The manufacturer specializing in 3D scanning technology Artec 3D is expanding its activities in China through two strategic partnerships. Together with Lenovo New Vision and cultural service provider Artron, 3D capture, AI-supported analysis, and digital twins are to be more closely linked with industrial applications – including workflows in which 3D printing plays a central role. The agreements were concluded in the presence of the ambassadors of Luxembourg and China and therefore also have a diplomatic dimension.
In the industrial environment, Artec 3D will in future work with Lenovo New Vision, Lenovo’s subsidiary focused on “intelligent vision.” The goal is to build AI-based ecosystems that generate complete digital twins from 3D scans and combine them with IoT data. For users of additive manufacturing, this means that components from existing fleets or prototypes can be captured in high resolution, processed parametrically, and transferred directly into CAD and CAM environments for 3D printing.
“We are truly delighted to form this partnership,” said Bai Yuli, General Manager of Lenovo New Vision. “Together, we will develop products tailored to the needs of the industry and further expand our presence in the Chinese market. At the same time, Artec 3D’s strong global reputation and extensive international resources will help Lenovo accelerate its global growth. We look forward to strengthening our cooperation and creating mutual success.”
“This collaboration is an important step forward,” added Art Yukhin, CEO of Artec 3D. “By combining Artec’s 3D and AI capabilities with Lenovo New Vision’s scale advantages and extensive market coverage, we will create a solid infrastructure that will serve as a powerful engine for smart upgrades and resilient growth across all industries.”
The second focus is on the cultural sector. Together with Artron Cultural Group, Artec 3D plans to capture museum objects, sculptures, and historic architecture as highly detailed 3D models. These datasets can be used not only for archiving and virtual exhibitions, but also for 3D printing physical replicas, for example for research purposes or accessible education. Artron contributes its expertise in conservation standards and regulatory requirements, while Artec 3D adapts its systems to Chinese standards and workflows.
“In our early days, we mainly served professional artists, primarily to serve the art of the people,” said Wan Jie, CEO of Artron Art Group. Since 2008, we have also been striving to bring art closer to the people. Through this collaboration, we will work together to use digital tools to help more people discover, appreciate, and share Chinese culture, enabling Chinese art to reach an international audience.”
“Our partnership marks a new stage in the integration of culture and technology,” said Art Yukhin. “By combining our 3D and AI technologies with Artron’s deep knowledge of cultural heritage, we are able to preserve and share art in digital form in more innovative ways.”
In joint laboratories in China and Luxembourg, the partners intend to test new 3D/AI methods that span from industry to cultural heritage. For 3D printing users, this creates an expanded toolbox: from precise capture and data preparation through simulation all the way to additive reproduction of complex geometries.
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