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Date: Wed June 18, 2025
Time: 11am Central Time
Location: Live Online Webinar
Witness 3D metrology's evolution—from calipers to advanced scanning tech with automation, precision & non-contact accuracy. Explore now!
3D metrology is the science of capturing precise measurements of objects in three dimensions. It has evolved dramatically over the past century—starting with manual tools and now relying on highly advanced digital systems. From shop floors to cleanrooms, 3D scanning technology has become a critical tool for ensuring part accuracy, product quality, and manufacturing efficiency.
Let’s explore how 3D metrology has advanced—from its humble beginnings to the high-tech tools that drive modern manufacturing—and how Nel PreTech Corporation delivers expertise at every step of that evolution.
By the mid-20th century, CMMs revolutionized industrial measurement. These machines used touch probes to measure discrete points in 3D space. They brought greater repeatability to metrology, but limitations remained:
In the 1980s and 1990s, digital 3D scanning systems began to reshape the industry. Rather than capturing just a few points, these technologies generate full 3D datasets—creating highly detailed models in a fraction of the time.
3D scanners are only as powerful as the software analyzing their data. Today’s platforms support advanced analysis, automation, and integration into smart manufacturing systems.
The future of 3D metrology lies in faster systems, smarter software, and seamless integration into manufacturing workflows.
From steel rulers to structured light, the tools of 3D measurement have undergone a radical transformation. Today’s 3D scanning services combine speed, accuracy, and digital intelligence—unlocking new levels of product innovation and quality assurance.
Nel PreTech Corporation leverages advanced 3D metrology tools—from blue light and laser scanning to industrial CT—to provide trusted dimensional inspection, reverse engineering, and material analysis services across multiple industries.
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