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Bridging the real and the virtual for the automotive aftermarket

Introduction Originally, Peel 3d democratized the use of 3D scanning for reverse engineering in aftermarket garages. But in light of recent digital shifts to 3D, the scanners are put at work in new interesting ways. There are virtual interactive 3D worlds under […]

By Marie Simard Dufour

USA Accelerator

@peel 3d

peel 3d is a subsidiary of Creaform, a Canadian 3D scanner manufacturer. peel 3d scanners offer a simple, budget-friendly 3D scanning experience for professional and educational use cases.

Published on June 13, 2022

After the POP comes the MINI: Revopoint launches new blue light 3D scanner

Introduction Last year, Revopoint became the most funded 3D scanner manufacturer in Kickstarter history, raising over $5 million USD to launch the POP. The POP series uses infrared light and RGB cameras to capture objects in 3D and in full […]

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Published on May 31, 2022

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Revopoint launches the all-new POP 2 3D scanner

Introduction About a year ago, Revopoint launched the two-in-one, affordable POP 3D scanner on Kickstarter. The team managed to raise over $2.2M from over 6,000 enthusiastic backers – ending up as the most successful 3D scanner crowdfunding campaign to this […]

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Published on November 29, 2021

3D printed parts: 3D scanning evaluation has become the norm for most projects

Introduction Focusing on metal 3D printing (additive manufacturing), the company APWORKS GmbH, located in Taufkirchen, Germany, covers the entire value chain, from optimized component and part design to the choice of suitable materials, from prototyping to qualified serial production. Customers in […]

By Jérôme-Alexandre Lavoie

Product manager

@Creaform

Published on May 24, 2022

How to reuse your positioning targets while improving your 3D scanner

Introduction Whether we like it or not, as of now, positioning targets are the most efficient means of leveraging the full accuracy of a handheld 3D scanner and providing sufficient information to ensure the scanner will track the object from […]

By François Leclerc

Head of the peel 3d initiative

@peel 3d

peel 3d is a subsidiary of Creaform, a Canadian 3D scanner manufacturer. peel 3d scanners offer a simple, budget-friendly 3D scanning experience for professional and educational use cases.

Published on May 24, 2022

Laser 3D scanning for industrial maintenance and repair with the UE Series

Introduction 3D scanners have a range of applications, in fields as diverse as surveying and healthcare, but one of the most important uses of 3D scanning technology — and laser scanning in particular — is industrial maintenance and repair. Although […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on May 11, 2022

Interview with François Leclerc, head of the peel 3d initiative

Peel 3d, Creaform’s initiative focused on offering affordable high-quality 3D scanning, recently released its new model the peel 2. Featuring a lot of new options such as color capture, the peel 2 embodies the expansion of the 3D scanning industry to a wider audience. Just a […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on May 24, 2019

TrackScan-P42: An accurate, well-rounded 3D scanner for industrial metrology

Introducing the TrackScan-P42 Handheld 3D scanners offer numerous benefits. The freedom to move around an object from different angles opens up possibilities in terms of scale, complexity, and environment. However, true metrology-grade 3D scanning is often beyond the limits of […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on March 28, 2022

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3D scanner accuracy and resolution: The basics

Introduction Generally, accuracy means how close a measurement is to its true value. In 3D scanning, accuracy generally refers to single scan accuracy, but then there’s also volumetric accuracy. When it comes to resolution, whose general definition is how sharply […]

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Published on March 2, 2022

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Cost-effective color 3D scanning with the handheld iReal 2E

Meet the iReal 2E The iReal 2E, a professional handheld 3D scanner, boasts a high level of scanning precision (basic accuracy up to 0.1 mm and alignment accuracy up to 0.3 mm/m), as well as a high resolution (up to […]

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Published on February 28, 2022

Scantech’s SIMSCAN: an innovative and versatile 3D scanner

Introduction When developing the SIMSCAN 3D scanner, high-tech metrology company Scantech had a clear goal: to create a compact handheld scanner flexible enough to scan hard-to-reach areas while still offering the powerful performance one would expect from a full-size scanner. […]

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Published on January 27, 2022

Metrology-grade 3D scanning with the Scantech KSCAN20

Scantech KSCAN20 for industrial applications Scantech’s KSCAN series is a comprehensive metrology solution that is adapted to a wide range of sectors, including aerospace and automotive industries where large-scale 3D scans are often required. This handheld scanner is just as capable […]

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Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on April 6, 2020

An overview of 3D scanning for part inspection

Part inspection and quality control Part inspection is an essential task to quality control, a process used to establish conformity between produced parts and their original, intended specifications. This is achieved by constantly checking parts at different steps along the […]

By Lucas Carolo

Technical writer

@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on December 2, 2021

The EinScan-SE and EinScan-SP: the next generation of desktop 3D scanners

Meet the EinScan-SE and EinScan-SP, the new generation of desktop 3D scanners. These multi-functional, fast and easy-to-use 3D scanners bring powerful technology to your desktop for consistent, high-quality 3D scanning. The EinScan-SE (Elite) can capture objects in under 2 minutes while the EinScan-SP (Platinum) […]

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Published on May 27, 2017

Using 3D scanning for digital twins and digital inventory

What is a digital twin? A digital twin is a digital replica of something physical. GE defines it as “a software representation of a physical asset, system, or process,” while IBM calls it “a virtual model designed to accurately reflect […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on October 14, 2021

3D Scanning: The Best Innovative Solution for Product Development or Reverse Engineering

Engineers and designers are faced with immense pressure to come up with new products and innovate. 3D scanning is the perfect solution to facilitate the entire lifecycle management of a product from inception, through engineering design and manufacturing, to service and disposal […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on November 13, 2017

What is reverse engineering?

Reverse engineering defined In broad terms, reverse engineering is any process employed to understand how a product, process, or system works. For physical products, reverse engineering involves exploring how individual parts were developed, how they work, and how they contribute […]

By Lucas Carolo

Technical writer

@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on November 4, 2021

HandySCAN BLACK: The Ultimate Reference in Portable Metrology

Creaform introduces its newest HandySCAN 3D Creaform introduces its new HandySCAN BLACK! Newborn of the third generation of HandySCAN 3D, reference line-up in portable metrology 3D scanners, the BLACK model offers unprecedented accuracy and user-friendliness. Reliable and effective, the HandySCAN BLACK […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on September 9, 2019

The Creaform MetraSCAN 3D: the ultimate metrology 3D scanner

Meet the all-new Creaform MetraSCAN 3D, the most flexible portable 3D scanner, designed for metrology applications. The MetraSCAN 3D is Creaform’s latest portable optical CMM 3D scanner. This state-of-the-art measurement system is built for shop-floor conditions and can be used in various use cases, from reverse engineering […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on May 11, 2016

Go!SCAN SPARK: effortless and reliable 3D scanning

Fast and reliable: Creaform unveils the Go!SCAN SPARK Creaform introduces its new Go!SCAN SPARK! Latest 3D scanner from the Go!SCAN 3D line-up, the SPARK is Creaform’s most user-friendly scanner. Conceived to be as simple to use as possible, the Go!SCAN SPARK […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on June 20, 2019

Practical guide to automated metrology 3D scanning with GOM solutions

Why automate quality inspection? With today’s growing number of certifications and standards that need to be met, quality inspection has become more essential than ever, and this is true for every industry that we know. Part inspection, however, can be a time-consuming […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on June 8, 2020

RangeVision Spectrum: one 3D scanner, a spectrum of possibilities

RangeVision Spectrum is designed for scanning small, medium, and larger objects. This 3D scanner has three fields of view and is equipped with 3.1 Mpix industrial color cameras. RangeVision Spectrum captures complex geometry, flat and long objects, as well as small […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on February 27, 2020

Polyga Compact S1 3D scanner: high-quality results with a price that’s hard to beat

Industrial accuracy packed in an affordable 3D scanner For a 3D scanner at this price point, the Polyga Compact S1 provides a high level of accuracy at 40 microns. That’s generally hard to come by unless you’re looking at industrial hardware. Entry-level […]

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Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on February 25, 2020

The EinScan-S: a fast, accurate and affordable desktop 3D scanner

The EinScan-S is an easy-to-use, affordable and accurate desktop 3D scanner, from the Chinese manufacturer Shining3D. Equipped with two scan modes, the EinScan-S makes it easy to capture objects of various sizes and shapes. It even comes with a turntable for smaller objects, and a “one-click” scanning […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on November 27, 2015

Weighing up Creaform’s 2021 handheld 3D scanner roster

Creaform launches its new SILVER Series In a bid to facilitate users’ perception and understanding of its product lineup, Canadian manufacturer Creaform just launched a brand new segment called the SILVER series. This SILVER series is made up of the popular HandySCAN […]

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Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on March 24, 2021

The EinScan-Pro: a multi-functional handheld 3D scanner

The EinScan-Pro is a portable, high-accuracy, and versatile 3D scanner, from the Chinese manufacturer Shining 3D. Equipped with four scan modes, the EinScan-Pro makes it easy to capture objects of various sizes and shapes. It even comes with a tripod, a turntable for smaller objects, and a “one-click” scanning […]

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Founder and Advisor

@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on January 12, 2016

The Creaform HandySCAN 3D: a truly portable metrology-grade 3D scanner

Meet the HandySCAN 700, Creaform’s flagship metrology-grade 3D scanner, optimized to meet the needs of product development and engineering professionals on the lookout for the most effective and reliable way to acquire 3D measurements of physical objects. The HandySCAN 3D latest generation is […]

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Founder and Advisor

@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on November 1, 2016

HDI Advance R4x 3D scanner: the high-end metrology solution

Meet the all-new HDI Advance R4x, the high-end 3D scanning solution for the industrial metrology market. The HDI Advance family of scanners captures complete digital 3D scans from physical objects in just seconds, with the HDI Advance R4x model delivering superior […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on December 31, 2015

SCANIFY, the high performance and affordable handheld 3D scanner

SCANIFY is the high-speed, high-resolution, affordable handheld 3D scanner that allows you to quickly and easily capture 3D models of everyday objects. With its sleek design and one-click 3D shape and color, SCANIFY offers an amazing out-of-the-box 3D scanning experience. Unlock your 3D […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on November 19, 2015

The Creaform Go!SCAN 3D: a fast and easy to use portable 3D scanner

The Creaform Go!SCAN 3D offers the easiest portable 3D scanner, providing fast accurate, and reliable measurements. Highly versatile, it can be used for a wide range of applications, helping professionals throughout the entire product development process. With these handheld 3D scanners, you can […]

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Founder and Advisor

@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on October 3, 2016

Next-gen Shining 3D FreeScan series: meet the new UE7 and UE11 handheld laser 3D scanners for metrology

Shining 3D, an innovative brand While Shining 3D has always been pushing new products on a regular basis, their team really has been keeping busy the past year. The EinScan HX, an innovative hybrid 3D scanner (combining laser triangulation and structured […]

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Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on April 9, 2021

3D scanner buying guide: what’s in a datasheet?

What’s in a 3D scanner datasheet? When looking to buy a 3D scanner, product brochures list technical specifications to give you general impressions about the performance of the systems. You can also use them to compare 3D scanners to determine which system is right for […]

By Thomas Tong

Founder @Polyga Published on March 21, 2019

3D scanners - Body scanning

The rise of 3D body scanning: Why digital avatars are the future

Introduction According to Markets & Markets, the 3D body scanning and virtual fitting room market reached 2.9 billion USD in 2019 and is projected to grow at an astonishing annual pace of 20,9%, to reach an estimated 7.6 billion USD by […]

By Sergey Klimentyev

Co-Founder & Business Development Director

@Texel

Texel develops and manufactures 3D body scanning solutions.

Published on January 29, 2021

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Scanatic™ for Fashion Solutions

Scanatic™ 360 Body Scanner and Scanatic™ Body Service The T3GD Studio Scanatic™ 360 Body Scanner and Service is a unique, self-service measurement system. It boasts a light, modular design that can quickly be installed and customized to seamlessly blend into your store […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on January 30, 2020

Go!SCAN SPARK versus HandySCAN BLACK

What is the best choice for your needs? On April 25th, 2019, Creaform announced the launch of two re-engineered products: the Go!SCAN SPARK™ and the HandySCAN BLACK™. These two new portable 3D scanners are the result of several years of research and development […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on July 31, 2019

Envisioning the future of 3D scanning and 3D printing in museums

Introduction My current work explores 3D technologies integration into museum practice, particularly areas involving audience engagement and interaction. My research examines regional, national, and international museums to gain an understanding of how and why 3D printing affects a museum and […]

By Amelia Knowlson

Published on April 21, 2016

Updating our 2021 handheld 3D scanners buyer’s guide: key takeaways and market insights

Introduction Aniwaa has been dedicated to 3D scanning for over 7 years, offering the most comprehensive 3D scanner comparison platform. Our team keeps tabs on AM industry news every day, creating new listings or conversely removing obsolete products as manufacturers […]

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Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on February 5, 2021

3D scanners - Body scanning - Handheld

Shining 3D launches brand new EinScan H and HX models

Revisiting the flagship EinScan product range The EinScan range of 3D scanners emerged as a huge success on Kickstarter 2015. Backed by around 200 contributors, Shining 3D’s first EinScan-S was a stationary desktop model with an automatic turntable. Shining 3D […]

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@Aniwaa

Aniwaa helps professionals research, evaluate, and purchase additive manufacturing and 3D capture solutions.

Published on September 17, 2020