SL Laser Offers Laser Projection Systems for Concrete Projects Source: SL Laser

SL Laser’s laser projection systems meet the needs of its customers in the construction industry and in the production of precast concrete components. Using a computer-controlled laser system and software, work plans and measurement points can be transferred even for large or angled assembly areas. In the precast concrete sector, ProDirector enables the positioning of formwork, built-up parts and reinforcements. The laser can be permanently positioned on a table or mounted on rails for long tracks.

ProDirector

A laser projector used on a track system moves from one location to another along a long track. A second laser projector on the same track system can project a drawing to a different location on the track – or display a large drawing together with the other laser projector. In this way, two independent teams can work independently on different projects on a long track without having to wait for the laser. Several projects can be completed simultaneously. The track system can also be equipped with more than two lasers.

Laserpilot Software

A complete path can be defined in advance using a CAD system. The laser projector processes project by project. When the projector is in a certain position, all elements to be used are projected. These elements are stored in different layers so that the different components can also be viewed via the remote control or the Laserpilot software. This software imports all common formats for projection, whether DXF, DWG, ULB or HPGL. Customer-specific data formats are tested in advance by SL Laser and programming options are discussed with the customer. The laser projectors also work with other well-known control systems.

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Laser Projection in Prefabricated Facilities

Laser projectors in precast facilities save users time-consuming tasks such as manually measuring positions for formwork, hollow channels and built-up parts. Templates are imported directly from CAD in a 1:1 ratio. Contours are projected to scale onto tables. Laserpilot software makes it possible to create a surface for various applications in the precast industry. Depending on the requirements, adaptations are discussed with the customer and transferred to the software interface.

This is done by loading the file and calibrating, rotating, translating, and mirroring. The template can also be rotated in the x and y directions or mirrored at a different z-height. Mirroring at a different z-height unlocks a variety of capabilities. For example, a line at the top edge of a support or other component is easier to see than at 0-height, because shadows are usually cast at this height. The angle of the component can also be taken into account. Many of these functions can be built into the remote control for the user to use with a single click.