The HandySCAN 3D MAX Series is designed to bring portable, metrology-grade 3D scanning to aerospace product development and quality workflows. The next-generation HandySCAN MAX EVO and HandySCAN MAX EVO Elite extend the EVO platform to large-part measurement, targeting quality control, quality assurance, maintenance, repair and overhaul, and non-destructive testing.
Two accuracy levels for large parts
The MAX EVO is positioned for aerospace product development teams measuring large, complex components. Its listed volumetric accuracy is 0.150 mm + 0.020 mm/m. The MAX EVO Elite, aimed at quality and non-destructive testing workflows that require higher precision, is listed at 0.075 mm + 0.010 mm/m. The series is described as maintaining measurement reliability and accredited accuracy in accordance with ISO 17025 and VDI/VDE 2634 standards.
Both models are intended to handle a broad range of part sizes, complex geometries and challenging surface conditions, including highly reflective materials, without surface preparation. The design is intended to reduce setup and disassembly requirements for components such as fuselage sections, wings and structural assemblies, which can slow aerospace inspection processes.
Inspection at the point of work
The MAX Series is described as supporting measurement directly where aircraft structures and components are developed, inspected or maintained, rather than relying exclusively on fixed metrology workstations. Integrated photogrammetry is intended to support accurate measurement of large and complex parts outside controlled environments. This is particularly relevant to aerospace maintenance operations, where inspections often take place on the hangar floor and aircraft downtime must be minimized.
When paired with the Mobility Kit, the series enables wireless, cable-free inspections for daily quality control. The EVO platform includes an embedded screen for scanner control and real-time data visualization. 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 allows operators to validate data coverage while scanning and identify missed areas before leaving the part. For 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 is also intended for maintenance, repair and overhaul and non-destructive testing workflows, where inspections may need to occur on the hangar floor. Accurate 3D data can be captured without extensive setup or moving parts to a dedicated inspection area, according to the product description. The design combines mobility, continuous feedback and fast data acquisition for scan-to-report work.