VI JEE - FARO "Imagining the Future in 3D Technology"

Summary

José Coelho, an engineer from Faro, a metrology company founded in 1981, presents their products, services, and industries they serve. Faro develops hardware and software for various sectors, including aerospace, automotive, and energy. Their products, like Focus laser scanners and Vantage laser trackers, are used for precision 3D documentation, measurement, and inspection. Faro emphasizes continuous quality improvement through testing, code reviews, and production metrics. José showcases an automation test to demonstrate their commitment to quality. He concludes by inviting attendees to learn more about Faro at the upcoming job fair.

Takeaways

• 👨‍💼 The speaker, José Coelho, is an engineer at FARO, a company specializing in 3D measurement technology.
• 🏢 FARO was founded in 1981, initially developing prosthetics for the healthcare industry, and has since expanded into various sectors, including manufacturing, construction, and public safety.
• 📈 FARO has been publicly traded since 1989 and has a global presence with over 1,700 employees worldwide, with a double-digit annual growth rate.
• 🌍 FARO operates in diverse industries, such as aerospace, automotive, energy, metal mechanics, education, and military, with clients like Boeing, Tesla, Peugeot, and NASA.
• 🖥️ FARO offers a range of hardware and software products for 3D measurement, including the FARO Focus3D X camera for large-scale object documentation, the FARO ScanArm for precise measurements, and the FARO BuildIT software for construction and manufacturing.
• 💻 FARO's software solutions include FARO CAM2 Measure, FARO BuildIT, FARO Scene, FARO WebShare, and FARO PackControl, catering to various measurement and quality control needs.
• 🔍 FARO emphasizes continuous improvement and quality assurance in their product development, employing practices like automated testing, code reviews, and metrics tracking.
• 🚀 FARO leverages the latest technologies, with their software primarily developed for Windows desktop applications, and also utilizing C# as a primary programming language.
• 📈 FARO's growth strategies include working with multidisciplinary teams, embracing new technologies, and focusing on customer satisfaction through high-quality products and services.
• 🤝 FARO values customer engagement and encourages potential employees to connect with their representatives at job fairs or through inquiries to learn more about the company.

Q & A

What is the primary focus of the company?

FARO is a metrology technology company that develops hardware and software solutions for various industries. Their main focus is on providing cutting-edge 3D measurement and imaging technologies.

When was FARO founded?

FARO was founded in 1981, initially starting from a garage to develop prosthetics for the healthcare industry.

What are some of the industries that FARO serves?

FARO serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, defense, automotive, energy, metal mechanics, geospatial, military, education, and service centers, among others.

How many employees does FARO have globally?

FARO has over 1,700 employees worldwide.

Where is FARO's headquarters located?

FARO's headquarters is located in Lake Mary, Florida.

What are some of FARO's core products?

FARO's core products include the FocusS laser scanner for 3D documentation, the ScanArm for capturing precise measurements, the FaroArm for portable coordinate measuring, the FaroScan for quickly documenting building layouts, the FaroSuperArm for measuring complex objects, and the TrackArm integrated laser projection system.

What software solutions does FARO offer?

FARO offers various software solutions, including FARO SCENE for metrology data management, BuildIT for construction applications, FARO PointSense for processing point cloud data, and other software for device management, licensing, and installation.

How does FARO ensure the quality of its products?

FARO prioritizes continuous quality improvement by understanding customer needs, implementing testing practices (unit testing, functional testing, peer code reviews), and analyzing metrics in production to identify and address issues.

What programming languages and technologies are commonly used at FARO?

Most of FARO's software are Windows desktop applications, and the main programming language used is C++. FARO also works with multidisciplinary teams, including developers, testers, and product owners.

What was the demonstration shown in the script about?

The demonstration showed an automated unit test that simulates the entire process of measurement, circle fitting, and data export using a virtual device instead of a physical device arm. This allows FARO to test their software's functionalities without requiring a physical hardware setup.