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3D scanning and sailing heritage: Restoring two shipwrecks in Croatia

ViaKornel is a Croatian-based team of engineers and 3D modelling specialists that have spent years documenting, carrying out 3D visualizations and participating in historical reconstructions of many different types of artefacts and vessels.

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Go!SCAN SPARK helps BBI Autosport race to the clouds in the 2021 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

BBI Autosport recently took on the development of three Porsche race cars for the 99th Pikes Peak International Hillclimb, fondly known as the “Race to the Clouds” and one of the most reputed and arduous car racing events in the world.

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Using 3D scanning to detect auto part thermal deformations

Recently, Changchun Faurecia Xuyang Automotive Parts Technology R&D Co. was looking for an alternative to its conventional coordinate measurement machine (CMM) to acquire comprehensive thermal deformation data on auto parts.

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Inspection of Forged Components for Shape and Dimensional Accuracy

The Wilhelm Schulte-Wiese Gesenkschmiede GmbH & Co.KG (WSW) based in Plettenberg, has specialized in the production of drop forgings for more than 60 years and has been using Creaform’s HandySCAN 3D Scanner for quality control for some time.

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Behavioral measures for cable-driven parallel robots in the industrial environment

Recently, the Jules Verne Technological Research Institute (IRT) developed a new robot, belonging to the category of cable-driven parallel robots. The latter has been evaluated using Creaform technologies.

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How to Make Sure That Tools and Molds Build Perfect Parts

At the beginning of a manufacturing process, a mold, die, or jig is engineered according to the theoretical CAD model. The aim of this tooling, made precisely from the nominal model, is to produce parts that correspond to the technical requirements.

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Precision work for aircraft engine manufacturers

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.

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Adequate corrosion assessment on gas distribution pipelines

All 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.

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3 things to consider when purchasing metrology solutions to inspect large parts

Many 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.

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Ryco Filters: Getting the fit right the first time with Creaform 3D scanners

In 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.

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25% Less Setup and Measurement Time through Optical Metrology

Winter 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.

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Roll Cages: Armor for Drivers How CageKits uses 3D Scanning to Design Superior Products

The story of how 3D scanning has helped CageKits to develop a better design process that leads to better structural benefits for the customers

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From HandySCAN 3D to Harley Davidson Custom Bike

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From HandySCAN 3D to Harley Davidson Custom Bike

Harley-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.

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Top quality and striking design

Aftermarket: 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…

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3D dimensional inspections on fruit harvesting machines

Monchiero invests in a Go!SCAN 3D scanner and VXelements 3D scanning software for dimensional inspections on fruit harvesting machines.

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Heves-Halász-Mansion

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Preserving Historical Buildings Using 3D Scanning

Using 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.

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Recording and Evaluations of Corrosion Degradation Rates Using 3D Scanner and Pipecheck Software

Hydro Safety was commissioned by a power plant operator to provide assessments of the remaining service life of the power plant infrastructure.

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Leveraging 3D Measurement Technologies in Power Plants

In 2021, Mumberg Engineering GmbH acquired the HandySCAN 3DǀBLACK Series and the Pipecheck software measure pipes degradation and pipe wall thicknesses.

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Recording and Evaluations of Corrosion Degradation Rates Using 3D Scanner and Pipecheck Software

Hydro Safety uses HandySCAN 3D scanner and Pipecheck software to provide assessments of the remaining service life of a 100-year old penstock.

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Top quality and striking design

ABM Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH uses HandySCAN and VXelements to develop high-quality accessories for motorcycles with passion for over 30 years.

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Inspiring Story of a Unique Drift Car and its Drift Master

The 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.

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Functional optimization of mouse traps

Steelte uses the HandySCAN to make functional changes to existing products to create an optimized safe bait distribution system for rodents.

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Vintage Car Restoration: Data acquisition for the creation of replicas and spare parts

Obtaining suitable parts for the restoration of their vehicles is sometimes a challenge for fans of vintage cars. Enters 3D scanning.

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3D Measurement Systems: An Alternative Solution to Visual Inspection Systems for Inline Inspection in Smart Factories

Performing bad inspections and delivering defective parts are scenarios that manufacturing companies want to avoid imperatively.

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Demystifying the difference between quality control and quality assurance

The 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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What is a CMM? Everything you need to know about coordinate measuring machines and their types.

What is a coordinate measuring machine (CMM)? Find out what a CMM is, what types there are, and how CMM speed is critical for manufacturers’ quality systems.

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CMM Issues and How to Address Them Through Automated Quality Control

In 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.

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Go!SCAN SPARK versus HandySCAN 3D | SILVER and BLACK Series

A 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.

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3D scanning & metrology in the automotive industry (OEM)

In 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.

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3D Scanning vs. Traditional: Comparing CMM Accuracy in Automotive

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What is Reverse Engineering?

Reverse 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.

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Explore the uncommon possibilities that portable 3D measurements technologies open up – Part 1

Drag racing, museology/archeology, veterinary anatomy and mountain bike relied on 3D scanning to meet with their goals in a more efficient manner.

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From HandySCAN 3D to Harley Davidson Custom Bike

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From HandySCAN 3D to Harley Davidson Custom Bike

Harley-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.

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American Magic Update With Creaform 3D Scanners

The 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.

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3D Scanning Technology to Lead Top Athletes to Olympic Gold Medals

Luge, 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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Automated Quality Control: More Precise, More Productive

With the constant pressure put on the market, both from the customers and competitors, the need to increase speed, efficiency and productivity is pushing many transport and automotive companies to…

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Using Go!SCAN 3D Scanner for the Individualized Orthopetic Development in Medical Technology

Prof. 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…

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3D digitalization in the chemical and process industry

Creation 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…

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Creaform VXelements, 3D model of an automotive casting from a 3D scan shown on a CAD software

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What is 3D measurement and what does it mean for manufacturers?

3D 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,…

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Escaneo completo en 3D del pollo Exceldor

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With the Go!SCAN 3D you can get a 3D model… in less time than it takes a rooster to crow!

Companies 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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3D Measurement in Academia: What’s a Senior Portrait for Blind and Visually Impaired People?

We all enjoy the quirky quotes and the refined, harmonious aesthetics found in yearbooks. Have you ever thought of what it means for blind and visually impaired people not to…

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Automated Quality Control Systems

More 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.

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System supplier to the aviation sector uses 3D scanners for incoming goods inspection

  Scanning 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…

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Death star art by Robert Longo

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When art and digital fabrication co-create

  Robert 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…

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Army sergent 3D scans an aircraft structure at Air Force Base

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Military Measures of Effectiveness: 3D Meets DoD

US 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…

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How to make sure that tools and molds build perfect parts

How 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…

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Providing the Missing Link in Hot Stamping Rework

3D 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…

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Les compagnies manufacturières peuvent augmenter leur productivité avec la robotique.

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Robots are invited to quality control: How to tie in metrology with robotics?

The 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,…

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Creative robotics scanning project

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Academia 3D Scanner, an Educational Solution for Research Projects

Digitization 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…

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Digitization of a wooden shipwreck with Go!SCAN 3D

Archaeologists 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…

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Zug Bombardier_Copyright

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Conducting quality control of supplier parts using 3D scanners

  Bombardier 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…

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Deep dive into the world of 3D scanners and 3D measurement technologies

Explore 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,…

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MetraSCAN - numérisation de moules industriels

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The future of industrial quality control and assurance

How 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…

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Why industrial 3D scanners make sense for 3D printer projects in the product development process

As 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…

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Rapid, High-Precision Measurement of Templates and Gauges

  M.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….

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HandySCAN_3D scanning bike

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Suspension Matters: 3D Scanning Unlocks Mountain Bike Data

Pinkbike, 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…

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Full moto picture for 3D scanning Lunar project

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Inspection and design of composite parts in the automotive, aerospace, defense and railroad sectors

In 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…

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Zug Bombardier_Copyright

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Conducting quality control of supplier parts using 3D scanners

Companies 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…

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Leveraging 3D scanning, 3D printing and artificial intelligence in product development

Hyperganic, 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…

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Geopoint 3D scanning mask

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How can 3D measurement technologies be used to fight the global COVID-19 pandemic?

With 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…

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3D scanning live on computer

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Automotive Service Provider Relies on 3D Laser Scanners for the Measurement of Vehicle Components

“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.”  …

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Quality Control of Composites in the Aerospace industry

Lufthansa 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…

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Creative robotics scanning project

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Academia 3D Scanner, an Educational Solution for Research Projects

Digitization 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…

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Pipecheck_Pipeline_Integrity_Assessment

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3D measurement technologies: The new frontier in NDT solutions for pipeline integrity assessments

The 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…

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Flexible 3D Scanning in Research

The 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…

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Metrology as a Means for Motorbike Optimization

Speed: 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.

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Creative robotics scanning project

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Academia Scanner, an Educational Solution for Research Projects

Digitization 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…

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Rapid, High-Precision Measurement of Templates and Gauges

  M.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….

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Accelerating aircraft electrification with reverse engineering and 3d scanning

The 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…

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Students teaching 3d scanning to students: Welcome to the Makerspace!

Here’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…

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In-line 3D measurements of composite profile curvatures

  Fiberline 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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An insider’s peek into working with American Magic

There comes a time when a company gets to work on a project that promises to impact and inspire a whole new generation. A project that is likely to go…

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SEMA Show Polaris Slingshot Racetrack

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HandySCAN 3D: 3D Scanning Adrenaline Rush in A Polaris Slingshot

SEMA 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…

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American Magic Team monohull: the Mule

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American Magic: Creaform’s Latest Prestigious 3D Scanning Project

Over 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…

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Automate your quality control using in-line and at-line metrology solutions

As 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…

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Performing 3D Scan with the MetraSCAN 3D

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Always up to date: MetraSCAN 3D accelerates measurements and provides TLT-Turbo with accurate, reliable raw data for the production of spare parts

The 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…

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Hugo Drubay's installation called “Un Jardin d'Interieur”

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Powerful scan technology for restauration works, digitization of art pieces and customizations

R-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…

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Grainger & Worrall – Leading the Way in Motorsport Innovations

If 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…

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Scanning Technology’s Impact on the Quality Control of Steam Headers

Babcock 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…

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Top 3 Reasons why 3D Scanning Makes Sense for Aftermarket Industries in 2019

Aftermarket 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…

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Time-to-market: How your company can leverage 3D scanning technology to accelerate innovation and gain an edge over the competition

In 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…

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Cipax’s New Boat Launch: Using Scan-to-CAD Workflows to Accelerate Time-to-market

Cipax 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…

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Staying Ahead of the Curve: ACE Technology

ACE 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…

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MetraSCAN 3D Scanner Helps to Restore the Prague Astronomical Clock

  Restoration 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…

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3D Scanning Anywhere: Sky is The Limit

3D 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…

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Scan to CAD an Essential Part of Product Development

CAD 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…

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3D Scanning: The Solution to Streamline Your Product Development Processes

All 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…

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Pipeline Owners to Benefit from Latest Advancements with Creaform’s Pipecheck 5.0

Today’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…

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Pipecheck 5.0: Unmatched Inspection Accuracy, Repeatability and Speed on Full Pipe Joints

Now, 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…

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Pipecheck 5.0: Giving Smaller NDT Service Companies the Tools to Play in the Big Leagues

Traditionally, 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…

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Pipeline Integrity Inspections: Accuracy Must Trump Speed Every Time

NDT 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…

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Pipecheck 5.0: Boosted Features and Support Thanks to Customer Demand

Do 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…

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No Stone Unturned in Pursuit of Excellence: HandySCAN 3D scanner increases measurement efficiency

CMS 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…

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Measurement of foundry parts with the MetraSCAN 3D scanner

Czech 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…

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Creaform ACADEMIA: Getting a handle on handheld 3D scanners

Creaform 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…

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Taking engineering lab work to a new level with Creaform ACADEMIA’s free teaching kit

Creaform’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…

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MetraSCAN 3D performing automated inspection

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How Landing Gears are Made… and Inspected

A 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…

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Simon 3D Scanning on the Racetrack

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3D Scanning Anywhere: Race to Simplicity

After 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…

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Creaform ACADEMIA Sample Kit

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Creaform ACADEMIA’s Free Teaching Kits: A must to enhancing your engineering courses

Engineering 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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Creaform ACADEMIA Sample Kit

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Creaform ACADEMIA’s Free Teaching Kits: A must to enhancing your engineering courses

Engineering 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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Creaform ACADEMIA Sample Kit

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Creaform ACADEMIA’s Free Teaching Kits: A must to enhancing your engineering courses

Engineering 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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