The HandySCAN 3D MAX Series is designed to bring portable, metrology-grade 3D scanning to aerospace product development and quality workflows involving large, complex components. The next-generation HandySCAN MAX EVO and HandySCAN MAX EVO Elite extend the EVO platform to large-part measurement, with applications spanning quality control, quality assurance, maintenance, repair and overhaul, and non-destructive testing.
Two accuracy levels for different workflows
The HandySCAN MAX EVO is specified with volumetric accuracy of 0.150 mm + 0.020 mm/m. It is intended for product development teams that need to capture measurements where aircraft structures and components are being developed, inspected or maintained, rather than relying exclusively on fixed metrology workstations. The system is described as capable of measuring a broad range of part sizes, complex geometries and challenging surface conditions, including highly reflective materials, without surface preparation. This can help streamline work on components such as fuselage sections, wings and structural assemblies by reducing setup and disassembly requirements.
The HandySCAN MAX EVO Elite is specified at 0.075 mm + 0.010 mm/m for large-component inspection and non-destructive testing workflows that require higher precision. The MAX Series is designed to maintain measurement reliability and accredited accuracy in accordance with ISO 17025 and VDI/VDE 2634 standards.
Measurement outside controlled environments
Integrated photogrammetry supports accurate measurement of large and complex parts outside controlled environments. The capability is presented as particularly relevant to aerospace maintenance operations, where inspections often need to take place on the hangar floor and aircraft downtime must be minimized. The system is designed to capture 3D data without extensive setup or moving parts to a dedicated inspection area.
Wireless inspection at the point of work
When paired with the Mobility Kit, the MAX Series enables wireless, cable-free inspections for daily quality control. For large aerospace components, the practical aim is to bring inspection directly to the point of work and reduce reliance on fixed workstations, carts and cumbersome cable setups.
Embedded screen and real-time feedback
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 work, 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.
For aerospace teams working in hangars and other real-world environments, the combination of mobility, continuous feedback and fast data acquisition is positioned as a more efficient scan-to-report process. Technicians can move freely around large aircraft structures and hard-to-reach areas, capture data directly at the asset and complete inspections with less interruption to maintenance and quality workflows.