GIS / Graphic Imaging
Envicom Corporation has a long history of being at the forefront of graphic technologies. Our staff of graphic artists and cartography professionals draw upon more than 35 years of experience to create exhibits, computer graphics and animation, maps, scale models, visual simulations.
Within the past few years, Envicom Corporation has added GIS / GPS services to its well-respected graphics and cartography department.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) provides a means of accessing, analyzing and displaying spatial Information. Envicom Corporation uses GIS to support resource management and planning process utilizing many GIS tools and techniques including, viewshed analysis, constraints analysis, site suitability analysis, 3-D visual analysis, constraints and opportunity analyses CAD/GIS data integration and conversion, digital mapping, incorporation of Google Earth/SketchUp with GIS, as well as executing the seamless integration of GIS with rugged field GPS technology. With the use of GIS Envicom Corporation can identify the location, extent, and source of adverse environmental impacts to determine practical plans for monitoring, managing, and mitigating environmental impacts.
- Vegetation and Special Status Species Mapping;
- Jurisdictional and Wetland Mapping;
- Resource Impact Analysis;
- Land Use Analysis;
- Mitigation Planning and Design;
- 3-Dimensional Visual Simulations;
- Database Development, Organization and Management;
- Superior Cartographic and Digital Mapping Techniques.
Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based technology that provides precise positional information that supports efforts to understand and forecast changes in the environment. GPS combined with GIS provides a means for comprehensive analysis of environmental concerns and trends that can be efficiently recognized, analyzed, monitored, and mapped. Envicom Corporation has integrated state-of-the-art sub-meter GPS technology for our staff’s use in field surveys and data collection. Our experiences includes mapping of biological resources, trustee agency jurisdictional delineations, sensitive species surveys, protocol surveys and field monitoring of restoration and construction sites. Our staff at Envicom Corporation is trained and experienced in the use of GIS and GPS technologies‚ including the latest version of ArcView 9.3, 2008 Trimble GeoExplorer GeoXT, TerraSync, and Pathfinder Office.
Traditional Cartography / Graphic Design
Envicom Corporation has a long history of being at the forefront of graphic technologies. We increase the usability of our environmental documents by visually depicting the often complex‚ content of planning products, biology reports, and associated technical studies in a clear, easy to understand manner. Envicom Corporation’s innovative approach in visual communication repeatedly sets our firm apart. The accuracy of our work, our ability to convey data and meaning through visual means, and the quality of our graphic products all contribute to producing high quality environmental analysis documents. We have at our disposal some of the latest graphic, engineering, and GIS computer programs, yet also maintain the use of high quality handcrafted graphics and maps, as at times these are the best tools for the job. Our experience has taught us to use the best tool for each individual product. Envicom Corporation brings to any project the following tools and capabilities:
- Mapped Data Acquisition, Organization, and Evaluation – the research and collection of mapped information, base maps and remotely sensed imagery. Inventory and label data, and identification of data deficiencies and locating the best available sources;
- Aerial Photography Interpretation – the use of aerial photo interpretation to create new maps and update or verify existing maps. Useful existing conditions and project information can be overlain on aerial photographs to demonstrate the relationship of the project and its impact on the natural environment;
- Map Work for Field Surveys – investigative site conditions and research data are conveyed to the public in well-executed maps;
- Database Conversion – with many programs and processes at our disposal, data can typically be converted from one automated format to another, as well as to, or from manual production;
- Geographic Analysis – answers questions about spatial phenomena using analog and electronic techniques;
- Presentation / Courtroom Exhibits; and
- Photo-realistic Visual Simulations.