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Things to Know Before You Buy a 3D Scanner

Things to Know Before You Buy a 3D Scanner

Many industries have benefitted from the technology associated with 3D scanners. Whether you’re designing a children’s toy or making the car of the future, a 3-D scanner can revolutionize the way you do it. They are quick and accurate and, as such, can save you time...
STL File From a 3D Scanner

STL File From a 3D Scanner

SO YOU HAVE A STL FILE FROM A 3D SCANNER NOW WHAT? What to do with a STL file! So you had your part 3D scanned and have a STL or OBL file  or a mesh file but you cannot use it! This is something I hear a lot! That is because STL files are a mesh or point cloud that...
3D Scanning Tips for Dark or Reflective Surfaces

3D Scanning Tips for Dark or Reflective Surfaces

Part Preparation for 3D Scanning There are a few 3D Scanning Tips for part preparation for dark or reflective parts before you start: placing reference targets and coating the part. Placing Reference Targets For parts that have little geometry, place photogrammetric...
Outsourcing First Article Inspection Services

Outsourcing First Article Inspection Services

First Article Inspection Services for complex parts! First Article Inspection using complex 3D scanning equipment  can obtain more data at a faster rate than ever before.  That combined with advanced inspection software like Geomagic Control X we can 3D scan and...