(FARO: Lake Mary, FL) -- FARO Technologies, a globally trusted source for 3D measurement technology, has released the FARO Freestyle3D X handheld laser scanner, a 3D laser scanner designed to transform the way the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC); law enforcement; and other industries document 3D data through intuitive data acquisition. With the release of the Freestyle3D X, FARO’s portfolio now contains two handheld scanners designed to help customers increase productivity, save time, and make effective, data-driven decisions.

​The Freestyle3D X incorporates state-of-the-art scanning technology that delivers enhanced scanning accuracy of 1 mm at a range of 1 m. The Freestyle3D X is available with a U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)-traceable calibration accessory to provide users with verifiable data accuracy, which is critical for forensic scanning and other applications within highly regulated industries. On-site calibration data are exportable in PDF format, allowing information to be easily shared with team members.

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