JANE FINCH MALL TUNNEL
North York, Ontario
16,217 sq. ft
Aug 26 - Sept4 | 2024
As-Built Plans
Project Overview
DCMS conducted a 3D laser scan of the underground tunnel system located beneath the Jane Finch Mall in North York, Ontario. This critical infrastructure project required high-precision as-built documentation to evaluate the tunnel's current structural condition and support maintenance, safety assessments, and future upgrades. The resulting digital twin supports remote inspections and engineering collaboration.
Deliverables
High-Density Point Cloud Data: For precise structural and spatial analysis
Georeferenced Orthophotos :Supporting tunnel layout verification and planning
Virtual Matterport Walkthrough :Enabling secure, remote access to the tunnel environment
Challenges Solved: Maintaining precision in an active retail space without disrupting operations.,
Our Role & Technology
Using terrestrial LiDAR scanners and advanced spatial data processing, our team created a high-resolution 3D model of the entire tunnel. This allowed project stakeholders to inspect, assess, and plan renovations based on real-world geometry.
Leica RTC360 terrestrial LiDAR scanner for high-precision 3D data capture.
Point cloud processing
AutoCADand 3D modeling software.
Key Challenges & Solutions
Aging structure: Point cloud data enabled accurate condition reporting for structural analysis.
Remote stakeholder collaboration: Matterport walkthroughs supported external design and engineering reviews.
Limited visibility and confined space: Our LiDAR workflow ensured safe, non-intrusive documentation.
OUR WORKFLOW:Scan, Process,
3D Modeling and Deliver
Cesar Ramirez-Toscano
Operation Manager at Bentallgreenoak
Jane Finch Mall Tunnel- North York, Ontario
“Reliable insights for complex infrastructure work”
Coordinating work in a tight tunnel beneath an active shopping mall is no small feat, but DCMS made it seamless. Their scan data and virtual walkthrough provided a clear view of existing conditions without interrupting daily operations. Responsive and efficient, their team was instrumental in our maintenance planning.
