While large-scale metrology equipment dominates factories, Metrology is increasingly going portable. Handheld 3D scanners, laser trackers, and portable CMMs allow engineers to inspect parts directly on the shop floor or in the field.
This mobility saves time by eliminating the need to transport parts to inspection labs. For industries like shipbuilding or construction, where components are too large to move, portable metrology tools are essential.
Advances in wireless connectivity and battery life are making portable metrology even more powerful, enabling real-time data sharing and analysis from remote locations.
As industries demand faster, more flexible quality checks, portable metrology solutions will continue to grow in popularity.
