WEAR ANALYSIS
3D color maps using 3D laser scanning and/or CMM
measurements—making changes easy to visualize and report.
WEAR ANALYSIS
3D color maps using 3D laser scanning and/or CMM
measurements—making changes easy to visualize and report.
WEAR ANALYSIS
3D color maps using 3D laser scanning and/or CMM
measurements—making changes easy to visualize and report.
Deformation & Wear Analysis
Deformation & Wear Analysis with 3D Color Maps
By comparing an existing design model to a point cloud captured through 3D laser scanning—or by directly comparing two distinct point clouds—our advanced clash detection analysis pinpoints potential conflicts with equipment, structural elements, or environmental features. Detecting these issues early in the design phase prevents on-site complications, minimizes construction delays, and reduces the costs associated with rework or material waste.
In construction verification, our 3D laser scanning-based services are pivotal in ensuring that as-built conditions precisely match the original design intent. By generating detailed 2D and 3D deviation/deformation color maps, we accurately identify discrepancies between the design model and the constructed environment. These maps are created by comparing 3D laser scanned point cloud data with the original BIM or CAD model or by analyzing differences between sequential 3D laser scans. Regular scanning at critical project milestones allows teams to monitor progress, swiftly address emerging issues, and uphold rigorous quality control standards. Additionally, this data integrates seamlessly with BIM platforms, ensuring that the design model reflects precise as-built conditions.
Complementing these core capabilities, our services include a comprehensive range of specialized inspections. We offer cross-sectional analysis, surface levelness and flatness assessments, slope analysis, tunnel inspection, volume surveys, as well as checks for alignment, verticality, roundness, perpendicularity, and parallelism. This extensive suite of services underscores our ability to execute every project and inspection with unmatched accuracy.
Our Equipment
Equipment We Use for Deformation & Wear Analysis
TERRESTRIAL 3D LASER SCANNER
With a range of 0.5-130 m and a 3D accuracy of 1.9 mm @ 10 m, the Leica RTC360 captures high-accuracy terrestrial 3D laser scans of medium to large assets.
TERRESTRIAL 3D LASER SCANNER
With a range of 0.6-60 m and a 3D accuracy of 4 mm @ 10 m, the Leica BLK360 is ideal for 3D laser scanning in tight, space-constrained areas on small to medium assets.
HANDHELD 3D LASER SCANNER
With a 3D accuracy up to 0.02 mm, the FreeScan UE Pro is a metrology-grade handheld 3D laser scanner for high-detail 3D laser scanning of small to medium objects.
MEASURING ARM CMM
With a 3D accuracy up to 0.013 mm for the AS1 3D laser scanner, the Absolute Arm 7-Axis combines probing and 3D laser scanning for precision measurement of small to medium objects.
LASER TRACKER CMM
With a range of 0.8-160 m and a probing accuracy up to 0.015 mm, the AT500 is used to probe small to large objects for precision inspection, alignment, and verification.
TOTAL STATION
With an angular accuracy of 1″, a distance accuracy up to 1 mm, and a range of 0.9-3,500 m, the TS10 establishes survey control that enables the most accurate terrestrial 3D laser scan registration possible.
HANDHELD LIBS ANALYZER
Using a handheld LIBS analyzer, the Niton Apollo detects C, Al, Si, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Co, Ni, Cu, Nb, Mo, and W on-site to differentiate steel grades beyond XRF.
HANDHELD XRF ANALYZER
Using a handheld XRF analyzer, the Niton XL5 Plus identifies and quantifies elements from Mg to U on-site for rapid alloy identification and PMI.
ULTRASONIC THICKNESS GAUGE
With a thickness range of 0.08-635 mm and multilayer capability to measure up to four individual layers, the 39DL PLUS delivers reliable ultrasonic thickness measurements.
Common Applications
Where Deformation & Wear Analysis Delivers Value
As-Built Deliverables
