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How one 3D scanning company is elevating the Automotive Industry

If you’ve ever been working closely on a manufacturing production line, you know how much time it can take to research and implement the perfect part. A company that understands that problem very intimately is Shining 3D


What is Shining 3D?

Shining 3D is one of the industries most innovative companies in the 3D printing industry that provides its users with technology that makes your production smooth and seamless. The company knows that there are a multitude of user-bases that have specific needs, so they are designed to work for all purposes.

Their scanners allow users to better inspect objects for a more detailed breakdown, and encourage them to completely reverse engineer objects for future use.


How do I pick the right scanner?

Choosing the right 3D scanner can be complicated, especially if you have no experience with the technology. So, take a look at our extensive handheld scanner guide to gain some key insight onto what scanners might work for you. 


User Cases

The best way to tell if a product actually works is to see how it performs in action. So, take a look at some automotive user case studies from Shining 3D customers.

Emergency Vehicles from System Strobel

When the people you transport in your vehicles are in the midst of a medical emergency, you want to make sure that it’s ready for anything that might happen. With that ideology in mind, System Strobel, a commercial vehicle manufacturer specializing in ambulance, patient transport and emergency vehicles, makes it happen.

Using the power of the Einscan HX, the company was able to capture a high resolution 3D scan of an Audi A6’s trunk. This helped them to completely customize the rear of the vehicle to store crucial medical equipment in a safe and secure environment.

Custom Printed Motorcycle from Fuller Auto

Have you ever been so frustrated by your current vehicle that you decide to take matters into your own hands? Well, Bryan Fuller of Fuller Auto did exactly that

Using an EinScan Pro 2X Plus Multifunctional Handheld 3D Scanner, he was able to add some key after-market parts like a PWR Radiator to fully customize his riding experience. Instead of using the old-school conventional ways of measuring and designing, the Einscan allows users to get the best results and provide the most accurate and efficient experience.

How? By utilizing a three step process that emphasizes data acquisition, their point cloud system, and their final meshing technology.