The HandySCAN 3D MAX Series brings portable, metrology-grade 3D scanning to aerospace teams that need to measure large, complex components without relocating them to a fixed metrology workstation. The series includes the HandySCAN MAX EVO and HandySCAN MAX EVO Elite, which extend the EVO platform to large-part measurement in product development, quality control, quality assurance, maintenance, repair and overhaul, and non-destructive testing workflows.
The MAX EVO is specified at a volumetric accuracy of 0.150 mm + 0.020 mm/m. It is designed to capture 3D measurements directly where aircraft structures and components are developed, inspected or maintained, rather than relying exclusively on fixed metrology workstations. The scanner is intended for a broad range of part sizes, complex geometries and challenging surface conditions, including highly reflective materials, without surface preparation. Applications cited include fuselage sections, wings and structural assemblies, where reducing setup and disassembly can help streamline inspection.
For quality teams needing tighter precision, the MAX EVO Elite is specified at 0.075 mm + 0.010 mm/m and is positioned for large-component inspection and non-destructive testing workflows. The MAX Series is said to maintain measurement reliability and accredited accuracy in accordance with ISO 17025 and VDI/VDE 2634 standards.
Integrated photogrammetry is intended to support accurate measurement of large, complex parts outside controlled environments. That capability is particularly relevant to maintenance operations, where inspections may need to take place on the hangar floor and aircraft downtime must be minimized. Accurate 3D data can be captured without extensive setup or moving parts to a dedicated inspection area, according to the product information.
When paired with the Mobility Kit, the MAX Series enables wireless, cable-free inspections for daily quality control. 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 allows operators to validate data coverage as they scan, helping 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 at the asset and complete inspections with less interruption to maintenance and quality workflows. The stated goal is to bring inspection directly to the point of work and reduce reliance on fixed workstations and cumbersome cable setups.