Projection mapping

What is projection mapping?

What if you could bring even the most irregularly shaped objects to life? Projection mapping is a 3D video projection technique using light and colors to project virtual images on irregular shapes and non-flat surfaces like industrial sites, public buildings, city landmarks... Turning common objects into dynamic attention grabbing stages.

It's technological magic - magical technology.

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https://assets.barco.com/transform/12c7c839-a315-4bbb-876f-ead44ec6f593/80000ton-silo-warehouse-4-png?io=transform:fit,width:480 Projection mapping on industrial building with Barco UDX projectors

Projection mapping: a visual feast

Everything is a blank canvas. With projection mapping projectors you can make anything completely change color, texture and shape. Through the artistic play with light, projection mapping can create the optical illusion of movement on any display surface.

It is a visual feast, a new kind of fireworks, an extraordinary form of entertainment with an enormous wow factor. It gives you the unique opportunity to attract and immerse large crowds with captivating shows and inspiring spectacles.

On the streets or inside, for big or small projects, permanent setups or temporary events… Bring your story to life with projected images in the most dynamic way and create memorable experiences.

Why 3D projection mappings?

Projection mapping at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris in France

Projection mapping technology

From design to stage, when each part of the chain supports the others, it will lift your video mapping to the next level. Only the right projection technology can do justice to your specifically designed content and projection mapping software.

Barco has an impressive track record with 3D mappings all around the world. From the Hooverdam, to the Champs-Elysées and the Sydney Opera House. We know how to enable your creativity. No set-up is too complex, no idea too ambitious.

Let your creativity run free with a wide range of video projectors and processing equipment that excels in flexibility. Rely on Barco solutions and there will be no limitations, only realizations of your imagination!

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Barco projector in rental frame for Ouchhh Studio’s epic Wisdom of AI Light exhibition at the Illuminate Adelaide 2022

Projection mapping projectors

Our projection mapping projectors come in a wide range of brightness and resolutions. Thanks to the incredible color accuracy of their projection lasers, they are able to cover varying surfaces, from red bricks to shiny metallics. And their rugged design is the ideal solution for outdoor events.

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Presentation switchers for 3D mappings

Our presentation switchers are the most advanced video processing and presentation control systems on the market today. They enable the perfect mix of virtual images with the physical world with zero-stress edge blending and image warping.

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Projection mapping services

The show must go on! Our Barco Enable - Protect - Optimize packages offer a total modular service solution guaranteeing worry-free outcomes for all parties involved.

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Useful projection mapping tools by Barco.

Barco Pulse

There's a world of powerful Barco projector firmware and software apps to achieve unmatched performances with optimized output quality and simplified workflows.

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Kortrijk Club of the Future projection mappings in industrial hall transformed into immersive dance floor

Barco lens calculator

Ultra-short throw, high-contrast or high-brightness. Find the lens for your projection mapping projectors in just a few clicks with the Barco lens calculator app.

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Projection mapping

What is projection mapping?

Projection mapping: a visual feast

Why 3D projection mappings?

Live events

Museums

Theme parks

Cities