We capture by foot and from the air, covering everything from a single room to a multi-building campus in a single mobilization.

Ground scanning: SLAM-based mobile LiDAR that captures continuously while walking. No tripod setups, no disruption to operations. We document tens of thousands of square feet per day and produce both measured point clouds and photorealistic 3D visual models from the same scan data.

Aerial scanning: Drone-mounted LiDAR and photogrammetry for large outdoor areas, rooftops, facades, terrain, and site context. All aerial operations are conducted by FAA Part 107 certified pilots.

Combined ground + aerial: For projects that require both interior and exterior coverage, we fuse ground and aerial datasets into a single, unified deliverable with consistent coordinate registration across the entire site.

Accuracy depends on the positioning method and project execution. We define targets during scoping and select the approach to meet them.

• With RTK and/or ground control points: 3 cm (1.2 in) RMSE absolute accuracy. Relative accuracy (internal consistency): 1 cm (0.4 in) RMSE.
• SLAM only (no georeferencing): 1 cm (0.4 in) relative accuracy. Geometry is internally consistent but not tied to a coordinate system.
• Aerial photogrammetry with ground control: 1 to 2 cm horizontal, 2 to 4 cm vertical, depending on flight parameters and GCP density.

For context: 3 cm absolute accuracy meets the tolerance required for most as-built documentation, renovation design, facility management, construction coordination, and clash detection. If your project requires tighter tolerances at specific locations, we will identify that during scoping and recommend the right approach.

Speed: We can scan in a single day what traditional tripod-based scanning typically takes a full week to complete. No tripod setups, no waiting between stations, no disruption to active operations.

Coverage: Mobile SLAM captures from nearly every angle as the operator moves through the space. Tripod-based scanning captures from fixed positions with limited perspectives, which means additional setups are required to reach areas behind equipment, inside mechanical spaces, or in tight corners.

Accuracy tradeoff: A single static scanner setup produces 1 to 2 mm accuracy at that position. Mobile SLAM produces 1 to 3 cm accuracy across the entire facility. For most AEC documentation, centimeter accuracy across the entire facility is typically more than enough for the work required.

We select the method based on what the deliverable requires. If your project genuinely needs sub-centimeter accuracy at specific locations, we will tell you that during scoping.

A 3D Gaussian Splat is a photorealistic 3D model you can explore from any angle in a web browser. It looks like being inside a photograph you can walk through. Depending on security needs, it is possible to have stakeholders view sites with no software to install, no special hardware, and no training required.

It is a communication tool, not a measurement tool. Use it when you need stakeholders, owners, or remote team members to understand a space without visiting it. Client presentations, progress documentation, owner walkthroughs, marketing, and remote site review are all common applications.

We can produce 3DGS models and point clouds from the same scanning capture visit, where the work to produce both happens in our office, limiting the distraction of field work.

Yes. Active construction, occupied offices, operating data centers, healthcare facilities, and restricted-access environments are standard operating conditions for us. Mobile scanning requires no area clearing, no exclusion zones, and no disruption to ongoing work. We walk through the space while your teams continue operating.

People, moving equipment, and other dynamic noise captured during the scan are removed during post-processing, leaving a clean dataset of the static built environment.

Weather limitation: Rain and snow scatter laser pulses and interfere with photographic capture, both of which compromise data quality. We schedule fieldwork around weather conditions to deliver reliable results.

We deliver the data your team needs in the format they already use. Tell us what software you work in and we configure the output to match.

Point clouds:

• Georeferenced, colored, survey-grade point clouds
• Delivered as RCP (Revit/AutoCAD/Navisworks), E57, LAS/LAZ (GIS), or PLY
• Clipped and optimized to your project area, not a raw full-site dump

3D Gaussian Splat models:

• Photorealistic 3D walkthroughs viewable in any browser
• Shareable via URL. No software required for the recipient.
• Produced from the same scan data as point clouds. No second site visit.

Scan-to-BIM modeling (produced by our specialist modeling partners):

• Revit models (.rvt) developed to the LOD your project requires
• IFC files for open BIM coordination
• 2D drawings (.dwg, .pdf): floor plans, sections, and elevations

Aerial deliverables:

• Aerial point clouds, orthomosaics, surface models, and terrain data
• Fused ground + aerial datasets with unified coordinate registration

Delivery is customized to match your team's workflow and security requirements. Our standard method is through Autodesk Docs (formerly BIM 360), which integrates directly into your existing project management and BIM coordination workflow. Your team receives point clouds, models, and documentation in the same platform they already use for design coordination, without additional file transfers or format conversions.

For 3DGS visual models, we deliver a shareable URL your team opens in any browser. For clients with specific security requirements or alternative platform preferences, we adapt the delivery method accordingly.

Point clouds: We deliver in formats that open in CloudCompare (free, open-source) or Autodesk Docs (if your organization already has an Autodesk subscription). Most AEC professionals can view, measure, and navigate point cloud data without purchasing anything additional.

3DGS models: Depending on your security needs, your team can open the model in any modern browser on desktop or mobile, with no applications to install.

Yes. We deliver Revit models, IFC files, and 2D CAD drawings developed from our point cloud data. Modeling is performed by specialist partners who focus on architectural and MEP BIM development.

Modeling scope, level of development (LOD), and level of information (LOI) are defined during project scoping. We adapt to your BIM Execution Plan, naming conventions, and coordination standards.

RCP files from our scans load directly into Revit as attached point clouds with no conversion step. We configure the coordinate system during processing to align with your project's shared coordinates.

Delivery through Autodesk Docs means data lands in your existing project hub. We adapt to your BIM Execution Plan: naming conventions, LOD requirements, version control, and collaboration standards.

Projects typically range from $2,000 to $15,000+, depending on site size, complexity, required deliverables, and timeline. We provide detailed quotes after understanding your specific needs. Submit a request to get started.

Key cost factors: site size and accessibility, indoor/outdoor/multi-level complexity, deliverable types (point clouds, 3DGS models, BIM, 2D drawings), expedited processing, and travel distance from Draper, UT.

On-site timing depends on our current schedule, projects already in queue, and project specifics like size, scope, and complexity.

For local projects along the Wasatch Front, we can typically be on site within a few days of confirmed scope. Larger or more involved projects require additional planning. Rush premium services are available when timelines require it.

Delivery timing depends on the work involved, project size, and complexity.

Point clouds: Typically within a couple of days of fieldwork completion.

3D Gaussian Splat models: Process-intensive. Often 2 to 3 times longer than point clouds depending on project size and complexity.

Scan-to-BIM models and 2D drawings: Our BIM turnaround time is among the fastest available, with many projects delivered in 1 to 2 weeks. Larger or more complex models scale transparently with scope.

We confirm delivery dates during project scoping so there are no surprises. Rush premium services are available when timelines require it.

That is common, especially early in a project. We start by understanding your goals, how the data will be used downstream, and your constraints. From there, we recommend the appropriate capture method, accuracy level, and deliverables.

Not every project requires georeferencing or full BIM modeling. We match scope to actual needs so you get useful data without unnecessary cost. Book a video call to talk through your project.

We work with AEC professionals across:

• Commercial construction and renovation
• Data centers and technology facilities
• Healthcare and educational institutions
• Historic preservation
• Infrastructure and MEP documentation
• Facility management and operations
• Commercial real estate

Every project comes with The Alpine Promise: if a deliverable does not meet the accuracy, quality, or specifications agreed in your project scope, we make it right at no additional cost. This applies to point clouds, drawings, models, and interactive 3D environments alike.

For confirmed issues caused by Alpine on out-of-region projects, we cover all travel and lodging for the return trip. In the rare case where rework cannot resolve an issue, we refund the affected portion of the project.

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Based in Draper, Utah. We primarily serve the Wasatch Front and Wasatch Back, and work throughout the Intermountain West for regional clients.

For larger projects, phased documentation, or multi-facility programs, we travel nationwide to maintain consistent data standards across sites.

Travel fees may apply. We discuss location and any associated costs during project consultation so there are no surprises.

Field operations follow OSHA-10 safety practices. All aerial operations are conducted by FAA Part 107 certified pilots. We carry appropriate liability and equipment insurance for commercial scanning work.

We support recurring scan programs for construction progress documentation, facility change tracking, and ongoing asset management. Control points established during the first visit carry forward to every future session, ensuring consistent alignment across campaigns.

Recurring programs benefit from reduced setup time, established scan routes, and predictable scheduling. We work with data center operators, healthcare systems, and facility management teams on quarterly, monthly, and milestone-based scanning schedules.

Yes. Alpine is an authorized XGRIDS and DJI Enterprise dealer. We provide equipment sales with full pre-sale consultation, hardware configuration, and post-purchase technical support.

We help clients establish their own reality capture teams with the appropriate tools, in-field training, and continued support as needed.

Our XGRIDS Pro Guide is a 60+ page technical reference covering hardware setup, field technique, processing workflows, and troubleshooting. It is free and available to anyone evaluating or operating XGRIDS equipment.