In 1997, AEMS pioneered Laser Survey “Single Point” (“AEMS” T&H authored and copyrighted software) specifically for the refining and chemical industry in the Texas Gulf Coast area

Advanced Electronic Measuring System (AEMS), since 1997

Small Projects: “Single Point” (Ideal for small or retrofit projects), measures discrete points of equipment, nozzles, heat or cold stressed movements, and other stationary objects

• Accuracy less than 1/8” inch
• Distance up to 100’ feet
• Data converted to 3D model or 2D deliverables

High Definition Scanning (HDS), since 2005

Large Projects: “HDS” (Ideal for large projects) laser scanning technology captures millions of data points of equipment, associated piping and fixtures.

• Accuracy less than 1/8” inch
• Distance up to 150’ feet
• Data converted to “Point Cloud”
• Clash Detection, 3D Modeling, Isometrics with BOM

Project Portfolio of Laser Data Collection Projects

Measurement Collection of Process Unit
Heat Exchanger and Piping
Reactor Pipe Spool Replacement
Skid Mounted Steam to Hot Water Converter
Flare Stack Height Verification
Barge Dock Expansion Project
Heat Exchanger Nozzle Verification

Experience

Over 20 years of experience and 1,500 plus projects, assures clients will receive a desired working deliverable as well as training on the use of models, coordinates and bench marks associated with plant coordinate systems.

• Detailed 3D as-built documentation
• Precise field installation of equipment
• Verification of nozzles or existing structures
• Fabricated pipe spool dimension verification
• Lift Plans & Equipment Mobilization for critical equipment
• Operability Construction Model Reviews
• Inspection and deformation analysis
• Plant relocations
• Pipeline compressors & metering stations
• Virtual reality plant walk-through
• Tank farm containment surveying and modeling
• Turn-arounds verifying equipment locations, piping, and structural steel

Deliverables

• Leica Cyclone, LFM Server, Autodesk ReCap, Navisworks, and more
• Intelligent 3D CAD models
• Color Laser Scan Point Clouds
• High Resolution Point Clouds
• Dimensioned Piping Isometrics, Plans and Elevation
• Plant Coordinates and Benchmark Reports

Cost Benefit (Thousands $$$$ Savings in project time and rework cost)

Laser Scanning Technology is “state of the art” method of capturing accurate, current as-built measurements. The desk top deliverable “visuals” eliminates repeat field visits, detects potential clashes and constructability concerns before design. Laser Scanning saves engineering and design man-hours totaling Thousands of Dollars in savings.