Fast Turnaround in Calgary
Reverse-engineering-ready deliverables
Local Calgary & Alberta
Onsite 3D Scanning
Business & individuals
Quality-first
HOW OUR 3D SCANNING PROCESS WORKS
Send
photos & Details
Share a few photos and basic dimensions.
Tell us how you plan to use the scan (3D printing, CAD, inspection, etc.).
Need on-site service? Let us know.
Quote & timeline
We’ll provide an estimate along with our availability, expected duration, and post-processing timeline.
Pricing is based on an initial assessment. Final pricing is confirmed after post-processing and may increase by up to 30% depending on complexity.
Scanning
We do scanning at your site
OR
Bring your parts to us (drop-off/courier/mail)
Post-processing begins after scan capture
Delivery
You will receive the link with access to your files in .STL/.OBJ./.PLY format after full payment.
Then you pick-up your parts or we ship them
Raw scan data is optional and by request only
Looking for 3D printing? Explore our 3D Printing Services.
3D SCANNING TECHNOLOGIES WE USE
Blue Laser Scanning
Uses multiple blue laser lines to capture geometry. Blue wavelength helps reduce interference from ambient light and can perform better on shiny or darker surfaces than many white-light methods, with high accuracy for industrial metrology.
Best For
- Small, Medium and Large parts (from 50mm up to a couple meters)
High-accuracy metrology and inspection (tight tolerances)
Dark/shiny surfaces (often better results than white light; still may need scanning spray)
Automotive/aerospace parts, machined components, tooling verification
- Reverse engineering, dimensional inspection.
Blue Light Scanning (Structured Light)
Projects a blue fringe/pattern onto the object and cameras measure how the pattern deforms to reconstruct the surface. Very fast and detailed, great for medium-to-large parts, but reflective/transparent surfaces often may need scanning spray/targets.
Best For
Fast full-field scanning for medium-to-large (from 100m) objects with high detail
Rapid capture of complex surfaces
Best for speed + detail on matte/treated surfaces (spray helps on reflective/transparent surfaces)
IR (Infrared) Scanning
Uses infrared patterns or time-of-flight to estimate depth (common in tablets/phones and some depth cameras). Typically faster and cheaper, good for rough capture and large shapes, but lower accuracy/resolution than metrology scanners and may struggle with sunlight and certain materials.
Best For
Quick rough capture for visualization, fit-checks, and general shape reference
Medium and Large objects( from 100mm ), human body scanning, AR/VR, low-cost workflows
Best when speed/portability matters more than precision
- Body scans and animals
2-Axis SLS (Structured Light Scanning)
Refers to a structured-light scanner paired with a 2-axis motorized turntable/positioner (typically rotation + tilt) to capture the object from many angles automatically.
Best For
Small parts (5mm – 100mm) where you need full 360° coverage (and more undercuts) without hand-repositioning
Repeatable, high-consistency scans for QC/inspection and scan-to-CAD workflows
Batch scanning many similar items using the same automated rotation + tilt program
Parts with hidden faces/undercuts that a single-axis turntable often misses (tilt exposes more surfaces)
Deliverables
Files you receive
We deliver the processed scan in
STL / OBJ / PLY
Raw scan data is available upon request.
What’s included
3D Scanning
Cleanup
Alignment
Marker removal & Hole filling
Scans Merge/Stitching
Smoothing
Watertight model is optional
Typical lead time
Depends on current workload and availability.
3D scanning is typically completed within 3–5 business days from your request.
Post-processing usually takes 2–3 business days, depending on complexity.
Daily drop-off available, by appointment only
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Projects
Reviews
“Initially, I brought in a fragile part for a restoration project. Fortunately, I was impressed by how careful they were. The scan came out clean and ready for my next steps.”
“Our company has used their 3D scanning services multiple times now. Overall, they provide consistent quality, quick quotes, and helpful guidance for each project.”
“The scan captured fine details and critical surfaces accurately. Furthermore, post-processing was thorough, and delivery was on schedule.”
“First and foremost, they provided professional service with clear expectations. As a result, the team delivered STL exactly as requested, plus an optimized version for printing.”
“Recently, I used MY3DLAB for reverse engineering a discontinued part. In the end, the scan quality was excellent, and the post-processing made the geometry easy to work with.”
“Not only was there a fast turnaround, but I also received a very clean mesh. Consequently, the files imported into CAD without issues.”