Marine 3D Laser Scanning Services

Marine 3D laser scanning captures accurate as-built measurements of ships, hulls, decks, machinery spaces, pipework and marine structures to create detailed 3D point clouds, CAD models and technical drawings. It provides shipowners, shipyards, marine engineers and naval architects with reliable digital data for planning refits, conversions, repairs and inspections.

Bidston Draughting carries out on-site scanning for ballast water treatment systems, scrubber retrofits, hull modelling, tank calibration, propeller inspection and clash detection. Our team captures, registers and processes the survey data before supplying the agreed drawings or digital models. Contact us to discuss your vessel, survey location, required deliverables and project timescale.

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What Can Marine 3D Laser Scanning Capture?

Our marine 3D laser scanning services capture complex vessel geometry and difficult-to-measure spaces for modelling, documentation and retrofit planning. We survey ships, boats, vessels, superyachts, inflatable boats, classic clippers and other marine craft, including their hulls, bows, decks, pipework, machinery and tank spaces. Our team can also accurately scan piers, jetties and offshore structures.

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Years of experience
10 +

Marine 3D Laser Scanning Applications

The data captured after marine laser scanning proves to be helpful for:

  • Tank Calibrations
  • Tank Volume & Ullage Charts
  • Hull & Deck Stability
  • Scrubber System Retrofitting Projects
  • BWTS (Ballast Water Treatment Systems)
  • Ship Propeller Inspection
  • Structure for FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
  • Assembly Systems for Vessels’ Lengthening
  • Offshore Platforms’ Safety, Integrity, and Efficiency
  • Access & Clash Detection for Moving Large Equipment
  • Assembly Systems for Replacement Sections of Plating & Structure

We can help you get the surveys and drawings that you need for your projects.

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Benefits of Marine 3D Laser Scanning

By opting for marine laser scanning, you can get numerous advantages, such as:

  • Improved Safety
  • Better Decision-Making
  • Accurate & Quick Results
  • Minimum Vessel Downtime
  • Accurate 3D Surface Models
  • Time & Cost Saving
  • Precisely Designed Hull Lines for Stability Modelling
  • Precise Recording of Machinery Spaces & Pipework
  • Accurate Areas, Dimensions & Volumes for Material Takeoff

Our Marine Scan-to-Model Process

  • Project Review: We confirm the vessel, survey area, intended use and required outputs.
  • On-Site Scanning: Marine structures and equipment are captured from suitable scanner positions.
  • Point Cloud Registration: Individual scans are aligned to create one coordinated dataset.
  • Data Processing: Unwanted data is removed and the point cloud is prepared for modelling.
  • Quality Checks: Measurements and alignment are checked against the agreed survey requirements.
  • Final Delivery: Point clouds, CAD models or drawings are supplied in the agreed formats.

Why Choose Bidston Draughting?

Offering marine 3D modelling survey services near you, we specialise in delivering tailored solutions to fulfil the unique demands of the maritime industry. We have handled various simple to complex projects, which has helped us refine our processes over the years. Our experts can proficiently work in confined spaces, hazardous areas, and sensitive zones on ships, navigating challenging marine environments while assuring strict adherence to the relevant safety protocols.

Book our marine 3D laser scanning services to gain refined and accurate insights into your project’s intricacies.

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FAQs

3D laser scanning helps record accurate information about the existing condition of ships and other marine structures to ensure the ultimate success of engineering projects. This technique involves the use of 3D laser scanners that help in capturing millions of points for the creation of real point cloud data on the current condition of the marine infrastructure.

Marine laser scanning can be done in a single day, and for smaller operations such as BWTS or scrubbing water system retrofits, it can also be performed while the crew is on board. It helps shipowners and shipyards to plan and design refits and renovations and begin work as soon as the vessel reaches the repair dock.

3D laser scanning helps create 3D models for conversion and refitting projects, facilitating the process of repairing and maintaining the marine fleet and reducing operational downtime by ensuring all the vessels are fully functional at all times. Accurate and comprehensive 3D surveys help shipowners and shipyards ensure the efficiency of all the ships, streamlining the whole operation.

The conventional 3D laser scanning technique can save significant costs in the data acquisition, processing, and analysis stages. Moreover, this method also saves time by eliminating the need for manual measurements, reducing site time, and minimising overall operational downtime.