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Strengthening Leadership in 3D Metrology, Laser Projection & Digital Reality Solutions
AMETEK Completes Acquisition of FARO Technologies, Strengthening Leadership in 3D Metrology, Laser Projection & Digital Reality Solutions
Lévis, Québec, July 21, 2025 — AMETEK, Inc. today announced that it has completed its acquisition of FARO Technologies, a global leader in 3D measurement and imaging solutions. FARO will join Creaform and Virtek as part of AMETEK’s Ultra Precision Technologies Division.
Together, FARO, Creaform, and Virtek now offer one of the most comprehensive, powerful, and trusted portfolio of portable and automated 3D metrology, laser projection and digital reality solutions available on the market. This strategic acquisition brings together decades of innovation and expertise to serve a wide range of applications and industries, including:
- Industrial Manufacturing: Portable measurement arms, handheld 3D scanners, laser trackers, optical CMMs, photogrammetry cameras, and fully integrated inspection and scan-to-CAD software for quality control and reverse engineering in automotive, aerospace, energy, heavy equipment and other industrial sectors.
- Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) / Public Safety: Mobile and fixed 3D laser scanners and SaaS collaboration & viewing solutions that enable accurate as-built documentation, construction progress verification, BIM integration, as well as forensics and public safety applications.
- Manufacturing & Assembly: 3D laser projectors and smart cameras that support complex assembly processes and improve manufacturing efficiency and quality.
While each brand will continue to operate independently, they will increasingly collaborate to deliver unmatched customer experiences, enhanced product integration, and expanded service capabilities for both existing and new customers.
“We are excited to join the AMETEK family,” said Peter Lau, President and CEO of FARO Technologies. “This partnership opens new opportunities for innovation and growth, and we’re excited to work alongside Creaform and Virtek to deliver even greater value to our customers.”
“Bringing together these three industry leaders allows us to offer a truly unique and powerful suite of solutions,” added Fanny Truchon, President of Creaform. “We look forward to collaborating more closely to push the boundaries of what’s possible in 3D metrology, laser scanning and laser projection.”
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About Creaform
Boasting two decades of experience shaping the future of dimensional metrology, Creaform assists their customers achieve their measurement ambitions through cutting-edge 3D solutions. With its extensive hardware and software portfolio, Creaform enables its users to experience innovation firsthand through 3D scanning, reverse engineering, quality control, non-destructive testing, product development, and MRO. Thousands of professionals in various industries, like automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, heavy industries, oil and gas, power generation, consumer products, research and education, have discovered that with Creaform, Innovation Takes Form.
Headquartered in Lévis, Québec, Creaform is present in more than 85 countries, through its 26 locations all around the world and a network of over a hundred distributors. A presence that enables the company to build relations and provide unmatched customer service. Creaform is a business unit of AMETEK, Inc., a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales of over $7.0 billion.
