INTRODUCING LEICA GEOSYSTEMS' All NEW BLK360 SE
The Leica BLK360 SE is a cutting-edge imaging laser scanner designed to simplify reality capture for professionals in architecture, engineering, construction (AEC), real estate, and facility management. Its compact, lightweight design and one-button operation make it ideal for small to mid-sized projects, delivering high-accuracy 3D point clouds and high dynamic range (HDR) imagery with ease. In Australia, C.R. Kennedy, the sole distributor of Leica Geosystems products, ensures professionals have access to this transformative technology with comprehensive support and expertise.
“The Leica BLK360 SE is a game-changer for reality capture in Australia, offering unmatched simplicity for our clients.”
— Joel Woodage, National Reality Capture Manager at C.R. Kennedy
LEICA BLK360 SE WORKFLOW
Scanning
The workflow begins with capturing 3D point clouds and HDR imagery using the BLK360 SE. Its compact design and one-button operation simplify on-site setup. The scanner offers three resolution settings (6 mm, 12 mm, or 25 mm at 10 meters) and measures up to 340,000 points per second. With three scan modes — Fast, Dense, and Dense+ — users can balance speed and detail. A full-dome scan, including imagery, takes less than a minute, making it highly efficient for rapid data collection.
FIELD OPERATION WITH LEICA CYCLONE FIELD 360
The Leica Cyclone FIELD 360 app, available for iOS and Android, acts as the “copilot” for the BLK360 SE. Users can control the scanner from a smartphone or tablet, accessing real-time previews for quality assurance. The app supports the scanner as a remote control, allowing ease of use for smart pre-alignment of scans, detailed feedback and ensuring high-quality data before leaving the site. This step streamlines office-based processing by preparing scans for registration.
DATA PROCESSING WITH PINPOINT SOFTWARE
Captured scans are processed using PinPoint software, tailored for registering and modeling scan data. Its intuitive interface enables users to align scans, create deliverables like floor plans, orthophotos, and 3D models, and use fitting tools for surfaces, doors, and windows. PinPoint simplifies the creation of professional outputs, making it accessible for both novice and experienced users.
EXPORTING AND INTEGRATION
After processing, data can be exported in formats like e57, dxf, pts, ply, or obj for use in collaboration, meshing, or modeling software. This flexibility ensures seamless integration with tools used in architecture, engineering, and other fields, enhancing project workflows.
KEY BENEFITS
- High-Precision Scanning: Achieves 4 mm accuracy at 10 meters for reliable 3D data.
- Rapid Data Capture: Completes full-dome scans in under a minute, boosting efficiency.
- User-Friendly Design: Features one-button operation and intuitive apps for ease of use.
- Versatile Software: Compatible with Cyclone FIELD 360 and PinPoint for streamlined data processing.
- Wide Applications: Ideal for architecture, engineering, construction, real estate, and facility management.
IN SUMMARY
The Leica BLK360 SE offers a powerful yet accessible solution for reality capture, combining ease of use with professional-grade results. Its streamlined workflow—from rapid scanning to processing with PinPoint—saves time and enhances project outcomes. With C.R. Kennedy’s support as the sole supplier in Australia, professionals can confidently adopt this technology for their projects.
