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REMINDER TO ALL PARTNERS AND DISTRIBUTORS
REMINDER TO ALL PARTNERS AND DISTRIBUTORS
11.04.2024
We would like to remind our new and old partners and distributors that Thor3D provides unlimited, free training and support as well as...
WHAT SHOULD WE KNOW ABOUT THE FIELD OF VIEW IN 3D SCANNERS?
WHAT SHOULD WE KNOW ABOUT THE FIELD OF VIEW IN 3D SCANNERS?
26.03.2024
Field of view in 3D scanners is a common characteristic the manufacturers state in the technical specifications to their product. What...
3D SCANNING TIPS FOR AN ACCURATE 3D MODEL
3D SCANNING TIPS FOR AN ACCURATE 3D MODEL
14.03.2024
If you are reading this article, you have probably encountered the situation when you tried to scan an object and seemed to do everything correctly...
HOW DOES STRUCTURED LIGHT 3D SCANNING WORK IN CALIBRY SCANNERS?
HOW DOES STRUCTURED LIGHT 3D SCANNING WORK IN CALIBRY SCANNERS?
28.02.2024
To better understand how 3D-scanners work, it is necessary to know some basic principles on...
(NOT-SO-)OBVIOUS SCANNING ADVICES FROM A NEWBIE TO A NEWBIE
(NOT-SO-)OBVIOUS SCANNING ADVICES FROM A NEWBIE TO A NEWBIE
08.12.2023
In order for Thor3D employees to better know and understand the product, the company conducts periodic in-house scanning training...
HOW AI CAN ENHANCE 3D SCANNING?
HOW AI CAN ENHANCE 3D SCANNING?
05.09.2023
Amazingly, in just a couple of years, scanning and artificial intelligence have come so tightly integrated into our lives that become a cause of strikes and news headlines. We are talking...
THE DEVICES THAT WILL MAKE HANDHELD 3D-SCANNER EVEN MORE MOBILE
THE DEVICES THAT WILL MAKE HANDHELD 3D-SCANNER EVEN MORE MOBILE
01.08.2023
Historically, the 3D scanning market has been divided between handheld and stationary...
UNLEASHING THE POWER OF 3D SCANNING IN MEDICINE: UNCONVENTIONAL APPLICATIONS
UNLEASHING THE POWER OF 3D SCANNING IN MEDICINE: UNCONVENTIONAL APPLICATIONS
13.06.2023
In the realm of healthcare, technology continues to revolutionize the way we diagnose, treat, and...
7 UNUSUAL WAYS 3D SCANNERS ARE USED AROUND THE WORLD
7 UNUSUAL WAYS 3D SCANNERS ARE USED AROUND THE WORLD
15.05.2023
When most people think of 3D scanners, they might picture them being used in manufacturing or engineering fields. However...
QUICKSURFACE VERSION 2023
QUICKSURFACE VERSION 2023
03.05.2023
We are excited to announce that Quicksurface has released a new version of the software. QUICKSURFACE is a complete reverse-engineering solution for converting 3D scan polygonal meshes of digitized parts into accurate digital parametric CAD/CAM designs. It offers intuitive tools for Hybrid Parametric Modelling...

THOR3D & 3D SYSTEMS WEBINAR
THOR3D & 3D SYSTEMS WEBINAR
12.04.2023
3DSystems Oqton, in collaboration with Thor3D, held a webinar on April 11th to introduce Geomagic software to Thor3D distributors. The event was split into two sessions, one for the APAC region and one for Europe/US. During the webinar, 3D Systems representatives presented their product portfolio and demonstrated how...
MEET THE NEW CALIBRY NEST 3.6 RELEASE
MEET THE NEW CALIBRY NEST 3.6 RELEASE
01.02.2023
We are pleased to announce the release of Calibry Nest 3.6 software. The new version contains some changes which will make your work with Calibry scanners even more comfortable: significantly improved stability of Calibry Nest software, added .3MF format...

ENVISIONING THE DEVELOPMENT OF 3D-SCANNING INDUSTRY
ENVISIONING THE DEVELOPMENT OF 3D-SCANNING INDUSTRY
26.01.2023
In
2021 3D scanning market was worth 7.4 billion USD and is expected to grow at a
CAGR of 15.2% during 2022-2028, reaching global market...
7 MUST-HAVES EACH NOVICE 3D SCANNER USER SHOULD HAVE
7 MUST-HAVES EACH NOVICE 3D SCANNER USER SHOULD HAVE
17.11.2022
So,
you’ve bought your first 3D scanner and can’t wait to digitize the surrounding
world around you? Hold on. You might have missed some...
3D-SCANNER: EXPECTATIONS VS REALITY
3D-SCANNER: EXPECTATIONS VS REALITY
28.10.2022
Unfortunately, many unexperienced users think that once they buy a scanner they can immediately start off digitizing the most...
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A 3D-SCAN AND A CAD-MODEL?
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A 3D-SCAN AND A CAD-MODEL?
22.09.2022
3D scanning is becoming increasingly popular in various industries because it makes measurement and digitization of objects very...
NEW PRODUCT AVAILABLE FOR A BUNDLE (DESIGN X ESSENTIALS)
NEW PRODUCT AVAILABLE FOR A BUNDLE (DESIGN X ESSENTIALS)
01.09.2022
3D Systems announced the release of its new software – Geomagic Design X Essentials, which is approximately half the price of Geomagic Design X. The product is available as a bundle with Calibry 3D scanners at Thor3D. As the demand for lower priced industrial 3D scanners...
ALL OUR 3D-MODELS WERE MOVED TO P3D.IN
ALL OUR 3D-MODELS WERE MOVED TO P3D.IN
17.08.2022
Some of you have already noticed that our recent 3D models have been published on a new platform – p3d.in.  It took us some time to transfer our portfolio from Sketchfab, but now we can finally officially announce, that p3d.in - Thor3D's lair is the new address for Thor3D scans...
TOP FREE SOFTWARE FOR 3D SCANNER USERS
TOP FREE SOFTWARE FOR 3D SCANNER USERS
26.07.2022
Once you’ve digitized an object and obtained a polygonal model you might need some editing software to enhance it. Sometimes raw files lack...
TOP-5 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT 3D SCANNING
TOP-5 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT 3D SCANNING
11.05.2022
In this blog post we’ve collected interesting facts about 3D scanning you probably didn’t know. 3D scanning is a relatively new technique to...
NEW CALIBRY NEST 3.5.24 SOFTWARE IS RELEASED
NEW CALIBRY NEST 3.5.24 SOFTWARE IS RELEASED
04.05.2022
The latest version of Calibry Nest 3.5.24 is available for download. Some of the new features include: Improved multi-registration for large objects; Support for 4K monitors; Increased speed of loading and saving scans. See release notes in our download center. 

CALIBRY NEST WILL SOON HAVE A NEW, LONG-AWAITED FEATURE
CALIBRY NEST WILL SOON HAVE A NEW, LONG-AWAITED FEATURE
25.04.2022

Auto-Resume is a new tool which will appear in one of the upcoming releases of Calibry Nest software. It will simplify the workflow with the scanner and captured data. At the moment, the scans are processed individually, and only then are they combined into the final model...

LET’S AVOID THE LANDFILL AND CREATE ART
LET’S AVOID THE LANDFILL AND CREATE ART
13.01.2022
Several months ago Thor3D received two dozen boxes with
casings for the Calibry scanners from our injection molding manufacturer. They
were...
THE 3D SCANNING CONTEST IS OVER AND WE PICK THE WINNER
THE 3D SCANNING CONTEST IS OVER AND WE PICK THE WINNER
29.12.2021
In November we announced the 3D scanning contest for Thor3D distributors and direct clients. The participants had to submit 3D scans (textured or  non-textured) made using Calibry or Calibry Mini cameras. Our specialists had to pick the most interesting scan in terms of...

SCANNING AN ITALIAN TV STAR
SCANNING AN ITALIAN TV STAR
10.11.2021
Nowadays technologies are heavily involved in the entertainment industry. Last year 3DiTALY was contacted by the editorial staff of Mediaset (an Italian-based mass media company) to...
HOW ACCURATE IS THE CALIBRY MINI?
HOW ACCURATE IS THE CALIBRY MINI?
01.11.2021
We often get asked about accuracy. How accurate is your scanner? How can you prove accuracy? What kind of testing was done and how was is done? In this article we explain in detail. The Calibry Mini’s stated accuracy is up to 0.07mm (0.0027 inches). What does that mean? It means that under normal circumstances...
WE ARE SHORTLISTED FOR 3D PRINTING INDUSTRY AWARDS
WE ARE SHORTLISTED FOR 3D PRINTING INDUSTRY AWARDS
12.10.2021
On October 21st at 1600 BST 3DPI will broadcast 3D Printing Industry Awards live on YouTube, where the winners will be announced. Calibry was shortlisted among the nominees for the “3D Scanning or Metrology Company” Award. Overall, there are 19 categories: Community Advocate...
TOP-10 RESOURCES FOR 3D SCANNER OWNER (FUTURE AND CURRENT)
TOP-10 RESOURCES FOR 3D SCANNER OWNER (FUTURE AND CURRENT)
21.09.2021
Either you are just considering buying a 3D scanner, or have just purchased one, our top-10 list will be useful. The 3D scanning community...
WHAT’S ELSE IN CALIBRY NEST?
WHAT’S ELSE IN CALIBRY NEST?
03.09.2021
We constantly improve our software and add new features/functions which can simplify your work in Calibry Nest. In our latest release we’ve added Hungarian and Vietnamese and now there are...
ITALY TAKES GOLD AND BREAKS WORLD RECORD WITH HELP FROM CALIBRY
ITALY TAKES GOLD AND BREAKS WORLD RECORD WITH HELP FROM CALIBRY
19.08.2021
Italian national cycling team won the Olympic gold medal in track cycling and broke the world record at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. The team of four men has set the new historical time limit: 3’42’’032.
CALIBRY NEST V3.4 RELEASED – FULL OF NEW, USEFUL FEATURES
CALIBRY NEST V3.4 RELEASED – FULL OF NEW, USEFUL FEATURES
16.08.2021
Today, Thor3D released its latest version of Calibry Nest software. This version (3.4) is full of new features that will surely delight users. Some of the more notable features include:
THE FAMOUS COSSACKS TURN TO 3D TO PRESERVE THEIR HERITAGE
THE FAMOUS COSSACKS TURN TO 3D TO PRESERVE THEIR HERITAGE
26.07.2021
"3D Museum of Cossack Heritage" has purchased a Calibry scanner in order to make 3D models of Cossack household items. The heritage...
CALIBRY SCANNER HELPS TO PREPARE FOR TOKYO OLYMPICS
CALIBRY SCANNER HELPS TO PREPARE FOR TOKYO OLYMPICS
13.07.2021
Italian national cycling team used Calibry 3D scanner to digitize the cyclists to improve their aerodynamics. The project was held at the Velodrome...
FOLLOWING "SCANNING HUMANS" WEBINAR
FOLLOWING "SCANNING HUMANS" WEBINAR
11.06.2021
On the 9th of June we held a webinar dedicated to human scanning. The specialists explained the differences between the Calibry and Calibry Mini...
HOW IS A GAME CHARACTER CREATED WITH A 3D SCANNER?
HOW IS A GAME CHARACTER CREATED WITH A 3D SCANNER?
25.05.2021
A company called Fora Robotics used a Calibry 3D scanner to digitize a person and turn the 3D model into a mobile...
"THE SECRETS OF COMBINING SCANS" WEBINAR IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ON YOUTUBE
"THE SECRETS OF COMBINING SCANS" WEBINAR IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ON YOUTUBE
01.05.2021
On the 22d of April we held a webinar on how to combine scans done with the Calibry and the Calibry Mini scanner...
3D-TECHNOLOGIES HELP KIDS WITH AGENESIA ACCEPT ONE’S BODY
3D-TECHNOLOGIES HELP KIDS WITH AGENESIA ACCEPT ONE’S BODY
21.04.2021

E-Nable, a non-profit organization in France, uses 3D-technologies to offer children with agenesia affordable...

CALIBRY WINS PRESTIGIOUS, INT’L DESIGN AWARD
CALIBRY WINS PRESTIGIOUS, INT’L DESIGN AWARD
21.04.2021
The Calibry Scanner won the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD 2021 in the Product category. Since 1954, the “iF Design Award” has been a globally recognized...
USING CALIBRY MINI TO CORRECT SPELLING MISTAKES
USING CALIBRY MINI TO CORRECT SPELLING MISTAKES
15.04.2021
Gala Creations Ltd, a jewelry company, was asked to correct spelling mistakes on the Tower Hill Memorial. It is...
CALIBRY MINI TRAINING IS FREE AND AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE
CALIBRY MINI TRAINING IS FREE AND AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE
30.03.2021

On the 25th of March we held a completely free online training on Calibry Mini targeted at the scanners' new users or those interested in the product.

SCANNING A CHICKEN
SCANNING A CHICKEN
20.02.2021
We recently received some intriguing screenshots of a hi-res model of a hen…tuffed hen to be precise. Our partner from Finland, 3D-CADSolutions...
CALIBRY SCANNED A BULL…
CALIBRY SCANNED A BULL…
15.02.2021
Exhibition of Achievements of National Economy, known by its Russian acronym “VDNH”, is a permanent exhibition center and large park in Moscow...
PARC3D USES THE CALIBRY 3D SCANNER IN THE CREATION OF A FIREMAN SCULPTURE
PARC3D USES THE CALIBRY 3D SCANNER IN THE CREATION OF A FIREMAN SCULPTURE
02.02.2021
Parc3D is a company that specializes in the production of art objects...
REFLECTING ON OUR FIRST WEBINAR
REFLECTING ON OUR FIRST WEBINAR
28.01.2021

On January 20, we held our first public webinar: how knowing certain laws of physics can help you get better scanning results. We are happy to say that there were about 280 viewers at the event...

TO BEAT OR NOT TO BEAT: A THEATRICAL MORAL DILEMMA
TO BEAT OR NOT TO BEAT: A THEATRICAL MORAL DILEMMA
14.01.2021
Theater doesn’t always begin with the curtain rising. Sometimes, it begins at the stage door...
HIGH TECH IN SPORT: HOW TO DECREASE AERODYNAMIC DRAG OF AN ATHLETE
HIGH TECH IN SPORT: HOW TO DECREASE AERODYNAMIC DRAG OF AN ATHLETE
24.12.2020
3D scanners haven’t quite yet become devices we use daily, but they are...
A FEW THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSING YEAR
A FEW THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSING YEAR
23.12.2020
Undoubtedly this year will remain in our memories for a long time, and Internet memes about the year 2020 will...
3D TECHNOLOGY HELPS CREATE THE RZHEV MEMORIAL
3D TECHNOLOGY HELPS CREATE THE RZHEV MEMORIAL
23.09.2020
The Rzhev Memorial to the Soviet Soldier is a colossal sculpture inspired by the veterans of World War II...
THE INDUSTRY LIKES US (PART II)
THE INDUSTRY LIKES US (PART II)
22.09.2020
Back in 2016 we had a digest of the media publications which featured our cool software release...
A NON-TECHIE’S INTRO TO THE 3D SCANNING WORLD
A NON-TECHIE’S INTRO TO THE 3D SCANNING WORLD
21.09.2020
I’ve been working for Thor3D for about 2 months now and it has been quite a steep, but otherwise enjoyable, learning curve...
THOR3D ANNOUNCES NEW VERSION OF CALIBRY NEST SOFTWARE (V3.3). FASTER, EASIER TO USE AND NEW TOOLS.
THOR3D ANNOUNCES NEW VERSION OF CALIBRY NEST SOFTWARE (V3.3). FASTER, EASIER TO USE AND NEW TOOLS.
14.09.2020
Today we release our newest version of Calibry Nest software: v3.3. Some noteworthy features include:
THOR3D RELEASES A NEW HAND-HELD 3D SCANNER FOR SMALL OBJECTS: CALIBRY MINI
THOR3D RELEASES A NEW HAND-HELD 3D SCANNER FOR SMALL OBJECTS: CALIBRY MINI
29.07.2020

Today, Thor3D announced the release of its latest hand-held 3D scanner: Calibry Mini. The device is designed to digitize small objects...

CALIBRY NEST 3.2 IS OUT AND IS PACKED WITH NEW FEATURES
CALIBRY NEST 3.2 IS OUT AND IS PACKED WITH NEW FEATURES
04.07.2020

The latest version of our software is now available for download and it has many new tools and features. Some of the major additions include:

A FEW WORDS ABOUT THE NEW LIVE3D FEATURE…
A FEW WORDS ABOUT THE NEW LIVE3D FEATURE…
18.05.2020
“Live3D“ is a feature that will be available in the upcoming release of Calibry Nest (v3.2). 1 out of 3 new customers asks for it, so...
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR DESKTOP V 3.1.57
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR DESKTOP V 3.1.57
30.01.2020

We are pleased to announce the release of Calibry Nest software updates. Some noteworthy features in this version: Significantly improved "global registration"...

AN APPLICATION OF CALIBRY IN REVERSE ENGINEERING. PRACTICAL TUTORIAL
AN APPLICATION OF CALIBRY IN REVERSE ENGINEERING. PRACTICAL TUTORIAL
29.01.2020
A 3D scan is only an element in the production chain. One of the most widely used spheres of application of 3D scanners...
THOR3D AND QUICKSURFACE OFFER A BUNDLE FOR REVERSE-ENGINEERING
THOR3D AND QUICKSURFACE OFFER A BUNDLE FOR REVERSE-ENGINEERING
27.01.2020

Today, Thor3D and Quicksurface have signed a partnership agreement whereas Thor3D distributors can resell Quicksurface...

AN EASY FREEFORM REVERSE ENGINEERING BUNDLE BY THOR3D AND CYBORG
AN EASY FREEFORM REVERSE ENGINEERING BUNDLE BY THOR3D AND CYBORG
16.01.2020

Thor3D announces its partnership with nPowerSoftware, the developer of Cyborg 3D MeshToCAD. The bundle is aimed at...

THOR3D PARTNERS WITH ZBRUSH TO OFFER A BUNDLE FOR ARTISTS, GAME AND PRODUCT DESIGNERS
THOR3D PARTNERS WITH ZBRUSH TO OFFER A BUNDLE FOR ARTISTS, GAME AND PRODUCT DESIGNERS
14.01.2020

Thor3D announces that it partners with Pixologic to bring a bundle for digital...

CALIBRY LISTED AMONG 3D SCANNING INNOVATORS BY IDC
CALIBRY LISTED AMONG 3D SCANNING INNOVATORS BY IDC
26.12.2019

IDC Innovators report, published on the 20th of December by a research organization International Data Corporation...

ANNA ZEVELYOV, CEO AND CO-FOUNDER OF THOR3D, AT 3DPOD PODCAST
ANNA ZEVELYOV, CEO AND CO-FOUNDER OF THOR3D, AT 3DPOD PODCAST
28.11.2019

Joris Peels (editor in chief at 3DPRINT.COM) and Maxwell Bogue (founder of 3Doodler) hosted Thor3D CEO...

TIP: CALIBRATION BOARD DOESN’T HAVE TO BE AT A 90 DEGREE ANGLE TO THE FLOOR
TIP: CALIBRATION BOARD DOESN’T HAVE TO BE AT A 90 DEGREE ANGLE TO THE FLOOR
07.11.2019
As a support technician, I often get asked questions about the calibration process and the calibration board that ships with the...
THOR3D SELECTS VERISURF SOFTWARE FOR EDUCATION SOLUTION
THOR3D SELECTS VERISURF SOFTWARE FOR EDUCATION SOLUTION
30.10.2019

Thor3D announced, today, it will include Verisurf Software as part of its education solution offering...

THOR3D PARTNERS WITH RHINOCEROS (MCNEEL) TO OFFER A NEW PRODUCT FOR RHINO-FANS
THOR3D PARTNERS WITH RHINOCEROS (MCNEEL) TO OFFER A NEW PRODUCT FOR RHINO-FANS
07.10.2019

A manufacturer of 3D scanners (Thor3D) and Rhinoceros software developer (McNeel) have signed an agreement...

HOW TO CONVERT A POLYGONAL MESH INTO CAD DATA?
HOW TO CONVERT A POLYGONAL MESH INTO CAD DATA?
16.09.2019
Most people don’t know this, but there are two kinds of 3D data: polygonal mesh and CAD data (parametric model).
WE ARE REBRANDING
WE ARE REBRANDING
04.09.2019
Over the next year Thor3D will slowly transition to the Calibry brand. This will include changes to our website and to our software.
SHIPPED THE FIRST CALIBRY THIS SUMMER!
SHIPPED THE FIRST CALIBRY THIS SUMMER!
03.09.2019
We did it! This summer we shipped our first Calibry scanner. It took almost a year, but we did it. A huge weight has been lifted off our shoulders.
NEW PARTNERSHIP: 3D SYSTEMS AND THOR3D
NEW PARTNERSHIP: 3D SYSTEMS AND THOR3D
05.08.2019

August 5, 2019. Moscow, Russia. Today Thor3D announces its partnership with 3D Systems (NYSE: DDD)...

HOW CALIBRY IS DIFFERENT FROM ALL OTHER THOR SCANNERS…
HOW CALIBRY IS DIFFERENT FROM ALL OTHER THOR SCANNERS…
16.07.2019
We are often being asked, “Why is Calibry called “a Thor3D project” instead of just being another scanner in a product line”?
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR DESKTOP V 2.2.43 AND SCANNER V2.3.54
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR DESKTOP V 2.2.43 AND SCANNER V2.3.54
17.06.2019

We are pleased to announce the release of Drake3D scanner software and Thor3D suite application update...

THOR3D & POLYGA ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP
THOR3D & POLYGA ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP
12.06.2019

June 11, 2019. Moscow, Russia. Today, Thor3D and Polyga proudly announce their unique partnership...

FOLLOWING THE EXHIBITION
FOLLOWING THE EXHIBITION
27.02.2019
Last weekend, a large exhibition of modern additive technologies TCT Asia 2019 ended in Shanghai. It was obvious how significant the 3D scanning theme is for those...
WHY DID WE NAME OUR NEW 3D SCANNER AFTER A BIRD?
WHY DID WE NAME OUR NEW 3D SCANNER AFTER A BIRD?
26.02.2019
There is a cute little bird called Colibri (also known as Hummingbird). One of its variants, the Bee Hummingbird...
THOR3D ANNOUNCES A NEW HAND-HELD 3D SCANNER: CALIBRY
THOR3D ANNOUNCES A NEW HAND-HELD 3D SCANNER: CALIBRY
21.02.2019

February 21, 2019. Shanghai, China. Today, at the TCT Asia exhibition, Thor3D, proudly announced the release of its newest...

A CANDID BLOG ENTRY OF THE 3-MONTH-OLD CEO
A CANDID BLOG ENTRY OF THE 3-MONTH-OLD CEO
07.02.2019
I’ve been the CEO of Thor3D for three months now. Time to take stock. The good… Having concentrated all my time...
WHEN WILL A 3D SCANNER APPEAR IN YOUR PHONE?
WHEN WILL A 3D SCANNER APPEAR IN YOUR PHONE?
31.01.2019
Every year for the past 10 years the media, consulting agencies in our field and even our clients predict our demise...
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR DESKTOP AND SCANNER V2.3
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR DESKTOP AND SCANNER V2.3
21.12.2018

We are pleased to announce the release of Thor3D Suite application and Drake3D scanner software...

TIPS AND TRICKS TO SCANNING A HUMAN BODY
TIPS AND TRICKS TO SCANNING A HUMAN BODY
07.12.2018
We are frequently asked by orthopedic manufacturers how to scan a human body properly...
FORMNEXT 2018: THE STIR OVER DRAKE AND UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES
FORMNEXT 2018: THE STIR OVER DRAKE AND UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES
30.11.2018

“Where ideas take shape” is the motto of Formnext exhibition, the key event of the 3D, additive...

REMESHING
REMESHING
30.10.2018
Users experienced with CAD files know the importance of a quality polygonal mesh of a model for careful and successful work with the data.
MESSAGE FROM OUR NEW CEO
MESSAGE FROM OUR NEW CEO
29.08.2018
Today I am proud to accept the nomination from the Board of Directors to become CEO of Thor3D.
THOR3D ANNOUNCES NEW CEO AND DIRECTOR OF SALES
THOR3D ANNOUNCES NEW CEO AND DIRECTOR OF SALES
29.08.2018

Moscow-based 3D scanner manufacturer Thor3D announces appointment of its first CEO...

MSI VS ASUS
MSI VS ASUS
02.07.2018
When you work with 3D scanners, top-notch technology is all around. This time we had a chance to test MSI laptops and compare how they cope with post-processing! The result turned out to be interesting…
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR DESKTOP AND SCANNER V2.2
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR DESKTOP AND SCANNER V2.2
20.06.2018

We are pleased to announce the release of Thor3D Suite application and Drake3D scanner software...

SCANNING WITH DRAKE: LITTLE TRICKS
SCANNING WITH DRAKE: LITTLE TRICKS
28.05.2018
We continue to acquaint our readers with tips that can facilitate the scanning process and get the desired results with no headache. Today, we'll talk about how to scan small objects of simple geometric shapes or with repetitive geometry...
FIVE SIMPLE RULES FOR WORKING WITH MARKERS
FIVE SIMPLE RULES FOR WORKING WITH MARKERS
17.05.2018
When faced with the need to digitize a middle- or a large-sized object, flat or having a repetitive geometry, in a regular scanning mode one can encounter the problem of loss of tracking...
WHAT IS “RESOLUTION” IN A 3D SCANNER AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?
WHAT IS “RESOLUTION” IN A 3D SCANNER AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?
01.02.2018
The two most important criteria for a 3D scanner is “accuracy” and “resolution”, but these two specifications are frequently misunderstood. So, let me clarify “resolution” in this post and “accuracy” in a future article.
THOR3D & CONTROLNICE TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCE AN EXCLUSIVE PARTNERSHIP
THOR3D & CONTROLNICE TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCE AN EXCLUSIVE PARTNERSHIP
24.01.2018

Thor3D is proud to announce an exclusive partnership agreement with ControlNice Technology Co, Ltd, a large reseller and manufacturer of 3D technology in China.

SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR DRAKE 3D V2.1
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR DRAKE 3D V2.1
08.11.2017

We are pleased to announce the release of Drake 3D scanner software update! A number of new features added as well as a few bugs fixed...

3D SCANNING HELPS A LOCAL ART COLLEGE
3D SCANNING HELPS A LOCAL ART COLLEGE
02.10.2017
Scanning large statues for budding sculptor with the help of Drake Maxi scanner.
WHAT IS CALIBRATION AND WHY IS IT A “GOOD THING”?
WHAT IS CALIBRATION AND WHY IS IT A “GOOD THING”?
18.09.2017
But what is “calibration” and how will it benefit our customers?
NEW TOOL FOR DRAKE – ENSURES ACCURACY AND REPEATABILITY
NEW TOOL FOR DRAKE – ENSURES ACCURACY AND REPEATABILITY
18.09.2017

Thor3D is proud to announce the release of its “Calibration Tool” for the flagship Drake 3D scanner.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THOR3D AND DRAKE MAXI SCANNERS?
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THOR3D AND DRAKE MAXI SCANNERS?
17.06.2017
We hear this question often and decided it was time to address it. Both Thor3D scanner and...
THOR3D & POINTSHAPE ARE NOW PARTNERS
THOR3D & POINTSHAPE ARE NOW PARTNERS
30.05.2017

Today, Thor3D (Russia) is proud to announce its partnership with DreamT&S, developer of powerful, new inspection software called PointShape Inspector (Korea). The two firms

VERSION 2.0 OF OUR POWERFUL SOFTWARE IS FINALLY HERE
VERSION 2.0 OF OUR POWERFUL SOFTWARE IS FINALLY HERE
16.05.2017

The newest version of Thor’s award-winning editing software is released today. The much-anticipated version 2.0 is...

HOW DO I CHOOSE A 3D SCANNER? WHERE TO BEGIN?
HOW DO I CHOOSE A 3D SCANNER? WHERE TO BEGIN?
26.01.2017
So, a knowledgeable person told you that you need a 3D scanner…but where do you start?...
THE 3D-SELFIE BUSINESS IS NOW FINANCIALLY VIABLE
THE 3D-SELFIE BUSINESS IS NOW FINANCIALLY VIABLE
18.01.2017

Two market leaders, THOR3D and 3DPandoras, combine their expertise to bring to market a complete solution at a great

LIFTING THE VEIL OF SECRECY: WHY ARE GOOD 3D SCANNERS SO EXPENSIVE?
LIFTING THE VEIL OF SECRECY: WHY ARE GOOD 3D SCANNERS SO EXPENSIVE?
12.01.2017
I get asked this question all the time: why are your scanners so expensive? After all, it’s...
DRAKE WINS PRESTIGIOUS AWARD
DRAKE WINS PRESTIGIOUS AWARD
23.11.2016
Last week, at the annual 3D Print Expo in Moscow, Thor3D was presented with the most prestigious award, “best innovative product
DRAKE 3D SCANNER: TRULY ONE OF A KIND
DRAKE 3D SCANNER: TRULY ONE OF A KIND
20.10.2016

Over the past few weeks, since the announcement of our new 3D scanner “Drake”, we’ve been overwhelmed by the incoming inquiries...

ANOTHER LOOK AT THE THOR3D TURNTABLE
ANOTHER LOOK AT THE THOR3D TURNTABLE
23.09.2016
Not much has been said by us about one of our accessories: the Thor3D turntable. Frankly, that’s because it has...
A BRAND NEW 3D SCANNER IS HERE! GOING FROM A PROTOTYPE TO A FINAL PRODUCT…
A BRAND NEW 3D SCANNER IS HERE! GOING FROM A PROTOTYPE TO A FINAL PRODUCT…
19.09.2016

Do you remember your first bicycle? Do you remember how excited you were when dad wheeled it into the living room

HOW TO NAME A 3D SCANNER
HOW TO NAME A 3D SCANNER
18.09.2016

Lifting the veil of secrecy, I will tell you that our team has been working day and night on a brand-new, never-before-seen...

THE NAMING CHOICE – REVISITED
THE NAMING CHOICE – REVISITED
16.09.2016

“To err is human, to forgive divine” — Alexander Pope About a week ago I posted, on our corporate website and...

THOR3D UNVEILS ITS NEW 3D SCANNER FOR SMALL, MEDIUM AND LARGE OBJECTS
THOR3D UNVEILS ITS NEW 3D SCANNER FOR SMALL, MEDIUM AND LARGE OBJECTS
16.09.2016

Today Thor3D, an innovative 3D imaging company, is pleased to announce “Drake”, its new 3D scanner: a wireless, hand

HOW TO PICK A COLOR FOR A NEW 3D SCANNER?
HOW TO PICK A COLOR FOR A NEW 3D SCANNER?
14.09.2016
A few weeks ago, at 5:30am on a gloomy Tuesday morning, I receive a text...
THOR3D VINDICATED IN GERMAN COURT
THOR3D VINDICATED IN GERMAN COURT
07.09.2016

Thor3D is pleased to announce the end of a prolonged legal dispute with Artec Europe S.a.r.l. in Germany. On August 25th, 2016 the Dusseldorf Higher Court handed...

NEW THOR3D SOFTWARE RELEASED – V1.3
NEW THOR3D SOFTWARE RELEASED – V1.3
24.08.2016

As of today, half of our programmers are off for vacation. Why? Because Thor3D software v1.3 is finished and available for download. What’s new? This version is not...

THE INDUSTRY LIKES US!
THE INDUSTRY LIKES US!
16.05.2016
Ok… so maybe we’re tooting our own horn a bit, but we’ve had such positive feedback over the last two weeks, we can’t help ourselves...
THOR3D IS NOT JUST FOR 3D SCANNING HUMANS ANYMORE! SCAN ANY LARGE OBJECT!
THOR3D IS NOT JUST FOR 3D SCANNING HUMANS ANYMORE! SCAN ANY LARGE OBJECT!
16.05.2016

We did it. Yey! Thor3D software version 1.2 is now available for download for...

THOR3D TURNTABLE NOW AVAILABLE FOR SALE
THOR3D TURNTABLE NOW AVAILABLE FOR SALE
14.12.2015

We are happy to announce a new accessory for 3D scanning: a turntable. The Thor3D turntable was desi...