Virtual Building Studio to Attend R-CON 2026 in Boise, ID: Meet the CEO Ar. Ankit Kansara

ScantoBIM.Online, powered by Virtual Building Studio will attend R-CON 2026 in Boise, Idaho, from October 12 to 15, bringing its Scan to BIM services and point cloud modeling workflows to a conference focused on reality capture and construction technology.

Ankit Kansara, CEO of Virtual Building Studio, will present the company to R-CON attendees. He will discuss how the company works with point cloud data and converts captured site information into Revit models, CAD drawings, and other project deliverables.

Kansara will meet with attendees during the conference. Therefore, VBS is inviting architects, engineers, contractors, surveyors, facility managers, and other AEC professionals to schedule a 15-minute conversation about current or upcoming projects.

R-CON 2026 will take place at Boise Centre, 850 W Front St, Boise. The main conference program runs from October 13 to 15, with networking activities beginning October 12. According to the organizer, more than 1,000 professionals are expected to attend, including contractors, owners, engineers, surveyors, and technology providers.

R-CON focuses on what comes after reality capture

The process of reality capture provides the project team with detailed information on existing buildings and sites. Laser scanning, drones, and cameras help with gathering information on physically challenging work conditions that are difficult to collect through traditional measurement methods. The resulting point cloud carries the information regarding scanned conditions through many measurement points.

The point cloud has a lot of information, but a Building Information Model (BIM) is usually needed to apply this information in design and construction workflows. The point cloud to BIM conversion is the next step in the project workflow.

The point cloud can be converted to a structured BIM model through the use of relevant software such as Revit, allowing architects, engineers, contractors, and other project team members to work with the virtual model of the object.

This technology is particularly useful for renovation and retrofit projects. Existing projects are often not complete, outdated, or unavailable. A BIM, which is developed based on the current scan data, gives the project team better reference of existing conditions for the project.

R-CON agenda addresses point cloud and Scan to BIM workflows

The R-CON 2026 program includes sessions that address how teams use reality capture data after field collection.

Two presentations on October 14 focus directly on the subject. One examines the use of point cloud data for design, coordination, and facilities management. Another looks at integrating Scan to BIM workflows into project work. A panel scheduled for the same day will compare reality capture tools across areas such as accuracy, speed, cost, and liability.

The conference also includes companies such as Esri, FARO, Leica Geosystems, NVIDIA, and Trimble, along with drone manufacturers and BIM platform providers.

For professionals evaluating reality capture workflows, the event provides access to companies working across different parts of the technology chain.

Artificial intelligence is another topic included in the R-CON program. Sessions cover AI-driven workflows, digital twins, jobsite robotics, and site monitoring. Virtual Building Studio uses AI in its point cloud modeling workflow and will discuss that process during the event.

Virtual Building Studio will present its Scan to BIM services

Kansara will present Virtual Building Studio and the company's work with captured building data.

The company offers services such as Scan to BIM, point cloud modeling, 3D laser scanning, as-built modeling, 3D modeling, and systems modeling for buildings. The services provided are meant for systems including architectural design, structural design, mechanical systems, electrical systems, plumbing, and fire protection.

The company’s workflow starts with point cloud data supplied by clients. Virtual Building Studio accepts formats including E57, LAS, and RCP. The team reviews the data for coverage, aligns the scans, and removes noise before modeling begins. AI assists with modeling architectural, structural, and building systems elements.

Quality control follows the modeling stage. According to Virtual Building Studio, the workflow includes more than 100 automated checks for each model. Final deliverables can be provided in Revit, IFC, or native formats. The company states that its workflow uses Revit, Navisworks, Archicad, BIM 360 and all other industry’s standard tools and software.

Virtual Building Studio also states that its AI-assisted workflow can process up to 10,000 square feet per day.

Scan to BIM applications across project types

Scan to BIM services can support projects where teams need current information about existing conditions.

Renovation teams can use models developed from scan data to understand existing spaces before design work begins. Contractors can use them to coordinate work against measured conditions. Facility managers can use as-built models as part of building documentation.

Virtual Building Studio collaborates with professionals such as surveyors, architects, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical consultants, contractors, and facility managers. The studio has handled various projects: residential, commercial buildings, health care facilities, educational buildings, airports, industrial buildings, and historic places.

Schedule a 15-minute meeting with Ankit Kansara

R-CON attendees can schedule a 15-minute meeting with Kansara and the Virtual Building Studio team during the conference. The meeting is intended for professionals who have a current project, an upcoming requirement, or questions about working with point cloud data.

3D laser scanning companies can also use the meeting to discuss modeling support for their scan data.

Visitors requesting a meeting can provide their project size, scope, and expected timeline. These details help establish the modeling requirements and prepare a project quote.

The company can also provide anonymized sample models and project references upon request. Survey firms interested in its survey partner network can discuss that opportunity during the meeting.