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MCAA's Wall Evaluator: The Future of Masonry Training and Assessment

Words: Jeff Buczkiewicz, Jason Blake, Dan Kamys, Jordan Van Leeuwen MCAA's Wall Evaluator

A Standardized, Objective, and Deeply Insightful Assessment

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) Wall Evaluator is a complete hardware and software kit that provides a standardized, objective, and deeply insightful assessment of masonry work. It moves beyond the limitations of traditional, subjective evaluation methods to offer a data-driven solution that is transforming vocational education, workforce development, and competitive events.

How the Technology Works: A Step-by-Step Breakdown

Step 1: Creating the Digital Mesh with the 3D Scanner

The process begins with the Einstar Handheld 3D Scanner Pro, the key to creating a "digital twin" of the physical wall. The scanner uses Infrared VCSEL structured light, projecting a safe, invisible pattern onto the wall's surface. A high-resolution camera captures the distorted pattern, creating a dense "point cloud" that is then used to build a highly detailed and dimensionally accurate 3D model, or "digital mesh."

An instructor demonstrates the scanning process, moving the handheld scanner steadily across the project to capture a complete and accurate 3D mesh.

An instructor using a 3D scanner on a masonry wall.

Step 2: Evaluating the Scan with AR Glasses and Software

Once the mesh is created, the analysis begins. The user interacts with the software through the Rokid Air AR Glasses. The AR glasses function as a wearable, private monitor, projecting a massive, high-definition virtual screen.

Instead of looking down at a small laptop screen, the user can look straight ahead and see the Wall Evaluator software interface. This allows them to easily compare the physical wall with its digital twin and the analysis results, creating a truly interactive and heads-up experience.

The software, running on the computer, performs the actual evaluation by comparing the newly created mesh against the pre-loaded digital rubric.

A person wearing AR glasses with a virtual screen in their field of view.

The Full, Integrated System

The power of the kit is its portability and synergy. The scanner captures the real world. The laptop computer, secured in the backpack and powered by the battery pack, acts as the brain. The AR glasses act as the eyes, providing a clear and mobile window into the digital analysis. This self-contained kit can be deployed anywhere with no need for external power or internet, making it a truly versatile tool.

The MCAA Wall Evaluator Kit: An Affordable, High-Impact Investment

Component Estimated Cost Purpose
Einstar Handheld 3D Scanner Pro $699.00 Captures the high-resolution 3D data to create the digital mesh.
Laptop Computer $700.00 Runs the Wall Evaluator software and processes the 3D scan data.
Rokid Air AR Glasses $150.00 Provides a wearable, large-screen display for software interaction.
Portable Battery Pack $50.00 Powers the laptop and scanner for true mobility on any site.
Custom Backpack $25.00 Houses all components for easy transport and hands-free operation.
Total Hardware Cost $1,624.00 A complete, portable 3D analysis and training system.

This investment provides a reusable, long-term asset that can train and evaluate countless students, offering significant savings compared to the ongoing costs of specialized instructor time or travel for assessments.

A Transformative Tool for Diverse Educational Environments

For the Modern Student

The kit empowers students to take control of their learning through self-paced, iterative practice and immediate, objective feedback.

For Correctional Facilities and Re-entry Programs

The kit's offline, self-contained nature makes it a perfect fit for secure environments. It provides inmates with verifiable, industry-standard skills that are critical for successful re-entry and employment, directly addressing the goal of reducing recidivism through meaningful vocational training.

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