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FARO SCENE FARO Native Point Cloud Processing Software

FARO SCENE is the processing software for FARO Focus scanners, featuring automatic registration, colorization, and VR-ready output for industrial and manufacturing documentation.

Quick Facts

Developer
FARO Technologies
Category
Point Cloud Processing
Pricing
Subscription
Starting Price
Subscription /year
Best For
FARO Focus scanner users

We use FARO SCENE for professional projects. See our workflow →

What is FARO SCENE?

FARO SCENE is the native processing software for FARO Focus laser scanners, optimized for industrial and manufacturing environments. The software handles registration, colorization, meshing, and export to CAD/BIM formats.

SCENE's VR capabilities set it apart: the software can generate VR-ready environments for immersive facility walkthroughs. WebShare Cloud enables browser-based sharing similar to Leica TruView.

At THE FUTURE 3D, FARO SCENE handles all FARO Focus scanner workflows. The software's industrial focus makes it particularly valuable for manufacturing plant documentation and QA/QC applications.

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Key Features
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Integrations
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Export Formats
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FAQs Answered

FARO SCENE Key Features

Comprehensive capabilities that make FARO SCENE a professional choice for point cloud processing.

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Automatic Registration

FARO's automatic registration uses both targets and cloud-to-cloud matching for reliable alignment.

2

Colorization

High-quality HDR colorization from FARO Focus camera for photorealistic point clouds.

3

Meshing

Generate mesh models from point clouds for CAD/CAM and visualization applications.

4

VR Visualization

Export VR-ready environments for immersive facility exploration and training.

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WebShare Cloud

Publish to FARO WebShare for browser-based stakeholder access and measurements.

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CAD Export

Direct export to CAD formats including DXF, DWG, and Autodesk ReCap formats.

FARO SCENE Pricing & Plans

FARO SCENE offers flexible subscription plans to match your needs.

FARO SCENE

Subscription /year
  • Automatic registration
  • Colorization
  • CAD export
  • WebShare publishing
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SCENE 2Go

Additional /year
  • Mobile viewing
  • iPad access
  • Field verification

Don't Want to Buy Software?

At THE FUTURE 3D, we own FARO SCENE licenses and use it for client projects. You get professional point cloud processing deliverables without purchasing software yourself. Get a free project quote →

FARO SCENE Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Optimized for FARO Focus scanner workflow
  • VR-ready output capabilities
  • WebShare cloud publishing
  • Strong industrial/manufacturing focus
  • Reliable automatic registration
  • Extensive CAD export options

Limitations

  • Subscription pricing required
  • Best with FARO equipment
  • Resource-intensive processing
  • VR features require additional hardware

Who Should Use FARO SCENE?

FARO SCENE is Best For

  • FARO Focus scanner users
  • Industrial and manufacturing documentation
  • QA/QC measurement applications
  • VR visualization projects
  • WebShare delivery requirements

Consider Alternatives If

  • Non-FARO scanner users
  • Simple visualization needs
  • Budget-constrained workflows
  • Users avoiding subscription models

Technical Specifications

System Requirements

Operating System
Windows 10/11 64-bit
RAM
32GB minimum
Storage
SSD with substantial free space
GPU
NVIDIA GPU for VR features

Supported File Formats

Import Formats
FARO native formatsE57PTSLAS
Export Formats
E57PTSLASOBJDXFDWGFBXWebShare

Integrations & Compatible Platforms

Autodesk AutoCADAutodesk RevitCATIASolidWorksWebShare CloudVR platforms

FARO SCENE Alternatives

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THE FUTURE 3D Workflow

How We Use FARO SCENE

Our professional workflow leveraging FARO SCENE for client projects.

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Import FARO Focus scanner data

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Automatic registration with target/cloud-to-cloud matching

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Apply colorization from HDR imagery

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Generate mesh models if needed

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Export to client CAD format

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Publish to WebShare for stakeholder access

Deliverables We Produce with FARO SCENE

Registered point clouds (E57, LAS)
Mesh models (OBJ, FBX)
CAD exports (DXF, DWG)
WebShare web access
VR environments (on request)

Compatible Equipment

FARO SCENE works with data from these scanners and drones that we use.

FARO SCENE Services Near You

We provide professional point cloud processing services using FARO SCENE across Southeast Florida. 1-hour response time.

FARO SCENE FAQ

What is FARO SCENE?

FARO SCENE is point cloud processing software for FARO Focus laser scanners, providing registration, colorization, and export capabilities.

How much does FARO SCENE cost?

FARO SCENE uses subscription pricing. Contact FARO or authorized dealers for current pricing and package options.

Does SCENE work with non-FARO scanners?

SCENE can import E57 format from other scanners, but is optimized for FARO equipment. Full functionality requires FARO hardware.

What is FARO WebShare?

WebShare is FARO's cloud platform for hosting and sharing point cloud data. Stakeholders access scans through web browsers.

Can SCENE create VR environments?

Yes, SCENE can export VR-ready environments for immersive visualization using compatible VR hardware.

What CAD formats does SCENE export?

SCENE exports DXF, DWG, OBJ, FBX, and other formats. Direct export to Autodesk formats is supported.

Is SCENE suitable for manufacturing QC?

Yes, SCENE includes measurement and QA/QC tools specifically designed for manufacturing and industrial applications.

Need Professional Point Cloud Processing Services?

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