3D scanning tools are used in a variety of applications across industrial settings. The choice between different scanning tools all comes down to choosing the appropriate scale. Scanning applications require either short, medium, or long-range abilities. While most projects and applications will require only one type of range, some will have overlapping needs. In those cases, a comprehensive digital image can be created using various scanning technologies, all of which are available through Exact Metrology. Below, we explore the three different 3D scanning tool range categories in more depth for a better understanding of how they are each used in industrial settings.

In-Place Machine Company, LLC (IPM) is pleased to announce the acquisition of East Coast Metrology, LLC (ECM) as part of a long-term growth strategy to expand reach and service offerings to customers and prospects across the U.S. and Canada.

Exact Metrology: A Division of In-Place Machining Company, a comprehensive 3D metrology service provider and hardware sales company, hosted their #HandsOnMetrologyFair in Brookfield, Wisconsin, Cincinnati, Ohio and Moline, Illinois. The fair featured discussions, presentations and demonstrations on several 3D scanning solutions available in the GOM #HandsOnMetrology tool kit including ATOS Q, T-SCAN hawk and Scan 1.

Exact Metrology: A Division of In-Place Machining Company and a comprehensive 3D metrology service provider and hardware sales company, provides extensive training to both customers and operators, from the basic to the most advanced operation.

The “CT” in CT metrology stands for “computed tomography” and is a form of “non-destructive testing.” A certain form of CT metrology has been used for inspection purposes for decades in the 2D space. It involves capturing an image of an object in order to evaluate that object for cracks or pores that might have formed during the manufacturing process. At Exact Metrology, we take that work a step further and use CT metrology in the 3D space for greatly advanced inspection and analysis of manufactured objects. 

Exact Metrology offers many of the CT scanning technology and services you need for a variety of industries. Part of what we offer includes education on 3D technologies and their operations. As such, to improve your understanding, we have put together some information on how an industrial CT scan actually works.

Exact Metrology: A Division of In-Place Machining Company and a comprehensive 3D metrology service provider and hardware sales company, has hired Bruce Williams at their Brookfield, Wisconsin location to help customers with their metrology applications.

Looking to learn more about the latest advancements in 3D scanning? Now is the time to join us in person as we share the newest scanning innovations from GOM #HandsOnMetrology at our facilities in Brookfield, WI, Cincinnati, OH and Moline, IL. We will have demonstrations, presentations, and discussions on several of the 3D scanning solutions available in the GOM #HandsOnMetrology tool kit including the GOM ScanCobot, Zeiss T-SCAN Hawk, GOM Scan 1, and more! Admission is FREE and lunch is included.

Reserve YOUR spot today by visiting the EventBrite HandsOnMetrology Fair Sign Up Page.

There are many reasons you might consider investing in industrial 3D laser scanning equipment. This technology allows you to digitally capture an object and create a digital blueprint. In industrial settings, this technology is most commonly used for reverse engineering and inspection purposes. And you will quickly find that if you have an ongoing requirement for these devices, purchasing them outright may be a wise investment rather than outsourcing your 3D scanning needs.

If you have decided to purchase an industrial 3D scanner, you may be wondering how to choose the correct one for your industry and intended applications. There are several factors that should be considered when choosing hardware for industrial 3D scanning. The three most relevant of these factors are cost, accuracy, and working volume. It is helpful to know right away that cost and accuracy capabilities are roughly correlated, meaning that a piece of scanning equipment that is high in cost will generally have higher accuracy. However, to complicate things, as working volume increases, accuracy may decrease. Striking a balance between these complicated components is what makes choosing the right scanner a challenge. Below, we explore each of these components in more detail to help you understand the best approach to choosing an industrial 3D scanner that is right for your industry.