3D-Laserscanning
The foundational data for digitalized planning.
Utilizing 3D laser scanning, we digitize your project, facilitating precise documentation of the existing conditions on-site. This method serves as the cornerstone for collaborative reviews with your team during the 3D design phase. Consequently, digital planning ensures utmost accuracy in designing new plant components and identifying embedding points within existing facilities.
Advantages of 3D laser scanning
Presently, 3D laser scanning serves as the foundational element for comprehensive 3D planning, particularly when considering site-specific conditions. This technology is invaluable for precise documentation of existing plant and building components, especially in the context of planning within existing facilities.
Streamlined planning and enhanced collaboration efficiency.
For MT-Plant Consulting engineers and specialists, this method expedites planning by swiftly and accurately assessing dimensions, replacing existing system components, and integrating new ones. By conducting collision analyses and pinpointing entry points into existing facilities, we ensure precise planning. Newly designed pipelines and plant components are seamlessly visualized within the point cloud, facilitating efficient team reviews. This enhanced understanding of the placement of new system components streamlines operational processes and ensures adherence to ergonomic requirements.
Mitigation of risks and monitoring progress during plant construction.
Thanks to the remarkable precision of point clouds, even critical components like enamelled pipes can be meticulously planned, ensuring optimal isometry for pipe builders and enhancing production efficiency. This significantly mitigates planning errors, reducing costs and time associated with manually creating isometrics.
Moreover, throughout the construction phase, 3D laser scanning facilitates comprehensive progress tracking and quality control. Regular checks ascertain alignment with project schedules and verify the accurate installation of newly constructed plant components.
The operation of 3D laser scanning and the processing and utilization of its data are crucial aspects in engineering.
Data capture is a fundamental task in engineering endeavors.
Preparation of the scanning area precedes data acquisition, meticulously orchestrated by our survey engineers. Reference points, known as targets, are strategically affixed within the scan area to facilitate accurate merging of recordings from various scan positions necessary for comprehensive area detection.
Geodetic referencing to the overarching building or site coordinate system is established with precision using geomatics methodologies. Prior coordination with the client determines the zero point and alignment of the axis grid.
While most plant components require no special preparations for scanning, our proficient team excels in capturing challenging surfaces like glass or polished pipes. Any necessary measures to ensure measurability are coordinated accordingly. Notably, relevant system components or Tie-Ins are clearly marked before commencing the 3D laser scan to streamline identification and processing during subsequent stages.
Following data acquisition, our surveying engineers meticulously conduct assessments to ensure comprehensive collection of all relevant information. Leveraging our team's extensive experience, the scanning area is efficiently captured in vibrant detail.
Preparation of data is a critical step in the engineering process, meticulously handled by skilled professionals.
Following data acquisition, our specialists employ specialized software to merge raw data from various scan locations, producing a comprehensive digital representation of the facility known as a point cloud. With each point geo-referenced, this point cloud serves as a detailed blueprint of the site.Given the substantial data volume—often ranging from several dozen to a hundred gigabytes—powerful computers are employed for efficient data processing. This ensures swift processing of the data to meet project timelines.
Post-generation, the point cloud undergoes meticulous adjustment to eliminate fragments and unwanted objects captured during scans. Leveraging industry-standard software solutions, we ensure precise data preparation and deliver point clouds in multiple formats to meet diverse project needs.
Utilization of data is a crucial aspect of the process, meticulously managed by skilled professionals.
The point cloud now serves as a foundational tool for subsequent planning activities. It underpins 3D planning endeavors, facilitating the removal of old plant components and integration of new ones. Additionally, reliance on the point cloud minimizes the need for time-consuming system inspections, as critical information like dimensions can be extracted directly.
Collision analyses are efficiently conducted using the point cloud, streamlining reviews of newly planned plant components and ensuring alignment with operational processes and ergonomic requirements. This enables early-stage adjustments to planning, enhancing overall project efficiency.Furthermore, the point cloud enables simulation of equipment application and insertion, allowing for identification of optimal paths for equipment handling on-site. Early detection of issues facilitates proactive problem-solving.
During construction, point clouds are invaluable for documenting progress and verifying execution quality. Installed lines serve as reference points for measuring the positioning of plant components, enabling comparison with planned positions to ensure conformity.
MT-Plant Consulting offers cutting-edge 3D laser scanning solutions tailored to the needs of complex engineering projects.
Our offerings encompass a comprehensive suite of advanced engineering solutions:
- Digital point cloud rendering
- 2D CAD modeling for detailed plans and sections
- Creation of precise 3D CAD As-Built Models
- Development of BIM-enabled 3D building models
- Conducting rigorous flatness analyses and collision assessments
- Accurate calculations of mass and volume properties
