Creaform Inc. has launched the MetraSCAN-R series of robot-mounted optical CMM 3D scanners for automated inspection on and off the production line. The devices will be world-premiered at the CONTROL tradeshow next week in Stuttgart, Germany (Hall 5, booth #5108). With the MetraSCAN-R series, Creaform is expanding its range of solutions for inspection applications dedicated to the industrial/manufacturing sectors. The scanners are offered in two versions (70-R and 210-R) and designed for automated and robotized inspection applications such as on-line inspection in mass production (up to a few hundreds parts a day), on-line inspection of parts ranging from 0.5 to 3 meters in size, part-to-CAD analysis, supplier product quality inspection, conformity assessment of 3D models against original parts /production tooling or manufactured parts against originals. Benefits of the MetraSCAN-R 3D Scanners. Fast: Inspection of up to a few hundred parts per day, directly on the production line. Highly-accurate measurements: The TRUaccuracy technology guarantees accuracy of up to 0.085 mm in shop floor conditions (no matter instability, vibrations, thermal variation, etc.). Accuracy is determined by the optical CMM scanner and independent from the robot. Dynamic referencing: With the C-Track's dynamic referencing mode, the coordinate system can be literally 'locked' onto the part being measured, thus maintaining part alignment during the entire scanning process. Automatic alignment: Instant and reliable alignment phase. Optical reflectors allow automatic detection of the part alignment. Versatility: The solution can be fully configured and programmed (inspection programs) to meet inspection automation projects requirements for parts of various sizes and shapes.

Creaform Inc. introduced the new Health Care Partner 3D Scanner, the only handheld 3D scanner developed specifically for human body scanning. Based on the Go!SCAN 3D technology, the HCP 3D Scanner offers high accuracy, portability and intuitiveness. Health Care Partner 3D scanner highlights, scanning sessions are extremely short, which makes for shorter consultation times and leads to more patients being treated. WYSIWYG: 3D surface is generated as scan, which makes for minimal waiting time. Handheld and lightweight, it is very easy to use and can be operated by technicians without prior experience. Non contact, non invasive 3D scan process for minimal discomfort for the patient. Slight movements from the patients won't impact measurement accuracy.

Creaform Inc. reported sales results for the third quarter of 2012. For the quarter, the company reported sales of CAD 10 million, which makes for a 24% year-over-year growth. Worldwide technology bookings in third quarter are also up an exceptional 85% over 2011. The company said it is having an exceptional second semester so far, and the company is confident to reach 2012 annual sales target of CAD 45 million.