3D Laser Scanning
Deep Automation delivers high-precision 3D laser scanning and surveying in Singapore for ships, offshore units, and industrial plants. Using FARO and explosion-proof Leica/Z+F scanners, we capture accurate point clouds and convert them into usable 3D/2D models.
This service is for shipowners, yards, FPSO/FSO operators, terminals, and EPC teams who need reliable as-built data for retrofits, repairs, or compliance. Expect fast mobilization, clear deliverables, class-ready accuracy.
Vessel Offshore And Plant As-Built Scanning
Deep Automation performs on-site 3D laser scanning for engine rooms, pump rooms, deck areas, cargo spaces, tanks, and topside modules across Singapore ports, shipyards, terminals, and offshore locations. Our scanners capture millions of measurements in minutes, creating a true “as-found” record of complex spaces where manual tape checks often miss details.
We are equipped to scan in hazardous zones using ATEX/IECEx-certified equipment, so tankers, pump rooms, and oil & gas facilities can be surveyed safely without compromising operations. Clients use these scans to replace outdated drawings, verify existing routing, and plan maintenance or modifications with confidence.
Point Clouds To As-Built Models
After scanning, Deep Automation processes raw data into clean, registered point clouds and converts them into practical 3D CAD models or 2D drawings. This step solves a common pain point: owners and yards may have incomplete or mismatched plans, especially on older vessels or modified plants.
We deliver models that show real pipe runs, structures, machinery footprints, and clearances, ready for engineering use. Files can be provided in formats compatible with major design platforms, enabling faster decision-making, accurate material take-offs, and smoother class or authority submissions.
Common Scanning Questions
What areas can you scan onboard?
Deep Automation can scan engine rooms, pump rooms, cargo and ballast tanks, deck machinery zones, accommodation technical spaces, and offshore topside modules. We also scan industrial plants and terminals around Singapore. This as-built scanning gives you a true digital record of existing geometry before repairs, upgrades, or conversions.
How accurate is laser scanning data?
Our laser scanning captures millions of points to millimetre-level tolerance, depending on distance and site conditions. The registered point cloud is far more reliable than manual measurements in congested spaces, helping engineers design with confidence and avoiding costly fit-up errors during installation.
Is scanning safe in hazardous zones?
Yes. We use explosion-proof, ATEX/IECEx-certified Leica/Z+F IMAGER 5010EX scanners where required, so scanning inside tanker pump rooms or oil & gas facilities is done safely. Our survey methods follow site permit rules and minimize interference with vessel operations.
What deliverables will I receive?
You receive clean, registered point clouds, 3D CAD models, and/or 2D drawings tailored to your scope. We can include clash reports, layout suggestions, and updated as-built documentation after installation. Deliverables are provided in common engineering formats for class submissions and yard execution.
Can scanning reduce retrofit downtime?
Absolutely. Verified scan data lets us confirm space, routing, and foundation locations early, then run clash detection before steel or piping starts. This retrofit planning reduces rework, supports prefabrication, and shortens your vessel’s Singapore port stay or drydock window.
How fast can you mobilize in Singapore?
Because scanning is in-house, Deep Automation can mobilize quickly to Singapore shipyards, ports, and anchorages. We coordinate with your port window, work permits, and safety briefings, then capture the area fast so your engineering team can proceed without delaying operations.
Do you support overseas scanning projects?
Yes. We deploy survey teams worldwide, following the same workflow used in Singapore. Data is processed in our office and shared digitally, so your designers can start immediately. This global capability is ideal for fleet-wide standardization or urgent offshore projects.
How do you handle data confidentiality?
Project data is treated as confidential. We store point clouds and models securely, share only with approved client contacts, and can work under NDA when requested. We do not publish client names or drawings, and we return or archive files according to your confidentiality requirements.
Retrofit And Conversion Space Verification
Before any retrofit or conversion, space is the biggest risk. Deep Automation scans targeted areas to confirm exact envelopes for new equipment—filters, skids, ducting, cable routes, foundations, or structural changes—so teams don’t discover clashes mid-installation.
We support projects in Singapore and internationally where time windows are tight and downtime is costly. With verified dimensions and a digital twin, clients can finalize layouts early, reduce change orders, and plan prefabrication with far fewer surprises.
Clash Detection And Layout Optimization
Deep Automation overlays proposed designs onto the as-built scan to detect interferences between new and existing systems. This is critical in congested machinery spaces and densely routed plants where a few centimeters can decide feasibility.
We provide clear clash reports and practical rerouting or relocation options, helping owners, shipyards, and EPC contractors optimize layouts for access, maintainability, and safe clearances. The result is less rework, fewer hot-work delays, and more predictable installation schedules.
Our tanker was due for a ballast water treatment upgrade, but the engine room drawings were years out of date. Deep Automation came onboard in Singapore, completed 3D laser scanning in a single shift, and delivered a clean point cloud with a detailed as-built model. The clash detection they ran showed two hidden interferences that would have stopped installation. We prefabricated confidently and saved days in drydock.
— Michael Tan
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️We needed space verification for an exhaust scrubber feasibility study, and manual measurements in the funnel were not trustworthy. Deep Automation’s team scanned the uptake and surrounding platforms, then produced a 3D CAD layout that made the equipment envelope obvious. Their laser survey highlighted where steel reinforcement was needed and where routing could be optimized. That accuracy let us brief class early and avoid redesign later.
— Rachel Lim
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️On our FPSO, several modules sit in hazardous zones, so we were worried about shutting down systems just to survey. Deep Automation used an explosion-proof scanner and followed our permit-to-work rules, capturing full as-built scanning without disrupting production. The registered point cloud and 2D drawings helped our EPC contractor reroute instruments safely. Turnaround was quick and the data quality was far better than any previous survey.
— Andrew Walker
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️For a piping renewal job, our yard wanted prefabricated spools to fit first time. Deep Automation carried out dimensional control surveys and provided exact tie-in coordinates, then re-scanned after installation for as-built verification. The spools aligned perfectly on site, and the final model will be our reference for future maintenance. Their team was practical, responsive, and clearly experienced in marine laser scanning.
— Priya Nair
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Dimensional Control And Verification Scans
For prefabricated spools, skids, or modules, Deep Automation conducts dimensional control surveys to verify connection points and alignment on site. This prevents costly misfits when parts arrive at the vessel or plant.
After installation, we can re-scan to produce as-built verification models showing what was actually fitted. These updated records support future inspections, maintenance planning, and lifecycle compliance, giving you a reliable reference long after the project closes.
Phone Number
+65 8502 8685
Business Address
22 Sin Ming Lane, #06-76 MidView City, Singapore 573969
E-Mail ID
[email protected]Plan Your Scan Today
Need accurate as-built data before a retrofit, repair, or space check in Singapore? Deep Automation’s survey team can mobilize fast, scan safely, and deliver point clouds and models your engineers can trust. Tell us your vessel or plant scope, schedule, and required outputs. Fill in the form and we’ll reply with a clear approach and quotation for your 3D laser scanning needs.
Why Choose Us for 3D Laser Scanning & Surveying
Deep Automation approaches every survey with a marine-first mindset. Shipboard and offshore spaces are crowded, irregular, and often changing between voyages. Our team understands how to plan scan positions, access routes, and control points so the final dataset matches real installation constraints, not just theoretical geometry. That practical experience matters when your engineers are designing pipe spools, foundations, or equipment skids to fit first time.
You also get more than raw data. We apply disciplined registration checks and quality control during point cloud processing, ensuring alignment across multiple rooms, decks, or modules. Our workflow is built for engineering use, so your designers receive models that are clean, logically structured, and ready for fast measurement, routing, and review—without spending weeks fixing noisy or incomplete scans.
Safety and reliability are baked into how we work. Deep Automation operates under ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 systems and bizSAFE Star practices, which means clear risk assessments, controlled methods, and consistent output quality on every job. Whether your scan is during drydock, alongside, or in a tight port window, you can expect a survey team that works efficiently, follows shipyard rules, and protects schedules as carefully as it captures data.
Because we’re based in Singapore, we’re used to the pace and coordination demands of local shipyards, terminals, and offshore logistics. We plan around your hot-work zones, access permits, and operational priorities, keeping scan time short while still collecting full coverage. That balance of speed and accuracy is what makes our marine laser survey support dependable for urgent retrofits and long-term fleet planning alike.
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