digital Twin? Article by John Smits, VP-AEC Division – ECM Global  Is it a fancier name for Building Information Modeling, commonly known as BIM? Do you need 3D Laser scanning to … Read more

Scan Data is an Important First Step in BIM Representation

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3D Scanning Documents Any Building, Any Configuration Article By: John Smits, VP of AEC/3D Scanning Division, ECM Global The phone rang. You’ve been offered the design contract for a prime renovation project, turning an old brick and timber factory building into new office and condos. However, the developer of this high visibility project has a tight … Read more