What Is the Hexagon Absolute Arm? | Portable CMM for Industrial Measurement

What is the Hexagon Absolute Arm, and how does it support accurate measurement outside the inspection room? The Hexagon Absolute Arm is a portable CMM built for workshops, foundries, and other demanding industrial environments. Its rugged design, flexible scanning capabilities and ergonomic features help teams measure more while maintaining accuracy and repeatability. In this video, see how IP54 protection, SHINE scanning technology and operator-focused design support clean scan data, hard-to-reach measurements and longer inspection sessions. ? Explore the Hexagon Absolute Arm and portable CMM solutions: https://hexagon.com/products/product-groups/measurement-inspection-hardware/portable-measuring-arms'utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organic-social&utm_content=absolute-arm-overview-os&utm_campaign=na-us-2026-pm-mvp-handheld-3d-scanners Common questions answered: • What is the Hexagon Absolute Arm? • Where can a portable CMM arm be used? • Can the Absolute Arm scan hard-to-reach areas? • How does it improve measurement reproducibility? ? What this Hexagon Absolute Arm video highlights: • IP54-rated protection against dust and fluids • Measurement in workshops, foundries, and demanding environments • SHINE algorithms for clean, high-quality scan data • Removable pistol grip for hard-to-reach areas • Zero-G counterbalance and low-friction grips • Ergonomic design that helps reduce operator fatigue Chapters: 00:00 Absolute Arm for harsh industrial environments 00:18 Accurate 3D scanning across different surfaces 00:36 Measuring hard-to-reach areas 00:51 Ergonomic scanning and reduced operator fatigue