Webinar
Ultimate 3D Scanning Buyer’s Guide | How to Choose the Right 3D Scanner for Your Application
October 14, 2026 11:00 AM America/New_York
Investing in a 3D scanner can dramatically improve your product development, manufacturing, and inspection processes.
With so many hardware, software, and workflow options available, determining the right solution for your business can be challenging. Selecting the wrong scanner can lead to unnecessary costs, workflow inefficiencies, and limited long-term value.
Join TriMech Scanning Specialist Brian Metzger as he walks through the key factors every organization should evaluate before purchasing a 3D scanner. Drawing on years of experience helping manufacturers implement scanning technology, Brian will explain how to identify the right scanner for your applications, prioritize critical requirements, and build a business case that demonstrates a strong return on investment.
This session will provide practical guidance to help you make a confident and informed purchasing decision.
In this 3D scanning webinar, you will learn:
Why organizations add 3D scanning to their workflows for applications such as reverse engineering and QA/QC
The most important scanner specifications to evaluate, including part size, accuracy, resolution, workflow, and budget considerations
Which software tools can help maximize the value of your 3D scanning investment
How to distinguish between must-have requirements and nice-to-have features when selecting a scanner
Methods for calculating and justifying the ROI of a 3D scanning solution
Speaker Spotlight
Brian Metzger
Brian Metzger has worked at TriMech since 2013. Brian became a SOLIDWORKS Elite Application Engineer before transitioning to a focus on 3D Scanning. His experience includes onboarding and training hundreds of clients on Artec, Zeiss, and Geomagic tools to improve their workflow with 3D Scanning.