3D Inspection Service
Leveraging the unmatched capabilities of Artec and ZEISS 3D scanners, we provide comprehensive inspection services designed to meet the high precision and accuracy demands of sectors including aerospace, automotive, toolmaking, and more.
Accurate measurement of your crucial parts
In today’s competitive landscape, the quality of components and products cannot be compromised.
Our 3D inspection services are crucial for:

Ensuring Compliance and Precision
Whether it’s aerospace components requiring millimetre accuracy or automotive parts needing rigorous quality checks, our 3D inspection services provide the assurance of compliance with the highest standards.

Enhancing Efficiency and Reducing Cost
Identifying defects early in the manufacturing process reduces the need for costly reworks and ensures projects stay on schedule and within budget.

Facilitating Reverse Engineering
Our scanners excel in reverse engineering tasks, providing detailed insights necessary for reproducing or improving existing designs.
Central Scanning Success Stories
Learn how Central Scanning are using 3D scanners for 3D inspections, analysis and metrology
Reviving a British Heritage: Craven Dunnill and Central Scanning Rebuild a Historic Pub through 3D Scanning
Central Scanning Brings A Legendary Racecar To Life For Hornby: The Journey Of Recreating The 1972 Lotus 72D
Preserving the Past with the Artec Leo: How Central Scanning Brought History to Life at the Yorkshire Museum
Applications for 3D Inspection Services
Addressing Your Manufacturing Challenges
Measuring Complex Parts
In toolmaking and engineering, complexity is then norm in many industries. Utilising a 3D scanner is as efficient for intricate parts as for more straightforward components, offering substantial time savings and ensuring that every detail meets your stringent standards.
Creating a Digital Twin
Digital replication through 3D scanning creates precise CAD files or digital twins. These are invaluable for testing, redesigns, or maintaining a digital inventory of parts for future reference, aiding in both the preservation of legacy parts and the innovation of new designs.
Determining Part Failure
When the cause of a parts failure is difficult to identify, 3D scanning offers a comprehensive view, identifying potential issues that aren’t immediately apparent. This insight, paired with professional analysis, can directly focus on critical areas for revision and root cause analysis.
Digital Manufacturing
The journey doesn’t end with scanning. The versatility of a provider like Central Scanning means post-scan processes such as 3D printing, reverse engineering, and more are seamlessly integrated, further enhancing the value and application of your scanned data.
Our Scanners and Software
- Artec 3D Scanners:
Known for their portability and ease of use, Artec scanners like the Leo and Eva are ideal for capturing intricate details of complex shapes, facilitating both on-site inspections and comprehensive analysis. - ZEISS/GOM Scanners:
These scanners set the benchmark for industrial-grade precision and reliability. Ideal for inspections and in-depth surface analysis, ZEISS and GOM solutions are indispensable for ensuring component integrity. - Software Integration:
Our scanners are supported by powerful software solutions, offering advanced analysis tools for detailed inspection reports, ensuring insights gained are actionable and directly applicable to improving product design and manufacturing processes.
How do we ensure data accuracy?
Utilising scanners known for their precision, we guarantee data that faithfully represents your physical object, enhanced by software that allows for detailed analysis and CAD model perfection.
What sets Central Scanning apart?
Our commitment to excellence is evident in our status as an approved supplier, a Gold Ambassador for Artec 3D, and our ‘world-class’ standing. With Central Scanning, you’re choosing a partner dedicated to advancing your projects with the latest in 3D technology.
Why Choose Central Scanning for Your 3D Inspection Needs?
- Expertise You Can Trust:
With over a decade of experience, our team possesses deep industry knowledge and technical expertise, ensuring your inspection needs are met with unparalleled precision. - Tailored Inspection Solutions:
We understand that each project has its unique challenges. Our experts work closely with you to tailor our 3D inspection services to your specific requirements, ensuring optimal outcomes. - Comprehensive Support and Training:
Beyond providing top-tier 3D inspection services, we offer thorough training and support, empowering your team to leverage 3D scanning technology effectively.
3D Inspection Service FAQs
What is Inspection and what is involved?
With scan data, you create an alignment between the ‘nominal’ and the ‘actual/scan data’ which sets the datum for measuring and you then compare the 2 items using a graphical colour/heat map or you can take measurements digitally on screen. You can then repeat the measurement analysis if you have multiple parts to measure.
Do you only Inspect your own scans?
All of the work is done under NDA to make sure that you or your client is comfortable that the data is kept securely. At the end of a project, if required we can delete all of the project from our server and sign an agreement to confirm.
Which software do you use to Inspect Parts?
If I have a batch of, for example 30 parts, can the inspection process be automated?
How are the costs affected with batch inspection?
Get Your Parts 3D Inspected
Contact us to discuss how our 3D inspection services can benefit your projects and take the first step towards unparalleled precision and quality assurance.

Central Scanning Limited
Unit 9, Wildmoor Mill,
Mill Lane,
Wildmoor,
Bromsgrove,
Worcestershire,
B61 0BX.
Mon – Thu: 08:30am – 5:30pm
Fri : 08:30am – 4:30pm
Sat – Sun : Closed
Company Reg. No: 5792923 | VAT No: 883949261