What to Consider When Choosing a 3D Scanner for Industrial Use | Hexagon Scanning Solutions

Choosing a 3D scanner for industrial use? The right solution depends on what you need to inspect, the size of your parts, your application, and how the scan data will be used after capture. In this video, we discuss what manufacturers should consider when selecting an industrial 3D scanner, including why there is no one-size-fits-all scanning solution, how different scanners support applications ranging from small, detailed components to aircraft and rockets, and how Geomagic Design X transforms captured scan data into usable CAD models for reverse engineering. Hexagon’s 3D scanning portfolio supports a wide range of industrial applications, including inspection, portable measurement, structured light scanning, reverse engineering, and scan-to-CAD workflows. ? Explore Hexagon 3D scanning solutions for industrial inspection and reverse engineering workflows: https://bit.ly/4oKp0v7 ? What this industrial 3D scanner video highlights: • Why different 3D scanners are built for different industrial applications • How part size, inspection needs, and industry requirements affect scanner selection • When stationary scanning equipment or portable 3D scanners may be the right fit • How 3D scanning supports inspection for small components, large objects, aircraft, and rockets • How scan data can be used for reverse engineering and CAD workflows • How Geomagic Design X helps bridge 3D scan data into CAD programs like SOLIDWORKS, NX, Creo, AutoCAD, and 3D printing workflows • Why mesh cleanup, CAD feature creation, and live transfer capabilities matter after scanning In this video: 00:00 Introduction to industrial 3D scanning solutions 00:16 How Hexagon approaches different scanning needs 00:25 Why there is no single type of 3D scanner 00:35 Matching 3D scanners to different industries and applications 00:46 Portable 3D scanning for large objects, aircraft, and rockets 01:12 Why different scanners have different strengths 01:50 How scan data supports reverse engineering 02:03 Bridging 3D scans into CAD with Geomagic 02:18 Cleaning scan meshes and creating CAD features 03:05 Geomagic Design X for reverse engineering workflows 04:21 Live transfer into CAD programs 05:29 Final takeaways