3D scanning is a non-destructive technology used to digitally scan a physical object through data points. Digitalizing a ‘real world’ object for multiple purposes. Simply put, it is a device used to easily capture a physical objects exact shape accurately. Using the object data that was scanned, you could convert it to a 3D model, edit the part, make machine files, and produce the part using almost any additive manufacturing technology. The most common of which is 3D printing, see full details on our 3D technologies page. We have found our best success with the technology using Einscan 3D scanners, that is why we partner with Shining 3D as Dealers.