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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How to perform detailed measurement on large parts & assemblies

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

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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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88% reduced measurement & inspection time by 25-50%...
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Tri-State Plastics invests in FARO technology to take advantage of growing aerospace industry

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FARO ScanArm helps users maximize customer satisfaction

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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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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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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...

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.

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

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Scanning technology gives new perspective to Apollo 11 anniversary

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