Matterport UK appoints Manchester Metrology as reseller

Manchester Metrology is now offering cutting-edge digital twin technology from Matterport to UK businesses across a wide range of industries. Matterport’s innovative reality capture solutions allow companies to create precise interactive 3-D models of physical spaces, revolutionising the way industries manage their environments with impressive accuracy and detail.

A standout application of this technology is the creation of digital twins for manufacturing production floors. These highly detailed interactive 3-D models offer businesses an unprecedented level of control over their production environments, enabling analysis and optimisation without the need for a physical on-site presence. By digitally capturing the whole of a production facility with Matterport’s Pro3 camera, companies can map out machinery, workflows and critical space dimensions, allowing engineers and managers to remotely conduct inspections, perform equipment layout adjustments and identify potential inefficiencies.

Key benefits of digital twins in manufacturing
Remote Visits and Inspection — Businesses no longer need to rely solely on on-site visits. A digital twin provides access to a fully interactive and detailed model of the facility, allowing remote teams to assess workflows and conditions from anywhere in the world.

Improved Collaboration — Digital twins enable teams across different locations to collaborate seamlessly on facility planning, maintenance and process optimisation. Teams can share data, discuss changes and make informed decisions by viewing the same virtual model, reducing the chance of miscommunication or errors.

Optimised Space Utilisation — With an accurate 3-D model of the production floor, businesses can easily plan and implement changes to equipment layout or workflow. This optimisation can lead to improved operational efficiency, reduced bottlenecks and more effective use of space.

Cost and Time Savings — One of the biggest advantages is the significant reduction in time and costs associated with site visits. Frequent travel for inspections or project planning becomes unnecessary, as stakeholders can explore the virtual environment as if they were physically present.

Training and Simulation — A digital twin can also serve as an advanced training tool. Employees can familiarise themselves with the production floor, equipment and processes through the virtual model before stepping foot on-site, improving their readiness and reducing the learning curve.

Pro3 camera - ideal for manufacturing environments
Matterport’s Pro3 camera is a key enabler of this technology, offering high-performance 3-D capture with a custom 20-megapixel sensor and advanced LiDAR capabilities. Its ability to operate in a variety of lighting conditions and cover a range of up to 100m makes it particularly well-suited for large complex environments like manufacturing facilities. Whether capturing indoor machinery layouts or outdoor logistics spaces, the Pro3 delivers an immersive digital twin experience that is both comprehensive and accurate.

For manufacturing businesses, the Pro3 camera significantly reduces the time and costs associated with on-site visits. Its ability to create detailed interactive models enables efficient space planning, operational assessments and safety evaluations—all while improving communication between teams and external partners.

Manchester Metrology says: “With Matterport’s digital twins, businesses can step into the future of manufacturing, where physical space becomes a manageable interactive and data-rich environment that enhances every aspect of production operations.”