Portable Measurement Arms

With seamless 8-Axis integration, various lengths, both contact and non-contact configurations and integrations with other FARO solutions, discover why our FaroArms and ScanArms are the global standard for Portable 3D Measurement Arms.

Understanding Portable Measurement Arms

The world relies on measurement to operate, and for hundreds of years this has been accomplished by the tools of the time — hand tools such as calipers and micrometers, which provided basic measure...

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Fabricator tips & solutions in tube bending [webinar]

Join the pros as we take a look a the challenges faced in tube fabrication, and how the FaroArm® and VTube-LASER make the impossible, possible.

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Portable CMMs carry the day

Plasan uses a 4-meter Quantum S ScanArm to inspect very large & heavy parts for armored vehicles. The ability for them to quickly & accurately measure right on the production floor is a game changer.

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How to perform detailed measurement on large parts & assemblies

In this video, we are capturing 3D data on a high-performance, 32-foot racing catamaran for the purpose of verifying conformance to CAD and optimizing for future designs. The concepts shown are app...

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88% reduced measurement & inspection time by 25-50%...
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Metrology & manufacturing: 2020 trends & solutions with FARO [webinar]

Join the experts at FARO as we take a look at the challenges faced across the manufacturing industry and the emerging trends and solutions of 2020. Learn how solutions such as automated in-line ins...

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Scan more, faster with the 8-Axis Quantum ScanArm

See the benefits of the 8-Axis Quantum ScanArm for 3D measurement for yourself — including the ability to scan larger parts with better ergonomics, more accuracy, and up to 40% faster scanning speed.

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Tri-State Plastics invests in FARO technology to take advantage of growing aerospace industry

Tri-State Plastics made a strategic decision to expand into the aerospace parts business. To meet the inspection accuracy & volume requirements, they invested in FARO portable measurement arms

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FARO ScanArm helps users maximize customer satisfaction

Composiflex is a world-class maker of composites products, relying on the FARO ScanArm to maintain high-quality, customer satisfaction and win new business.

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Guided assembly & QA validation for fabrication, metalforming & welding

See a roundup of our latest resources for fabricators, metalformers & welders.

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ScanArm & CAM2 drive award-winning quality in manufacturing

After investing in a Quantum ScanArm and CAM2, Industrial Custom Products achieved 50% faster inspection, cost savings on jigs and up to 70% shorter time-to-market.

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Applied GD&T: inside the machining world [webinar]

The third installment of our GD&T series takes us inside the machining shop, showing you how Measurement Arms solve the QA challenges unique to the industry.

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Industrial producer saves time, reduces scrap & satisfies customers

Implementing a Quantum S ScanArm allowed Brodie International to achieve their inspection accuracy requirements, perform inspections faster, reduce scap and rework and improve customer satisfaction.

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Scanning technology gives new perspective to Apollo 11 anniversary

Few accomplishments of human ingenuity and ambition in recent history captured our collective attention as completely as when we took our first steps on the moon, 50 years ago this year. People can...

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Embrace the 3D digital world & watch your business grow [webinar]

Are you ready for the exciting world of 3D product design? Learn about 3D product design tools that will help you to quickly meet your customer needs and react faster to competitive threats...

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Portable vs. fixed coordinate measuring machines (CMMs)

This whitepaper contrasts and compares fixed CMMs to portable CMMs and provides insights that will help you determine which solution may be best for your applications.

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How easy is full-color 3D scanning? Design World interviews us to see…

Discover how easy 3D scanning can be! Design World and Make Parts Fast Associate Editor Mike Santora takes part in a live demo of the FARO 8-Axis Design ScanArm 2.5C...

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Elevating the classroom experience with 3D technology

When students have opportunities to learn emerging technologies in a hands-on environment, they bring those lessons into their professional careers — a win for students, educators and businesses...

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3D scanning the past at the Smithsonian

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VTube & Quantum Arm: winning combination for tube measuring

Learn how tube bending setup and planning efforts can be reduced by as much as 8:1 using a Quantum Arm and Advanced Tubular VTube-Laser software – fast ROI.

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Portable Measurement Arms

Understanding Portable Measurement Arms

The world relies on measurement to operate, and for hundreds of years this has been accomplished by the tools of the time — hand tools such as calipers and micrometers, which provided basic measure...

Fabricator tips & solutions in tube bending [webinar]

Join the pros as we take a look a the challenges faced in tube fabrication, and how the FaroArm® and VTube-LASER make the impossible, possible.

Portable CMMs carry the day

Plasan uses a 4-meter Quantum S ScanArm to inspect very large & heavy parts for armored vehicles. The ability for them to quickly & accurately measure right on the production floor is a game changer.

How to perform detailed measurement on large parts & assemblies

In this video, we are capturing 3D data on a high-performance, 32-foot racing catamaran for the purpose of verifying conformance to CAD and optimizing for future designs. The concepts shown are app...

Metrology & manufacturing: 2020 trends & solutions with FARO [webinar]

Join the experts at FARO as we take a look at the challenges faced across the manufacturing industry and the emerging trends and solutions of 2020. Learn how solutions such as automated in-line ins...

Scan more, faster with the 8-Axis Quantum ScanArm

See the benefits of the 8-Axis Quantum ScanArm for 3D measurement for yourself — including the ability to scan larger parts with better ergonomics, more accuracy, and up to 40% faster scanning speed.

Tri-State Plastics invests in FARO technology to take advantage of growing aerospace industry

Tri-State Plastics made a strategic decision to expand into the aerospace parts business. To meet the inspection accuracy & volume requirements, they invested in FARO portable measurement arms

From classic to fantastic: restoring & modifying cars with Kindig-It Design

See how a custom car fabrication shop uses reverse engineering technology to quickly and reliably transform premium cars.

FARO ScanArm helps users maximize customer satisfaction

Composiflex is a world-class maker of composites products, relying on the FARO ScanArm to maintain high-quality, customer satisfaction and win new business.

Guided assembly & QA validation for fabrication, metalforming & welding

See a roundup of our latest resources for fabricators, metalformers & welders.

ScanArm & CAM2 drive award-winning quality in manufacturing

After investing in a Quantum ScanArm and CAM2, Industrial Custom Products achieved 50% faster inspection, cost savings on jigs and up to 70% shorter time-to-market.

Applied GD&T: inside the machining world [webinar]

The third installment of our GD&T series takes us inside the machining shop, showing you how Measurement Arms solve the QA challenges unique to the industry.

Industrial producer saves time, reduces scrap & satisfies customers

Implementing a Quantum S ScanArm allowed Brodie International to achieve their inspection accuracy requirements, perform inspections faster, reduce scap and rework and improve customer satisfaction.

Scanning technology gives new perspective to Apollo 11 anniversary

Few accomplishments of human ingenuity and ambition in recent history captured our collective attention as completely as when we took our first steps on the moon, 50 years ago this year. People can...

Embrace the 3D digital world & watch your business grow [webinar]

Are you ready for the exciting world of 3D product design? Learn about 3D product design tools that will help you to quickly meet your customer needs and react faster to competitive threats...

Portable vs. fixed coordinate measuring machines (CMMs)

This whitepaper contrasts and compares fixed CMMs to portable CMMs and provides insights that will help you determine which solution may be best for your applications.

How easy is full-color 3D scanning? Design World interviews us to see…

Discover how easy 3D scanning can be! Design World and Make Parts Fast Associate Editor Mike Santora takes part in a live demo of the FARO 8-Axis Design ScanArm 2.5C...

Elevating the classroom experience with 3D technology

When students have opportunities to learn emerging technologies in a hands-on environment, they bring those lessons into their professional careers — a win for students, educators and businesses...

3D scanning the past at the Smithsonian

How the Smithsonian & FARO are working to scan Smithsonian collections - 3D scanning is a rapidly advancing technology that maps real-world objects onto 3D computer models. The applications of 3D s...

VTube & Quantum Arm: winning combination for tube measuring

Learn how tube bending setup and planning efforts can be reduced by as much as 8:1 using a Quantum Arm and Advanced Tubular VTube-Laser software – fast ROI.