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  • Enhancing Manufacturing Efficiency with Automated Inspection
    Credit: Ashley Bray Welcome to the fascinating world of automated quality inspection! In today’s fast-paced manufacturing landscape, where precision and efficiency reign supreme, getting manufacturing processes functioning as smoothly as possible, as quickly as possible is a key goal. Let’s dive into the heart of the matter and explore why automated solutions are the secret
  • Transforming Automotive Simulation with AI: The Rise of Virtual Prototyping
    Credits: Ignazio Dentici The automotive industry is on the edge of a major change due to the rise of digital prototyping. This transformation is cutting costs and speeding up the development process, making us rethink the need for early-stage physical prototypes. As simulations get better, we are encouraged to rethink how we design. This isn’t
  • 3D Scanning For Robotic Path Planning With The SHINING 3D FreeScan Series
    A SHINING 3D client (confidential) has been using 3D scanning for robotic path planning as an alternative to manual point identification and placement. It enables the team to further automate the post-processing of their medium to large-sized castings. ● Company: Confidential ● Service: Casting production ● Need: Import a workpiece’s physical properties into robot programming software more efficiently
  • 3D Scanning Boosts Anode Yoke Inspection in Aluminum Production
    In the energy-intensive electrolytic aluminum industry, operational efficiency is paramount. Key to this efficiency is the components that make up the production process, with anode yokes standing out for their crucial role. Anode yokes, as conductive elements, are integral in ensuring a continuous and stable flow of electricity through the anode assemblies—a backbone of aluminum
  • Precision Manufacturing: Using 3D Optical Metrology For More Efficient Inspection
    This case study looks at how Shenzhou Company adopted 3D scanning for precision manufacturing. Through the implementation of 3D optical metrology solutions for inspection, Shenzhou Company reduced labor time and material costs by 30% and 50% respectively. ●Company: Shenzhou Precision Manufacturing (Shenzhou Company) ●Location: Henan Province, China ●Service: Precision manufacturing of boiler and pressure vessel
  • 3D Scanning in Education: HCMUT Uses TrackScan-Sharp 49 for Reverse Engineering a Car Frame
    Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HCMUT) boasts a rich history spanning 70 years. As a renowned local institution, HCMUT plays a significant role in technical education and research within the southern region of Vietnam. In this case, we will show you how this esteemed university optimizes its education and research with Scantech’s 3D solution.
  • Transforming Manufacturing with Digital Twins
    Some of the most fascinating and complex business environments are those where competition centers on innovation and technology. Real exciting innovation is rare and there are always sceptics:  “I can think of no conceivable reason why an individual should wish to have a computer in their own home” Kenneth Olson, Chairman, Digital Equipment Corporation, 1977
  • Using 3D Scanning to Optimize Logistics Planning
    In the world of logistics and transportation, efficiency and precision are crucial, especially when moving bulky and heavy goods. The large items pose unique challenges for transportation due to their size and complexity. Efficient planning and management are crucial to ensure safety and cost-effectiveness. The logistics demand assessment takes into account critical factors like volume,
  • The Advantages of LiDAR for Calculating Energy Efficiency Ratings
    Energy efficiency plays a key part in reaching climate change goals. Globally, countries are seeking to reduce emissions and offer renewable, sustainable energy resources. As most rely on non-renewables as a primary source of energy, it’s important to adopt ways to be energy efficient, with what is currently accessible. This blog will explore how LiDAR
  • Elevator Manufacturer Uses 3D Scanners to Optimize Inspection Process
    Scantech’s KSCAN-Magic 3D laser scanner has greatly enhanced the inspection process of elevator components during projects at China Tianjin OTIS Elevator Ltd. Modern elevators are mainly composed of traction machines, guide rails, counterweight devices, safety devices, signal control systems, hall doors, etc. The supply of mechanical components in the elevator industry has a significant impact on the
  • 3D Scanning for Machining Allowance: 250% Increase in Efficiency
    In this case, we explore how using 3D scanning for machining allowance helped a SHINING 3D client go from a 7-day process to a 2-day one. ●Company location: China ●Service: Industrial part manufacturing ●Need: Shorten dimensional inspection delay and simplify workflow ●Solution: SHINING 3D FreeScan UE Pro ●Results: -Gained 250% efficiency (inspection done in 2
  • 3D Scanning Makes Giant Mining Trucks Inspection and Manufacturing More Efficient
    High-accuracy 3D scanning tech and the rise of industrial manufacturing are clearly linked. Also, high-accuracy 3D scanners have changed how we inspect and make large construction machinery. This case study is an excellent example. It shows how the FreeScan UE Pro 3D scanner for high-accuracy metrology helps giant mining trucks inspection and manufacturing. The case study focused
  • Exploring Electric Vehicle Batteries and the Role of 3D Scanning in Inspection
    Electric vehicles are rapidly transforming the automotive landscape. EVs contribute to cleaner air by producing low or no emissions during operation. Unlike traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles that emit pollutants, EVs help combat air pollution and mitigate climate change. This shift from ICE vehicles to EVs presents unique challenges due to the fundamental differences
  • Revolutionizing Wind Power Industry: Enhancing Stator Frame Processing with 3D Scanning Technology
    As the global warming crisis and the demand for clean, carbon-free electric power intensify, renewable energy sources such as wind power have experienced tremendous growth in adoption. Therefore, the demand for precise and high-quality components in wind power generating industry is on the rise. In the wind power industry, the stator frame plays a pivotal role as it secures
  • 5-Axis CMM Scan Paths Technique: Surface Sweep Scan
    SURFACE SWEEP SCAN is a 5-axis CMM tactile scanning technique. It captures data points over a plane by utilizing a 5-axis drive system to sweep back and forth while the CMM drive system move is a singular vector direction under a constant speed. This minimizes the inherent inaccuracies of the CMM structure while scanning at high speeds.
  • 5-Axis CMM Scan Paths Technique: Edge Scan
    Credits: Verisurf EDGE SCAN is a 5-axis CMM tactile scanning technique. It drives the CMM in a uniform direction to minimize the inherent inaccuracies of the CMM structure while the system adapts to the changing surface shape by controlling the contact pressure of the stylus. EDGE SCAN is well suited to the measurement of airfoil leading
  • How to Inspect Auto Sheet Metal Stamping Parts in the Era of New Vehicle Development
    Auto sheet metal stamping parts are essential components of modern vehicles, as they form the body shape and provide structural support. These parts not only determine the aesthetic design of the vehicle, but also affect its safety, aerodynamics, and fuel efficiency. Hence, maintaining high standards of quality for sheet metal parts is important for achieving
  • Transforming Steel Manufacturing: The Role of Advanced Sensor Technologies
    Credits: Balluff Introduction The steel industry, a global economic powerhouse, plays a pivotal role in metal processing, automotive manufacturing, mechanical engineering, and construction. To thrive in this dynamic sector, the integration of cutting-edge technologies is imperative. In this blog post, they explore the impact of four key industrial automation solutions that are widely used in
  • Revolutionizing Automotive Mold Manufacturing with Scantech’s 3D Scanning Solutions
    Automotive molds are the cornerstone of vehicle design and production. These critical components shape the aesthetics, functionality, and safety of automobiles. Traditionally, mold manufacturing has been a complex, time-consuming process with a significant margin for error. The advent of advanced manufacturing technologies, however, is changing the landscape. Scantech provides cutting-edge 3D scanning solutions that redefine the standards of
  • Unlocking the Potential of 3D Body Scanning
    What is a 3D body scanning? A 3D body scanning is a technological process that employs 3D scanning technology to capture the surface geometry and intricate details of the human body. Utilizing a 3D body scanner, this scanning method gathers data points across the body’s surface, generating a three-dimensional model typically presented as a point cloud.
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