What Revware does

Revware, Inc. is a privately held company founded in 1992 and headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, that develops and manufactures the MicroScribe line of portable Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs). The core technology is an articulated-arm portable CMM with interchangeable probe tips (ruby, carbide, delrin; ball, needle, and point configurations) used for 3D digitizing, spatial alignment, and precision measurement of objects that are too large, too immovable, or otherwise impractical to measure on a fixed CMM. Revware acquired the MicroScribe product line from Immersion Corp. in 2009 and has since shipped more than 10,000 units globally across manufacturing, research and academia, forensic science, healthcare, education, and engineering design verticals.

The product portfolio centers on the MicroScribe i+ Series Portable CMM ($11,995–$14,495), a specialized Forensic and Anthropology Measurement Solution ($13,495), and the MicroScribe PLUS Upgrade program ($6,995), complemented by the RevWorks for SOLIDWORKS Gold Partner integration ($3,995–$4,995), MicroScribe Utility Software 7.1 ($99), the 3D-ID with LaMP geometric morphometrics package, a MicroScribe SDK, and a catalog of 26 accessories ($10–$649). The platform integrates natively with SOLIDWORKS, Rhino/Rhinoceros (including Rhino 8), Verisurf, Kubotek Kosmos, VTUBE-LASER, and QXSoft, enabling direct CAD/CAM/CAE and inspection workflows.

Revware monetizes primarily through one-time hardware sales and perpetual software licenses, with an accessories and consumables attach stream. Distribution combines a direct e-commerce storefront (revware.net) for SMB and individual buyers, an enterprise field-sales motion with demo requests, and a partner/VAR channel anchored by the longstanding SOLIDWORKS Gold Partner relationship. The company remains independently and privately owned, with no disclosed institutional backing and a headcount in the 11–50 range.

Name

Revware

Legal name

Revware, Inc.

Website

https://revware.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Revware develops and manufactures the MicroScribe line of portable articulated-arm Coordinate Measuring Machines for 3D digitizing and precision measurement, serving manufacturing, research, forensic, education, engineering, and healthcare customers globally through direct sales and CAD software partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Portable Coordinate Measuring Machines (3D Measurement Equipment)

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826)

akta.pro primary industry

Metrology, Inspection & Machine Tool Accessories (CMMs, Probing, Gauging) (IMAHADAK)

Keywords

• Portable coordinate measurement
• 3D digitizing equipment
• CAD-driven measurement
• Articulated arm CMM
• Geometric morphometrics tools

Headquarters

HQ city

Raleigh

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of MicroScribe portable CMM arms and measurement equipment as one-time capital purchases with various configurations and price points.
2. Software Licenses: Sale of RevWorks for SOLIDWORKS software and MicroScribe Utility Software as perpetual licenses with optional upgrades.
3. Accessories and Consumables: Sale of probe tips, mounting plates, travel cases, cables, calibration fixtures, and other accessories for MicroScribe systems.
4. Upgrades and Service: MicroScribe PLUS Upgrade program for existing customers to enhance their systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Revware develops and manufactures portable Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) under the MicroScribe brand, led by the MicroScribe i+ Series, with a specialized variant for forensic and biological anthropology. The company also sells companion software (RevWorks for SOLIDWORKS, MicroScribe Utility Software, 3D-ID with LaMP), a MicroScribe SDK, an upgrade program, certified pre-owned systems, and a 26-item accessory catalog including probe tips, mounting plates, and calibration fixtures.

Product overview

Revware provides portable 3D measurement solutions centered on the MicroScribe line of portable Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs). The core product is the MicroScribe i+ Series Portable CMM, with specialized variants for forensic and anthropology applications. Software offerings include RevWorks for SOLIDWORKS (Gold Partner integration at $3,995-$4,995), MicroScribe Utility Software 7.1 ($99), and 3D-ID with LaMP for geometric morphometrics. The company also offers a MicroScribe SDK for custom development, an upgrade program (MicroScribe PLUS at $6,995), certified pre-owned systems, and a comprehensive catalog of 26 accessories. The product ecosystem enables direct CAD integration with SOLIDWORKS and Rhino 3D, supporting applications in engineering, manufacturing, healthcare, education, and research.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MicroScribe: Portable coordinate measurement machines (CMMs) for 3D digitizing, measurement, and data capture.
• RevWorks
• MUS (MicroScribe Utility Software)
• 3D-ID with LaMP

Products and services

• MicroScribe i+ Series Portable CMM Primary portable coordinate measuring machine offering highly accurate 3D digitizing and measurement capabilities with direct CAD/CAM/CAE integration via data feeds to SOLIDWORKS and Rhino 8. Priced $11,995 – $14,495 USD.
• MicroScribe Forensic and Anthropology Measurement Solution Specialized portable CMM solution designed for forensic science and biological anthropology applications including geometric morphometric measurements. Priced at $13,495 USD.
• MicroScribe PLUS Upgrade Upgrade program allowing existing MicroScribe users to enhance their current systems with improved capabilities. Priced at $6,995 USD for existing customers.
• RevWorks for SOLIDWORKS Gold Partner SOLIDWORKS application enabling CAD-driven digitization workflows, allowing users to capture 3D data from MicroScribe directly into SOLIDWORKS. Priced $3,995 – $4,995 USD.
• MicroScribe Utility Software 7.1 (MUS) Utility software for MicroScribe portable CMM systems providing measurement and digitization functionality. Version 7.1 priced at $99 USD.
• 3D-ID with LaMP Specialized software for biological anthropology applications featuring the Landmark Precision Module (LaMP) for landmark-based geometric morphometric measurements.
• MicroScribe SDK Software Development Kit enabling developers to create custom applications interfacing with MicroScribe portable CMM systems.
• MicroScribe Accessories Complete range of 26 accessories including probe tips (ball, needle, point tips in carbide, ruby, delrin materials), travel and storage cases, mounting plates, tripods, calibration fixtures, alignment divots, cables, and power supplies. Prices range from $10 to $649 USD.
• Certified Pre-Owned MicroScribe Systems Factory-certified pre-owned MicroScribe portable CMM systems offered as a lower-cost entry point for budget-conscious engineering, research, and educational buyers.

Quantifiable outcome

• More than 10,000 MicroScribe portable CMMs distributed worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Dassault Systèmes SOLIDWORKScoreTechnology or IntegrationRevWorks is one of the first SOLIDWORKS Gold Partner applications, released in 1997. Provides deep CAD integration for MicroScribe portable CMMs with SOLIDWORKS. Active participation in 3DEXPERIENCE World events.
• Robert McNeel and Associates (Rhino/Rhinoceros)coreTechnology or IntegrationMicroScribe products integrate with Rhino 3D CAD software. Recent support for feeding MicroScribe data directly into Rhino 8 with free guides available.
• VerisurfcoreTechnology or IntegrationVerisurf is a partner solution provider for portable CMM measurement and inspection workflows using MicroScribe arms.
• Kubotek KosmoscoreTechnology or IntegrationKubotek Kosmos Solution Partner providing reverse engineering and CAD tools that work with MicroScribe digitizing solutions.
• Immersion CorporationcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerRevware acquired the MicroScribe product line from Immersion Corp. in 2009, giving Revware ownership and development rights to the portable CMM technology.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• FARO Technologies: FARO is a leading provider of portable 3D measurement and imaging solutions including laser trackers and articulating-arm CMMs that directly compete with MicroScribe in portable metrology for manufacturing and inspection.
• Creaform: Creaform specializes in portable 3D scanners and measurement solutions for reverse engineering, quality control, and product development — overlapping directly with Revware's portable measurement use cases across manufacturing and engineering.
• Artec 3D: Artec 3D produces portable structured-light 3D scanners used for reverse engineering, quality inspection, and 3D modeling — a non-contact alternative competing for the same portable-measurement workflows Revware serves with MicroScribe.

Broad incumbents

• Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence: Hexagon offers a broad portfolio of fixed and portable CMMs, laser trackers, and metrology software that includes direct overlap with Revware's portable CMM product category, but as part of a much wider industrial sensor and software stack.
• Renishaw: Renishaw manufactures probing systems, fixed CMMs, and portable measurement products used in precision manufacturing QC — overlapping with Revware's measurement and inspection use cases as part of a broader metrology portfolio.
• Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology: ZEISS offers fixed and portable CMMs and 3D scanning solutions (including via GOM) for industrial metrology — directly competing in portable measurement while also serving broader inspection and quality-control workflows.
• Mitutoyo: Mitutoyo is a global measurement-equipment manufacturer spanning hand tools, vision systems, and fixed CMMs — adjacent to Revware's portable CMM category within the broader precision metrology market.
• Nikon Metrology: Nikon Metrology offers portable laser radar, CMMs, and industrial 3D scanning solutions competing with Revware in portable industrial measurement applications.

Emerging players

• InnovMetric (PolyWorks): InnovMetric's PolyWorks is a leading universal 3D metrology software platform that interfaces with portable CMMs and 3D scanners — adjacent to Revware's Verisurf-class software integrations and a potential substitute workflow layer.
• Verisurf: Verisurf provides measurement and inspection software that directly integrates with MicroScribe portable CMM arms — a tight integration partner that also serves as a partial substitute software stack in reverse engineering and QA workflows.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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