Creaform's HandySCAN 3D MAX Series is designed to bring portable, metrology-grade 3D scanning to large and complex aerospace components, extending the EVO platform beyond fixed metrology workstations. The line includes the HandySCAN MAX EVO and the higher-precision HandySCAN MAX EVO Elite.
The MAX EVO is aimed at aerospace product development teams. It has volumetric accuracy of 0.150 mm + 0.020 mm/m and is intended for a broad range of part sizes, complex geometries and challenging surface conditions. Creaform says the system can measure highly reflective materials without surface preparation, which can streamline work on components such as fuselage sections, wings and structural assemblies. Because the scanner is portable, measurements can be taken where aircraft structures and components are being developed, inspected or maintained.
For quality teams and non-destructive testing workflows that require higher precision, the MAX EVO Elite offers volumetric accuracy of 0.075 mm + 0.010 mm/m. The MAX Series is described as maintaining measurement reliability and accredited accuracy in accordance with ISO 17025 and VDI/VDE 2634 standards. Integrated photogrammetry supports accurate measurement of large, complex parts outside controlled environments.
The series is positioned for quality control, quality assurance, maintenance, repair and overhaul, and non-destructive testing workflows. Its value proposition rests on bringing inspection to the asset rather than moving large parts to a dedicated inspection area. Creaform highlights aerospace maintenance, repair and overhaul as a key setting, where inspections often need to take place on the hangar floor and aircraft downtime must be minimized.
The scanner's portability and photogrammetry capability are presented as ways to capture 3D data without extensive setup or moving parts to a dedicated inspection area. The company also says the approach can reduce the setup and disassembly requirements that can slow aerospace inspection.
When paired with the Mobility Kit, the MAX Series enables wireless, cable-free inspections for daily quality control. The EVO platform includes an embedded screen that brings scanner control and real-time data visualization to the device. Keeping scan data and the physical part within the operator's line of sight is intended to support more comfortable measurement, including complex, elevated and overhead scanning tasks. Real-time mesh visualization also lets operators validate data coverage as they scan and identify missed areas before leaving the part.
The combination of mobility, continuous feedback and fast data acquisition is positioned to support a more efficient scan-to-report process. Technicians can move around large aircraft structures and hard-to-reach areas, capture data at the asset and complete inspections with less interruption to maintenance and quality workflows.