TECHNOLOGY
Always on the forefront of technology, Doster’s VDC department offers a wide range of services to enhance your project.
From preliminary designs to 3-D building modeling, prefabrication to virtual reality, technology is paving the way for more streamlined project implementation, with safer, higher quality results.
Virtual Reality
Immersive technology that aids in visualization & design review
BIM Coordination
Addresses constructability issues early on & reduces conflicts
3D Laser Scanning
Creates accurate record of the project for all team members
4D Scheduling
Develops visual schedules to enhance project sequencing
Drone Videography
Enhances visualization, safety & quality
360 camera
Documents current conditions & ties in with progress photo solutions
Trimble
Real-time data, connected workflows and cloud-based construction technologies
facilities management
For more efficient planning, modeling and project optimization
Building Information Modeling
Our VDC approach is anchored by Building Information Modeling (BIM). BIM provides a detailed, dynamic 3D model that integrates all aspects of the project—architectural, structural, and MEPF (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection) systems. This unified model facilitates enhanced coordination, clash detection, and lifecycle management.
We tailor our implementation of VDC tools to meet the unique needs of each project. By assessing project requirements, scale, complexity, and client objectives, we determine the most effective combination and application of these technologies. This flexible approach ensures that we apply the right tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall project success, while delivering tailored solutions that align with the specific demands and goals of each project.
Laser Scanning
Our VD+C team owns and operates a 3D Laser Scanner for existing projects. Our team, in a matter of hours, can measure and document entire facilities to ensure all renovation and refit work truly matches the existing conditions. An accurate record of the existing building enables us to better plan construction activities, prefabricate work, communicate with design teams, and provide accurate as-builts to our Owners.
Laser Scanning at the Van Antwerp Building
The Van Antwerp Building, known as the southeast’s first skyscraper, was originally built in 1907. After time, concerns grew over the safety and stability of the building’s cornice. The cornice was ultimately demolished and the pieces were used as a fill for a road bed on the Van Antwerp family farm. In 2013, a complete historic renovation began under Doster’s management. Part of the renovation included a reproduction of the original cornice. As no drawings or photographs of the original cornice were available, we sent our VD+C team to the Van Antwerp family farm to unearth pieces of the original cornice. The pieces were cleaned, arranged, and scanned with 3D Laser Scanning Technology. Doster’s team then assembled the scanned pieces like a puzzle to create a digital, 3D, point cloud reproduction of the original cornice. These 3D representations were used to help create the new reproduction.
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Read the latest news and updates from our VD+C department.
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