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Calculation of materials from the deconstruction of a brownfield site: Pioneer of Deconstructive Architecture and Materials Recycling in Switzerland

Innovation in Scanning and Modelling for the Renovation or Deconstruction of Old Buildings

Commissioned in 2022 by the municipality of Vouvry (Valais), our company demonstrated its expertise by carrying out a complete scan of a site earmarked for renovation. Using cutting-edge technology, we not only measured the materials to be removed, but also facilitated their recycling, as part of a responsible approach to destructive architecture.

Advanced Materials Calculation Technology

With more than 300 interior and exterior scanning stations supplemented by aerial photography, our approach has created a precise point cloud using photogrammetry and LEICA REGISTER 360 software. This precision is essential for deconstruction projects on old buildings, enabling an accurate assessment of the volumes of materials to be recycled.

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BIM Solutions for the Ecological Management of Construction Materials

Modelling on ARCHICAD using the LOG 200 BIM M TOOL plugin transformed the raw data into usable information, accurately determining the categories and volumes of materials, which is crucial for the recycling of construction materials in Switzerland.

Contribution to the Recycling of Construction Materials

Our techniques enable us to identify different materials such as concrete slabs, masonry walls, timber frames and various roofing materials, making it easier to process and recycle them. This reinforces our commitment to sustainable, environmentally-friendly practices.

Benefits of 3D Scanning and BIM Services for Destructive Architecture

Our integrated approach to the deconstruction process offers multiple benefits, from measurement accuracy to cost and time optimisation. Respecting even the smallest margins of error guarantees reliable results and significant savings for our customers.

Why choose our services for your deconstruction project?

Opt for our expertise in 3D scanning and modelling if you're looking to find out about the volume of materials in an old building in Switzerland. We offer customised solutions that meet the specific needs of each project, guaranteeing optimal management of resources and enhancement of your property assets.

Conclusion: Your Partner in Destructive Architecture and Renovation in Switzerland

Contact us to explore how our 3D scanning technologies and 3D modelling or BIM skills can transform your renovation and materials recycling projects. We're ready to help you realise your architectural ambitions with precision, efficiency and respect for the environment.

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Case study: calculating materials from the deconstruction of a brownfield site

Commissioned in 2022 by the municipality of Vouvry (Valais) to calculate the materials to be removed, we carried out a complete overland and aerial scan of the site.

Le scanning required more than 300 indoor and outdoor scanning stations. It was completed by aerial photography and the creation of a point cloud using photogrammetry.

Both the terrestrial and aerial point clouds were assembled using LEICA REGISTER 360 software.

Once the point cloud had been acquired on site and processed, we completed it with a virtual visit from scanning stations.

Modelling was carried out using ARCHICAD software with the LOG 200 "BIM M TOOL" plug-in.

During modelling, material categories were determined in order to determine the volumes or surfaces of the different materials.

Deliverables to the customer

The deconstruction materials calculation file included :

  • IFC and PLA files
  • DWG and PDF drawings
  • Virtual tour of the site
  • List of materials as detailed below

Duration of service and cost

  • The complete scanning of the site took 3 working days.
  • The deliverables were delivered approximately 30 days after acquisition to the site
  • the price of this service was less than CHF 10,000.

Category of materials to be recycled

The main categories were :

  • Concrete slab
  • Masonry wall
  • Timber frame
  • Tile roofing
  • Eternit roofing
  • Eternit walls
  • Wooden beams
  • Concrete beams
  • Wooden posts
  • Bitumen surfacing with an estimated thickness of 6 cm
  • Box under bitumen coating, estimated thickness 30 cm
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