Pricing Guides
Land Surveying Costing Guide Australia 2023
At Avian Australia, our primary focus is to provide the highest level of customer service and unmatched quality in the fields of inspection, surveying, 3D laser scanning, imaging and photogrammetry. It’s our focus to provide architects, engineers, and construction clients with data-driven insights about their projects to allow them to
Laser Scanning
Key Terminologies in 3D Laser Scanning for AEC
Whether you’re an architect sketching a new high-rise in the Melbourne CBD, an engineer working on a Brisbane tunnel, or a contractor overseeing a heritage façade restoration in Sydney, understanding 3D laser scanning terminology is essential. The AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry relies increasingly on digital data capture, turning the
3D Laser Scanning vs. Traditional Surveying for AEC Projects
Accurate site data is crucial to every phase of an Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) project. In Australia, where expansive urban growth in cities like Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane coexists with heritage preservation and regional infrastructure, precise surveying can make or break project success. Today, a growing number of Australian
Building the Future: How Point Cloud Surveys are Revolutionising Construction
Point Cloud Surveys have emerged as the cornerstone revolutionising the industry in the dynamic arena of modern construction, where accuracy and efficiency reign supreme. Consider an exact digital replica of the real world made up of millions of points precisely collected in three-dimensional space. This is the heart of Point
Avian’s 3D Laser Scanning & Surveying Equipment List [Updated 2024]
Introduction For architects, LiDAR scanning, also known as 3D laser scanning, is an absolute table-turner as it can drastically help in re-imagining the interiors, model structures, and building setups that can be digitally visualised with 2D and 3D laser scanning equipment. In the AEC (Architecture, Engineering & Construction) Industry, typically
Surveying
Top Tips for Hiring Aerial Drone Photography in Melbourne
In Melbourne’s fast-paced architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) sectors, aerial drone photography is a game-changer. From capturing sweeping site overviews to inspecting hard-to-reach structures, the insights gleaned from above have rapidly transformed how professionals document progress, verify data and market their work. But with so many providers vying for attention,
Top Uses of Drone Mapping in Melbourne’s Urban Projects
In recent years, drone technology has revolutionised the way we capture and interpret the world around us. No longer confined to aerial photography, today’s unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) deliver centimetre-accurate maps and 3D models that inform critical decisions in urban planning and infrastructure development. In Melbourne, where a delicate balance
Construction and Building Set out survey Costing Guide for Melbourne
A construction set out survey gives builders, architects and site engineers the much-needed clarity and guidance on the ground to commence turning their designs into reality. Setout surveys are reference points for building and construction professionals to commence constructing a building as per the architectural plans/drawings. Set out surveys are
Advantages of Aerial Surveying with LiDAR Technology: A Comprehensive Guide
As a professional in the field of surveying, I have witnessed the rapid development of technology in the industry. One of the most significant advancements in recent years is the use of drone mounted LiDAR technologies. LiDAR (stands for light detection and ranging) is a remote sensing method that uses
As-Built Survey Cost Guide for Melbourne [Updated 2023]
As-Built Surveys capture the existing conditions for conversion into architectural drawings, models, immersive visualisations and animations. This process of generating 2D drawings and 3D models can turn the most complex infrastructure designs into a powerful and feature rich visual representation of the building or structure and both its interior and
GCP Vs RTK Vs PPK Drone Surveying – Which one to choose? With Examples
Drones (or UAVs) have completely changed the way we conduct land surveying over large areas. And the main reason why AEC professionals are using drones in land surveying is efficiency and data quality. Drones come equipped with GPS and GNSS navigation that reduces the risk of human errors and increases
100 Expert Tips for Architects' & Designers' Success
This digital publication compiles the collective wisdom of industry experts with decades of experience to bring about a substantial transformation in your approach.
Construction
What is a 360 Site Inspection Survey? How it can help with Construction Risk Management?
The Architecture, Construction, and Engineering (AEC ) industries have witnessed a revolutionary shift in site inspection methodologies, evolving from manual, time-consuming processes to the adoption of advanced technological solutions. Among these, 360 Site Inspection Surveys have emerged as a forefront innovation, redefining remote construction site management. Leveraging immersive photography and
Key Terminologies in 3D Laser Scanning for AEC
Whether you’re an architect sketching a new high-rise in the Melbourne CBD, an engineer working on a Brisbane tunnel, or a contractor overseeing a heritage façade restoration in Sydney, understanding 3D laser scanning terminology is essential. The AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry relies increasingly on digital data capture, turning the
3D Laser Scanning vs. Traditional Surveying for AEC Projects
Accurate site data is crucial to every phase of an Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) project. In Australia, where expansive urban growth in cities like Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane coexists with heritage preservation and regional infrastructure, precise surveying can make or break project success. Today, a growing number of Australian
Building the Future: How Point Cloud Surveys are Revolutionising Construction
Point Cloud Surveys have emerged as the cornerstone revolutionising the industry in the dynamic arena of modern construction, where accuracy and efficiency reign supreme. Consider an exact digital replica of the real world made up of millions of points precisely collected in three-dimensional space. This is the heart of Point
Building Management
What is a 360 Site Inspection Survey? How it can help with Construction Risk Management?
The Architecture, Construction, and Engineering (AEC ) industries have witnessed a revolutionary shift in site inspection methodologies, evolving from manual, time-consuming processes to the adoption of advanced technological solutions. Among these, 360 Site Inspection Surveys have emerged as a forefront innovation, redefining remote construction site management. Leveraging immersive photography and
Visual Tree Assessment Techniques for Comprehensive Tree Safety Audits
Trees play an important part in our symbiotic balance with nature, and it is all the more critical now as to how we nurture breathing pockets in our urban landscape. However, this comes with a list of challenges where trees can be hazardous when they break or fall with or
Comprehensive Guide to Corridor Mapping with Commercial Drones
In the dynamic realms of engineering, project management, and urban planning, the demand for precise and efficient corridor mapping is an ever-present challenge. Enter drones – the transformative force reshaping our approach to topographical modelling and understanding the immediate environment in the rapidly evolving world of modern technology. Among the
Construction Site Assessment & Monitoring Costing Guide 2023
Technology has changed the way we manage construction and surveying in drastic ways. With the improvements in GPS, microprocessors, drones, laser scanning and internet of things (IoT) we could assume life has been made easier for project managers, builders, surveyors and engineers in the AEC sectors. One area of construction
CAD Drafting & 3D Modelling
Visual Tree Assessment Techniques for Comprehensive Tree Safety Audits
Trees play an important part in our symbiotic balance with nature, and it is all the more critical now as to how we nurture breathing pockets in our urban landscape. However, this comes with a list of challenges where trees can be hazardous when they break or fall with or
