The HandySCAN 3D MAX Series is aimed at aerospace teams that need portable, metrology-grade 3D scanning for large and complex components. The next-generation HandySCAN MAX EVO and HandySCAN MAX EVO Elite extend the EVO platform to large-part measurement, covering quality control, quality assurance, maintenance, repair and overhaul, and non-destructive testing workflows.
Two accuracy levels for different inspection needs
The HandySCAN MAX EVO is intended for aerospace product development teams measuring large, complex parts, with volumetric accuracy of 0.150 mm + 0.020 mm/m. The HandySCAN MAX EVO Elite is positioned for quality and NDT work that requires higher precision, with volumetric accuracy of 0.075 mm + 0.010 mm/m. The series is said to maintain measurement reliability and accredited accuracy in line with ISO 17025 and VDI/VDE 2634 standards.
Integrated photogrammetry supports measurement of large and complex parts outside controlled environments. That capability is relevant to aerospace maintenance operations, where inspections may need to take place on the hangar floor and aircraft downtime must be kept to a minimum. The systems are designed to capture 3D data without extensive setup or moving parts to a dedicated inspection area.
Portable measurement at the point of work
The portable design allows teams to capture measurements where aircraft structures and components are being developed, inspected or maintained, rather than relying only on fixed metrology workstations. The systems are designed for 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 fuselage sections, wings and structural assemblies and reduce the setup and disassembly requirements that can slow inspection.
When paired with the Mobility Kit, the MAX Series enables wireless, cable-free inspection for daily quality control. For large aerospace components, the practical value is bringing inspection to the point of work and reducing reliance on fixed workstations, carts and cumbersome cable arrangements.
The EVO platform also includes an embedded screen that provides scanner control and real-time data visualization on the device. Keeping scan data and the physical part within the operator’s line of sight can make measurement more comfortable, including complex, elevated and overhead scanning tasks. Real-time mesh visualization lets operators check data coverage as they scan and identify missed areas before leaving the part.
Fit for hangar and maintenance workflows
For aerospace teams working in hangars and other real-world environments, the combination of mobility, continuous feedback and fast data acquisition is intended 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. The series therefore addresses a practical constraint in large-component metrology: the need to inspect the part where it is, rather than moving it to a fixed measurement room.