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

We’ve received many requests asking, “How is 3D scanning actually used on construction sites?” This video introduces Scanat Yoshigaki Scanat.
Following our previous video on “Tips for Taking Notes, ” this second installment uses illustrations to explain Scanat can be used for layout planning around temporary facilities (toilets and sinks) and for designing water supply piping.

Theme 2: Simplifying the Installation of Temporary Piping During Bike Rack Renovations

In this article, we will explain how Scanat features can help address challenges such as sharing pipe layout information, determining the quantity of materials needed, and ensuring that subcontractors have a clear understanding of the project vision.

On 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 “a single miscalculation in positioning can disrupt the entire site’s workflow.”
Scanat, you can consolidate these often complex temporary facility plans
into “visualized layout diagrams” that anyone can understand at a glance.

♦︎Create3D models of scaffolding and temporary fencingusing the measurement feature
Scanat. By connecting straight lines for measurement,
you can incorporate images of scaffolding and temporary fencing into your 3D model.
Since straight lines are used for measurement, the height, width, and depth are 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 water is sourced from, how it is 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 clients.

♦︎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 required amount of materials.
For example, when running water supply piping from a pump to a sink or toilet, simply measure the distance Scanat …
You can obtain the distances for each section, such as 4.9m and 1.1m, and easily determine that a total of 6m of piping is required.
Since you can procure materials based on precise quantities rather than relying solely on “gut feelings” at the job site , wasteful orders and shortages are drastically reduced.

♦︎Creating a system where everyone can view the same drawings via shared links
Scanat Temporary layout plans and piping routes Scanatcan be shared with everyone on-site—including site supervisors, contractors, and clients—simply by sending a URL link.
Since everyone can view the latest plans 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 temporary layouts
・Visualizing water supply routes
・Procedures for calculating pipe quantities
and more.

■ Coming Up ■
In Part 3, we plan to cover the following topics:
・Drawing scaffolding for road construction using the measurement tool
・Drawing cars using the measurement tool when designing a parking lot
We will continue to share practical examples that help improve efficiency and safety on construction sites.

■ Archive Information ■
In the first installment of this series, we shared a video featuring President Yoshigaki discussing specific techniques for "sharing information internally and with partner companies using the note-taking feature. "
He also shared "ideas for expanding Scanat," so if you haven’t watched it yet, please be sure to check it out.
▶︎Learn from Yoshigaki Construction! Scanat