IFTI emerges as a leading construction surveyor by embracing 3D technology

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Embracing 3D technology enabled IFTI to diversify and grow.

By performing concrete slab moisture testing for more than twenty years, IFTI is a leader in helping clients reduce expenses on floor installations. For IFTI, it’s about supporting clients throughout the project and helping them evaluate the scope of a project, which leads to informed decisions, achievable timelines, and successful installations that eliminate flooring failures and costly mitigation systems.

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3D models is the foundation of growth.

Contact person:

James Duffy

- Director - Sales & Marketing

Delivery date:

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Project duration:

Ongoing solution adoption

Solutions provided:

Matterport Pro2, SaaS Subscription

Services provided:

Support, Training

Industry

Consulting, Construction

The Challenge

With Matterport, IFTI provides construction clients with documentation for success.

The Matterport Cloud enables IFTI to share 3D scans with some clients weekly. “In the past, our project managers were on an ‘island,’ struggling to create punch lists, communicate, and resolve issues,” Duffy said. “Today, our clients can conduct virtual walkthroughs with Matterport 3D models, reviewing progress and crowdsourcing an entire team of experts.”

Project Goals

3D models help construction clients estimate with accuracy.

National Contractors Incorporated (NCI), a client of IFTI, contract with the company to scan sites before remodel. “NCI is tightening the window for pre-bidding, while, at the same time, widening the pool of subcontractors,” Duffy said. “If subcontractors are unable to physically walk the site, they can complete a virtual walkthrough and access the data necessary to scope the project accurately.

Solution

“Our clients placed a lot of trust in our expertise and expect us to accurately and efficiently document their spaces,” James Duffy, Vice President of Business Development at IFTI said. “The Matterport Pro2 camera gives us an easy-to-use, comprehensive way to capture 3D spaces and exceed client expectations.”

Business Outcomes

3D insights cement success for design, engineering, marketing, and operations.

When it is time for the grand opening, contractors use the Matterport Cloud to share the 3D model with leadership. “Contractors are capturing the mindshare of c-level executives on projects, such as new prototypes for retail stores, without the demands of travel or site visits.” Duffy recognizes the value of the Matterport 3D space extends beyond the construction phase. “The value of one scan quintuples as it becomes a resource for construction, engineering, design, marketing, operations, and facilities management,” Duffy said.

Conclusion

The Matterport 3D models replace disconnected 2D photos and punch lists. “When we speak with project managers, they are grateful for the 3D models,” Duffy said. “They tell us they have the context needed to transfer information, resolve issues faster, and maintain timelines.” More frequent scanning reduces change orders. “Project managers are identifying and resolving issues earlier in the construction lifecycle,” Duffy said.

INSPIRING

Partnerships:

“We didn’t have to guess where everything was. The scan gave us the undeniable truth of the structure.” – Greg Reid, Co-founder

Francois Bredenkamp | Greg Reid

Co - Founders & Directors

From a builder’s perspective, being able to walk the site remotely, catch issues before they cost money, and hand over a digital twin – that’s next-level. – Nathan York, Managing Director

Nathan York

Managing Director

Architecture, Building Services, Consulting, Consulting Engineering, Construction, Construction Design, Electrical, Electrical Engineering, Other

“ACC offers definite benefits for working collaboratively on a single system—improved collaboration, streamlined workflows, real-time tracking, scalability, and flexibility.” – Stephanie Esterhuizen, Associate and National Drawing Office Manager

Francois Schutte, Director

Stephanie Esterhuizen, Associate and National Drawing Office Manager

Building Services, Electrical, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Fire Engineering, Wets

“Our slogan at Abcon Developments is ‘A future developed.’ As Head of Projects, I’ve taken this to heart, not just in terms of building our team but also in how we manage our processes and adopt technologies that streamline our work.” – Jacques Erasmus, Head of Projects

Jacques Erasmus

Head of Projects

Architecture, Construction, Project Management

“The knowledge transfer we achieve by uploading our own training is invaluable. A training video we shot three years ago is still teaching today.” – Michanté Davies

Michante Davies

Culture Custodian

Civil Engineering, Consulting Engineering, Structural Engineering

Modena’s expert training and up-skilling in Autodesk Revit transformed our team into proficient users, enabling us to deliver complex designs with precision and efficiency

Trevor Lovell

Managing Director

Architecture

By leveraging Modena’s deep knowledge and commitment to excellence, we achieved higher quality outcomes, resulting in increased client satisfaction and significant cost savings.

Mario Ferreira

Contracts Director

Construction Design

HoloBuilder has been a game-changer, allowing us to efficiently manage projects remotely across Africa. This has significantly reduced the need for frequent on-site visits.

Jaco Buys

Director at PR Engineering

Electrical Engineering, Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Wets

Seeing the project come to life from a working model and seeing it finished like it is today from what the virtual renders were, is testament to the skills and dedication of our teams. – Similo Ndima, Architect, LYT Architecture

Similo Ndima

Architect at LYT Architecture

By leveraging advanced engineering solutions, we optimized both cost and performance, ensuring a structurally sound and sustainable outcome.

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