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FARO Releases Focus Core Laser Scanner

October 21, 2022 · Focus Core serves the company’s markets in construction, building operations and public safety, according to the company.

Artec 3D Handheld Scanners Get Upgrade

October 19, 2021 · Product enhancements include artificial intelligence powered scanning technology.

InfiPoints Supports CAD Modeling

September 1, 2020 · New Elysium release has automatic feature extraction from point-cloud data scanned with unmanned aerial vehicless and mobile mapping systems.

nPower Software Partners with Thor3D

January 24, 2020 · Partnership opens opportunity for companies to bundle the Cyborg3D MeshToCAD software with the Thor3D hand scanner.

Exact Metrology Offers the Artec Micro 3D Scanner

August 13, 2019 · New scanner is Artec 3D’s most accurate 3D scanner to date, company says.

Contex Completes the HD Ultra X Scanner Series with Two Models

February 21, 2019 · The series now includes 36- and 42-in. models, completing the range of scanning solutions for Contex’s newest line of premium scanners.

Epson Introduces Workgroup Scanner

January 29, 2019 · New DS-970 and DS-870 are said to be robust scanners for environments where speed is needed.

FARO Introduces Digi-Cube

July 16, 2018 · Digi-Cube, from FARO, is a high precision, high scan rate, digital servo-controlled scan head that is easily integrated into various laser scanning products.

Polyga Launches HDI Carbon 3D Scanner

May 29, 2018 · Polyga announces a 3D scanning system that is engineered for flexible performance and designed for portability.

Nikon Metrology Unveils ModelMaker H120 Handheld Scanner

August 22, 2017 · Some benefits of the new scanner include scanner accuracy of 7 microns; measures at over 450 stripes every second on all materials; and full Field-of-View indicator for precise scanning.

FARO Debuts Focus 70 Laser Scanner and Next Generation FaroArm

August 11, 2017 · This debut extends Focus Laser Scanner portfolio.

Cordless 3D Scanning on the Horizon

August 1, 2017 · Balancing accuracy, weight and portability in professional 3D scanning.

Contex Debuts IQ FLEX Large-Format Flatbed Scanner

July 17, 2017 · Company says scanner enables capture of fragile documents, textiles, oversized books, artwork and originals of unlimited thickness.

Fuel3D Announces New Scanners

January 11, 2017 · The systems are suited for high-performance, medical and VR/AR applications.

Contex Launches SD One Wide Format Scanner

April 3, 2015 · The device can scan a variety of CAD and engineering documents and has cloud connectivity.

Contex Announces SD One Wide-Format Scanner

February 6, 2015 · The system has cloud connectivity for direct file transfer to Google Drive, Microsoft OnDrive and others.

FARO Technologies Ships New Scanner

January 15, 2015 · The device can capture up to 88K points per second.

Hexagon Metrology Introduces Next-Generation Laser Trackers

November 11, 2014 · The devices offer increased portability and all-in-one capabilities.

LMI Technologies Launches FlexScan3D Software Update

September 2, 2014 · Major upgrades include live scanning and automated mesh alignment.

Creaform Introduces VXmodel 3D Scan-to-CAD Software

May 5, 2014 · Includes mesh editing and improvement tools to help create print-ready files.

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