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πŸ—οΈ Get Your Old Paper Drawings Digitized: From Scan to 2D/3D Conversion

Still working with paper drawings or outdated scanned PDFs?
It’s time to bring your legacy documents into the digital era β€” accurately, affordably, and on time.
At AEC Digital Solutions, we help architects, engineers, contractors, and real estate developers digitize old paper drawings and scanned blueprints into professional 2D CAD drawings and 3D BIM models β€” ensuring clarity, precision, and ease of future modification.


Why You Should Digitize Your Paper Drawings
Many firms still rely on paper-based archives or scanned PDFs that are hard to read, edit, or scale. These can cause:
β€’ Inaccurate measurements
β€’ Poor coordination
β€’ Wasted time and money during execution
β€’ Risk during renovation or retrofitting
With digitization, you can:
βœ… Improve project coordination
βœ… Speed up approvals and design reviews
βœ… Eliminate errors from manual redrafting
βœ… Enable easy updates for future changes


🧱 How AEC Digital Solutions Helps You Convert Paper to Digital Models
We offer end-to-end scan-to-CAD and scan-to-BIM services, helping you move from physical drawings to editable, high-precision digital formats.
✍️ Step-by-Step Process:

  1. Scanning & Review You share scanned PDFs or paper drawings. We assess quality and extract all critical data.
  2. 2D CAD Drafting We create accurate 2D drawings using AutoCAD β€” matching layers, line types, dimensions, symbols, and architectural standards.
  3. 3D BIM Modeling Using Revit or ArchiCAD, we build detailed 3D models that reflect your building’s structure, systems, and spatial layout.
  4. QC & Delivery Every file goes through strict quality checks. You receive final editable DWG, RVT, or PDF files, ready for design, construction, or facility management. ________________________________________ πŸ‘·β€β™‚οΈ Who Needs This Service? We support clients across sectors: β€’ 🏒 Architects & Designers β€” to update old building records or start digital designs from legacy plans β€’ πŸ› οΈ Contractors & Builders β€” to plan renovations or verify as-built conditions β€’ 🧰 MEP Consultants β€” to overlay systems on accurate base models β€’ 🏘️ Real Estate Developers β€” to maintain accurate records for approvals, sales, or upgrades β€’ πŸ₯ Facility Managers β€” for better documentation of assets and spaces ________________________________________ 🌐 Where Accuracy Meets Efficiency At AEC Digital Solutions, we: βœ… Align with international codes and drawing standards βœ… Offer flexible engagement models (per drawing or hourly) βœ… Deliver LOD 100 to LOD 400 BIM models as per project needs βœ… Work in AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and more βœ… Provide quick turnaround and reliable support Let us help you digitize with confidence and clarity. ________________________________________ πŸ“© Ready to Transform Your Legacy Drawings? Get in touch with us today! πŸ“ž +91 98108 55570 πŸ“§ info@aecdsl.com 🌐 www.aecdsl.com πŸ‘‰ Also check our related blog: πŸ”— Scan to BIM & CAD Drafting for AEC Projects ________________________________________ πŸ™‹ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Q1: What formats do you accept for input? We accept scanned PDFs, JPEG images, hand-drawn sketches, or photocopies. The clearer the file, the better the output. Q2: What software do you use for conversion? We use AutoCAD for 2D drafting and Revit for 3D BIM modeling. We also support formats like Navisworks and ArchiCAD on request. Q3: Do you follow a standard format or customize based on client needs? We align with your drawing standards, layer structures, title blocks, and codes β€” whether it’s US, UK, Australian, or Canadian standards. Q4: What if my scans are blurry or old? Our team will manually validate and interpret your drawings with architectural accuracy. We may request clarifications if needed. Q5: What’s the typical turnaround time? It depends on the number and complexity of drawings. Most standard jobs are delivered in 2–5 working days. ________________________________________ #ScanToBIM #CADConversion #2DDrafting #3DModeling #DigitizeDrawings #ArchitecturalServices #AECIndustry #LegacyDrawings #RevitModeling #AECDigitalSolutions ________________________________________ 🧩 Final Thoughts Old paper drawings shouldn’t hold your projects back. At AEC Digital Solutions, we combine technology and industry knowledge to help you transition smoothly into the digital design space. πŸ“ Don’t redraw. Digitize and build smarter.

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