Engineering and environmental data is at the center of what we do and has been since 1932. From surveying to scanning, tape measures to models, index cards to databases, or hand-drafting to automated design, information management has always been a core component of SSM’s services. Leveraging technology to manage our data is key to our success. We have always committed to fully investing in the early adoption of technology that moved our industry forward, because the integration of data always leads to better solutions. We have many tools in our technology tool box, AutoCAD, GIS, REVIT, BIM and we apply the right tool to solving the problem. Our integrated approach to data capture and modeling allows us to examine the components while maintaining focus on the whole. Accuracy matters. Our clients depend on us to ensure that their buildings stand straight, stormwater doesn’t flood their streets, HVAC systems maintain a desired temperature, contaminant time of travel is accurate, and water pressure is adequate for fire systems. We work with architects, facility managers, owners, engineers, and contractors in every phase of a project. We collect and manage data to design and engineer solutions, develop drawings, identify areas of concern, and document the work and systems. The result is a constructable, implementable project with systems in place that perform in accordance with the requirements of the project.

Capturing the Coordinates

SSM's surveying and mapping services cover a lot of ground, from new construction to building rehabilitation, campus mapping to treatment facilities, utility lines to golf courses. In fact, our archives contain the most complete record of local survey and site plans in the region. Data points from Total Stations and data collection systems, robotics and other state-of-the-art equipment are transferred electronically to our CAD system for engineering design.

We are using drone technology, HDS and BIM on our projects to enhance our collaborative relationships for outstanding results. We can measure things that couldn't be measured before, capture images of existing conditions for future reference, bring information to your fingertips as well as create reference points for future site considerations. Drones make a power solution for monitoring construction, capturing hard-to-reach details, and documenting infrastructure on expansive sites.

High-Definition Laser Scanning

SSM utilizes advanced hardware tools in the surveying business with the latest software tools available for architects and engineers to prepare high-accuracy, 3D virtual models for presentation, design documentation and construction coordination.

Drone Applications

Construction Monitoring
Volumetric Computations
Erosion and Damage Assessments
Hot Spots/Heat Loss Detection
Aerial Site Evaluation
Litigation Support
Rooftop Evaluations
System Layout

HIGHLIGHT PROJECTS

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High Definition Scanning and AutoCAD Modeling

SSM utilized high definition laser scanning equipment and software to quickly and accurately capture the existing facade conditions of the church’s 150-foot bell tower.

Monitor Wall Movement - High Definition Scanning

High definition laser scan of a thirty foot high retaining wall

Surveying Services

Manage surveying services for all aspects of landfill operations

Surveying Services

Managing surveying services for all aspects of landfill operations including survey stakeout support, as‑constructed survey and certification plan preparation for new cell construction and final capping/closure projects, and continuous survey support and grade control for waste placement, all phases of gas mining activities and infrastructure construction.

Civil and Site Engineering

SSM provided all of the civil/site engineering and permitting for the Millmont Elementary School and 6th Grade Magnet School.

HDS Scanning and Revit Model

SSM utilized high definition laser scanning equipment and software to quickly and accurately capture the existing structure and adjacent topographical conditions.

Scan to BIM: Domestic Water Tank Replacement

Created Revit Model for internal Structural and MEP design.

Structural Engineering for Gun Barrel Installation

SSM has supported several teams to serve in a multi-disciplinary way to the Department of Architecture and Preservation (DAP) of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) since 1995.

Construction Stakeout Surgical Tower

SSM is providing a full range of construction stakeout and surveying services to L.F. Driscoll for the $354 million construction of a 476,000 SF surgical tower expansion on the Reading Health System campus.

Site Engineering and Survey

SSM has provided the hospital with a wide variety of civil engineering, environmental, and facilities services since 1990. The largest hospital in Berks County PA, having its principal facility on a 36-acre urban campus in the Borough of West Reading, where it is surrounded by residential and other institutional uses. As is common for a large institutional facility, the Hospital is in a near-constant state of expansion and renovation.