METIS scanners capture not only high-resolution color images, but also 3D depth information and gloss data. This combination enables realistic reproduction of materials such as wood, leather, stone, or fabric—ideal for developing decors with a tactile effect.

The scanners are suitable for a wide range of surfaces, including wood, leather, textiles, stone, metal, and synthetic materials. Even textured or shiny surfaces can be captured with precision.

With our current model, scan formats of up to 260 × 155 cm (102.36 × 61 in) can be captured in a single shot. The system offers an optical resolution of up to approximately 7500 PPI, and 1200 PPI at the full scan format. Thanks to its open design on all four sides, extended or oversized originals can also be digitized in multiple sections and then seamlessly stitched together using METIS software.

A complete SuperScan, including 3D and gloss data, takes just a few minutes. The software processes large amounts of data in real time, which significantly speeds up the workflow.

Light Inspector is software for post-processing METIS scans. It enables interactive relighting of surfaces and the creation of glossiness maps, 3D depth images, and normal maps. Designers can generate thousands of variants from a single scan—without having to rescan.

See also “Scanning service with software connection.”

• Faster design development
• Realistic material representation
• High flexibility in formats and materials
• Efficient data processing
• Seamless integration into existing workflows

METIS scanners generate high-precision surface images for VR visualizations. Materials such as wood, stone, or textiles can be realistically displayed in showrooms, architectural renderings, or product presentations.

Example: A furniture manufacturer integrates METIS textures into a VR app that allows customers to virtually furnish rooms and exchange materials.

Museums and archives digitize works of art, maps, and textiles. Photometric stereo 3D is also used to capture surface reliefs and gloss.

Example: In a VR exhibition, visitors experience Van Gogh's paintings, including visible brushstrokes and texture.

METIS scans provide PBR textures for AR apps, allowing products such as furniture, wallpaper, or clothing to be viewed directly in real-world environments.

Example: A wallpaper manufacturer offers an AR app that allows customers to virtually test designs on their own living room walls.

In industrial applications, METIS data enables realistic VR simulations of machines or materials.

Example: A technician trains in a VR environment with detailed models whose surfaces were scanned with METIS.

METIS scanners capture surfaces with extremely high optical and haptic precision. The digital textures generated are ideal for further processing with nano and femto lasers, which create microscopically fine structures.

Depending on the model, METIS scanners achieve a resolution in the range of <5 µm, which perfectly matches the requirements of femto laser systems that generate structures in the submicrometer range.

Yes. METIS data formats are compatible with common CAD/CAM systems and laser texturing software, e.g. for machines such as the GF LASER S 1200 U fs Hybrid.

The combination is suitable for:

• Metals (steel, aluminium)
• Plastics
• Composite materials
• Glass and ceramics
• Particularly relevant for tools in injection moulding, deep drawing, PU spraying and MuCell processes.

• Automotive (e.g. leather and light guide structures)
• Packaging design
• Consumer goods
• Medical technology
• Engineering plastics

Yes. METIS scanners are particularly effective at capturing complex, organic structures such as leather, wood or textiles – ideal for reproduction in tool moulds.

• Highest resolution for the finest details
• Color fidelity according to international standards
• 3D texture reproduction for a tactile experience
• Gentle digitization without physical contact
• Flexible output formats for print, web, and archiving

• Museums & archives: for the digital preservation and presentation of valuable works
• Artists & studios: for the reproduction and documentation of their own works
• Print shops & publishers: for high-quality art prints and publications
• Restorers: for the analysis and documentation of surface changes

• Museum digitization: Historical paintings are digitized in the highest quality to make them accessible online or to archive them for research purposes.
• Gallery-quality art prints: Artists have their works scanned to sell limited editions as high-quality prints—with visible brush strokes.
• Restoration documentation: Works are scanned before and after restoration to accurately document changes in color and surface.
• Virtual exhibitions: Galleries use the scans for immersive online experiences where visitors can digitally experience the texture and depth of the works.
• Art book production: Publishers use the scans for illustrated books that preserve the original effect of the works.

The METIS Scanner combines high-resolution imaging with special light modulation, the photometric stereo method, to capture not only color but also the surface structure and gloss of a work of art—something that is not possible with normal scanners or cameras thanks to the powerful LED light and proprietary algorithms.

The scans can be exported in various formats such as TIFF, JPEG, PNG – depending on the intended use.

Yes. The METIS scanner operates without contact and with controlled lighting, so that even sensitive or historical works can be digitized safely. Automatic emergency stop via touch sensor or light barriers.

Depending on the model, works up to several meters in size can be scanned. For particularly large formats, segmented capture with seamless merging is possible.

Yes. The captured surface data can be used for applications such as laser engraving, relief printing, or 3D reproduction.

The duration depends on the size and level of detail of the artwork. A typical SuperScan, including output, takes between 5 and 15 minutes.

Only on Windows 11 operating systems. Due to the large amounts of data that are visualized in real time, fast processors and very good graphics cards are required. Appropriate storage capacity can also be added externally.

You will receive the data via a download link for installation, and the corresponding dongle will be sent to you. The system requires an Internet connection.

A workstation is not included in the scope of delivery. We will provide you with the necessary specifications for purchase. Expect costs between €3,500 and €5,500, depending on the application and requirements.

The Light Inspector is only available in English.

In addition to greater independence and flexibility, you also have the advantage that the Light Inspector will be credited to you when you purchase a scanner!