Over 1.4 million units of handheld laser distance meters were sold to the building and construction industry in 2018.

The laser distance meters withstand drop tests, are dust- and water-protected and are suitable for rugged jobsite conditions.

On a recent webinar that discussed the use of point clouds and modeling, I was impressed with my colleagues and the continuing steps they take to educate the profession about the process of accurate building documentation. However, one item which concerned me was the topic of working on large, campus-style projects.