Do you ever question the accuracy and reliability of your quality control (QC) process? Do you ever doubt the quality of your measurement setup, especially if you are a non-expert in 3D scanning?
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See the articleDid you know that you can speed up STL to STL inspections with Creaform 3D technologies? Optimize your product performance and production today!
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 articleDiscover Creaform ACADEMIA™, a brand-new solution suite for forward-thinking teachers and researchers looking to inspire, collaborate, and push the innovation envelope forward using the latest advancements in 3D measurement technologies.
See the articlePerforming bad inspections and delivering defective parts are scenarios that manufacturing companies want to avoid imperatively.
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 articleAll the Creaform Campus trainers have been certified following a rigorous internal training program. When they are not teaching, they work as applications specialists assigned to actual metrology projects. In other words, they use the measurement devices and software they are teaching about on a daily basis, which makes them acutely aware of their students’ needs and challenges.
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,…
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See the articleThe day Koenigsegg got in touch with Creaform, the company was using rental services for measurement tasks. A four-meter Romer Arm with scan and probe heads or a Leica Tracker together with PolyWorks were employed.
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 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 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 articleEver since 1992, AGT has been a leader in the development and the manufacturing of automated industrial equipment. Renowned for know-how and innovation, the company is more specifically specialised in robotics, in fabricated parts as subcontractors, and in the manufacturing of complete automated production lines and customised machinery.
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…
See the articleSiemens Gamesa was looking for a 3D scanning system to take exact, agile measurements of wind turbines and their components so that they could be analyzed and processed using CAD software. The main goal was to dispense with traditional and inaccurate measuring tools such as tape measures and gauges, in favor of a more agile and precise method.
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 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 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 articleManagement and customers demand realistic implementation of individual welding processes at low costs. These costs are often caused by inefficient work processes, such as reworking due to excess or insufficient use of materials, or customer complaints.
See the articleDiscover how smart investments in 3D scanning technologies can transform your quality control processes. Explore our guide to select the right device.
See the articleThe automotive industry is undergoing a huge transformation. As the world moves towards more sustainable energy sources, electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming a driving force to transition from gas-powered cars. Just recently, Gear Patrol and Car and Driver have showcased future EVs from a wide range of automotive manufacturers, including Acura, Audi, Mercedes, Chevrolet, Ford, BMW, Polestar, Kia and Hyundai, just to name a few.
See the articleZeppelin Baumaschinen GmbH has been a German based sales and service partner of Caterpillar Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of construction machinery, since 1954.
See the articleOur non-destructive surface evaluation solution for the pipeline industry has received valuable feedback since its launch last year.
See the articleINTAV SRL is an Italian company with more than 30 years of experience in designing and manufacturing luminous and acoustic warning devices for emergency, rescue, and operative vehicles.
See the articleThe use of the Go!SCAN SPARK and VXmodel leads to significant improvements in the internal processes when carrying out projects at the Swiss company Sutter AG.
See the articleLee Chi Enterprises Co. Ltd. develops progressive and innovative lines of BMX, mountain and road bike components under the Promax brand.
See the articleEmbrace the evolution of large-scale 3D scanning with the launch of Creaform’s revolutionary HandySCAN 3D|MAX Series, which is setting a new benchmark for portable 3D measurement solutions.
See the articleNexans is leading the charge to the new world of electrification. The group is a leader in designing and manufacturing cable systems and services across several business areas, including energy…
See the articleThe shipbuilding industry is a critical component of any country’s infrastructure and economy. However, the process of ship construction, particularly the installation of pipes throughout the hull, is challenging and…
See the articleÅlö Agricultural Machinery (Ningbo) Co., Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ålö, is a leading manufacturer of loaders and implements for agricultural tractors. With production facilities in four countries and customers in over 50, Ålö holds approximately 30% of the world market for tractor loaders exceeding 50 hp.
See the articleDeveloping a new type of train that could transport luxury tourists from Tokyo to mountain resorts, such as Hakone and Mount Fuji, and beaches, such as Odawara and Enoshima, in…
See the articleFor over 50 years, Forghieri has specialized in the design and manufacturing of cabins for forklift trucks. The company is also a leader in the production of flat and curved tempered glass for use in various industries, such as automotive, construction, furniture, household appliances and shower enclosures.
See the articleMore time—this is a luxury that many people wish they could afford. What about engineers who work long hours to design and manufacture molds to produce automotive performance parts, such as engine devices, transmissions, and electronic controls? What would they do if they could save 85% of the time required for mold inspections?
See the articleAIC-Automotive Intelligence Center, based in Amorebieta-Etxano, Bizkaia, is a European center for the generation of value for the automotive industry based on a concept of open innovation where companies improve their positioning through cooperation.
See the articleBased in California but servicing the entire United States, APEX Race Parts brings the latest wheel and tire technology to the automotive racing industry. The business employs dozens of car racing experts that are driven by the need for speed and performance.
See the articleThe TTK University of Applied Sciences uses the Go!SCAN 3D scanner in many projects for academic purposes by professors and students.
See the articleBased in Boppard, Germany, BOMAG is a global manufacturer of construction machinery and a technology partner in road construction and earthwork operations. In addition to its main focus on…
See the article3D scanning can be used to measure objects of art in order to assess their 3D dimensions accurately.
See the articleLeading global transport solutions provider reduces its inspection times with the Creaform 3D scanner
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See the articleBased in South Korea, Autocut is an automotive paint protection film (PPF) and tinted film solutions provider. It delivers software with 17000+ pattern data of paint protection films (PPF) and…
See the articleThe history of the iconic Michigan Central Station reminds us of the story of Detroit. The rail station, first opened in 1913, once symbolized the city’s effervescence with its grand lobby’s never-ending symphony of train arrivals and departures. Starting in the 60s, however, its activities began to decline and the station closed permanently in the late 80s.
See the articleLatvian company SFM, the world’s largest provider of transformer tanks, has been using Creaform MetraSCAN BLACK 3D scanner with VXelements software for 2 years, to provide high-quality 3D measurement reports for its products.
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See the articleThe Chair of Metal Structures at the Technical University of Munich has been contributing to the development of steel and light metal structures within the construction industry for many decades. There is a long-standing tradition in the areas of bridge design, stability, construction, composite structures, fatigue and glass works.
See the articleWith today’s ever-changing markets it is crucial your business has access to cutting-edge technologies that will eliminate the complexity of automation to improve your work processes and increase productivity. Join us to learn how you can simplify your measurement workflows and significantly increase your inspection capacity.
See the article3D laser scanners are a hot topic these days. 3D laser scanning is an advanced technology with a market growth forecasted by some reports to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% from 2021 to 2026. Other research indicates that the 3D laser scanner market will likely reach $16.66 billion by 2030.
See the articleComputer-aided design (CAD) is defined as the use of computers to assist in the creation, modification, or optimization of a design. CAD software enables designers and engineers to model shapes and add features with the ultimate goal of producing parts.
See the articleIn this post, we want to offer you guidance on why choosing 3D scanning for inspection. We want to help you differentiate the different types of 3D scanners and metrology software, and choose the best one for your inspection needs. Finally, we want to explore how opting for 3D scanning can benefit your company and your customers.
See the articleHow Hyundai Design North America uses HandySCAN 3D for improving real-time design workflows Opened in January 2003 and located in Irvine, California, Hyundai Design North America’s design and technical center…
See the articleSCAN IT 3D GmbH a Swiss 3D measurement service provider, was commissioned to determine the geometry of a suction pipe of a hydroelectric power plant using 3D scanning technology. In order to prepare for the inspection project and evaluate the equipment required, the client provided material images in advance.
See the articleThe ability to quickly achieve accurate dimensioning of components of any shape and size with a 3D scanner was for AADS a key factor to choose a Creaform scanner.
See the articleWith the handheld HandySCAN 3D scanner from Creaform, Blowtech can quickly carry out inspections and measurements of its plastic molded parts in various places.
See the articleRohde & Schwarz uses the HandySCAN 3D for quality control, measuring vehicle interiors, inspecting free-form surfaces, and additive manufacturing processes
See the articleTraditional automobile manufacturing processes can be complicated, including the four major processes of stamping, welding, painting and final assembly. With constant design innovations and iterations automobile industry, mold tolerance levels are becoming more and more stringent for manufacturers.
See the articleAutomotive manufacturers and suppliers around the world have used portable 3D scanning systems for product development, vehicle design and quality assurance. Everything from individual components to complete vehicles can be measured.
See the articleTogether with n-protec AG, our Swiss partner, SCAN IT 3D GmbH carried out an assessment of a turbine housing.
See the articleIn order to achieve this efficiently and with the right levels of quality, the measurement service provider, SCAN IT 3D GmbH was commissioned to record the actual situation and process it as a 3D model with defined dimensions.
See the articleThe HandySCAN 3D allows APWORKS, who is part of the AIRBUS Group, to have an effective and fast evaluation of the quality of their manufactures 3D printed parts.
See the articleQuality control, virtual assembly, engineering, CNC programming: The MetraSCAN 3D scanner supports many processes in the production of large foundry patterns made of wood, plastic block materials, and foam
See the articleFind out how an NDT company used the HandySCAN 3D to carry out part inspections and archive data for nuclear power plant facilities.
See the articlePortable metrology solutions facilitate data capture in harsh and difficult environments.
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See the articleThis article highlights the possibilities offered by 3D scanning, such as better information-based decision-making for repairs, major financial savings, and improved public safety. It also presents information to help NDT professionals choose the right 3D scanner for the right application.
See the articleFor several years, education has been a priority at Creaform. For us, there is no doubt that teachers and researchers must have access to the latest 3D measurement technologies in order to train the next generation of engineers and designers.
See the articleTilt Inspection chose Creaform’s 3D measurement solutions, the HandySCAN 3D scanner and Pipecheck software, to implement new inspection techniques and replace conventional methods that made it difficult to identify critical flows, including cracks, corrosion, mechanical fatigue, and mechanical damage.
See the articleParavan has already been using Creaform 3D measurement technology for several years and has recently added the Go!SCAN SPARK white light scanner to its measurement technology portfolio.
See the articleLincoln Electric Additive Solutions is a full-service provider of large-format metal parts for a wide range of industries, such as power generation, oil and gas, transportation, heavy equipment, and aerospace and defence.
See the articleDid you know that Creaform has implemented more than 10,000 measurement technology projects and engineering service projects worldwide in the last 15 years? Customers include leading international manufacturers in the aerospace, mass transit, energy, leisure items and consumer products sectors.
See the articleVXelements is a powerful integrated 3D software platform that works in complete synergy with the entire fleet of Creaform’s 3D measurement and scanning solutions. It gathers all essential elements and tools into an intuitive, user-friendly working environment.
See the articleThe SILVER Series is part of the HandySCAN 3D™ line-up, the industry standard in portable metrology-grade 3D scanners. This proven and trusted patented technology captures accurate and repeatable 3D measurements of any complex surface in any location.
See the articleHandySCAN 3D lineup is a proven and patented measuring instrument that allows accurate 3D measurements from anywhere, making it the most effective and reliable 3D scanner for product development, manufacturing and quality control.
See the articleFor years, Creaform has been dedicated to the educational sector, providing advanced 3D scanning solutions and software to enable researchers to conduct advanced research and teachers to train the engineers and designers of tomorrow.
See the articleProse AG is responsible for the development and construction of the system in Switzerland and has commissioned the measurement technology service company SCAN IT 3D GmbH to record the entire system in Zweisimmen with a 3D scanner.
See the articleMitsubishi Logisnext Europe AB is a company that works with flexible transport solutions in the form of, among other things, trucks used in warehouses and for logistics. At its truck factory in Mölnlycke just outside Gothenburg, a new measurement requirement arose when they wanted to increase the quality of their manufactured trucks.
See the articleThe Institute of High Frequency Technology and Radar Systems at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) is investigating radar systems and their associated parameters for future satellite missions. To this end, tests are carried out in advance with aircraft-borne systems, which have a high degree of flexibility. For the preliminary tests, the radar systems will be installed on two Dornier Do 228 turboprop aircraft.
See the articleSpania GTA is on a mission to build a limited-production supersports, the Spania GTA Spano, with unmatched handling, advanced technology and innovative aesthetics.
See the articleViaKornel 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.
See the articleIn this webinar Creaform’s experts will address the top challenges that manufacturers face when conducting inspections in shop floor environments and how next-generation 3D measurement technologies can mitigate the many issues associated with conventional techniques.
See the articleRecently, 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.
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 articleDid you know that 3D scanning and 3D measurement technologies can accelerate your product development processes? Watch the webinar to find out how.
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 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 articleThis paper describes the principles of dynamic referencing for optical CMMs and demonstrates the
advantages of this new functionality in terms of measurement accuracy in shop floor conditions.
Hydro Safety was commissioned by a power plant operator to provide assessments of the remaining service life of the power plant infrastructure.
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 articleCreaform’s MaxSHOT 3D is a game changer for product development, manufacturing, quality control and inspection teams that need the highest measurement accuracy and repeatability for large-scale projects and parts from 2 to 10 m. Imagine achieving accuracy better than 0.015mm/m. Gain peace of mind knowing that your measurements are always right on the dot.
See the articleOftentimes, technological advances intended for industrial use find a helpful and welcome fit in health care. It is the case with Creaform’s Health Care Partner 3D Scanner, which offers high accuracy, portability and intuitiveness to people in need of a 3D scanning device for human body measurements.
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 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 articleHandySCAN BLACK combines high-performance 3D scanning with improved optics, multiple blue laser technology and a sleek, ergonomic design. Its distinctive simplicity and portability advantages are a staple of Creaform’s product line. As the company’s flagship portable metrology-grade 3D scanner, the HandySCAN BLACK sets the standard for measurement, regardless of size, material or complexity, within seconds anywhere.
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