"How is 3D Scanning Useful to My Industry?"
Click on your industry below to see how 3D scanning can save you time and money.
Aftermarket Automotive
Few automotive manufacturers give out CAD data for their vehicles, which makes it difficult to design aftermarket components. Instead of using calipers and a tape measure to guess body lines and mounting holes, or using cardboard templates, we can scan the vehicle within minutes to provide an accurate digital twin that you can import into your favorite CAD program!
Mechanical/Design Engineering
When you're designing a mechanical assembly, it's almost guaranteed that you're using off-the-shelf (OTS) parts. Maybe it's a servo motor, maybe it's an O-ring, or maybe it's a hand drill you're mounting to a robot. If you can't find a 3D file from the manufacturer or McMaster-Carr, a scan is what you need to bridge the gap!
Replacement Parts
Parts break. It's a fact of life.
But that doesn't have to mean production is down for weeks waiting on a replacement part! With 3D scanning and reverse engineering, we can create an accurate model of your broken parts within days so you can send it out for fabrication, machining, or any other manufacturing process.
Manufacturing Engineering
​Sometimes you want to add new capabilities to your shop. Maybe you have an idea for a new punch that'll save time, or maybe you have an old steam hammer that needs a new die. We can 3D scan and reverse engineer an existing tool, so you can design your new tool without worrying about fitment into the machine.
Art Creation/
Preservation
3D scanning helps artists turn physical objects into detailed digital models for refining designs or creating replicas. It also aids in preserving cultural heritage by documenting artifacts in stunning detail, ensuring they can be studied or replicated without risking the originals. 3D scanning bridges the physical and digital, empowering both creativity and preservation.
3D Rendering/
Video Game Design
​3D scanning captures real-world objects and environments in stunning detail, creating lifelike assets for games and animations. Designers save time by scanning instead of modeling from scratch, achieving unmatched realism. From characters to props, 3D scanning bridges reality and digital artistry, making virtual worlds more immersive than ever.
Archaeology/
Anthropology
With 3D scanning, researchers can digitally preserve ancient artifacts, fossils, and entire excavation sites with incredible accuracy. These detailed scans allow for in-depth analysis, virtual reconstructions, and global sharing without risking damage to the originals. Whether it's reconstructing a shattered artifact or studying human evolution through fossilized remains, 3D scanning ensures that history is preserved and accessible for future generations.
Medical
By capturing precise digital models of a patient’s body, healthcare professionals can design custom-fitted prosthetics, orthotic devices, implants, and casts tailored to individual needs. This ensures a perfect fit, improving comfort, mobility, and overall quality of life. 3D scanning also streamlines the process, reducing the time from diagnosis to device creation.