3D Laser capture in shipbuilding
The use of laser scanning in shipbuilding is a technology that helps shipyards deliver projects faster, more efficiently and with less risk. We are a company that specializes in the fast and accurate capture of current conditions, using the latest proven technologies in laser scanning and precision elevation, to achieve best practices for the repair of boats and new construction.
We collaborate with naval companies and field specialists and offers high quality services for shipping companies in all European ports (Portugal, France, Italy, Spain, Malta, Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, Turkey, ...), Spanish ports (Valencia, Algeciras, Barcelona, Las Palmas, Bilbao, Santander, Tarragona, El Ferrol, Cartagena, Avilés ...) and North Africa.
The key to competitive utilization lies in being able to capture the vessel "in operation" in 3D quickly, accurately and inexpensively. The early availability of detailed and accurate 3D studies from laser scan data enables shipyards to move forward with project planning, renovation design and procurement of materials ready to start work as soon as the ship arrives at the dock repair. Using the scan helps to shorten downtime.
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Capture operating conditions. Because laser scanning is relatively quick and non-intrusive, it is often not necessary to wait until the boat is in dry dock to perform the survey. It can be carried out long before scheduled repair.
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Combining reality and design. Reconditioning work can begin immediately and be done quickly, with little or no need for rework, as new items will have been accurately verified against the ship "as is".
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Reverse engineering. Pipes or structural elements captured in the point cloud can be interactively identified and converted into intelligent 3D model objects with associated attributes.
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Design. The designer can use laser capture to complete the design by integrating existing and new objects, running collision detections, and creating drawings and other production facilities.
Using 3D Laser capture in shipbuilding
Less repairs and modifications through higher prefabrication
In the filed of shipbuilding, laser scanners are used to measure large and complex ship parts within a short period of time. That way, entire ships or ship parts can be planned and constructed in detail. As the prefabrication level is high, repairs and modifications of parts during the assembly phase are drastically reduced. To ensure accurately fitting parts, it is necessary to continuously perform measurements in each phase of the production process.
Unique basis for construction and excellent controlling through highly accurate 3D data
Three-dimensional measurements are the ideal basis for construction and design for other digital planning purposes because of accurate 3D data. It is even possible to scan multiple curved surfaces. 3D surface analysis enables verification of the correct size of the parts and their deviations. When the scan is completed, surface and volume models can be created and collision detections may be performed on the computer.
3D laser scanning ensures faster and easier assembly
Shipbuilding is an industry where demands for metrology are high, especially when it comes to ship parts or the complete construction. Through the use of a laser scanner device, less manpower is needed when fast and easy-to-do measurements are required. Another advantage is the handling and operation, which are quite easy as well.
Accurate planning with digital models saves time and effort
Costs, time and effort are drastically reduced through fast and accurate measurements as well as efficient planning and modeling with digital models. Repairs and modifications will become superfluous in shipbuilding and aircraft construction alike because of accurately fitting parts. Due to numerous possibilities in planning with digital models, outstanding performances and profitable solutions within the production process are achieved. Furthermore, 3D laser scanning offers new opportunities for reverse engineering, automated assembly and final inspections. New standards are being set in the world of quality assurance in aircraft construction.
Our 3D Scanning Services
We usesan advanced laser 3D Scanner for generating the As Built data. Our 3D scanners provides our Naval architects and Structural engineers with an efficient tool for rapid, seamless and precise documentation of the current status of any construction – offshore or onshore, ships, rigs, platforms, terminals, piping systems and structures of every kind. Laser Scanning is ideal for designing, ship building, restructuring and extending technical and industrial plants such as refineries, power plants and production facilities.
3D scanning Measurement
The Laser Scanner can capture complex and surfaces as a dense 3D scan data. This allows performing non-contact, 3D inspections with ease. Non-contact 3D scanning can digitize features such as flush and gap that are difficult to inspect with contact methods. Laser scanning for 3D documentation can be a faster method produces a more comprehensive report.
Alignment Checks
Alignment checks of derricks and tower can be completed with ease using 3D scanning. The high accuracy ensures that the misalignment of even a 1 -2 grads over a length of 10m can be identified.
Reverse Engineering and Inspection
Laser scanning is ideally suited for reverse engineering. 3D Laser Scanning can be effectively used to map and subsequently deliver As-Built, Site verified As‐Built, Intelligent 3D Models, As-Built Piping, Equipment Layouts, Accurate Tag Database, As‐Built Inspection Isometrics, better Asset Management for maintenance and future expansions.
Post fabrication and pre fabrication Quality control
Precise 3D scanning and laser scanning inspection of large and complex component such as rotor blades, turbines, ship propellers, etc. has been carried out in and around EU. Complete 3D documentation of the manufacturing status of machine components can be done. Prefabrication reduces construction times. The 3D scanning ensures accurate dimensioning and hence ensures that no reworks occur for the fabrication. Avoidance of downtime is the most critical aspect to install any equipment as a retrofit. Hence it is important that the Rig/Vessel/Plant would be able to stay in operation and while the installation is progressing. To accomplish this, utilization of high accuracy 3D Scanners, in order to scan the available space in detail, and perform clash checks.
Benefits of using 3D laser scanning:
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Laser scanning can often be done while the ship is in operation.
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Measurements: more comprehensive and precise compared to hand measurements.
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Reduces or eliminates the need for follow-up site visits.
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Design work can be carried out in office & within the created 3D Point Cloud Model.
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Data allows larger portion of new or replacement pipe spools to be pre-fabricated in shop at lower cost.
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Data increases number of bolt-up tie-ins & reduces field welds, reducing shipyard costs & downtime.
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Vibration is one of the few limitations.
