FARO launches the new Focus S 150 and Focus S 350 Laser Scanners; the most complete series bundled with incredible new features including IP rating, on-site compensation and future proof accessory bay.

LAKE MARY, Fla., Oct. 10, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- FARO Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: FARO), the world's most trusted source for 3D measurement and imaging solutions for factory metrology, product design, construction BIM/CIM, public safety forensics and 3D solutions and services applications, announces the release of the all-new FARO Focus^S 150 and Focus^S 350 Laser Scanners.

The Focus^S 150 and 350 are the newest members of FARO's well known Focus laser scanner product line. Both devices are the most forward-thinking laser scanners on the market. Designed for BIM/CIM, product design and public safety applications, this new line of laser scanners brings together several key features such as an International Protection Rating for scanning in dusty or humid environments, a specified angular accuracy value, an internal accessory bay providing a convenient integration of versatile accessories and an on-site compensation routine.

Both models deliver tremendous power, a reworked compact design, and the flexibility to perform laser scanning in both indoor and outdoor. With an increased scanning range of 150 meter and 350 meter, the laser scanners are ideal for various applications such as architectural design, Building Information Modeling (BIM) documentation, forensic investigation, reverse engineering and CAD-based design.

"The Focus^S models set a new standard for laser scanners, loaded with advanced features all self-contained within an aesthetically, yet durable design. The Focus^S 150 and 350 contains all the most innovative and relevant features for AEC and law enforcement professionals who strive to maximize their efficiencies using laser scanning," stated Joe Arezone, Chief Commercial Officer of FARO.

With their sealed design, the Focus^S models are certified via the industry standard International Protection (IP) Rating, and classified in Class 54 for environmental endurance. Both products will not only be protected from water splashes from all directions, fog or rain, but also from other outdoor elements such as dirt and dust particles that typically occur in extreme scanning conditions.

The Laser Scanner Focus^S 150 and 350 now include a specified value for angular accuracy. The maximum deviation of the first angle, perpendicular to the second angle, are defined and increase the traceability of the scanning results for all users.

The newly added on-site compensation feature now makes it possible for users to verify the accuracy values of the laser scanner and correct deviations automatically on-site. The Focus^S 150 and 350 devices will always be established to scan in the best possible accuracy. By exporting the on-site compensation report, a comprehensive accuracy document can be provided to each scan project.

With the integrated accessory bay located at the scanner's top chassis, additional accessories can be connected to the scanner easily. This plug-and-play connection offers not only a future-proof concept to expand the scanner's performance spectrum, but also provides scanner customization built to the needs of each user.

The ultra-portable Focus^S 150 and 350 enables fast, straightforward, and accurate measurements of objects and buildings by sending out a fully eye-safe Class 1 laser beam. The touch-screen of the Focus^S 150 and 350 has been increased in size and clarity and delivers an extraordinary user interface experience. A built-in 8 mega-pixel, HDR-camera makes it even easier to capture great imagery, to provide a natural color overlay in extreme lighting situations to the scan data. The Focus' light weight, small size and battery runtime of 4.5 hours per charge makes the scanner truly mobile and enables scanning of accident sites, architectural façades, complex structures, large-volume components, production and supply facilities fast, secure and reliable.

"Customers who have field tested our new laser scanners are truly excited about the overall quality and affordable pricing; both unique to the market," says Dr. Bernd-Dietmar Becker, FARO's Chief Technology Strategist and Evangelist.

More information at: www.faro.com/focus

About FARO   
FARO is the world's most trusted source for 3D measurement technology. The Company develops and markets computer-aided measurement and imaging devices and software. Technology from FARO permits high-precision 3D measurement, imaging and comparison of parts and complex structures within production and quality assurance processes. The devices are used for inspecting components and assemblies, rapid prototyping, documenting large volume spaces or structures in 3D, surveying and construction, as well as for investigation and reconstruction of accident sites or crime scenes.

FARO's global headquarters are located in Lake Mary, Florida. The Company also has a new technology center and manufacturing facility consisting of approximately 90,400 square feet located in Exton, Pennsylvania containing research and development, manufacturing and service operations of our FARO Laser Tracker^TM and FARO Cobalt Array 3D Imager product lines. The Company's European regional headquarters is located in Stuttgart, Germany and its Asia Pacific regional headquarters is located in Singapore. FARO has other offices in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, Poland, Turkey, the Netherlands, Switzerland, India, China, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, South Korea, and Japan.

Further information: http://www.faro.com

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Nancy Setteducati, FARO, T: 407-333-9911, nancy.setteducati@faro.com