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3D Printing and Scanning in the Energy Industry
3D printing and scanning are starting to have a significant influence on the energy industry. This includes the design, prototyping and production of energy equipment, and providing essential quality control methods and support. The UK energy sector is a significant...
How Does Reverse Engineering Work?
Reverse engineering (RE) is a mechanical engineering term. It is a process in which you take an existing object and reconstruct it by working backwards to discover how it has been designed and put together. If you think of a conventional design and production process,...
Getting into 3D scanning – contract services and rental
3D scanning has an element of “fear of missing out” as companies look at their competition doing well with it but are weary of investing themselves due to apparent low uptake with their existing clients, the need to skill up and the risk of acquiring something that...
Why You Should Buy 3D Scanners from an Authorised Reseller
3D scanning is a versatile, advanced technology with numerous benefits for industry. But if you want to use the technology, what is the best way of sourcing 3D scanning equipment? First, there is a decision whether to outsource your 3D scanning or to develop your own...
Can I 3D Scan With My Phone?
3D scanning is something you can do using a smartphone, but is it a realistic alternative to more specialised technology and programmes? As scanning technology develops and advances, it is becoming increasingly widespread, and accessible, to a broad range of users....
3D Printing and mass production of protective visors for the NHS
As the whole world is now grappling with Covid19, a note on Central Scanning's activities. Since the end of March 2020 we began to 3D print in excess of 500 face visors on our 3D printers and screens supplied by Stephens Gaskets Ltd. We delivered these 3D printed...
