The second installment of the “Learn from Mr. Yoshigaki!Scanat Tips" video series, which began last week, has released its second installment.

In response to numerous requests asking, “How is 3D scanning actually used on construction sites?” —which prompted us to launch this series—here is a video from Yoshigaki ConstructionScanat This video introduces Yoshigaki Construction’s best practices.
Following our previous video on “Note-Taking Tips,” this second installment uses illustrations to explain “how Scanatcan be used for layout planning around temporary facilities (restrooms and washbasins) and the design of water supply piping.”

　

Theme 2: Easy Sharing of Piping and Temporary Structures During Bicycle Parking Lot Renovations

In this article, we’ll explain how this feature can help address challenges such as sharing pipe locations, determining the number of materials needed, and ensuring that subcontractors have a clear understanding of the project vision.Scanat we will explain how these features can help.

At construction sites, there are many critical elements—such as
, the placement of portable toilets
, the layout of handwashing sinks
, and the piping routes from water meters (water pumps)
—where “even a slight error in positioning can disrupt the entire site’s traffic flow.”
Scanat By using
, you can organize this often-complex temporary facility plan into a “visualized layout diagram” that anyone can understand at a glance.

　　

♦︎ The measurement feature allows you to create conceptual diagrams of scaffolding and temporary fencing
Scanat One of the features is the measurement function. By connecting lines for straight-line measurements,
you can incorporate visual representations of scaffolding and temporary fencing into a 3D model.
Since straight lines are used for measurement, the height, width, and depth become immediately apparent.

　　

♦︎Understand at a Glance with Illustrations! “Visualizing” the Layout of Temporary Facilities
By checking the locations of shut-off valves recorded in the 3D model, estimating the positions of water supply pipes, and indicating them with light blue measurement lines, you can visualize even the locations of hidden piping.
You can see at a glance “where the water comes from, how it’s piped, and which equipment it connects to.”
The biggest advantage is that it’s easy to understand not only for on-site staff but also for subcontractors and the client.

　　

♦︎Calculate material quantities on the spot! Accurately determine the required length of piping
A major advantage of visualized drawings is the ability to instantly calculate the amount of materials needed.
For example, when [running a water supply line from a water pump to a sink or toilet],Scanat if you measure the distances…
You can obtain the distances for each section—such as 4.9 m and 1.1 m—and easily determine that a total of 6 m of piping is required.
Since you can procure materials based on precise quantities rather than relying solely on “gut feelings” at the job site , unnecessary orders and shortages are drastically reduced.

　　

♦︎Creating a System Where Everyone Can View the Same Blueprints via Link Sharing
Scanat The temporary layout diagrams and piping routes created through this process can be shared with everyone on-site—including site supervisors, MEP contractors, and the client—simply by sending a URL link.
Since everyone can view the latest plan drawings on the same page , information discrepancies are eliminated, and communication costs on-site are significantly reduced.

　　

▶︎Click here for the second video in this series
Using actual models, we provide detailed explanations of:
・How to create a temporary layout
・Visualizing water supply routes
・Procedures for calculating pipe quantities
and more.

　　

■ Preview of the Next Episode ■
In Part 3, we plan to cover the following topics:
・Let’s use the measurement tool to draw scaffolding for road construction
・Let’s use the measurement tool to draw cars when designing a parking lot
We’ll continue to share practical examples that help improve efficiency and safety on construction sites.

　　

■ Archive Information ■
In the first installment of this series, we featured a video in which President Yoshigaki shared specific techniques on the topic of “Sharing Information Within the Company and with Partner Companies Using the Note Feature.”
”Scanat He also shared “ideas for expanding the ways to use [the app],” so if you haven’t seen it yet, please be sure to watch it.
▶︎Learn from Yoshigaki Construction!Scanat Click here for Video #1 on Best Practices