Although many construction sites have adopted 3D scanning,
“We don’t know how to make use of the scanned models,”
we often hear comments like this.

In fact, Scanat users do more than just generate base drawings for drafting;

• Measuring Road Width
• Creating layout diagrams for scaffolding and temporary fencing
• Review of Pipe Routing
• Determining the quantity of materials required
• Calculating Roof Area
• Collecting materials

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In particular, President Yoshigaki of Yoshigaki Construction has established a system that allows the company to submit estimates Scanat.
A key feature of this system is its ability to share visual information with subcontractors and clients without having to visit the site, which has significantly contributed to eliminating rework.

In this series, we’ll provide a comprehensive breakdown of the “real-world tips” that President Yoshigaki actually uses on the job, through a combination of videos and articles.

Series 1 Theme: Tips for Using Notes — Making Information Sharing with Internal Teams and Partners Smoother

In this post, I’ll share some tips on how to useScanatnote-taking and photo features —a combination that’s easy for anyone to implement right away and delivers great results.

◆ Take a photo of anything that catches your eye right then and there and add it to your notes

In addition to the photos automatically saved Scanat, you can take photos of areas of concern with your smartphone and add them directly to your notes. This allows you to organize repair points and areas requiring attention, ensuring that nothing is left out when sharing.

"If there's anything I'm curious about, I take extra photos and make a note of it so I can look back on it later."

Since everything is visually clear, communication with internal teams and partner companies becomes smoother.

◆ Use emojis to make important points “clear at a glance”

In his memo, President Yoshigaki mentioned emojis (especially) actively.

"The yellow warning sign is the first thing you notice when you look at the entire model."

A major advantage is its high visibility, which makes it stand out clearly even in 3D models and allows users to immediately grasp key points.

◆ For precise measurements in millimeters, use photos to supplement the information

For details that cannot be captured by 3D scanning (e.g., a 10mm joint width), attach a photo taken with a Convex tool to the notes to supplement the necessary information.

"It's difficult to measure Scanat, so I've included a photo for reference."

This combination of "scans and photos" ensures clear communication and enables the creation of highly accurate estimates.

◆ You can calculate the required height of the stepladder based on the ceiling height

By using the height data, you can instantly determine the required height of the stepladder.

"If you subtract the 1.8 meters needed for the work from the 2.8-meter ceiling height, you can see that a 1-meter stepladder will do the job."

This is a practical technique that also helps improve the accuracy of on-site planning.

In Part 2, we’ll take a look at an actual bicycle parking lot renovation site…

• Layout of temporary fencing and portable toilets created using the Line tool
• Visualization of Water Pipe Routes and Calculation of Required Pipe Length
• Creating a system that allows everyone to view the same drawing through shared links

We’ll introduce practical ways to use this that are truly useful in the field.

▼Watch the first video here:
Tips for Using Notes: How to Streamline Information Sharing Within Your Company and with Partners
・How to Use Emojis to Share Important Points
・How to Record Joint Widths
・How to Calculate the Required Ladder Height
⬇︎Watch the videos here

Introducing Scanat Application Case Study of Yoshigaki Construction Co.