3D scanners are devices that have a wide range of applications in many different industries, most notably industry. Due to their flexibility, the equipment is used both during unit and batch measurements, as well as during design and prototyping stages. 3D measurements enable extremely fast acquisition of large amounts of data, no matter how complex the surface. What additional benefits can still be counted on for specific industries?

Processing and digital factories

Due to the complexity of structures such as refineries, power plants or manufacturing facilities, their renovation, modernization and possible expansion require accurate 3D data. This is what 3D scanners are used for, which enable extremely precise spatial point clouds and panoramic images. What’s more, 3D modeling can be done based on the collected data. All this involves saving huge amounts of time and money. Another very important advantage is the accurate reproduction of entire production plants and industrial installations, which are distinguished by their high level of complexity.

3D measurements, providing information on the current state of the property, form the basis for further planning for expansion and modification of facilities. In the context of Asset Management, you can count on a significant simplification of the processes involved in managing, maintaining and supervising buildings. In turn, the ability to virtually access facilities translates into facilitating training and simulations. In addition, the use of 3D scanners in this industry is associated with minimizing risks regarding projects on brownfield sites. Another advantage is a reduction in work time by as much as 10% and improved efficiency in the inspection and monitoring of health, safety and environmental regulations.

Parts inspection and reverse engineering

3D scanners excel at capturing, inspecting and redesigning even the most difficult objects because of their high precision. For this reason, they are used in both reverse engineering, interior remodeling, production documentation and quality control. The resulting benefits are primarily the ability to quickly and accurately capture objects in 3D, which entails significant savings, the ability to comprehensively inspect 3D and monitor components, and the reduction of waste and rework that results from early 3D quality control.

Facility and Asset Management

In this field, 3D measurements allow for precise inventory data, effective planning of structural and technical changes. As a result, facility managers, architects, structural engineers, building appraisers and surveyors alike have full knowledge of the condition of the building and construction sites. This, in turn, translates into the ability to better plan and execute construction projects and better property management.

Shipbuilding industry

In this case, 3D scanners are designed to facilitate installation, renovation and modernization work. Scanning allows the creation of full as-built documentation and provides the data necessary to retrofit the ship with specific equipment needed to create a ballast water treatment system. In addition, it comes in handy at the stage of inspecting parts during repair. All of this translates into the benefits of being able to quickly and reliably record the as-built condition, obtain a description of the actual prevailing conditions, and minimize design risk.