The ZEISS ScanPort is a compact, semi-automated 3D metrology system that brings motorized 3-axis scanning to quality assurance workflows without the complexity of a full robotic cell. Launched in 2025, it combines a motorized vertical axis, a tilt mechanism, and a precision rotary table with interchangeable ZEISS structured-light sensors. The system is modular by design: the scanner head detaches from the arm for manual measurement of parts too large for the rotary table, then reattaches for automated batch inspection. Kiosk-mode operation enables one-click measurements with no programming, making metrology-grade data accessible to any operator on the shop floor.

How does the 3-axis automation work?

Three motorized degrees of freedom position the part and sensor for optimal coverage. The vertical (Z) axis moves the scanner up and down, the tilt axis angles the sensor forward and backward, and the rotary table rotates the part through 360 degrees. This combination captures features from multiple orientations without an operator repositioning the part. Preconfigured scan templates define the axis movements for each part type, and Motion Replay precisely repeats recorded scan sequences for series inspection — the system detects and visualizes deviations between parts for trend analysis.

Which scanner sensor fits my application?

The ScanPort accommodates two ZEISS sensor families, letting users match resolution and throughput to their inspection requirements. The ATOS Q delivers up to 12 million points per scan with Triple Scan Technology for high-detail surface capture on complex geometries. The GOM Scan 1 provides up to 6 million points per scan in a more compact, cost-optimized package. Both sensors use blue light fringe projection and are removable for standalone manual use.

Can the scanner head be detached for manual use?

Yes. This is the ScanPort's defining flexibility. The sensor head unclamps from the motorized arm and operates as a standalone structured-light scanner for measuring parts that exceed the 20 kg payload or Ø 500 × 300 mm scanning envelope of the motorized stage. When reattached, the system recalibrates in seconds using the included DAkkS/ILAC-certified hyperscale length standard. One-shot calibration also maintains accuracy during mobile use — pack the system into its travel case, move it to the production line, recalibrate, and resume measuring.

How does kiosk mode simplify production inspection?

Kiosk mode removes the operator from the measurement equation. A preconfigured scan template is loaded, the part is placed on the rotary table, and a single click starts the automated scan sequence. No programming, no sensor positioning decisions, no software interaction required. The workflow assistant provides step-by-step guidance for common tasks such as scanning multiple parts simultaneously. For production environments where measurement consistency across shifts and operators matters more than operator expertise, kiosk mode turns metrology into a push-button process.