TOPOGRAPHIC MODELS

Topographic models are used by the resort / real estate sector and the natural resource sector to portray their development projects.

Architects use topographic models as bases for architectural and context models.

Topographic models can also feature in visitor orientation centers for parks and recreation reserves.

Topographic cutting machine

Foam Topography

Pro Modelbuilders offers a process for the machining three dimensional contoured surfaces quickly and easily and at any scale. Twenty-five years of experience goes into the production of topographic models for our clients.

Topographic models communicate and inform in a visually focused manner where other media choices may not be as effective

This type of model is machined from high-density foam blocks. The cost of contouring a surface depends on map preparation and cutting time, which varies with the product size and complexity. Our process is most efficient when the information is contour mapped at the same scale as the model. However, we can plot, interpolate, modify and enlarge or reduce maps as necessary.

After the contours have been cut, the model can be painted monocolor or airbrushed with naturalistic colour to represent actual topography, ie green for the lower elevations, grey and white for rock and snow at higher elevations.

For design models, we can cut contours into white bead foam at significant cost savings as compared to our urethane foam. Contact us for more information.

For examples of topographic models go to our gallery/portfolio. Pro Modelbuilders will be glad to provide a quote with no obligation, based on a map and a description of your requirements.