New Scanner Delivers Tolerance-Driven 3D Metrology
Artec 3D has announced the launch of Artec Neo, the first tolerance-driven wireless 3D scanner, unlocking a new approach to dimensional control and reverse engineering.
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Hexagon and GelSight Integrate Portable Dimensional and Surface Inspection
Hexagon has announced an expanded integration with GelSight, building on the companies’ global partnership first announced in 2024. The new workflow connects the Hexagon Absolute Arm, GelSight Mobile Series 2 and VGMETROLOGY Essential software, giving manufacturers a single environment to capture, align and analyze dimensional and high-resolution surface inspection data.
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CAM2 Enhancements Integrate Handheld 3D Scanning for Casting Inspection
FARO CREAFORM, a global provider of 3D scanning and portable CMM solutions, has announced the launch of new casting inspection enhancements for its CAM2 software platform.
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Renishaw Boosts CMM Reach With PH20 PLUS
Renishaw has introduced the new PH20 PLUS 5-axis touch-trigger system for coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) at IMTS 2026 to replace its established PH20 head. It offers over 50% increase in inspection reach over the original head, which will improve access to features deep inside parts and in hard-to-access areas.
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Keeping CMMs Current Through Flexible Controller Technology
The coordinate measuring machine has remained a fundamental technology in dimensional metrology for more than five decades, but the role of its controller has changed significantly. As manufacturers look to extend the life of existing CMMs while demanding greater flexibility, software compatibility and connectivity, controller technology is increasingly important in keeping mechanically sound machines productive.
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ZEISS Advances Virtual Clamping for Automated Inspection
ZEISS IQS has introduced the latest updates for Virtual Clamping—an app within the ZEISS INSPECT 3D metrology software. In combination with the new Guided Holding Kit, Virtual Clamping enables the precise and flexible clamping of a wide variety of parts – from small to large components made from injection-molded, die-cast, or sheet metal.
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Hexagon Takes Full Ownership of ZG Technology to Accelerate Portable Metrology
Hexagon has acquired the remaining 49 per cent of Wuhan ZG Automation Technology Co., Ltd (ZG Technology), bringing its ownership of the Wuhan-, China based 3D scanning specialist to 100 per cent.
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Hexagon ENSPEC Opens a New Entry Point to Professional CMM Metrology
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence’s Stationary Metrology Division has announced the launch of ENSPEC, its professional-grade bridge coordinate measuring machine (CMM), for the UK and EMEA markets.
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Hexagon Launches AI-Enhanced OPTIV S Optical CMM
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence has announced the launch of its next-generation OPTIV S optical coordinate measuring machine (CMM). The redesigned platform delivers significant improvements in speed, accuracy and usability while introducing a new generation of AI-assisted measurement technologies.
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SHINING 3D Introduces Wireless 3D Scanning and Tracking System
SHINING 3D has introduced EinScan Trak, a 3D scanning and optical tracking system that combines large-area scanning with a detachable handheld laser scanner. The system is designed to allow users to capture medium and large-sized objects using optical tracking, while also providing a handheld configuration for smaller components and difficult-to-access features.
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