SPAR International is a platform-neutral conference and exhibition focused on end-to-end business and technology for 3D measurement and imaging for industrial facilities; engineering, architecture and construction; and civil infrastructure. The exhibition will showcase solutions from leading 3D hardware manufacturers, software suppliers and service providers.
The conference and trade show will be held March 30-April 2 in Houston, Texas.
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At SPAR International, current and emerging 3D technology and lifecycle asset-management solutions will be highlighted. More than 90 experts in 3D data, point-cloud processing, and data delivery will explain how to improve processes, mitigate risk, get the necessary output, and save time and money.
This year SPAR features a dedicated UAV pavilion, where attendees can learn about the market and discuss solutions with major manufacturers. It also features a hologram room — a taste of the future that puts you inside a 3D scan.
On the exhibit floor, developers and manufacturers will showcase the latest solutions developed to solve pressing and complex problems in a range of industries. 3D scanners, low-cost handheld devices, mobile mapping solutions, advanced data processing workflows, and more will be featured.
Learning levels for 2015 include:
- Business Consideration: Critical topics for asset owners and business leads.
- 3D Technologies and Applications: In-depth content for 3D pros.
- Introduction to 3D Tools: Basics for beginners and those new to 3D.
Other topics covered include:
- Building Information Modeling (BIM)
- 3D for asset and facilities management
- 3D data capture for as-built conditions
- Point-cloud processing
- Managing and sharing large data sets
- 3D/intelligent modeling
- Augmented reality and visualization tools
- UAVs/UAS
Numerous networking events provide opportunities to gain valuable information from other precision-measurement and imaging professionals across disciplinary lines. Attendees can discuss best practices, share project experience, and benefit from the experiences of their peers.
Registrants include professionals from:
- BP
- Burns & McDonnell
- Chevron
- Doosan Babcock
- Ford
- General Motors
- Hensel Phelps
- Jacobs
- Lockheed Martin Space Systems Co
- NASA Newport News Shipbuilding
- Pacific Gas and Electric Company
- Parsons Brinckerhoff
- Pepper Construction Company
- SBM Offshore
- SNC-Lavalin
- The Beck Group
- Whiting-Turner