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1. Size of an object or a part

One of the very first and fundamental factors you should consider when planning your scanning budget is the overall size of the object/s or a part that you need to scan. A larger object will typically require more time and scans to get a complete model than a smaller object. Therefore, a scan of a larger object will cost more than a scan of a smaller object.

Scanning intricate details of a large industrial object with a handheld 3D scanner

In some cases, however, this may not be true. A scan of a smaller but more complex object can cost more than a scan of a larger but relatively simple item. We’ll talk more about that in the next section about geometry.

If you are planning on purchasing a scanner, make sure that the one that you choose is capable of capturing the object sizes that you need. Sometimes, really large and complex objects may require multiple scanners to get the job done. One scanner can be used to capture the entire object, and the other — to capture smaller and harder to reach areas for a complete scan.

2. Geometry of an object or part

The second key factor to consider is how complex or simple the geometry of an object is. It’s much easier and faster to scan a simple object without elaborate details than a surface with complex features like holes, fine lines, sharp edges, overhangs, threads, etc. Such objects will require more time for scanning every intricate detail in order to produce a complete and accurate model than a simple “featureless” surface would.

Key point

It’s much easier and faster to scan a simple object without elaborate details than a surface with complex features such as holes, fine lines, sharp edges, overhangs, or threads.

To illustrate the two points above, take a look at these two models below. The first model of a spanner is an example of a relatively small (2.5 cm × 16.3 cm) and geometrically simple object. It took our scanning specialist just three minutes to scan it, and another 10 minutes to process the data in Artec Studio software.

A 3D model of a small object with simple geometry

A 3D model of a medium-sized object with complex geometry

The second model of a dual-clutch gearbox is another example of a medium-sized object (40 cm × 44 cm × 52 cm) full of small and fine details. It took us 22 minutes to scan, and about twice as much time to process.

3. Quantity of parts or objects in a project

This consideration logically follows the first two — the more objects or parts you need to capture, the more resources it will take to scan and process them, whether you plan to do it in-house or to outsource. Each part of an object, or multiple solid objects, still need to be scanned on their own, and may require both a different scanning and data processing workflow.

Key point

The more objects or parts you need to capture, the more resources it will take to scan and process them.

For example, for a complete scan ready for reverse engineering, the item frequently needs to be disassembled so that each component can be scanned separately. This, therefore, requires an allocated time both for scanning and processing. In certain cases, however, for example when the shapes of the components are rather primitive, disassembling is not necessary.

The same goes for quality assurance — in most cases, the component that needs to be checked is exactly the component that needs to be compared against a respective CAD/mesh model, and no additional dismantling is required.

4. Accuracy and resolution of a final model

One more key factor to consider when evaluating the scanning costs is the accuracy and resolution you expect in the final 3D model. Different scanners have different technical specifications, and their resolution and accuracy parameters are defined by the technology that goes with them. The more advanced the hardware and software on board is, the higher the quality, speed and precision, and predictability of the results you get. Therefore, the more accurate and high quality you need your model to be, the more expensive it will be to capture it in 3D — whether you’re planning to do it in-house or not.

Key point

The more accurate and high quality you need your model to be, the more expensive it will be to capture it in 3D — whether you plan to do it in-house or to oursource.

There are lots of 3D scanners and scanning gear on the market these days — white and blue structured light 3D scanners, laser scanners, photogrammetry solutions, and others. If you’re planning to go to a professional scanning service, it will be up to them to decide which scanner fits your requirements best. However, if you’re planning on purchasing a 3D scanner yourself, make sure to check the scanner specifications first, and schedule a live or online demo to see the results on at least one of the objects you intend to scan.

5. Color

Another factor that goes into the scanning cost is color. Some applications require color scans and a true likeness of an object. And in some cases, if for example you just need to acquire measurements of an object, that’s not necessary.

A 3D model of a power drill scanned with Artec Space Spider, as shown with and without texture

If the project requires top notch texture, which entails using professional lighting equipment as well as specific software, for example photogrammetry, to project external texture shots onto the mesh, it might make a huge difference when it comes to investments of time and money.

For example, if the model needs to be showcased online, will be used in a video game, AR, or VR application, it may require some additional time for texture post-processing and touch-ups by a 3D artist. In some cases though, scanning and processing of color and textureless objects can be almost the same. It all depends on the application — more on that in the next point.

6. Application

3D scanning is usually just a part of a bigger workflow. And just like when someone scans an article from a print magazine for research with a document scanner, or records an interview of someone for a documentary on video, the 3D scanner is used to get a 3D “copy” of something that will then be used further for a specific project.

Creating a 3D model of a compressor with Artec Space Spider, to be further used for reverse engineering

Be it a scan of a broken car part that needs to be repaired, a scan of a chair for an online store, or a scan a foot for custom orthotics, every application has its own requirements. The data captured with a scanner need to be further processed and prepared to be suitable for the task.

If you are seeking raw 3D scan data, it usually comes at no additional cost whether you plan to use your own scanner or will use professional services. Most 3D scanning solutions support all popular 3D formats, such as STL, OBJ, PLY and WRL.

A 3D mesh model of a clamp created with Artec Micro: the mesh is made up of thousands of polygons

A feature-based CAD model of the clamp created from the 3D mesh model

If, for example, you need to get a parametric CAD model as an output instead of a mesh, this step will cost extra money in a scanning service company (or some extra hours for you or your in-house CAD specialist). Make sure to allocate some of your budget to modeling and CAD if this is the case for you. One hour of reverse engineering can start from $100-$200 per hour, and the more complex the object, the more time it will take to reverse engineer it.

7. Complex materials and scanning conditions

Some surfaces that are reflective or shiny can be challenging to capture as is, and may require additional time spent on preparation and spraying them with a washable or vanishing scanning spray, as well as the clean-up afterwards.

Key point

Some surfaces that are reflective or shiny can be challenging to capture as is, and may require additional time for preparation or special scanning conditions.

Also, some scanners require a special setup and the use of extra accessories, such as targets, to capture an object successfully. Such targets come at an additional cost, are cumbersome, and take quite a lot of time to be stuck on an object. You also need to make sure that there is enough of them in each frame, and after the session is over, you need to spend some extra time to remove the targets and clean up the object.

In some cases, when the object is large, in a remote location, or is hard for one person to reach on their own, you may need some additional equipment (a ladder, a crane, etc.) or some extra hands to do the scanning.

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Creating a digital twin using 3D scanning, viewing in VR
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3D handheld scanners

Simplifies the process of scanning objects compared to
with large stationary measuring equipment.
Ability to digitize complex details, regardless of size,
material or object color. High accuracy and resolution
measurements, improved reliability and scanning speed

3D handheld scanners

Simplifies the process of scanning objects compared to large stationary measurement equipment. The ability to digitize complex details, regardless of the size, material or color of the object. High measurement accuracy and resolution, increased reliability and scanning speed

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Portable solution for fast and realistic 3D shooting even in harsh environmental conditions with environmental protection, battery life up to 4.5 hours. The most economical in its class

Stationary 3D scanners

Allows you to quickly measure a physical object and recreate its accurate digital
3D model. It became possible to modify existing
products without drawings, speed up the production of new parts, improve
quality and reduce the percentage of defects in production.
Designed to scan small, complex objects
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Features a customizable 3D scanning area and are designed to scan small, complex objects in a fully automated manner. Exceptional ease of use

Features a customizable 3D scan area for scanning small, complex objects in a fully automated fashion. Exceptional ease of use

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Features a customizable 3D scanning area and are designed to scan small, complex objects in a fully automated manner. Exceptional ease of use

Industrial 3D scanners

Industrial 3D scanners for large molds and
robotic systems for 3D scanning. We offer innovative
equipment for 3D scanning of large objects both in open areas
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FARO 3D scanners for large objects for both outdoor and industrial applications. All models are equipped with a sealed housing that protects against environmental influences

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FARO 3D scanners for large objects for both outdoor and industrial applications. All models are equipped with an environmentally sealed enclosure

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Known for their unsurpassed accuracy and quality at both close and medium distances and designed for reverse engineering, BIM and similar applications

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Large mold industrial 3D scanners and 3D scanning robots. We offer innovative equipment for 3D scanning of large objects both in open areas and in industrial environments. Our experts will guide you on the functionality and possibilities of using the equipment, conduct an audit and help you choose a device for specific tasks

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FARO 3D scanners for large objects for both outdoor and industrial applications. All models are equipped with an environmentally sealed housing

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Known for their unsurpassed accuracy and quality at both close and medium distances, designed for reverse engineering, BIM and similar applications

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Software products from world leaders for data processing
scanning and modeling. Our experts will help you choose
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Easily and efficiently process and manage scanned data through automatic object recognition, registration and scan positioning

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Complete software solution for reverse engineering, analysis and product quality control, continuously updated and intuitive software interface

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Creaform software products allow you to work with 3D scan data and refine it for 3D printing or transfer to CAD software

Software products from the world's leading scanning and simulation data processing. Our experts will help you choose software, advise on the possibilities of practical application of each of the software products

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Complete software solution for reverse engineering, analysis and product quality control, continuously updated and intuitive software interface

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Creaform software products allow you to work with 3D scan data and refine it for 3D printing or transfer to CAD software

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Easily and efficiently process and manage scanned data through automatic object recognition, registration and scan positioning

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3D scanning services

Architectural measurements of buildings and facades.

3D scanning of real estate objects helps to carry out facade surveys, measurements and surveys of buildings in a short time. With the help of laser scanning, you can quickly and easily control the design and construction process, take architectural measurements and calculate accurate surface areas. nine0003

3D scanning services

Create dimensional drawings

Our experts will make a measurement drawing of the object using a 3D scanner, which is then easily transformed into a familiar 2D plan with exact dimensions. We offer 3D technologies that will significantly reduce the time of work at the measurement stage and will make it possible to measure any object of any size and space geometry.

3D scanning services

Reverse engineering (reverse engineering)

Reverse engineering allows you to quickly create the most accurate digital model of a product, even of complex geometry. This model can be modified, printed and used for subsequent production. Reverse engineering services are widely used in mechanical engineering, as well as for the production of individual parts on CNC machines.

3D scanning services

Part geometry quality control. Metrological analysis, wear and deformation measurement

Thanks to 3D scanning, quality control and metrological analysis in production takes much less time and effort than with traditional methods. 3D scanners make it possible to carry out incoming and outgoing inspections, analyze the relative position of elements in a product, and monitor the quality of forming surfaces. nine0003

3D scanning services

Large object scanning

Scanning large objects allows you to save time and money, as well as quickly obtain an accurate 3D model that helps the specialist to identify even small defects in the product. You can order a 3D scanning service and quickly receive a complete digital archive of finished products and prototypes designed by our experts. nine0003

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3D scanning

Architectural measurements of buildings and facades.

3D-scanning of real estate objects helps to carry out facade surveys, measurements and surveys of buildings in a short time. With the help of laser scanning, you can quickly and easily control the design and construction process, take architectural measurements and calculate accurate surface areas. nine0003

Creation of measurement drawings

Our experts will make a measurement drawing of the object using a 3D scanner, which can then be easily transformed into a familiar 2D plan with exact dimensions. We offer 3D technologies that will significantly reduce the time of work at the measurement stage and will make it possible to measure any object of any size and space geometry.

Reverse engineering (reverse engineering)

Part geometry quality control. Metrological analysis, wear and deformation measurement

With 3D scanning, quality control and metrological analysis in production takes much less time and effort than with traditional methods. 3D scanners make it possible to carry out incoming and outgoing inspections, analyze the relative position of elements in a product, and monitor the quality of forming surfaces.

Large object scanning

Scanning large objects allows you to save time and money, as well as quickly obtain an accurate 3D model that helps a specialist to identify even small product defects. You can order a 3D scanning service and quickly receive a complete digital archive of finished products and prototypes designed by our experts.

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Creating measurement drawings

Creating a measurement drawing of an object is very easy with a 3D scanner that will allow you to easily transform a 3D object into a familiar 2D plan with exact dimensions. 3D equipment significantly reduces the work time of a specialist at the measurement stage and makes it possible to measure an object of any size and space geometry.

Integration of scanned data

3D scanning produces a highly accurate 3D model that can calculate the area of the scanned surface much faster than traditional methods. 3D scanning technologies help to solve the problems of collision detection, calculation of useful areas of objects, design deviations and preservation of cultural heritage.

Restoration of project documentation

With the development of 3D technologies, it became possible to create project documentation in a short time, identify discrepancies between real objects and drawings, and analyze the state of the building. 3D scanning allows you to recreate lost design documentation and make changes to it in just a few hours, instead of several days of measuring work with the traditional method. nine0003

Verification of product assembly in design

Thanks to 3D scanning technologies, it has become much easier to design and manufacture new components, parts and assemblies, as well as to control the assembly of products at all stages of production. In a few hours you can get a 3D model of the source and make calculations and check the assembly of parts.

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3D scanning makes it possible to make exact copies of products and high quality standards in a fairly short time. nine0012

3D scanning services help to ensure the production of high-precision copies of products for import substitution of parts.

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EDUCATION

Creaform ACADEMIA educational 3D solution

Creaform ACADEMIA is an affordable 3D educational suite. It includes a wide range of 3D measurement technologies for various educational profiles: scientific and technical orientation, applied and natural sciences, industrial design, archeology, as well as research projects.

Here are some recent examples of the use of ACADEMIA in educational institutions in the Czech Republic.
The Vocational School of Automotive and Engineering Design in České Budějovice provided students with the opportunity to use ACADEMIA 3D scanners and the VXmodel and VXinspect software modules for reverse engineering and quality control of auto parts. nine0003 The Vocational Secondary School of Glassmaking in Valašské Meziříči (UNESCO Associated School) chose ACADEMIA for 3D scanning of handmade glass products and for 3D printing of models of various sizes

CONSTRUCTION

3D printing of a villa prototype

Challenge: create a visual model of a villa in a short time

Solution: 3D print a white light-cured polymer building prototype on a ProtoFab SLA600 DLC stereolithographic 3D printer @3dprotofab

Result:
• A stylish architectural model of the villa was made, the structure of the building, furnishings and other exterior elements were carefully reproduced
• Thanks to the use of an SLA printer with a large build chamber (600 × 600 × 400 mm), a model with excellent detail was quickly created
• Post-processing completed: polishing and painting model
• Lead time - 1 day

TRANSPORT

3D printed subway train components

Large items such as the front of a tram, as well as various parts of railway and road transport, can now be 3D printed in a single printing session. The use of plastic granules instead of filament (Direct Extrusion of Pellet technology) greatly simplifies the creation of not only prototypes, but also finished parts in record time and at a much lower cost.
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The photo shows components for a subway train printed on an additive Super Discovery 3D Printer (CAF project). With a build chamber of 1300 x 2500 x 1000 mm, this printer is the perfect answer to the new needs of large format 3D printing. nine0012

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Why is it beneficial?

3D scanning is the most advanced way of converting a physical object into a digital format, which helps to significantly optimize the production process for solving problems of quality control and reverse engineering. Modern 3D scanners are capable of digitizing a wide variety of objects, from miniature parts to buildings and structures. They are attractive due to their optimal price-to-accuracy ratio, high measurement speed and

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Today, additive technologies are able to effectively complement classical processes or replace them at a certain stage of the cycle. However, in the near future, in the context of Industry 4.0, additive manufacturing will become an integral part of the technological processes in the enterprise.

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