One Accountable Engineer from Scan to Fabrication — Supporting NSW & Remote Sites
At Hamilton By Design, we provide reverse engineering supported by engineering-grade 3D LiDAR scanning from our Sydney engineering hub, helping maintenance teams, project engineers, and manufacturers replace, reproduce, or validate critical components when drawings are missing, obsolete, or no longer reflect reality.
We specialise in like-for-like replacement and fit-for-purpose engineering, particularly for CHPP plants, conveyors, and brownfield industrial assets, where shutdown time is limited and poor fit-up is not an option.
Reverse Engineering Built on Real Site Data
Reverse engineering only works when it is based on accurate, defensible data.
We use engineering-grade LiDAR 3D scanning as the foundation for reverse engineering—capturing real geometry from worn, modified, or undocumented assets and converting that data into engineered models and drawings suitable for fabrication and installation.
This removes reliance on:
- Missing or outdated drawings
- OEM data that no longer reflects site reality
- Assumptions made during manual measurement
- “Best guess” modelling during shutdowns
Managing Director Insight
“Reverse engineering isn’t about copying what you see — it’s about understanding how an asset actually works, how it’s worn, and how it needs to fit during a shutdown. We use 3D scanning to capture reality, but it’s engineering judgement that turns that data into something that can be fabricated and installed with confidence.”
— Anthony Hamilton, Managing Director, Hamilton By Design
What We Reverse Engineer
From our Sydney engineering base, we support NSW and remote operations with reverse engineering of:
- Conveyor components (pulleys, frames, guards, transfer assemblies)
- CHPP plant equipment (chutes, hoppers, screens, wear liners)
- Worn or damaged components requiring like-for-like replacement
- Obsolete or unsupported OEM parts
- Structural steel components and assemblies
- Machined components and housings
These are typically assets that cannot be easily re-measured, are already worn or distorted, or must be replaced accurately within tight shutdown windows.
Engineering-Grade Accuracy for Shutdown-Critical Fit-Up
Our reverse engineering approach is designed for shutdown-critical fit-up, not visual modelling.
We emphasise:
- Engineering-grade LiDAR suitable for fit-for-purpose replacement parts
- Accuracy verified through engineering judgement, not just point clouds
- Manual verification of critical interfaces where required
- Deliverables suitable for fabrication and installation
Our work is engineering-grade and defensible—not survey-grade, but appropriate for mechanical and structural replacement in operating plant environments.
Reverse Engineering as an Engineering Process
We treat reverse engineering as a full engineering process, with 3D scanning as one input—not the answer by itself.
Our typical workflow includes:
3D LiDAR scanning → point-cloud review → engineered 3D modelling → design intent definition → drawings and fabrication documentation
Where required, this process may also include:
- Mechanical or structural checks
- Fit-for-purpose assessment
- Review of wear patterns and failure modes
This ensures replacement components are designed to work, not simply copied.
Engineering Ownership, Accountability & Risk Management
Reverse engineering carries real risk, particularly during shutdowns.
Our approach includes:
- Engineering sign-off and accountability
- Clear documentation of assumptions and limitations
- Fit-for-purpose design intent (not blind replication)
- Engineering judgement aligned with Australian Standards
- Lessons learned from real shutdowns and replacement projects
Our documentation is suitable for internal reviews, audits, and compliance checks.
Our clients:
Sydney Engineering Hub Supporting NSW & Remote Sites
We operate with Sydney as our engineering base, supporting:
- NSW industrial and mining operations
- CHPP plants and bulk materials facilities
- Remote sites supported from NSW
- Fabricators and manufacturers requiring accurate reverse-engineered data
This model combines local engineering accountability with support for geographically dispersed assets.
Designed for Maintenance, Reliability & Project Engineers
This service is ideal for:
- Maintenance and reliability engineers managing ageing assets
- Project engineers planning shutdown replacements
- Manufacturers reproducing legacy components
- Asset owners dealing with undocumented modifications
- CHPP operators requiring like-for-like replacement
We work collaboratively with your teams and fabricators, focusing on getting it right the first time.
Talk to Us About Reverse Engineering 3D Scanning in Sydney
If you’re dealing with missing drawings, obsolete parts, or shutdown-critical replacements, we’d welcome the opportunity to help.
Submit an enquiry via our contact form