SnapTwin provides a cloud‑based service that automatically converts .e57 laser‑scan point clouds into IFC LOD 200 models with predefined spatial classification. The AI‑driven engine generates a side‑by‑side report and delivers OpenBIM‑compliant files that can be imported into any BIM authoring tool, reducing manual modeling effort for AEC firms and surveyors.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
The conversion of 3D laser scan point clouds (e.g., .e57 files) into BIM‑compatible IFC models is labor‑intensive, requires specialized expertise, and is hindered by a fragmented market of disparate tools, slowing digital‑twin creation for built‑environment projects.
Solution
SnapTwin offers an automated cloud service that transforms raw .e57 laser‑scan data into structured IFC “Spaces” ready for BIM workflows. Users upload their point‑cloud files to a web portal where an AI‑driven proprietary algorithm generates IFC output at LOD 200, producing a processed report that visualizes the source scan alongside the resulting model. The service adheres to OpenBIM standards and ISO 19650, enabling seamless import into any IFC‑compatible design software. By delivering a baseline IFC model, SnapTwin reduces manual modeling effort by roughly 10% in its current alpha stage and is positioned to achieve full‑automation of digital‑twin production. Dynamic pricing and a community‑access program ensure the solution remains affordable across project scales.
Target Audience
The primary customers are architecture, engineering, and construction firms, BIM managers, and surveying companies that require rapid, reliable conversion of laser‑scan data into BIM‑ready digital twins.
Features
- AI‑powered conversion engine that ingests .e57 point clouds and outputs IFC files with predefined spatial classification (LOD 200)
- Cloud‑based upload portal with automated processing and instant generation of a comparative before/after report
- OpenBIM compliance (IFC, ISO 19650) for direct import into any BIM authoring tool or data exchange pipeline
- Visualization module that overlays the original scan and the generated IFC model for quality verification
- Scalable pricing model with free access for underserved communities and dynamic rates for commercial users
- API endpoints for integration with existing BIM management systems and project‑tracking workflows
- Secure data handling with encrypted transmission and storage, meeting industry data‑privacy standards