FARO 3D Laser Scanning  Solutions

FARO scanners and software help teams capture accurate 3D data for scene documentation, building capture, facility planning, construction, public safety, inspections, and digital reality workflows. Altohelix helps you choose the right scanner, software, training, and support path based on how your team needs to capture, process, and use 3D data.

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Choose The Right Capture Workflow

FARO Focus

High-accuracy scanning

Best for precise scene capture, accurate measurements, and detailed 3D records.

  • Crash and scene documentation
  • Construction and as-built capture
  • Fire and forensic investigation
  • Industrial and facility documentation
  • Accurate point cloud data
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FARO Orbis

Fast mobile scanning

Best for quickly capturing larger spaces, buildings, and complex environments.

  • Building walkthrough capture
  • Facility documentation
  • Pre-planning and site familiarization
  • Large-area capture
  • Interior and exterior scanning
  • Mobile mapping workflows
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FARO Blink

Simple reality capture

Best for quick visual documentation, site capture, and easy sharing.

  • Quick scene documentation
  • Facility capture
  • Pre-incident planning
  • 360° visual records
  • Point cloud-supported measurements
  • Simple scan-to-share workflows
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Compare FARO scanning options

Need

Recomended FARO option

Why

Highest accuracy and detailed scene records

FARO Focus

Static tripod scanning for precise measurements and controlled capture

Fast capture of large or complex spaces

FARO Orbis

Mobile scanning for walkthroughs, facilities, sites, and larger areas

Simple scanning and visual documentation

FARO Blink

Easy reality capture with 360° imagery and point cloud-supported data

Public safety investigations

FARO Focus / Blink

Scene documentation, measurements, and review workflows

Pre-planning and facility capture

FARO Orbis / Blink

Faster capture of buildings, layouts, and spaces

Construction and as-built workflows

FARO Focus / Orbis

Detailed site capture or faster mobile documentation

FARO Software For Processing, Analysis, And Sharing

FARO SCENE

Scan processing and registration

Process, register, review, and manage scan data from FARO laser scanners.

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FARO Connect

Mobile scan processing for Orbis

Process FARO Orbis mobile scan data locally and connect workflows to FARO Sphere XG for viewing, sharing, and collaboration.

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FARO Zone

Public safety diagramming and reconstruction

Create diagrams, analysis, reconstructions, and presentation-ready outputs for public safety workflows.

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FARO As-Built

CAD and BIM deliverables from scan data

Create building documentation and as-built deliverables from precise scan data for CAD and BIM workflows.

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More Than The Scanner

Altohelix helps teams choose the right FARO scanner, software, training, and workflow for their operation. Whether you need a full system purchase, rental equipment, software support, or hands-on training, our team can help you move from capture to usable deliverables.

Training

Learn how to capture, process, and use scan data with confidence.

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Rentals

Access FARO equipment for short-term projects, testing, or temporary capacity.

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Support

Get help with scanner selection, software workflows, setup, and ongoing questions.

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FARO solutions for real-world capture workflows

Public Safety

Crash scenes, fire scenes, crime scenes, pre-planning, and investigation workflows.

Construction & AEC

As-built documentation, progress capture, quality control, and BIM/CAD workflows.

Infrastructure & Industrial

Facilities, plants, utilities, corridors, inspections, and site documentation.

Mining & Resources

Site capture, stockpiles, facilities, underground or complex spaces, and operational planning.

Frequently asked questions

Which FARO scanner is right for me?

Focus is best for high-accuracy static scanning, Orbis is best for fast mobile capture, and Blink is best for accessible reality capture and visual documentation.

What is the difference between FARO Focus and FARO Orbis?

Focus is tripod-based and built for detailed static scans. Orbis is mobile and built for faster walkthrough-style capture.

Where does FARO Blink fit?

Blink is a simpler, accessible option for teams that need fast visual documentation, 360° imagery, and point cloud-supported data.

What software do I need with a FARO scanner?

That depends on the workflow. SCENE supports scan processing and registration, Connect supports Orbis processing, Zone supports public safety analysis and reconstruction, and As-Built supports CAD/BIM workflows.

Can Altohelix provide training?

Yes. Altohelix can support scanner operation, software workflows, data management, and team onboarding.

Can I rent before buying?

Yes, if rental inventory is available. This is a good path for project-based needs or teams evaluating the right system.

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