en.Wedoany.com Reported - Germany's Everllence has successfully solved the precision inspection challenge for multiple large CCUS compressor components using FARO CREAFORM's photogrammetry and 3D scanning solutions. These devices, approximately 3 m × 3 m × 3 m in size, require high-precision 3D inspection of inlet and outlet flanges and pipeline interfaces to determine deviations between connection surfaces and the CAD model, and to identify differences between individual units.
Operators place photogrammetry target points on the device surface and use the MaxSHOT 3D for large-scale dimensional inspection.
Traditional measurement tools struggle with such structurally complex, large-sized equipment. Calipers cannot capture intricate surface details; the equipment is too large for a coordinate measuring machine; laser trackers cannot observe all five surfaces from a single position; and other optical systems are unusable because the device height exceeds the tripod's operational limit. Only optical measurement technology can provide complete and accurate inspection results. Other measurement methods offer low precision and are highly dependent on operator skill, whereas optical measurement outputs clear, visualizable, and highly accurate data that anyone on the team can understand and use. All measurements must be performed directly on the production floor, and the chosen solution must be flexible enough to adapt to different workstations within the workshop, other plant sites, and customer locations.
Technicians use the HandySCAN 3D on-site for high-precision inspection of complex flange assemblies.
The solution combines photogrammetry and 3D scanning, allowing flexible switching between different modes: long-range mode reduces the number of target points, close-range mode enables high-resolution fine acquisition, and scale bar mode is suitable for medium-sized components, simplifying the process by replacing photogrammetry. Its handheld, portable design allows measurements to be taken directly in various assembly areas at the factory and customer sites, especially in locations with complex piping and limited space. The operation process is simple; the color feedback projection frame makes calibration and alignment intuitive, and operators typically become proficient after just 1 to 5 measurements. The accompanying software displays the acquisition quality of target points and scale bars in real-time, and the high-resolution visualization interface simplifies the data collection process.
Everllence uses the MaxSHOT 3D to complete 3D scanning of large industrial equipment and generates a complete digital mesh model in Creaform Metrology Suite.
Beyond performance indicators, the manufacturer's maturity in optical measurement technology and industry reputation are also key considerations. The combined solution of HandySCAN 3D, MaxSHOT 3D, and Creaform Metrology Suite offers high precision, portability, ease of use, and long-term validation. This solution can save significant time over the project lifecycle, deploying high-precision measurement directly to the production floor, eliminating workflow bottlenecks and internal transport delays, supporting the parallel execution of multiple large projects, and enhancing productivity and overall efficiency across departments. For customer-centric companies, shorter delivery cycles and faster response times increase customer trust and satisfaction, leading to deeper collaboration and new business opportunities.
Everllence (formerly MAN Energy Solutions) is a global technology leader in propulsion systems, decarbonization, and energy efficiency solutions, serving the marine, energy, and industrial sectors. Headquartered in Germany, it employs approximately 15,000 people across 140 locations worldwide. Its repair engineering department engineers perform component damage inspection, delivery documentation, and provide R&D and quality control support for metal 3D printing (LPBF) parts. FARO CREAFORM's photogrammetry and 3D scanning solutions fill the technological gaps of other systems. Thorben Blohm, Design Engineer at Everllence in Oberhausen, commented: "The combination of ease of use and high precision makes us unbeatable."
About FARO CREAFORM
FARO CREAFORM is headquartered in Lévis, Quebec, Canada, and Lake Mary, Florida, USA, formed by the merger of FARO's 3D measurement business and Creaform's metrology solutions business. Founded in 1981, FARO is a global leader in portable measurement arms, laser trackers, and reality capture technology; Creaform, established in 2002, serves the automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and research sectors with its handheld 3D scanning and automated inspection technologies. The combined FARO CREAFORM is dedicated to empowering quality control, production, maintenance, and design teams. Its parent company, AMETEK, Inc., is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions, with annual sales exceeding $7.5 billion.
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