As they explain:
“There are two types of CAD models produced from laser scan data, simple geometric models and intelligent models. A geometric model is the basic shape of the pipe or flange with a centreline. The LFM software analyses thousands of points on the pipe and precisely fits a CAD element to them with millimetre accuracy. The resulting pipe model only contains basic geometry such as the diameter and length of the pipe.
Intelligent models are similar to geometric models, however, when analysing the points to fit the CAD element the LFM software references international standards tables for piping such as ANSI for the type of pipe that best suits the data. When created, this model provides much more specific information such as the pressure rating for the pipe and what type of valves, flanges and other associated equipment are designed to work with it.
The following video demonstrates how to create an isometric from the CAD model.
