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CENTRAL SCANNING LIMITED
About us
Central Scanning are an industry leading 3D Printing, 3D Scanning, Reverse Engineering and Inspection specialists based in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire.
We are the only Artec Ambassador & Gold Certified resellers in the UK and are leaders in our field, providing 3D scanning equipment and related software. We are also part of the #HandsOnMetrology network and can provide pre-sales, installation, training and ongoing support.
In addition to our 3D Scanning capabilities, we offer a comprehensive 3D Printing service utilising our in-house 3D printers from Stratasys, Mark Forged, Ultimaker and Prusa. We can print in a wide variety of materials and have the full colour colour muti-material Stratasys J750 printer. We will have many 3D printed parts on display as examples of our work for you to have a look at and discuss with our highly skilled and passionate team.
The expertise of our engineers combined with the 3D Printing / 3D Scanning equipment and related software we have, allows us to offer a comprehensive service to a wide range of clients and are used to working under NDA conditions. We work in our air-conditioned premises or at your facility to meet the project needs.
At this year's Advanced Engineering Show we will be providing product demonstrations on all our latest 3D Scanners, so please come along and see us in action!
However, if you would like to discuss any of your 3D Printing or 3D Scanning requirements before the show, then please give us a call on 01527 558282 or email us at www.info@central-scanning.co.uk
Remember to come and visit us on stand M146 on the 29th & 30th October and we look forward to meeting you then.
Products
Artec 3D Scanners
We offer a range of Artec 3D Scanners to buy and rent, contact us now for more information on the Artec Ray II, Leo, Point, Eva and Spider II. From aerospace, toolmaking and the arts, Artec 3D scanners provide many benefits to many sectors.
ZEISS T-SCAN HAWK 2
The Zeiss T-Scan Hawk 2, is a lightweight 3D laser scanner designed and manufactured by Zeiss, who are renowned for high accuracy, and repeatable measuring equipment. The new scanner weighing less that 1Kg provides a highly portable 3D Scanner that is travel friendly and provides a user-friendly scanning experience working directly within the highly acclaimed Zeiss Quality Suite software. Scanning is performed using remote workflow; there are 4 buttons on the scanner that allows the software to be navigated without using the laptop from up to 10m away.
GOM SCAN 1
The GOM Scan 1 3D scanner is small, mobile and super easy to use. Moreover, this powerful 3D scanner features a compact shape and robust design filled with advanced technologies. This sensor in the scanner is designed to offer 3D data with extreme precision, using both GOM’s Blue Light Technology and the stereo camera idea. Since the sensor only detects narrowband blue light, background light that interferes with image collection can be filtered out. Its strong light source allows for quick measurement periods. Different applications have different requirements. Therefore, the GOM Scan 1 is available in three versions with the measuring volumes: MV 100, MV 200 and MV 400. With all three sensors you can rely on high-precision measurements for small to medium-sized objects.
3D Scanning
WHAT IS 3D SCANNING? 3D Scanning is a fast and efficient process used to collect 3D point cloud data, for the creation of 3 dimensional models. After that, by using specialist software, the 3D data is then quickly processed into a triangle mesh or STL file. WHAT IS 3D SCANNING USED FOR? There are a wide range of applications you can use 3D laser scanning for. For instance, this includes: 3D Modelling, Animation, comparison to CAD and 3D Printing. Furthermore, due to the speed, accuracy and high quality results that 3D Scanning Systems offer, they are now being used widely as an industry standard. WHO USES 3D SCANNING? An ever-growing range of industry sectors use 3D scanning in the UK and worldwide. For instance, this includes: Aerospace, Automotive, Heavy Industry, Research and Development, Investment Castings and Forensic Archaeology. As well as, Sculpture/Arts, Medical, Animation, Film Industry, Tool making, Product Design and Product Development.
GOM ATOS Q
GOM ATOS Q is designed as a flexible 3D scanner for complex measurement and inspection tasks in different industries. Interchangeable lenses ensure high-precision measurements of small to medium-sized parts. Changing from the smallest to the largest measuring volume is easy thanks to the fixed camera position. ATOS Q is the flagship fringe projection scanner from #HandsOnMetrology. It’s a structured light scanner, which uses fringe projection, allowing it to scan parts. For example, using structured light and blue light technology to scan a black injection moulded part. It can take a scan in just a couple of seconds.
3D Printing
WHAT IS 3D PRINTING? It is an additive method of manufacturing. STL or CAD (computer-aided design) files can be printed from a digital format, to a physical object by laying down successive layers to build up the object. We offer full colour, multi polymer material 3D printing. Furthermore, working models with moving parts can be 3D printed in one go thanks to the additive manufacturing technique. WHY WOULD YOU WANT TO 3D PRINT AN OBJECT? 3D printing is commonly used as a form of 3D rapid prototyping. Therefore, through 3D printing rapid prototyping, manufacturing and engineering companies can verify and change designs more often. Consequently, spending less money and time doing so! In addition, another benefit of rapid prototyping is that you can have an end result that works the first time. Meeting your customers’ demands and overall makes your company more competitive. Rapid prototyping can also be useful in your marketing material and for sales pitches! Tools and parts are frequently 3D printed and the materials we offer are widely used for these applications.
Reverse Engineering
Alongside our 3D scanning solutions, we also have a dedicated team of engineers, we can reverse engineer components and products for further engineering and/or remanufacturing existing parts. Our reverse engineering solutions cover a wide range of industries. As a result, we input and output data in most industry used formats including: stl, .iges, .step, .asc, .xyz, .txt, .ply, .obj, .3ds, .wrl, .x_t. Typical applications include heritage, preservation, OEM manufacturing, product design, aerospace, medical, engineering, dental, and anything else! Our reverse engineering solutions start with 3D scanning. Once we have scanned an item, we import the data into reverse engineering software. Raw scan data and STL/OBJ files are made of millions of triangles which are decimated to be larger on planar surfaces and smaller when there are detailed features. Reverse engineering software is used to highlight the key features of the item, such as planar surfaces, cylinders, and other features. These features are the basis of the CAD model created after the scanning.
