When manufacturers in the aircraft industry construct jet engines for civil and military aircrafts, they must move a great number of parts and tools from the tooling center to the assembly line, in another building, on a daily basis.
See the articleAll kind of pipelines have to be checked on a regular basis for corrosion and mechanical damages. These tasks are often performed by service providers such as the Irish company IPEC Inspection Ltd. which was founded in 1973.
See the articleMany manufacturers in the aerospace, transportation and power generation industry, such as Austrian manufacturer ANDRITZ, require carrying out quality control inspections on large parts that can measure anywhere from 2 to 10 metres—and even bigger.
See the articleIn the Australian and New Zealand automotive aftermarket, Ryco Filters needs no introduction. This iconic brand, which got its start in 1936, has an impressive reputation of designing and testing innovative filter solutions that are specified by global OEMs.
See the articleWinter sports enthusiasts are certainly already familiar with it. After all, it is hard to imagine any winter sports field without the red PistenBully from Kässbohrer, which ensures that slopes and cross-country ski trails are safe to traverse.
See the articleThe story of how 3D scanning has helped CageKits to develop a better design process that leads to better structural benefits for the customers
See the articleHarley-Davidson Fans are certainly familiar with Thunderbike. Founded in 1985, the company from Hamminkeln in the Lower Rhine region specializes in the retrofitting of Harley-Davidson motorcycles (custom bikes) and operates a roadhouse on its premises, which has become the place to be for Harley fans in Germany.
See the articleAftermarket: 3D scanning as a preliminary step in the production of prototypes and samples of accessories for custom bikes ABM Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH has been developing high-quality accessories for motorcycles of…
See the articleMonchiero invests in a Go!SCAN 3D scanner and VXelements 3D scanning software for dimensional inspections on fruit harvesting machines.
See the articleUsing 3D scanners has been a common practice in the field of cultural heritage protection. Lone sculptures, sculptural groups, and building ornaments can be revived effectively with the help of this technology. Although 3D scanners have primarily been developed for metrology needs, today’s engineers are not surprised when they are required to work beyond this field.
See the articleHydro Safety was commissioned by a power plant operator to provide assessments of the remaining service life of the power plant infrastructure.
See the articleIn 2021, Mumberg Engineering GmbH acquired the HandySCAN 3DǀBLACK Series and the Pipecheck software measure pipes degradation and pipe wall thicknesses.
See the articleHydro Safety uses HandySCAN 3D scanner and Pipecheck software to provide assessments of the remaining service life of a 100-year old penstock.
See the articleABM Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH uses HandySCAN and VXelements to develop high-quality accessories for motorcycles with passion for over 30 years.
See the articleThe story of how 3D scanning helped a drift master to design a unique mechanism that enabled him to go back on the track and drift again.
See the articleSteelte uses the HandySCAN to make functional changes to existing products to create an optimized safe bait distribution system for rodents.
See the articleObtaining suitable parts for the restoration of their vehicles is sometimes a challenge for fans of vintage cars. Enters 3D scanning.
See the articlePerforming bad inspections and delivering defective parts are scenarios that manufacturing companies want to avoid imperatively.
See the articleThe differences between quality control, quality assurance and quality management systems. Get all the details on how quality concepts apply to manufacturers.
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See the articleIn today’s hypercompetitive market, manufacturing companies face a multitude of challenges on their production lines. Many of those are connected to the quality control process, which aims to ensure the quality of the products being manufactured and sent out to the clients.
See the articleA guide through the differences between the HandySCAN 3D | BLACK and SILVER Series, and the Go!SCAN SPARK 3D Scanners, to get a better idea of which 3D scanner is the best choice for your needs and applications.
See the articleIn today’s automotive industry, just-in-time and automated manufacturing workflows require exceptionally high levels of precision, repeatability and traceability. Car manufacturers, which work with parts assemblies from a vast array of different suppliers, need innovative solutions to ensure that components fit together optimally and guarantee their performance.
See the articleReverse engineering is the process that identifies a physical object’s properties by performing a comprehensive analysis of its structure, functions and operations. Measurements of the object’s full surface geometry are taken, either manually or with various 3D measurement technologies, to create a 3D digital representation of the object.
See the articleDrag racing, museology/archeology, veterinary anatomy and mountain bike relied on 3D scanning to meet with their goals in a more efficient manner.
See the articleHarley-Davidson Fans are certainly familiar with Thunderbike. Founded in 1985, the company from Hamminkeln in the Lower Rhine region specializes in the retrofitting of Harley-Davidson motorcycles (custom bikes) and operates a roadhouse on its premises, which has become the place to be for Harley fans in Germany.
See the articleThe design team for the New York Yacht Club’s American Magic is continuing to drive innovations with the HandySCAN 3D, MaxSHOT 3D, MetraSCAN 3D and HandyPROBE CMM.
See the articleLuge, which is the French word for racing sled, is considered by many to be an extreme sport. It involves athletes lying down on their backs on a tiny sled…
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See the articleProf. Dr.-Ing. Norbert Babel, HaW Landshut The laboratory for additive manufacturing (LaF) at Landshut University, deals with the process of reverse engineering headed by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Norbert Babel. This includes…
See the articleCreation of fixed beds with Creaform’s 3D scanner for CAD comparisons and the improvement of analysis and simulation methods The Fixed Bed Reactor (FBR) is the most frequently used type…
See the article3D measurement is a metrology process that uses different types of 3D measurement tools, such as 3D scanners, to collect 3D data from physical objects, such as their shapes, textures,…
See the articleCompanies who are looking for improvements and evolution of their product may have to reach out to external expertise. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to ship products, no matter…
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See the articleMore and more manufacturers are adopting automated quality control systems in order to detect issues before it is too late or to reduce quality control costs. Automated quality control systems also enhance overall product quality, increase throughput, mitigate obsolete and cumbersome manual inspections, and improve competitiveness.
See the articleScanning tools for subsequent surface comparison against CAD Incoming goods inspection is generally a tried and tested means of quality assurance for checking the quality of delivered parts for…
See the articleRobert Longo, an American contemporary artist of worldwide renown, raises awareness of American gun violence through impressive pieces of art. He created the poignant sculpture “Death Star II” which was…
See the articleUS Department of Defense Uses 3D Measurement to Solve Maintenance Challenges The United States military sector is faced with a host of technical challenges when it comes to maintenance, repair…
See the articleHow to guarantee that manufactured parts correspond to the production requirements? At the beginning of a manufacturing process, a mold, die, or jig is engineered according to the theoretical CAD…
See the article3D Scanning and Reverse Engineering as Your Best Solutions The automotive sector relies on a multitude of manufacturing industries. Hot stamping (i.e., hot forming or press hardening) is one of…
See the articleThe optimization of manufacturing processes has become a priority for the vast majority of the automotive and aerospace industries. The parts designed, developed, and produced today are becoming more complex,…
See the articleDigitization and robotics for flexible manufacturing and individualization Creative Robotics (CR), a research unit within the University for Art and Design Linz, Austria, study robotics as an interface between the…
See the articleArchaeologists have the delicate task of preserving cultural heritage and furthering their knowledge about history. They need to get information about past construction methods and product usage. In the summer…
See the articleBombardier relies on Creaform as its measurement technology service provider Companies rely on their suppliers to create and deliver custom-made parts. If these deviate from the specified dimensions, significant…
See the articleExplore 3D measurements and various 3D metrology systems Metrology, including 3D measurement technologies and 3D scanners, is taking the manufacturing, NDT, quality control and educational sectors by storm. For example,…
See the articleHow the new MetraSCAN BLACK optical CMM 3D scanner will change the game Whether in the aerospace, transportation, tooling, foundry or casting industries, manufacturers of supplier parts or complete products are increasingly encountering stringent…
See the articleAs 3D printing becomes more and more sophisticated, engineers and designers are increasingly relying on the technology to shrink their product development processes, quickly iterate new concepts, test prototypes, optimize…
See the articleM.D.C. DESIGN srl is a young, dynamic company that firmly believes in sharing individual experience with the entire group, and developing the highest quality standards in design and production….
See the articlePinkbike, the world’s largest mountain bike community and a first reference in mountain bike, called upon the services of Creaform, who teamed up to undertake a suspension analysis journey for…
See the articleIn collaboration with Carboni and Metalli, Bercella is creating an innovative motorcycle using composite components and the HandySCAN 3D Many companies in Italy were born, thanks to the dreams and…
See the articleCompanies rely on their suppliers to create and deliver custom-made parts. If these deviate from the specified dimensions, significant problems arise during assembly. Companies therefore often subject the components they…
See the articleHyperganic, a company based in Munich, Germany, develops a software platform that uses artificial intelligence for the advanced design and engineering of highly complex components, structures and entire machines. Using…
See the articleWith the global COVID-19 pandemic upending industries around the world, a growing number of manufacturers, product designers and 3D scanning/3D printing service providers are stepping up to the plate to…
See the article“After we had tested several systems in complex procedures, we opted for the HandySCAN 3D scanner based on our decision criteria. We still feel reassured in our choice today.” …
See the articleLufthansa Technik AG (LHT) is a provider of MRO (maintenance, repair and overhaul) services for aircraft and has 50 locations worldwide. LHT is wholly owned by Deutsche Lufthansa AG and…
See the articleDigitization and robotics for flexible manufacturing and individualization Creative Robotics (CR), a research unit within the University for Art and Design Linz, Austria, study robotics as an interface between the…
See the articleThe oil and gas industry is facing mounting and constant pressure from governments, regulatory bodies, environmental groups and citizens alike as concerns rise about the safety of both new and…
See the articleThe Chair for Aerospace Systems is an integrating chair dealing with the aircraft in its entirety and the integration within civil and/or military aviation. In addition to civil and military…
See the articleSpeed: competitive advantage, object of desire, or strategic focus? The motorbike industry—just like the auto industry—is a typical sector of interest for 3D scanning applications. KTM Motorsports expertly employed metrology instruments and inspection software to look further into their product improvement process.
See the articleDigitization and robotics for flexible manufacturing and individualization Creative Robotics (CR), a research unit within the University for Art and Design Linz, Austria, study robotics as an interface between the…
See the articleM.D.C. DESIGN srl is a young, dynamic company that firmly believes in sharing individual experience with the entire group, and developing the highest quality standards in design and production….
See the articleThe electrification of vehicles has gotten a lot of ink and airtime over the past few years as a compelling alternative to traditional fuel-powered cars and trucks. But did you…
See the articleHere’s something that will make you wish you were back in college: the Makerspace, a Design and Innovation Lab at the College of Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Launched…
See the articleFiberline A/S, a Danish family owned company founded by Henrik and Dorthe Thorning in 1979, is today a world-leading producer of glass- and carbon-fiber profiles. Its head office and…
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See the articleSEMA Show 2019 is coming soon, and Creaform team could not be more excited to be back! Year after year, businesses, and enthusiasts from the automotive aftermarket industry gather in…
See the articleOver the years, Creaform has worked with many global customers to leverage the tremendous potential of portable 3D measurement solutions to address a wide spectrum of product development challenges and…
See the articleAs manufacturers transition towards Industry 4.0 in order to speed up production cycles and accelerate their time to market, they nevertheless continue to face many challenges, particularly with respect to…
See the articleThe accurate measurement of individual components (including entire installations) forms the basis for the reliable inspection and repair of large fans. The quicker and easier the measurement phase is to…
See the articleR-Lab is a digital fabrication center that helps craftsmen, artists, designers, and architects who would like to have a flexible, quick and affordable solution of fabricating their models, prototypes and small series of products. The goal is to help…
See the articleIf you speak to anybody from the world of motorsport about engines and transmissions, there is one name that is immediately associated with casting design and rapid prototyping – Grainger…
See the articleBabcock is trusted to deliver—and trusts Creaform’s easy-to-use scanning technology to carry out quality control workflows for its manufactured parts. With more than 125 years’ experience, Babcock is one of…
See the articleAftermarket industries are facing numerous challenges in 2019. Many disruptors, including shifting competition, channel digitalization, and increasing quality and compliance requirements, are forcing aftermarket industries to address these challenges with…
See the articleIn today’s hypercompetitive marketplace, where rivals are global, technology evolving at a rapid-fire pace and customers more intransigent than ever before when it comes to quality and performance, manufacturers are…
See the articleCipax is a European-based company that specializes in developing, manufacturing and selling products and systems using rotational molding and eco-friendly materials. Rotational molding is a cost-effective means to produce low-volume…
See the articleACE Technology was founded in 2004 in the UK, with a mission to offer best-in-class composite material manufacturing services. The first industry it served was motorsports, a demanding sector that…
See the articleRestoration and History From January to the end of October 2018, the Old Town Astronomical Clock in Prague underwent a restoration project. The goal of the restoration work was…
See the article3D Scanning Anywhere is back for the last experiment of the year! After proving the HandySCAN 3D won’t lose any of its accuracy wherever it’s being used on the ground, Simon decided…
See the articleCAD software are key elements for companies’ product lifecycle management to shorten time to market, get better product quality, and lower cost. Without them, product development would be a lot…
See the articleAll industries need to think ahead and build better products as fast as possible. On the other hand, they have to make sure the components are in compliance with the…
See the articleToday’s pipeline owners in the oil and gas industry are under a lot of pressure to deliver. Not only must they respond to governmental regulations and advocacy groups about the…
See the articleNow, more than ever before, technicians and project managers who work for NDT service companies in the oil and gas industry are facing unprecedented challenges as they work with pipeline…
See the articleTraditionally, smaller NDT service companies had a hard time playing in the big leagues with major NDT inspection firms and even a few pipeline owners. This was not because they…
See the articleNDT inspection companies are facing mounting pressure from both sides of the pipeline management spectrum. On the one hand, regulatory authorities and advocacy groups are demanding that pipelines be thoroughly…
See the articleDo you work for an NDT service company or pipeline owner and are in charge of all NDT for a large-scale pipeline? Have you considered using Creaform’s Pipecheck NDT and…
See the articleCMS Cepcor® Ltd. based in Coalville, UK, is Europe’s largest aftermarket manufacturer and supplier of premium quality crusher, screen, and asphalt plant spare parts. The company provides products and services to…
See the articleCzech leading supplier Šmeral, specialized in the production of forming machines and their modernization and overhauling, relies on Creaform 3D scanner and can now realize complex shape measurement much faster…
See the articleCreaform ACADEMIA, Creaform’s latest educational solution suite, has been designed with forward-thinking engineering professors in mind who want to incorporate the latest innovations in and approaches of metrology within their…
See the articleCreaform’s new educational solution suite, Creaform ACADEMIA, has just recently launched and engineering professors are stoked about the possibility of using the free teaching kit, which is included in the…
See the articleA fascinating must-see for anyone who’s ever been interested in the making of complex, highly-sensitive systems: Safran, the French world leader in aerospace landing gear systems, just released a video titled…
See the articleAfter taking our 3D scanner out of the lab to hit the slopes and prove its accuracy, we are back with an exciting and brand-new experiment! We took the HandySCAN…
See the articleEngineering professors, now more than ever before, are facing mounting pressure to adapt and even revamp their curricula. The reason? Thanks to new technologies and approaches, such as metrology and…
See the articleEngineering professors, now more than ever before, are facing mounting pressure to adapt and even revamp their curricula. The reason? Thanks to new technologies and approaches, such as metrology and…
See the articleEngineering professors, now more than ever before, are facing mounting pressure to adapt and even revamp their curricula. The reason? Thanks to new technologies and approaches, such as metrology and…
See the articleEngineering professors, now more than ever before, are facing mounting pressure to adapt and even revamp their curricula. The reason? Thanks to new technologies and approaches, such as metrology and…
See the articleEngineering professors, now more than ever before, are facing mounting pressure to adapt and even revamp their curricula. The reason? Thanks to new technologies and approaches, such as metrology and…
See the articleEngineering professors, now more than ever before, are facing mounting pressure to adapt and even revamp their curricula. The reason? Thanks to new technologies and approaches, such as metrology and…
See the articleEngineering professors, now more than ever before, are facing mounting pressure to adapt and even revamp their curricula. The reason? Thanks to new technologies and approaches, such as metrology and…
See the articleEngineering professors, now more than ever before, are facing mounting pressure to adapt and even revamp their curricula. The reason? Thanks to new technologies and approaches, such as metrology and…
See the articleEngineering professors, now more than ever before, are facing mounting pressure to adapt and even revamp their curricula. The reason? Thanks to new technologies and approaches, such as metrology and…
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