FARO Technologies has launched a first-of-its-kind Hybrid Reality Capture to deliver faster scanning for large-volume projects in architecture, engineering, construction, and public safety applications
Powered by FARO’s new Flash Technology, Hybrid Reality Capture combines the accuracy of the FARO Focus Premium Laser Scanner with the speed of a panoramic camera and colourized 360° images.
Flash Technology will enable more frequent, faster data capture, requiring only 30 seconds per scan and allows users to complete up to two weeks of on-site work in just one week, without increasing costs or risking quality.
FARO President and CEO Michael Burger, said: “Hybrid Reality Capture is a best-of-both-worlds innovation that will improve on-site productivity and deliver state-of-the-art colourized visual clarity at a highly affordable price.
“Industries that have made tradeoffs between capturing 3D data accurately or quickly have been waiting for this hybrid solution and we are excited to bring it to our markets.”
What are the advantages of 3D laser scanning?
- Faster installation verification: Instead of relying on cumbersome manual measurement, 3D reality capture devices verify the built environment (which includes MEP) with greater accuracy and in a fraction of the time while accompanying software makes it easy to convert raw point cloud data into tangible, actionable information.
- Enhanced as-built-to-BIM comparison: With 3D laser scanning and construction software, you can compare the installation of the above-mentioned MEP components to the BIM output and identify accurate MEP placement.
- Simplify data organisation and project collaboration: Reduce the risk of miscommunications or misunderstandings with more advanced collaboration tools. Increasingly, the technology enables the secure sharing of all data with project stakeholders from anywhere in the world. Instead of explaining critical details over multiple communication channels, centralised information sharing is key.
- More accurate retrofit/remodelled projects: Most retrofits begin the same way: determining how much you can actually rely on the original design documentation. Today’s advanced point cloud and data processing eliminate this possible pain point. With 2mm to 5mm accuracy, the latest scan-to-BIM technology ensures an as-built 3D replica of what actually exists.
Hybrid Reality Capture is available as an add-on subscription in the FARO Stream mobile app.
