AIMS National Conference 2022 Review
AAM greatly valued the presentations and interactions at the Australian Institute of Mine Surveyors (AIMS) 2022 National Conference this year.
Day: June 21, 2022
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Bathymetric LiDAR for Waterway Management
Bathymetric LiDAR for Waterway Management AAM were commissioned to survey for a project that involved 645 km2 over a coastal and waterways network in Eastern Australia. The site had a shallow drafted estuary, where bathymetric information was needed to maintain the usability and safety of the waterways. The area was subject to dynamic coastal processes. […]Read More
Surveying a Rail Corridor for Transport New South Wales
Surveying a Rail Corridor for Transport New South Wales Overview AAM were commissioned to conduct a 2.7km railway corridor Mobile Laser Scanning (MLS) survey to determine its Building Information Model (BIM) suitability. This required accurately defining assets and utilities with dense point cloud information for feature survey and 3D modelling production. . Situation The survey […]Read More
3D City Modelling of Johannesburg
Background AAM was commissioned to undertake Aerial LiDAR, A3 Digital Orthophoto Imagery, Oblique Imagery, Rendered 3D Building Models and Building Footprints for the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) metropolitan area measuring 2,950 square kilometres. AAM provided previous aerial imagery coverage of the Soccer World Cup Stadiums and the full metropolitan area to assist property valuations. The […]Read MoreVolumetric Survey of Tarong PowerStation Ash Storage Facility
Volumetric Survey of Tarong PowerStation Ash Storage Facility Overview Understanding and managing risk is crucial within the power generation and mineral extraction industries. Risk mitigation underpins safe practice forming a key part planning for production, operations, waste management and rehabilitation. Stringent legislation also requires high standards to be enforced by the industry. Situation Stanwell Corporation […]Read MoreBrisbane City Council eBIMAP
Brisbane City Council eBIMAP Increasing map service performance to enhance customer experience Brisbane City Council (BCC) is the largest local government in Australia with over 1 million residents. BCC is committed to responsibly managing the city. It strives to set and maintain the highest service standards to ensure real value is delivered for Brisbane’s ratepayers […]Read MoreVertiGIS Studio Web Mapping for Urban Heat Map Viewer
Background As our climate changes, heatwaves are getting hotter, longer and more frequent. Urban areas already suffering from the heat island effect will bear the brunt of these harsher heat events. Urban heat islands are areas of the urban environment that are significantly warmer than the surrounding landscape. In particular, areas with a larger thermal […]Read More
APSEA Award – Bathymetric LiDAR for Pacific Islands
AAM received the highly coveted J.K. Barrie Award and the People and Community Award at the Asia-Pacific Spatial Excellence Awards. APSEA recognise and celebrate individual’s and organisation’s achievements within the spatial information industry across the Asia-Pacific region. The J.K. Barrie Award is the apex of achievement in the spatial industry with AAM receiving it at […]Read MorePowerline Vegetation Study
Airborne LiDAR & asset modelling for effective powerline vegetation management Power Line Monitoring for the Energy Sector The safe operation of its 11,000 plus kilometre transmission network is the highest priority of this transmission owner and operator. With assets located in high fire danger areas, and sections of densely vegetated transmission line corridors at risk […]Read More
Melbourne City Baths
Laser Scanning to BIM: Melbourne City Baths Background The iconic Melbourne City Baths, which first opened in 1860, provides health and fitness facilities and maintains the largest swimming pool in the Melbourne CBD. Although it is a beautiful building, it is showing its age. In response to the need to pro-actively manage the site, the […]Read MoreTerrestrial Laser Scanning for the University of Melbourne
Overview The University of Melbourne undertook redevelopment work to its site. In particular, the Old Commerce Building was demolished. Due to its façade being of significant heritage value, it needed to be retained whilst the remainder of the building was demolished. It was imperative that the construction works did not cause any movement and potential […]Read MoreSingapore Smart City
In 2014 the Prime Minister’s Office of Singapore unveiled Virtual Singapore1, a dynamic three-dimensional (3D) city model and collaborative data platform, including the 3D maps of Singapore. When completed, Virtual Singapore will be the authoritative 3D digital platform intended for use by the public, private, people and research sectors. It will enable users from different […]Read MorePorirua City Council 3D City Models
Dynamic city planning through advanced GIS capability Porirua is located on New Zealand’s North Island, one of four cities that constitute the Wellington metropolitan area. Porirua City Council (PCC) comprises a community of 52,000 people. PCC’s plan for 2015-25 will see the Council make a significant investment in new infrastructure and city centre development. AAM […]Read MoreIndustries
Industries we specialise working with.
Bundaberg Flood Gauge Mapping
Overview Following numerous QLD flood events, Bundaberg Regional Council (BRC) was forced to action a new Burnett River flood mapping plan. The Council delivered a publicly available flood mapping tool ensuring Queensland communities can more easily understand flood events and make better informed decisions. Situation Bundaberg had experienced one of the largest floods in its […]Read MoreBrisbane City Council eBIMAP
Brisbane City Council eBIMAP Increasing map service performance to enhance customer experience Brisbane City Council (BCC) is the largest local government in Australia with over 1 million residents. BCC is committed to responsibly managing the city. It strives to set and maintain the highest service standards to ensure real value is delivered for Brisbane’s ratepayers […]Read More
Mengapur Mine Survey
Mine site development requires various layers of spatial data and balancing an everchanging cost versus accuracy equation. Many companies utilise existing or satellite data as a low-cost layer option moving to more accurate options as alternatives are refined. While opting for a low-cost execution is tempting, the consequences of basing decisions on flawed spatial data […]Read More
Ultra High Density LiDAR for Gas Fields
Ultra High Density LiDAR for Gas Fields Overview This multinational resources company develops and operates natural gas (coal seam) reserves across Australia. Business operations involve managing natural gas leases and the extraction, liquefaction and transport of this resource. The company is also responsible for environmental monitoring and rehabilitation of land affected by their operations. AAM’s […]Read More
UGL Train Carriages Modelling
Overview UGL required high-accuracy 3D models of Sydney Trains’ “Tangara fleet” railcar interiors. We initially undertook a four-carriage test study checking the components’ consistency in preparation for the fleet’s refurbishment. Situation Our 3D carriage interior models included stairwells, vestibules, end saloons and drivers’ desks to assist with their redesign. Focus areas included geometric components like […]Read More
Surveying Sydney Trains
Overview AAM have worked alongside Sydney Trains for over two decades providing Detailed Services Search (DSS) surveys of Greater Sydney’s rail network. Their purpose is to provide accurate representations of underground services for the network’s future design. AAM is currently Western Sydney’s preferred data supplier for previously surveyed Sydney areas. Sydney Trains requires a specific […]Read More3D City Modelling of Johannesburg
Background AAM was commissioned to undertake Aerial LiDAR, A3 Digital Orthophoto Imagery, Oblique Imagery, Rendered 3D Building Models and Building Footprints for the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) metropolitan area measuring 2,950 square kilometres. AAM provided previous aerial imagery coverage of the Soccer World Cup Stadiums and the full metropolitan area to assist property valuations. The […]Read MoreTerrestrial Laser Scanning for the University of Melbourne
Overview The University of Melbourne undertook redevelopment work to its site. In particular, the Old Commerce Building was demolished. Due to its façade being of significant heritage value, it needed to be retained whilst the remainder of the building was demolished. It was imperative that the construction works did not cause any movement and potential […]Read MoreEnterprise GIS for PF Olsen
Background PF Olsen is New Zealand’s largest independent professional forestry services company serving Australia and New Zealand. PF Olsen had a Geographic Information System (GIS) for some time but had come to a point where they needed to deliver more mapping capability to their staff, upgrade their existing GIS system and continue their Business as […]Read MoreGold Coast Water Authority GIS Management
Gold Coast Water Authority GIS Management Enhancing community engagement through interactive GIS functionality Gold Coast Waterways Authority (GCWA) is the statutory body that manages the extensive waterways of Queensland’s Gold Coast from south of the Logan River to the New South Wales border. The 10-year GCWA Management Strategy calls for greater access to waterways, alongside […]Read MoreVolumetric Survey of Tarong PowerStation Ash Storage Facility
Volumetric Survey of Tarong PowerStation Ash Storage Facility Overview Understanding and managing risk is crucial within the power generation and mineral extraction industries. Risk mitigation underpins safe practice forming a key part planning for production, operations, waste management and rehabilitation. Stringent legislation also requires high standards to be enforced by the industry. Situation Stanwell Corporation […]Read MorePowerline Vegetation Study
Airborne LiDAR & asset modelling for effective powerline vegetation management Power Line Monitoring for the Energy Sector The safe operation of its 11,000 plus kilometre transmission network is the highest priority of this transmission owner and operator. With assets located in high fire danger areas, and sections of densely vegetated transmission line corridors at risk […]Read More
