3D Scanning a Plastic Chair for Flexfurn
In today’s digital world, bridging the gap between physical products and their digital counterparts is essential for efficient marketing, design, and production. That’s where our 3D scanning services come into play.
Recently, we had the pleasure of assisting Flexfurn, a global leader in foldable and stackable furniture, in their quest to digitize their extensive product line. Known for their innovative designs tailored to events, hospitality, and professional settings, Flexfurn needed a solution to streamline the creation of high-quality digital assets for their marketing materials.
The Challenge: Missing digital data
Flexfurn approached us with a unique challenge: the original 3D file of one of their plastic chairs was missing. All they had was the physical chair itself. For a company like Flexfurn, whose catalogue boasts a wide range of products, recreating the 3D model from scratch would have been a very time-consuming task.
That’s where our advanced scanning technology, the GOM Atos III Triple Scan, made all the difference.
Capturing every detail
Using the GOM Atos III Triple scan, we meticulously scanned the plastic chair, capturing every curve, edge, and nuance of its design. This high-resolution scanner allowed us to collect even the most intricate details, from the fine texture of the plastic surface to hard-to-reach areas that traditional methods might miss.
The resulting file, a high-quality .stl mesh, represents an exact digital twin of the chair. This format is ideal for Flexfurn’s needs, offering a detailed and versatile base for creating stunning marketing visuals.
The advantages of 3D scanning
Unlike traditional modelling, which involves recreating an object from scratch, 3D scanning offers significant advantages:
- Precision and Detail: Every texture, contour, and feature of the chair is faithfully reproduced.
- Efficiency: What would take days or weeks of manual modelling can be achieved in a fraction of the time.
- Flexibility: The digital file gives Flexfurn the freedom to experiment with colors, lighting, and other visual effects without altering the physical product.
With the .stl file in hand, Flexfurn can now apply the desired look and feel to the 3D model, ensuring their renders are visually stunning and perfectly aligned with their brand aesthetic..
The bigger picture
Flexfurn’s decision to use 3D scanning is a testament to its efficiency and value. As they work to digitize their entire collection, this process will save countless hours, allowing their team to focus on creative endeavors rather than technical reconstruction.
By starting with a precise scan, they can ensure that each digital product in their catalog is a faithful representation of the original, offering customers an accurate view of what to expect.
Bridging the gap between the physical and digital
This project highlights the growing importance of 3D scanning in industries like furniture design, where physical products must transition seamlessly into the digital realm. For companies like Flexfurn, whose success depends on both design innovation and marketing excellence, leveraging advanced scanning technology isn’t just a convenience, it’s a game-changer.
We’re proud to have been a part of this process, helping Flexfurn create the perfect digital foundation for their marketing needs. By combining cutting-edge technology with our expertise, we’ve ensured that every detail of their plastic chair – and eventually their entire product line – can shine in the digital space.
Ready to transform your product line?
If your business is looking to create accurate, high-quality digital models of physical products, we’re here to help. With our professional scanning equipment and experienced team, no detail is too small, and no challenge is too great.
Let’s bring your products to life in the digital world. Contact us today to learn more!
