FARO Connect® Software

    The Ultimate Software for Managing 3D Point Cloud and Image Data

    Discover the power of FARO Connect—the ultimate desktop solution for managing 3D point cloud and image data, by FARO, with ease. Powered by GeoSLAM’s proprietary SLAM algorithm, Connect lets you process FARO Orbis data locally, while seamlessly linking to the optional FARO Sphere® XG cloud platform for effortless viewing, sharing, and collaboration. It’s your all-in-one solution for faster, smarter 3D data management.

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    Experience 3D data like never before with the FARO data viewer, bringing your digital replicas to life and allowing you to extract immediate insights from your point clouds. Enhance clarity and precision with automated filters for outliers, noise, thinning, and transient data, and optimize your datasets further with workflows like change detection. Prepare your data for analysis or export with ease, turning raw scans into actionable information.

    For mine operators, mobile LiDAR technology paired with GeoSLAM Volumes software makes calculating stockpile tonnages and monitoring changes over time faster and simpler than ever. Mobile laser scanners, such as FARO Orbis, deliver accurate volumes for stockpiles, silo reserves, and mining tempos without relying on GPS. Once processed in FARO Connect, the data can be imported into GeoSLAM Volumes to instantly transform it into actionable 3D information, enabling real-time, confident decision-making.

    Operations are streamlined across the supply chain, allowing volumes to be verified as frequently as needed, staff to be trained in minutes, survey times to be slashed, and costs to be reduced. For areas that are difficult or impossible to reach, Elios 3 by Flyability provides survey-grade 3D data from confined spaces. When combined with FARO Connect, Elios 3 data is transformed into precise 3D models, giving teams the ability to monitor, manage, and map previously inaccessible environments with confidence.

    Data Processing and Ownership
    Local processing in FARO Connect allows users to handle 3D point cloud data up to 50% faster without compromising quality, while maintaining full ownership. For enhanced collaboration, point cloud data can also be uploaded to the Sphere XG Reality Capture platform, enabling seamless teamwork with stakeholders. Flexible processing and storage without third-party ownership ensures secure, transparent cooperation.

    Automatic Georeferencing
    Use reflective targets or control points to georeference 3D point clouds within FARO Connect. The software automatically detects surveyed reflective targets and positions the point cloud in the real world. Alternatively, placing the scanner on a known control point captures and stores the positional data directly within the 3D point cloud.

    Automatic Data Filtering
    FARO Connect offers a range of automatic filtering tools to optimize your 3D point cloud data. Outlier removal, surface noise reduction, and transient point elimination improve the accuracy and clarity of the final output, all applied seamlessly within the software.

    GeoSLAM Draw
    GeoSLAM Draw provides additional capabilities for analyzing mobile LiDAR and static scan data. Easily display large point clouds, take measurements, create CAD geometry, and georeference your data. GeoSLAM Draw comes in configurable industry packages:

    • Start Package
      • Layout Section: Visualize and create segments of multiple floors and floorplans.
      • Sketch: Measure areas, distances, and angles.
      • Annotation: Add text annotations to project sections.
      • Vectorizer: Automatically vectorize, intersect, merge lines, create curves, and export to .dwg.
      • Panorama: View images captured with a 360° camera.
      • Cloud Export: Export projects in multiple file formats.
    • BIM Package
      Includes all Start features, plus:
      • Web Export: Share interactive HTML or PDF project files.
      • Merger: Combine images into a single file for CAD integration.
      • Curved, Polygonal & Cylindrical Sections: Visualize rounded or sloped objects.
      • RCP Format: Import and export .rcp files.
    • Plan Package
      Includes Start and BIM features, plus:
      • Proprietary Formats: Import other file types to contextualize point clouds.
      • Registration: Sphere fitting and target selection for advanced project referencing.
      • Photo Match: Unfold, measure, and analyze angled or curved objects.
      • 4CAD / 4Revit Plugin: Connect with Revit to create CAD models in real time.
    • Mining Package
      Includes Draw Start, Plan, and BIM features (excluding Photo Match and 4Revit Plugin), plus:
      • Volume: Measure stockpiles or designated areas and generate calculation protocols.
      • Mesh: Extract meshed 3D Digital Terrain Models (DTM).
      • Profiler: Vectorize elevation models and view 3D profiles.
    • Pro Package
      Includes all features from every Draw package, offering maximum flexibility and control over point clouds for advanced workflows.

     

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    Features

    Below, you will find the main features of the product.

    Automatic Point Cloud Colorization

    Leverage the integrated camera on FARO Orbis to capture panoramic images and automatically apply RGB colorization to your 3D point clouds. FARO Connect positions the images and colorizes the dataset in a single, streamlined workflow.

    A Variety of Export Options

    Easily integrate your 3D point cloud data into existing workflows with multiple export formats, including LAZ, LAS, E57, PLY, and TXT, allowing seamless analysis, modeling, and collaboration across platforms.

    Link to FARO Sphere XG

    Upload your processed data directly to Sphere XG, FARO’s cloud-based platform, for centralized viewing, measurement, and collaboration, giving stakeholders anywhere in the world a unified and up-to-date project perspective.

    Register Multiple Point Clouds in FARO SCENE

    Import and register Flash Technology™ scans in FARO SCENE to achieve superior global accuracy and interactive registration, giving users control and precision comparable to terrestrial laser scanning.

    A User-friendly Interface

    Designed for both new and experienced mobile scanning users, FARO Connect offers a clean, intuitive interface that makes navigating and processing point cloud data simple and efficient.

    Best-in-class Processing

    FARO Connect streamlines the processing of FARO Orbis data, reducing manual intervention with automated workflows that save time while maintaining high-quality results for every project.

    Applications

    Discover the applications in which the product can be used.

    The Perfect Tool for Repeatable data capture and collaboration

    Easily transfer locally processed data to FARO Sphere XG for enhanced project visibility. By providing regularly updated 3D scans, teams can collaborate effectively, monitor site progress, and implement cost-saving measures, ensuring projects stay on track from start to finish.

    Utilize the Versatility of Connect for Better Data

    FARO Connect delivers powerful tools for every scanning need, whether you require detailed point clouds, colorized data, or faster processing. Automatically clean datasets, apply RGB colorization, or process mobile and FLASH scans depending on the project’s requirements. From complex construction sites to expansive forest surveys, Connect provides the right workflow for every application.

    Rapid Site Information for the Modern Mine

    Process mine site data locally for near real-time decision-making. Keep stakeholders informed with frequent updates on site progress, identify potential safety issues quickly, and optimize productivity. This approach not only protects workers but also maximizes operational efficiency and enhances return on investment.

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