Hamilton By Design | SolidWorks
Structural & Mechanical Detailing in Sydney
From 3D LiDAR Scanning to SolidWorks Engineering Models
Engineer-Led Detailing — Not Just Drafting
At Hamilton By Design, structural and mechanical detailing is no longer just about producing drawings — it’s about capturing reality, understanding it, and engineering it correctly.
Traditional detailing relies on site measurements, outdated drawings, or assumptions. Our approach replaces that with engineering-grade 3D LiDAR scanning using FARO technology, ensuring every design starts from verified, real-world data.
What Has Changed in Structural & Mechanical Detailing
Detailing used to begin with:
- Tape measures
- Legacy drawings
- Site interpretation
Today, it begins with 3D laser scanning.
3D scanning captures millions of measurement points to create a point cloud — a digital replica of the real-world environment that can be used to build accurate models and drawings.
FARO 3D Laser Scanning in Sydney
Using FARO LiDAR scanning technology across Sydney, we deliver:
- Full-site capture of industrial facilities
- Structural steel verification
- Mechanical plant layouts (conveyors, chutes, pipework)
- Brownfield upgrades and shutdown planning
The FARO Focus system provides:
- High-speed capture of complex environments
- Reduced need for repeat site visits
- Immediate feedback on scan coverage
- Accurate digital models for engineering use
This is critical in Sydney environments where:
- Access is limited
- Downtime is expensive
- Existing drawings are unreliable
From Point Cloud to SolidWorks
Capturing data is only the first step.
At Hamilton By Design, we convert scan data into usable engineering models, not just visual outputs.
Using FARO SCENE software, scan data is:
- Registered and aligned
- Cleaned and validated
- Exported into engineering-ready formats
From there, we build:
- Parametric SolidWorks models
- Fabrication-ready drawings
- Structural and mechanical assemblies
- FEA-ready geometry
This is where most scanning providers fall short — they deliver point clouds or meshes.
We deliver engineering outcomes.
Why Connecting FARO + SolidWorks Reduces Cost
The real value is not scanning or modelling alone — it’s connecting the two properly.
Eliminates Rework
Accurate site capture reduces clashes and redesign.
Reduces Site Time
Less time measuring means less downtime and fewer return visits.
Improves Fabrication Accuracy
SolidWorks models built from real data fit first time and reduce site modifications.
Enables Better Engineering Decisions
You are designing from verified geometry, not assumptions.
Sydney-Focused Engineering Advantage
Sydney projects often involve:
- Tight access industrial sites
- Aging infrastructure
- Limited documentation
- Fast project timelines
By combining local site knowledge, FARO LiDAR scanning, and SolidWorks engineering workflows, we reduce risk and deliver outcomes that are accurate, buildable, and commercially efficient.
Structural & Mechanical Detailing Services
We provide:
- Structural steel detailing (existing and new)
- Mechanical plant modelling
- Conveyor and chute design
- Pipework and equipment layouts
- Scan-to-CAD and reverse engineering
- As-built documentation
All backed by engineering-grade data capture.
Engineer-Led. Data-Driven. Outcome Focused.
Most providers will scan.
Some will model.
Very few will:
- Understand engineering intent
- Build usable SolidWorks models
- Deliver fabrication-ready outcomes
That’s where Hamilton By Design is different.
Let’s Connect the Dots
If your project involves:
- Existing plant
- Complex geometry
- Limited drawings
- Tight timelines
We can help you capture, model, and deliver properly the first time.
Start with accurate data.
End with engineered outcomes.
Engineering | Drafting | Laser Scanning


