Pipework Drafting & 3D Scanning for Industrial Plants | Reduce Shutdown Risk
In industrial and mining environments, pipework systems are rarely simple. Over time, plants evolve. Pipe routes are modified, supports are added, equipment is replaced, and drawings quickly fall out of date.
This creates a major problem for engineers, project managers, and fabricators:
What’s on the drawing is not what’s on site.
At Hamilton By Design, we solve this problem by combining 3D laser scanning, pipework drafting, and pipework detailing into a single engineering-led workflow.
The Problem with Traditional Pipework Drafting
Many pipework projects still rely on:
- Old drawings
- Manual measurements
- Site assumptions
- Incomplete documentation
The result?
- Pipe spools don’t fit
- Flanges don’t align
- Supports clash with existing steel
- Shutdowns run over time
- Fabrication costs increase
These are not drafting problems — they are data problems.
The Solution: Scan → Model → Detail
Using engineering-grade LiDAR scanning, we capture the real-world conditions of your plant before design begins.
This includes:
- Pipe routes
- Valves and flanges
- Structural supports
- Pumps and equipment
- Access platforms and walkways
The captured data is converted into a point cloud, which forms the foundation for accurate CAD modelling and pipework drafting.
Pipework Drafting That Reflects Reality
Once scanning is complete, we develop:
- Pipe routing layouts
- General arrangement drawings
- Tie-in details
- Pipe support designs
- Fabrication drawings
Because the design is based on actual site geometry, the outcome is:
- More accurate
- More practical
- More buildable
No guesswork. No surprises during installation.
Pipework Detailing for Fabrication
Pipework detailing is where projects succeed or fail.
We produce:
- Spool drawings
- Flange orientations
- Clearance checks
- Installation considerations
This ensures fabrication teams receive clear, usable information, reducing rework and improving installation efficiency.
Shutdown-Ready Engineering
Shutdown windows are tight. There is no time for rework or redesign on site.
By combining scanning and drafting:
- Tie-in points are verified before shutdown
- Fabrication can occur with confidence
- Installation risk is reduced
Better planning = shorter shutdowns
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If you're planning a pipework upgrade, shutdown, or brownfield modification, learn more about our full service:
Pipework Drafting & 3D Scanning Services
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