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Laser scanner to develop 3D digital twins
orldsView recently launched Topcon’s leading 3D
WGLS-2200 laser scanner, a flexible, survey-style solution
with user-friendly processing software that reduces lengthy
surveying processes into fast workflows. An upgrade from its
GLS-2000 predecessor, it has integrated HDR image capture
technology that delivers high-quality, colourised 3D point cloud
data with reduced noise, across a wide range of applications.
The GLS-2200 is the ideal solution to develop accurate,
3D ‘digital twins’ or detailed digital models of an environment.
This means it can be used for both simplified scanning and
extensive workflow processes.
Improved image quality
The scanner offers better image quality to capture real-world
scenes with varying light ranges and high contrast. It can also
produce a sharper and more vivid colour 3D model rendering verification solution, delivering a seamless transition into ClearEdge3D EdgeWise, Verity
when using software like Bentley’s Context Capture. and Rithm applications. Owing to this, post-processing time is vastly reduced as raw data
is quickly and accurately converted into more intuitive and actionable data.
Extensive application abilities
The scanner is flexible, versatile and ideal for construction and For more information email Kim.pillay@worldsview.com
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tunnel cross-sections, facilities and maintenance assessment
and Building Information Modelling (BIM) applications. It
features eight measuring modes that enable it to overcome
various site applications and conditions, one of which allows
users to successfully capture dense wet concrete data;
another overcomes the industry challenge of accurately
scanning black and shiny surfaces (such as coal mines).
Operators can even scan tunnels/mines for 3D modelling and New
transfer that data from a safe, remote location, using third-
party mobile software control.
Modular UPS
Prism scans in three minutes with improved accuracy
A full 360° scan can be completed in under three minutes. The
scanner incorporates either prism or circular prism compliant User friendly touch screen
functionality. The prism measurement range during the surveyor- C with full diagnostics.
style setup has been doubled to 200 m, which increases the M
scanner setup area by up to four times. This greatly reduces the Y The UPS cabinet is designed to hold
need to change target positions, even on larger sites. CM up to three 20KVA power modules for
a total capacity of 60KVA. The unit will
Built-in MAGNET Collage software MY automatically share the load between
Using the all-in-one mass data post-processing software, CY modules. Modules can be replaced
individually without resetting the UPS.
MAGNET Collage, raw data is converted into a unified point CMY
cloud model. The user-friendly software can generate K
triangulated irregular network (TIN) surfaces, digital elevation
models (DEM), volumes, contours and orthophotos. The
software has increased Plane Fit accuracy from 2 mm to 1 Intelligent protection technology allows for up to four banks of
mm and enables contractors/surveyors to process data from hot swappable batteries. While the battery management system
Topcon reality capture sensors and connect to downstream ensures maximum life run time and life of the batteries.
software like ClearEdge3D Verity.
Tackling scanning & workflow processes
The surveyor-style setup synchronises the scanner with the Address: 67 Vlootboot St, Laser Park,
same co-ordinate system as the design file, and software Tel No: (+27) 11 794 3886
recognises the field workflow to automatically merge Email: sales@powerman.co.za
individual scans. With a focus on workflows, the GLS-2200 Web: www.powerman.co.za
scanner forms a key part of the scan-to-BIM and construction
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