3D Scanners
3D scanners from Artec & ZEISS for reverse engineering, inspection, metrology, manufacturing & product development
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Artec Eva/Eva Lite
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Artec Leo
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Artec Micro II
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Artec Metrology Kit
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Artec Point II
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Artec Ray II
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Artec Spider II
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ZEISS ScanPort
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ZEISS ATOS Q
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ZEISS METROTOM 1
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GOM Scan 1
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ZEISS T-SCAN hawk 2
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3D Scanner Trade-in
For a limited-time you can trade-in any 3D scanner for a €5,000 (GBP equivalent) discount on an Artec Spider II or Artec Leo handheld 3D scanner.
Precise Solutions for Your Business Needs
Unleashing Innovation with Our Range of 3D Scanners
Central Scanning stands tall in the global market as a premier provider of state-of-the-art scanners.
Our wide-ranging expertise, deep-seated experience, and comprehensive knowledge equip us to guide a wealth of sectors in securing the ideal 3D scanner that aligns seamlessly with their unique requirements.
Whether you’re aiming to measure small components or large aircraft, we have got you covered. We invite you to explore our diverse assortment of stationary and handheld 3D scanners from industry-leading brands like Artec and ZEISS. Besides, don’t forget to delve into our innovative 3D scanning software that further enhances your scanning experience.
3D Scanners: A Game-changer for Diverse Applications
Our scanners pave the way for precise measurement, thorough inspection, and efficient reverse engineering applications. These devices come laden with an array of features, including laser tracking, scan-to-CAD modelling, and CMM probing, facilitating easy reverse engineering and additive manufacturing possibilities.
Your Trusted Authorised 3D Scanner Supplier
As authorised resellers of leading 3D scanner manufacturers like Artec 3D and #HandsOnMetrology solutions from ZEISS/GOM, we’re committed to delivering excellence. From long-range scanners to versatile handheld 3D scanners, we cater to all levels of 3D scanning needs, ensuring you achieve exceptional results in your respective projects.
3D Scanner Brands we work with
Central Scanning supplies Artec 3D and ZEISS 3D Scanners
Artec 3D Scanners
Artec 3D is a global leader in portable handheld 3D scanners and has been at the forefront of developing innovative 3D technology since 2007.
Artec scanners are lightweight, mobile, and compatible with a wide range of popular tablets. Capture objects anywhere – no need to move items to a specific location for scanning.
ZEISS 3D Scanners
ZEISS specializes in industrial 3D scanners for Metrology and Inspection.
Accurate and fast measurement results are essential for quality assurance across industries such as aerospace, medical devices, electric vehicles, and additive manufacturing. ZEISS meets this demand with a comprehensive lineup of dependable, high-quality 3D scanners.
3D Scanner Capabilities
Designed as flexible 3D scanners for complex measurement and inspection tasks, Artec and ZEISS 3D scanners meet high metrological demands for many industries.
Smart scanning, less processing
Powered by proprietary AI technology, Artec 3D scanners capture only the data you need – more intelligence for less processing time and cleanup work.
Packed with cutting-edge technology
Most 3D scanners from Artec and ZEISS have high Definition 3D Scanning Mode for more detailed scans.
Scan anywhere
Artec and ZEISS 3D scanners provide handheld models for scanning anywhere. The latest 3D scanners are cloud-connected, WiFi-enabled, with a completely cable-free design.
Example 3D Scanned Models
Interact with examples created with our 3D Scanners
3D Scanner Rentals
Understanding the varying needs of our clients, we also provide flexible 3D scanner rental options.
Whether you’re looking to try before you buy or need a specialised scanner for a one-off project, our rental service is designed to be as accommodating as possible, complete with an easy online booking system for your convenience.
With cutting-edge technology from renowned brands like Artec 3D and #HandsOnMetrology (powered by ZEISS and formerly GOM), we ensure that you have access to the best tools to bring your projects to life.
Applications
Our customers purchase and rent 3D scanners for a variety of applications
Reverse Engineering
Customers need to modify or reproduce an object for which no drawing or 3D model exists. Or they need to quickly redesign or simply modify an existing part to either machine or 3D print it.
Accelerate your design, prototype, and production cycle by weeks and save thousands in the process.
Quality Inspection
Across a variety of industries, there is a growing need for ensuring that product quality levels are as high as possible.
Using a 3D scanner to capture extremely-high-precision scans provides 3D measurements for comprehensive part inspection.
Medical & Dental
Customers rent scanners for medical and dental applications, to obtain precise CAD/CAM-ready 3D scans for lab use and 3D printing. Medical practitioners and dentists no longer need to approximate models for their prosthetics and implants.
Heritage, Art & Design
Customers scan and create replicas of cultural objects for posterity and digitize collections.
Customers also capture digital assets for the game, visual effect and 3D visualization industries by scanning people, or existing physical models.
3D Scanning Quality and Service
Redefining Quality Assurance
The exceptional accuracy and precision of our 3D scanners are pivotal in maintaining the reputation of manufacturers worldwide.
In a fiercely competitive environment, our line of 3D scanners bolsters product design efficiency, enabling businesses to stay at the forefront with innovative designs.
Service Beyond the Sale
Our dedication to service doesn’t cease at the point of sale. As a leading 3D scanning service provider, we ensure you get the utmost value from your equipment by providing comprehensive pre-sale and post-sale support.
Finance Options
To ensure our cutting-edge 3D scanning technology is accessible to all, we provide a range of finance options.
For detailed information call 01527 558 282.
Our Customers
Learn how businesses in a wide variety of industries are using 3D scanners to reverse engineer and inspect their products
3D Scanning FAQs
Get answers to frequently asked questions about how to 3D scan and requirements for scanning
Is 3D scanning industry specific?
Absolutely not. There used to be a perception that 3D scanning was only used in the aerospace and automotive industries. That has changed massively in the last 10-15 years. It is true that the automotive sector has a large influence on the development of 3D scanning, particularly when it comes to automation.
In the last 16 years, we have seen a dramatic increase in 3D scanning requirements – toolmakers looking to reverse engineer and validate tools, turbine blades for inspection purpose, the toy industry for creating data from mock-ups often in clay or putty, plastics industry for reverse engineering and inspection, creative sectors for scaling / reproduction, classic cars for remanufacturing obsolete parts including car bodies, modern cars for root inspection and root cause analysis, medical sectors for maxi-facial, scoliosis, burns care to name a few of the industries using 3D scanning.
How small an item can a 3D scanner scan?
If scanning an aeroplane for example, you can get away with much larger point spacing on the majority of the plane. If looking for detailed close up details, again high resolution would be needed. Generally speaking, the higher the resolution, the more expensive the scanner. If you have for example a 12 MegaPixel scanner and fit 500mm lenses, you will be measuring 12 points over a 500mm volume. If you then install a 50mm measuring volume, still on the 12 MegaPixel camera, you will have a much more dense and therefore detailed point cloud – much higher resolution. What you don’t want to be doing is scanning everything at a very high resolution if not required as file sizes would be very large, thus taking a long time to post process after scanning.
It is always worth asking a potential supplier to demonstrate some items and to recommend the scanner resolution combined with the lenses required to meet the requirement.
How large an item can a 3D scanner scan?
Can I scan in colour?
When it comes to 3D scanning, what is the worst kind of material to have?
Any objects that are completely transparent, black or very shiny. The main reason for this is because if it’s black, it’s hard for the cameras to see. And then because it’s shiny, because it uses light to scan, all the light gets reflected in the wrong directions. This can confuse the scanner and generate high noise or maybe make it not even possible to see it.
However, the ZEISS T-SCAN hawk 2 3D scanner can easily scan dark parts, which are completely black. Plus there are also 3D scanning sprays to cover the surface in an opaque help 3D scanners capture difficult surfaces, the spray evaporates after use.
What size and type of objects can you scan?
For Instance:
- Castings are often scanned for dimensional verification or reverse engineering (creating data from a physical object).
- Vehicles are scanned for the design and manufacture of body styling kits where companies need to understand the shape of the car ‘as is’ to be able to create the new parts.
- Electronic equipment is scanned to add new parts to the device or retrofit.
- Body panels for re-manufacture.
- Humans are scanned for medical reasons and to create maquettes.
- Film props to bring into CGI.
- Virtual and Augmented reality.
- Clay models of items to bring them into a 3D world for tooling or scaling up and down perhaps for 3D printing.
How much do 3D scanners cost?
However, a 3D scanner needs to be ‘fit for purpose’ and therefore if a few £100 scanner ‘does the job’, there is no reason to spend 10’s of £10,000’s of pounds. Conversely, there is no point in spending a few £100 and expecting high accuracy, resolution (detail capture) and repeatability. Generally speaking, if you are making a detailed or medium-high value product, you will need a scanner in the similar price bracket perhaps from £20,000 – £50,000 to match the requirement. If the frequency of use is very low for the medium-high value product and scanning requirement, scanner rental may be an option for you.
Can 3D scanners be rented?
There are a few companies that rent out 3D scanning equipment. It tends to be the larger, more established businesses due to having to hold extra inventory and the value of the items being rented.
Mid-range performance scanners are generally rented as they perform reliably and provide good quality data thus avoiding issues when being rented by a person/company using scanners infrequently. It’s often a good way to evaluate the process benefits / ease of use before committing to capital investment. It also can help to understand the ‘supplier fit’ better before potentially investing in an in-house solution.
What about training?
A reasonable understanding of 3D and general PC usage is very beneficial but often more importantly, the willingness to learn new technologies.
What industries or type of companies does central scanning work with?
It is quite a diverse application in regards to what these scans can tackle. We can scan anything from coin sized objects all the way up to planes and buildings. Companies that want to remake products, inspect them, remake castings etc – we support all of those companies, basically called enablers, to manufacture their product.. At Central Scanning, we’ve got a very diverse portfolio of scanners and a range of client needs and requirements. We can do anything and everything within reason.
How does a technical application engineer and demonstration benefit companies?
When you send a technical application engineer, rather than a sales person only to a company, it is so that we can show all the engineering principles in action. In addition, it shows companies that we truly understand how the system works, rather than just giving out numbers or figures. We can physically show how the product works in the way that companies will use it. As a result companies can understand the product because they can see how it would truly be used for its own purpose.
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