Carlson Scan2K

Carlson Scan2K

The Carlson Scan2K is a high-precision 3D laser scanning device designed for capturing detailed measurements and creating accurate 3D models of various environments. It’s commonly used in surveying, construction, and engineering applications to facilitate tasks like site documentation, analysis, and visualization.

1. High Precision: Provides detailed 3D data with sub-centimeter accuracy, making it suitable for various applications.
2. Fast Data Collection: Capable of scanning large areas quickly, which helps reduce project timelines.
3. User-Friendly Interface: Designed for ease of use, allowing operators to quickly learn and operate the device.
4. Integrated Software: Comes with software for processing and analyzing the scanned data, facilitating smooth workflows from capture to output.
5. Versatile Applications: Suitable for a range of industries, including construction, civil engineering, and environmental studies.
6. Lightweight and Portable: Easy to transport, allowing for flexible use in various locations.
7. Durability: Built to withstand harsh conditions, ensuring reliable performance in diverse environments.

Benefit:

1. High Precision and Accuracy

• The Scan2K provides precise 3D data capture, which is crucial for generating accurate surveys, models, and as-built documentation. This accuracy reduces the margin for error, improving the quality and reliability of survey data.

2. Fast Data Collection

• The laser scanner captures large volumes of data quickly, reducing the time needed for surveying large or complex areas. It can scan large surfaces or structures in minutes, which is significantly faster compared to traditional surveying methods.

3. Long-Range Scanning

• The Scan2K has an extended scanning range, allowing it to capture data over large distances (typically up to several hundred meters). This is ideal for scanning expansive sites, such as construction sites, factories, or infrastructure projects.

4. High Point Density

• The scanner captures a high density of data points (often millions of points per scan), which results in detailed point clouds. This level of detail helps create more accurate 3D models for analysis and design.

5. Reduced Field Time and Costs

• By reducing the number of site visits and the time needed for data collection, the Scan2K can save both time and money. It eliminates the need for multiple measurements and manual recording, making the fieldwork process more efficient.

6. Improved Safety

• The Scan2K allows for remote scanning of potentially hazardous or difficult-to-access areas, such as tall buildings, bridges, or industrial sites. Surveyors can collect data from a safe distance without needing to physically enter dangerous locations.

7. Integration with Surveying Software

• It seamlessly integrates with Carlson’s software suite (e.g., Carlson SurvCE), which allows for easier data processing, analysis, and creation of deliverables like point clouds, 3D models, and CAD drawings.

8. Versatility for Multiple Applications

• The Scan2K is versatile, suitable for a wide range of applications, such as:
  • Topographic surveys
  • Building information modeling (BIM)
  • Structural inspections
  • Construction site monitoring
  • Volume calculations for stockpiles and other materials
  • Historical preservation and documentation

9. Enhanced Data Visualization

• The high-resolution point clouds generated by the scanner can be visualized in 3D, allowing for better understanding and analysis of complex environments. This is especially helpful in making design and construction decisions.

10. Minimal Need for Control Points

• With advanced software integration and technology, the Scan2K can reduce the need for extensive ground control points, simplifying the field setup and increasing efficiency.

11. Robust and Durable

• The Scan2K is built to withstand challenging environments, including harsh weather conditions, rough handling, and vibrations, making it ideal for use in a variety of outdoor and industrial settings.

12. Improved Documentation and Collaboration

• The detailed 3D point clouds, models, and other data outputs can be shared with teams for collaboration and decision-making. This fosters better communication among stakeholders, improving project outcomes.

Specifications:

1. Scanning Range

• Maximum Range: Up to 300 meters (depending on conditions and reflectivity of surfaces).
• Accuracy: ±3 mm (at 50 meters, typical).
• Reflectorless Mode: Can scan up to 300 meters without requiring retroreflectors.

2. Scanning Speed

• Maximum Points per Second: 1 million points per second.
• This enables fast data collection, reducing time spent on the field.

3. Field of View (FOV)

• Horizontal Field of View: 360°.
• Vertical Field of View: 320° (panoramic scanning for full-site coverage).

4. Point Density

• High Point Density: Offers very high point density (up to 1.4 million points per scan), ensuring fine details and accurate 3D models.

5. Accuracy

• Distance Accuracy: ±3 mm at 50 meters.
• Angular Accuracy: 0.001° for precise angular measurement.

6. Data Storage and Processing

• Onboard Storage: Typically has internal memory for storing scans, allowing users to capture multiple scans without needing to offload data immediately.
• Data Output: Compatible with a variety of point cloud and CAD formats (e.g., .pts, .e57, .las) for integration with 3D modeling and CAD software like Carlson SurvCE, AutoCAD, and others.

7. Battery Life

• Battery Type: Typically uses a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
• Battery Life: Up to 8 hours of continuous scanning, depending on settings and environmental conditions.

8. Weight and Dimensions

• Weight: Approximately 5-7 kg (depending on the model and configuration).
• Dimensions: Compact and portable design, making it easy to carry and deploy on-site.

9. Environmental Protection

• IP Rating: Typically rated for IP54 or IP65 (dust and water-resistant), allowing for use in a variety of outdoor environments, including rugged and wet conditions.
• Temperature Range: Operates in a wide temperature range (typically from -10°C to 50°C).

10. GPS Integration

• Can integrate with GNSS/GPS for georeferencing the scans, providing more precise location data for large or site-wide surveys.

11. Software Compatibility

• Carlson SurvCE: Used for field data collection and control, ensuring easy integration and use.
• Point Cloud Processing Software: Supports the use of popular point cloud processing and modeling software like AutoCAD, Revit, and CloudWorx.
• Data Export: Point clouds and 3D models can be exported in various formats, including .xyz, .e57, .PTS, .LAS, and others.

12. User Interface

• Display: High-resolution color touch screen or remote controller for ease of operation in the field.
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity options for data transfer and remote control.

Additional Features

• Laser Safety: Complies with Class 1 laser safety standards, ensuring safe operation for the user.
• Automatic Registration: Some models have automatic registration features, where the scanner automatically aligns multiple scans for easy stitching of data into a single, unified point cloud.

Summary of Key Specs:

• Range: Up to 300 meters.
• Accuracy: ±3 mm at 50 meters.
• Scan Speed: 1 million points per second.
• Field of View: 360° horizontal, 320° vertical.
• Point Density: Up to 1.4 million points per scan.
• Battery Life: Up to 8 hours.
• Weight: 5-7 kg.
• Environmental Rating: IP54/IP65, rugged and weatherproof.