3D Laser Scanner

Capture existing conditions, verify installations, deliver accurate as-builts, and more with the Trimble X9 3D Scanner

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BuildingPoint Midwest & Gulf Coast works with contractors located in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Wisconsin, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana

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Trimble X9 Scanners

Choose from our lineup of Trimble 3D laser scanner packages with options built to fit every project type, team size, and jobsite workflow

Trimble X9 3D Scanner Head

Premium

1 million points per second
.06–150 M range

Trimble FieldLink software
Auto-calibration
In-field registration
BuildingPoint Support & Services

Core

500,000 points per second
.06–80 M range

Trimble FieldLink software
Auto-calibration
In-field registration
BuildingPoint Support & Services

Core LT

500,000 points per second
.06–40 M range

Trimble FieldLink software
Auto-calibration
In-field registration
BuildingPoint Support & Services


How Does 3D Scanning for Building Construction Work?

Capture Existing Conditions


The Trimble X9 uses laser technology to capture millions of measurements from walls, floors, ceilings, equipment, and structural elements


Create Your
Digital Job Site


Using Trimble's reality capture software, scan data is processed into a detailed 3D point cloud. Multiple scans are aligned together to create a full digital representation of your job site.


Compare Design
vs. Reality


Point cloud data can be compared against your project drawings and BIM models to verify dimensions, identify deviations, and support quality control workflows.


Make Informed
Decisions


Use scan data for floor flatness analysis, BIM coordination, as-built documentation, progress tracking, and installation verification.

Watch the workflow

Common Applications for the Trimble X9

Existing commercial building interior captured before renovation to document current site conditions, dimensions, and building systems.
Large commercial floor slab with color-coded floor flatness and levelness analysis overlay used to verify concrete quality and surface tolerances.
Side-by-side view of coordinated MEP systems showing a reality capture point cloud compared with installed ductwork, piping, conduit, and cable tray for BIM coordination and clash detection.
Construction superintendent walking through an active commercial project while documenting progress within a partially completed interior space.
Construction professional inspecting installed ductwork, conduit, piping, and cable tray systems overhead to verify quality and compliance with project requirements.
Completed commercial corridor with installed mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems documented for as-built verification and project closeout.

Built for Teams Like Yours

general contractor on data center job site under construction using a trimble 3d laser scanner

General Contractors

✓ Capture existing conditions before construction begins to reduce change orders and unforeseen site conditions

✓ Document project progress to improve owner communication and stakeholder visibility

✓ Verify subcontractor work before turnover to identify issues before they become punch list items

✓ Create accurate project records that support claims management, dispute resolution, and project closeout

★ Why It Matters

By creating a complete digital record of the jobsite, general contractors can improve communication with owners, architects, and subcontractors while reducing risk throughout the project lifecycle. When general contractors and subcontractors work within the Trimble ecosystem, scan data, models, layouts, and project documentation flow seamlessly across teams, improving coordination and reducing rework.

Accurate documentation supports quality control, strengthens project closeout deliverables, and provides defensible records when questions arise. The result is fewer RFIs, fewer change order disputes, better visibility into project progress, and greater confidence in the work being delivered

Concrete Contractors

✓ Perform floor flatness and levelness (FF/FL) analysis to verify slab quality before turnover

✓ Verify slab tolerances and identify deviations before they impact downstream trades

✓ Generate detailed quality control reports to support project specifications and owner requirements

✓ Identify high and low spots early to reduce remediation costs and costly callbacks

concrete contractor using a 3d scanner to verify floor flatness

☆   Why It Matters

High-density scan data enables concrete contractors to validate specifications quickly, generate detailed reports, and resolve issues before they impact flooring, racking systems, equipment installation, or subsequent trades. Accurate FF/FL analysis provides objective documentation that can be shared with owners, general contractors, and quality control teams.

Delivering documented, measurable quality helps contractors reduce rework, strengthen client relationships, minimize risk, and compete for larger or more demanding projects. The result is faster verification, improved quality control, fewer callbacks, and greater confidence in the finished slab.

vdc contractor holding tablet and futuristic colorful lines projected onto structural elements on job site

VDC and BIM Teams

✓ Capture existing conditions to create accurate point clouds for modeling and design

✓ Validate BIM models against real-world site conditions before construction begins

✓ Identify coordination issues and clashes before they become field conflicts

✓ Track project progress and compare installed work against design intent

★  Why It Matters

Accurate reality capture data provides VDC and BIM teams with a reliable foundation for modeling, coordination, and project planning. By working from real-world site conditions instead of assumptions, teams can improve model accuracy, reduce design conflicts, and support more informed project decisions.

When scan data is connected with Trimble Connect and BIM workflows, teams can streamline coordination between design, fabrication, and construction stakeholders. The result is fewer clashes, fewer field issues, reduced rework, and greater confidence that the project is being built as designed.

MEP Contractors

✓ Verify installed mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems against design models

✓ Capture as-built conditions to support coordination and future renovations

✓ Validate prefabricated assemblies before installation to reduce field modifications

✓ Identify installation conflicts early to prevent costly rework and schedule delays

man and women mep contractors walking an unfinished jobsite with a tablet and 3d scanner in the distance

☆   Why It Matters

MEP contractors operate in some of the most congested areas of a project where small inaccuracies can create significant coordination challenges. Accurate scan data allows teams to verify installations, document completed work, and identify potential conflicts before they impact other trades.

When scan data is connected with BIM models and Trimble workflows, contractors can improve coordination between field and office teams while reducing installation errors. The result is fewer field modifications, reduced rework, faster issue resolution, and improved project profitability.

steel contractors working on a jobsite in chicago using a 3d scanner with targets

Structural and Steel Contractors

✓ Verify steel installation against design models and project specifications

✓ Document structural progress throughout construction

✓ Identify alignment and fit-up issues before they impact subsequent trades

✓ Capture accurate as-built conditions for project closeout and quality assurance


☆   Why It Matters

Structural accuracy impacts every trade that follows. The Trimble X9 helps structural and steel contractors verify that columns, beams, embeds, and connections are installed as intended before additional systems are built around them.

Accurate documentation supports quality control, improves communication with project stakeholders, and helps resolve questions before they become costly delays. The result is improved installation confidence, reduced rework, stronger quality assurance processes, and more efficient project delivery.

Reality Capture Teams

✓ Capture existing conditions with highly accurate scan data for project stakeholders

✓ Create point clouds and digital twins that support design, coordination, and construction workflows

✓ Document project progress throughout construction with repeatable site capture

✓ Deliver accurate reality data that improves decision-making across field and office teams

reality capture team in construction gear and blue hard hats on jobsite in city using a 3d scanner

☆   Why It Matters

Reality capture teams provide the data foundation that drives modern construction workflows. The Trimble X9 enables teams to efficiently capture, process, and share accurate reality data that supports project coordination, quality control, progress tracking, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

By delivering reliable point clouds and digital twins, reality capture teams help stakeholders make informed decisions based on actual site conditions rather than assumptions. The result is improved collaboration, fewer coordination issues, more accurate project records, and greater confidence in the information being used to plan, build, and manage projects.

Find the Right Reality
Capture Solution for Your Team

Every project and team is different. Our dedicated specialists help evaluate project requirements, workflows, and accuracy needs to determine the right solution for you.


Trimble 3D Scanning Success Stories

See how contractors are using Trimble reality capture technology to improve accuracy, reduce rework, streamline workflows, and deliver better project outcomes

Circle "R" Mechanical

Mechanical contractor uses Trimble solutions and BuildingPoint VDC services on Westville, Indiana Correctional Facility project

Warner Mechanical

Mechanical contractor improves prefabrication accuracy, reduces field rework, and streamlines collaboration between the office and field using Trimble scanning technology.

Dick Anderson Construction

General contractor uses 3D laser scanning to identify issues before concrete placement, avoid costly rework, and improve quality control across projects.

Mortenson and Scull Construction

Construction teams accelerate QA inspections, verify installed conditions in real time, and improve field-to-office workflows with Trimble laser scanning.

The BuildingPoint Way

Here at BuildingPoint, we have specialized, designated teams to help you every step of the way

Consultation

Your localized, designated BuildingPoint sales representative will reach out, provide free demos, and help you determine the right solution to address your goals and objectives

Implementation

Your sales rep, designated customer success rep, and assigned field technology trainer will work together for your initial setup, onsite or remote trainings, and any workflow implementation

Support

Your assigned BuildingPoint team members remain your long-term partners, providing ongoing troubleshooting guidance and technical assistance whenever you need it

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Still Have Questions?

If you still have questions, our team is here to help. Explore our FAQ or contact your local BuildingPoint Midwest & Gulf Coast representative


Is the Trimble X9 difficult to learn?

Not at all! BuildingPoint provides onboarding, training, and ongoing support to help your team confidently adopt reality capture workflows without needing a dedicated scanning specialist. 

We have never used a laser scanner before. Where do we start?

That's exactly what we're here for. Our team works with contractors every day who are new to laser scanning. We'll help identify the right applications, recommend a workflow, provide training, and support your team through implementation. 

Can I see a demo before making a decision?

Absolutely, we offer free demos. Your local BuildingPoint representative can come to your office or jobsite to show you how the Trimble X9 works, answer questions, and demonstrate workflows relevant to your projects and applications.

What is BuildingPoint?

BuildingPoint is Trimble's network of authorized dealers focused on supporting and supplying technology to the building construction industry. BuildingPoint organizations are divided by regions to ensure our customers receive the best, localized support possible. 

Think: Trimble makes the tech, BuildingPoint supplies and supports the tech

BuildingPoint Midwest & Gulf Coast supports contractors located in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Wisconsin, Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi. 

Not sure who your BuildingPoint is? Visit Trimble's Dealer Locator

Do I need a dedicated reality capture or VDC team to use the Trimble X9?

No. Many contractors successfully use the Trimble X9 with existing field, VDC, survey, or project management personnel. BuildingPoint can help you develop a workflow that fits your team, resources, and project requirements.

What is the difference between the Trimble X9 Core LT, the Core, and the Premium packages?

All three packages are built around the Trimble X9 laser scanner, but each package is designed for different project requirements and reality capture workflows.

Core LT is ideal for teams getting started with laser scanning and reality capture. Core expands capture capabilities for larger projects and more advanced coordination workflows. Premium provides the greatest scanning range, fastest data capture, and highest performance for organizations that rely heavily on reality capture, BIM coordination, and digital construction workflows.

Not sure which package is right for your team? BuildingPoint can help evaluate your workflows, applications, and project requirements to recommend the best solution.

What is the Trimble X7 3D Scanner?

The Trimble X7 was the predecessor to the Trimble X9 and helped thousands of contractors adopt 3D laser scanning and reality capture workflows. Many of the customer success stories featured on this page highlight real-world results achieved with the X7, including improved quality control, reduced rework, and streamlined project coordination.

Today, the Trimble X9 builds on those proven workflows with faster scanning, increased range, enhanced performance, and additional capabilities—making it the latest generation of Trimble's construction laser scanning technology.

Ready to See How 3D Scanning
Could Work for Your Team?

Get connected with your local BuildingPoint representative to evaluate your workflow, see the equipment in action, and choose the right solution for your team