Solidworks Sydney

  Common Problems and Solutions Turning point cloud data into a usable SolidWorks model sounds straightforward, but in real projects it often becomes a source of delays, confusion, and costly rework. Many companies have scan data, but struggle to convert it into practical engineering information that can be used for design, fabrication, fit-up, or documentation. At Hamilton By Design Co., we support Sydney clients with point cloud to SolidWorks workflows for industrial, commercial, and existing-site projects. Whether the job involves plant upgrades, reverse engineering, structural steel, mechanical layouts, or existing building geometry, the real value comes from converting scan data into a model that is clear, accurate, and fit for purpose. Why Point Cloud to SolidWorks Projects Go Wrong A point cloud is not the same thing as a finished engineering model. A laser scan captures millions of measured points, but those points still need to be interpreted, simplified, and converted in...

  How to Model Existing Plant Equipment Without Drawings In many industrial and mining environments, one of the most common challenges is this: 👉 There are no reliable drawings. Equipment may have been installed years ago, modified multiple times, or sourced from suppliers where documentation is no longer available. Yet the need remains: Modify it Replace it Upgrade it Or integrate it into a new design So how do you accurately model existing plant equipment without drawings? The Reality of Brownfield Sites Most existing plants are not “as-designed” — they are as-built over time . That means: Dimensions don’t match original drawings Equipment has been moved or modified Supports and connections have changed Pipework has been rerouted Access platforms have been added Trying to model from assumptions in this environment leads to: ❌ Fit-up issues ❌ Rework ❌ Delays ❌ Increased cost The Old Way (And Why It Fails) Traditionally, engineers would: Measure manually Sketch key dimensions Esti...