One Portfolio. Many Measurement Possibilities.

FARO CREAFORM combines the expertise, technologies, and innovation of two leaders in portable metrology to help manufacturers solve complex 3D measurement challenges with confidence in the results.
With the industry's most versatile portfolio of portable and automated 3D measurement solutions, manufacturers can improve quality, accelerate product development, and increase productivity.
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Decades of Metrology Experience

 

FARO CREAFORM brings together the complementary strengths of FARO Technologies and CREAFORM to deliver a comprehensive portfolio of 3D measurement solutions for industrial applications.

Through handheld 3D scanners, optical CMMs, measuring arms, laser trackers, metrology software, and automated quality control solutions, FARO CREAFORM supports workflows ranging from product development and manufacturing to quality control and maintenance, enabling manufacturers to measure parts and tooling with metrology-grade accuracy.

By combining technologies from both organizations, FARO CREAFORM helps customers address a wide range of 3D measurement challenges, such as inspecting complex geometries and large parts, measuring critical features and difficult surface finishes, reverse engineering existing parts, and automating quality control processes.

Together, these capabilities provide a more complete approach to industrial 3D measurement—through one partner, one portfolio, and one trusted source of expertise. By delivering accurate 3D measurements across the product lifecycle, FARO CREAFORM helps manufacturers move from hindsight to foresight and make decisions with greater confidence.

Large Part Inspection

The Right Measurement Solution Starts Here.

A practical guide to selecting the best technology for measuring large and complex parts.

✓ Match Technology to Your Application
✓ Support Digital Twin Initiatives
✓ Improve inspection efficiency
✓ Achieve Metrology-Grade Accuracy
✓ Optimize Inspection Workflows
✓ Improve Quality Control Efficiency

Solutions: FaroArm®, HandySCAN 3D MAX Series™, and MetraSCAN 3D™

One Technology. Endless Industrial Applications

Product designers

Product Designers

Shorten product development and accelerate time to market.
Reverse engineering professionals

Reverse Engineering Professionals

Transform existing parts into accurate CAD models.
Production Managers

Production Managers

Reduce production delays and improve process efficiency.
Quality engineers

Quality Engineers

Detect errors earlier in the manufacturing process.
Tooling Managers

Tooling Managers

Validate tooling performance and minimize costly rework
Metrology specialists

Metrology Specialists

Perform complex 3D measurements with confidence in the results.
Maintenance and Service Teams

Maintenance and Service Teams

Assess asset condition and plan maintenance more effectively.
Educational Program Managers

Educational Program Managers

Integrate 3D measurement technologies into engineering courses

Technology That Moves Industry Forward

Explore FARO CREAFORM Solutions

Handheld 3D Scanners

Capture accurate 3D measurements with the portability and flexibility...

Optical CMM 3D Scanners

Perform metrology-grade inspections with portability and flexibility.

Portable CMMs and Probing Systems

Inspect critical dimensions and geometric features that require...

Laser Trackers

Measure large-scale parts and assemblies with high accuracy.

Metrology Software

Analyze 3D data, automate workflows, and generate inspection...

Automated Quality Control Solutions

Increase throughput and consistency with automated measurement...

Where Possibilities Takes Form

One Metrology Partner for All your 3D Measurement Needs


  • Access to the industry’s most versatile portable and automated 3D measurement solutions
  • Address a broad range of industry applications and part sizes
  • Ensure improved product development, manufacturing, and quality control
  • The right solution for every measurement workflow need

Decades of Metrology Expertise


  • Nearly 50 years of combined metrology expertise
  • Trusted by more than 10,000 customers
  • Solve complex 3D measurement challenges with confidence in results
  • Varied industries and applications, supporting everyday inspection tasks to the most demanding projects

Metrology Rigor and Highest Quality Standards


  • ISO 9001, 14001, and 27001 for certified processes
  • ISO/IEC 17025 for accredited calibration and testing practices
  • ISO 10360 and VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3, for compliance with globally recognized metrology standards

First-Class Customer Support


  • Local specialists, backed by a global organization
  • Multi-lingual support
  • Regional service centers
  • A dedicated, solutions-focused team

Trusted by Industry Leaders Worldwide

Aerospace And Defense

3D measurement technology plays a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, quality, and readiness across many aerospace and defense industry applications. Whether verifying the dimensional integrity of an aircraft, vehicles, naval vessels, weapons components, and aerospace structures, 3D measurement solutions help enable improved operational reliability, reduced downtime, accelerated production cycles, and greater confidence in the performance of defense systems, while maintaining quality records for future use.

Automotive And Transportation

In the automotive and transportation industries, 3D measurement solutions are measuring up in a big way. Together, they help manufacturers accelerate development, improve quality, and maintain production efficiency while validating vehicle components, tooling, body structures, and assembled systems. With accurate data, teams can identify deviations, optimize manufacturing processes, support quality control, and reduce costly rework, ensuring safer, higher-quality vehicles reach consumer and commercial markets, faster.

Consumer Products

From appliances and consumer electronics to sporting goods and household products, manufacturers rely on 3D measurement solutions to deliver better products to market with ease. The technology helps teams evaluate prototypes, compare parts to CAD models, validate tooling, and resolve production issues earlier in the manufacturing process –before they impact quality. By capturing this critical data, companies can reduce design iterations, improve product fit and function, and ensure a consistent customer experience across every product they produce.

Research and Education

From university engineering programs and research labs to R&D centers and testing facilities, organizations employ 3D measurement solutions to capture accurate measurement data for analysis, innovation, and validation. 3D scanning enables researchers, educators, and students to document complex geometries, study physical objects, validate designs, and support advanced research initiatives. By generating detailed digital representations of physical parts and structures, 3D measurement helps enhance learning and accelerate the discovery of new knowledge.
Partnering with FARO CREAFORM has taken our quality control department to the next level. Their advanced equipment and outstanding support have made a real difference in how we work. More importantly, they’ve helped us gain the insights we need to improve performance, and that has directly contributed to making our race cars faster.
Michael Armstrong
Quality ControlTechnician, RFK Racing
  • What is FARO CREAFORM?

    FARO CREAFORM is a global provider of portable and automated 3D measurement solutions, combining the strengths of FARO's 3D Measurement business and CREAFORM to help manufacturers solve complex 3D measurement challenges with confidence in the results.

  • How is FARO CREAFORM different from other FARO solutions?

    FARO CREAFORM focuses on portable metrology and 3D measurement technologies. It combines hardware, software, and automated quality control solutions used to capture, analyze, and validate 3D measurements throughout the manufacturing process.
  • What products are part of FARO CREAFORM?

    The FARO CREAFORM portfolio includes handheld 3D scanners, optical CMM 3D scanners, portable CMMs, probing systems, laser trackers, metrology software, and automated quality control solutions.
  • Who typically uses FARO CREAFORM solutions?

    FARO CREAFORM solutions are used by quality engineers, manufacturing engineers, metrology specialists, product designers, reverse engineering professionals, and maintenance teams across a variety of industries.
  • Which industries benefit most from FARO CREAFORM technologies?

    Industries including automotive and transportation, aerospace and defense, heavy industry and manufacturing, power generation, consumer products, and research and education benefit from FARO CREAFORM solutions wherever accurate 3D measurement is required.
  • How do FARO CREAFORM solutions work together?

    FARO CREAFORM solutions are designed as a comprehensive 3D measurement ecosystem. Customers can combine complementary hardware, software, and automated measurement technologies within the FARO CREAFORM portfolio to support a wide range of applications, workflows, and part sizes. This integrated approach provides greater flexibility when selecting the right tools for each 3D measurement challenge while delivering a consistent user experience.
  • How can I get started with FARO CREAFORM?

    You can explore the complete portfolio of portable and automated 3D measurement solutions, review industry-specific applications, read client success stories, or contact a FARO CREAFORM specialist today to discuss your measurement requirements.
  • Ready to Solve Your 3D Measurement Challenges?

    Discover how FARO CREAFORM can help you solve complex 3D measurement challenges with confidence in the results.

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