The Pros and Cons of Different Kitchen Worktop Templating Systems

Finding the perfect measurement tool for your business.

When you invest in a measurement tool for your business, you need a product that delivers both accuracy and efficiency. As tooling experts, at Stonegate we know why choosing the right tool can make all the difference in your workflow and project outcomes. You want to ensure that every measurement is precise, and the process is seamless, giving you peace of mind knowing you are making the right investment for your business.

You have options but finding the best laser measurement tool can be daunting. You need a templating system that not only meets but exceeds your expectations, offering unparalleled precision, ease of use, and seamless integration with your existing systems. This is where the Flexijet 3D stands out. Designed for the stone industry, the software and hardware for Flexijet has been developed since 2006, making it a go-to digital templating system for other industries such as construction, glass, wood and more. Flexijet combines cutting-edge technology with user-friendly features to provide a measurement solution that truly elevates your business operations.

Join us as we explore the features of the Flexijet 3D, alongside those of alternatives such as the Proliner, Leica Disto and LT-2D3D to help you identify the system that best suits your needs and make an informed decision for your business. Whether you’re in construction, design, or manufacturing, using the right templating system vital to ensure you deliver the perfect combination of accuracy and efficiency.

Comparing Flexijet 3D vs Proliner, Leica, and LT-2D3D measurement tools.

Introduction to the Alternatives [Source Credit: reddit.com]

• Prodim Proliner: known for its wire-based measurement technology. Proliner is praised for its accuracy and reliability.
• Leica 3D Disto: is renowned for its high-speed laser scanning and HDR imagery capabilities.
• LT-2D3D: offers quick, accurate laser templating solutions.

“Proliner is good. It’s reliable, and good and accurate. But, Flexijet 3D is the way of the future. Extremely accurate, and so much more versatile. Can do so much more, and less maintenance, better software, etc. And it saves a picture of every point you measure.”  [Source Credit: reddit.com]

Feature Comparison

Flexijet 3D: Laser Measurement Tool

• Precision: Measures with millimetre precision, capturing every detail accurately.
• CAD Integration: Directly integrates with CAD software, creating 3D models on-site.
• Versatility: Suitable for various applications, from staircase to countertops to shower rooms.
• Ease of Use: User-friendly interface with intuitive cutting-edge software.
• Portability: Lightweight and easy to set up, making it ideal for different job sites.

Proliner: Wire Based Technology

• Accuracy: Highly accurate with wire-based technology.
• Speed: Faster measurement process compared to some laser systems.
• Durability: Reliable and durable, suitable for various environments.
• Limitations: Less flexible/versatile in capturing complex 3D shapes compared to Flexijet.

Leica 3D Disto: Laser Scanning

• Scan Speed: Scans at two million points per second, capturing detailed HDR images.
• High Resolution: Provides high-resolution scans with true HDR imagery.
• Complexity: Requires more post-processing compared to Flexijet.

LT-2D3D Laser Templator

• Basic Functionality: Provides essential laser templating features.
• Speed: Enables quick conversion to CAD drawings, to speed up estimating
• Versatile: measure walls from a distance without any adaptors needed

Why Choose Flexijet 3D?

Superior Accuracy and Precision

Flexijet 3D offers unmatched precision with millimetre accuracy, ensuring every measurement is right first time.

Integrated CAD Capabilities

With Integrated CAD Software you can create 3D models on-site in real time without the need for extensive post-processing saving you time, reduces sites visits, transposed digital and errors are a thing of the past!

Versatility and Ease of Use

The Flexijet 3D was designed, and has been developed over a number of years, for a wide range of applications. This means it is perfect for anything from simple worktop measurements to complex architectural details, so whether you are a self-employed templater or sub-contractor, or you are working for a larger design studio it is perfect for you. Its user-friendly interface makes it accessible to both beginners and professionals, but Stonegate offer full integrated on-boarding, training and aftercare support, from a dedicated Flexijet specialist.

Portability and Convenience

Lightweight and easy to transport, Flexijet 3D can be used in various environments, making it a versatile tool for any job site. And, only requires a single operator!

Advantages of Flexijet the next generation in digital templating:

• Measure cabinet levels without a line laser, no need for scaffolding or ladders!
• Long range and easy relocation, no need to be stood by the machine with remote control laser.
• 360⁰ measurements, vertical and horizontal, out-of-square, outages, slopes, and sizes, effortlessly measure complex angles and shapes.
• Instant area and space calculation, verify in real-time on the job site.
• Measure in 2D, see in 3D, record and project millimetre-accurate CAD drawings with exact angles and curves.
• Flexijet saves a picture of every measured point, giving you total recall and accountability for every measurement.
• Compatible for all CNC machines.
• Automatic levelling software will auto level the device, the integrated shock sensor warns you of any accidental movement of the device thus ensuring the integrity of your measurement data.
• Inaccurate measurements, forgotten dimensions or transmission errors are a thing of the past.
• 24/7 support and unrivalled service. We hold loaner lasers in stock, which can be shipped out next day delivery, ensuring no down time on your jobs.

If you’d like to read more about the Flexijet 3D digital laser templating device, and how it can revolutionise your processes, click on this link: https://stonegatetooling.com/flexijet/ for a wealth of resources, downloads, finance options, pricing, features and benefits, and videos.

Flexijet Reviews: our customers tell us why they choose Flexijet

Plan It Stone: “Tripod is sturdy, 3D model is easy, you can remotely do it by yourself, accuracy of the machine is brilliant. I have done about 400 jobs now and we haven’t had any refits or any issues. We have recently just done a bathroom where there was just a toilet and a sink there was only just room for the laser it’s just perfect for that 360⁰ movement so I can get all the way round the room. The biggest job I’ve done recently is a floating staircase where I have had to get the top tread, the two sides and the end plus the bottom in one continuous hit quote tricky but with the remote control on your phone it’s so much easier, you don’t need anyone. Stonegate service has been immense, it’s probably the easiest laser I’ve used.”

Adam Yavuzel: “What used to take me 3 days of drafting time took me 2 or 3 hours, the Flexijet team were there to help me through the process. The Flexijet is an amazing scanning device, and it gives you so much information but it’s the editing software that’s truly valuable and unique.”

Chris Graye, Graye’s Granite Inc: “The accuracy of all my jobs, everything is on point from the minters, the full high splashes, the constantly new features, the warranty, the cool controller when I’m in tight spots and I don’t have to move on a boat, the engineering of the software is the best.”

Matthias Elbracht, Master Carpenter, Lecturer & Author : “When measuring with Flexijet 3D, I really like using the ‘Automatic Series of Measurements’. This gives me exact contours of the conditions on site in no time at all. This is an enormous help, especially with pitched roofs. Templates are no longer necessary. I can convert the contours into 3D components in CAD and send them directly to my CNC machine. This makes it possible to even produce fitting and skirting boards on the store floor.”

Johannes Wortmann, Balve “Without the precision and workflow of our Flexijet, the conversion would not have been economic. We would not have accepted this job without Flexijet.”

Want to see Flexijet at work?

You can book in a day to check it out at Stonegate House, or we’ll arrange a demo at a site of your choice, so you can see the laser in action. Because of the remote capabilities of the Flexijet, we can also dial into your device live on-site to help with trickier measurements or to provide advanced support.

Get in touch on +44(0)1482 620400, email [email protected], or WhatsApp message +44(0)7457 406562 and we’re here to help.