What QFP does

QFP srl is an Italian industrial metrology company founded in 2002 and headquartered in Spoleto (Perugia), with a second office in Este (Padua). It began as the exclusive Italian distributor for Steinbichler Optotechnik (now ZEISS Optotechnik) and has since built a position as a value-added distributor and system integrator of 3D optical and laser scanning measurement technologies. Its product portfolio spans portable 3D laser scanners (Creaform HandySCAN 3D in EVO/Black/Max/Pro variants, MetraSCAN 3D, Go!SCAN 3D), portable CMM arms (FARO Gage Max, Quantum X FaroArm), photogrammetry and optical CMM systems (MaxSHOT 3D, HandyPROBE), and specialized gap-and-profile devices (GapGun, WiseGap), complemented by FARO Focus laser scanners. The company has built proprietary automation platforms on top of these OEM products, including the QBOX Minicobot (UR10 cobot + ZEISS COMET), QBOX Evolution for Automotive, QBOX Evolution for Aerospace, and plug-and-play Automation Kits integrating Creaform scanners with FANUC CRX cobots.

QFP monetizes across four revenue streams: (i) hardware distribution of internationally branded 3D measurement equipment; (ii) metrological services including 3D surveying, 2D/3D design, dimensional control, reverse engineering, and non-destructive testing, delivered both in-house and on-site at client locations in Italy and abroad; (iii) custom automation solutions spanning design, integration, installation, and commissioning of QBOX and Automation Kit systems, supported by SPC, Profinet, and OPC UA connectivity; and (iv) training via QFP Academy courses on GD&T, optical systems, laser scanning, and inspection. Pricing is quote-based with no public disclosure, reflecting a consultative enterprise sales motion targeting OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.

The customer base is enterprise-grade and concentrated in Italian manufacturing: automotive OEMs and suppliers (Stellantis/FCA, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Ducati, BMW, Iveco, CNH Industrial, Continental, Baomarc, Beta Motor), aerospace (Leonardo, Avio Aero, AgustaWestland, Alenia), motorsport (Dallara), industrial manufacturing (Technogym, Rochling), and energy (GeOil). The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification, operates under Italian srl structure with €20,000 paid-in capital, and reports a headcount band of 11–50 employees.

Name

QFP

Legal name

QFP srl

Website

https://qfp-service.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

QFP srl, founded in 2002 and headquartered in Spoleto, Italy, distributes premium 3D metrology hardware (Creaform, ZEISS, FARO) and designs custom automated measurement cells and metrological services for Italian enterprise manufacturers in automotive, aerospace, motorsport, and industrial sectors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Metrology & 3D Measurement Solutions

NAICS

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

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Quality Inspection & Metrology (Machine Vision) (IMAIAMAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metrology & Dimensional Measurement (CMMs, laser trackers, gauges, surface/roughness) (IMAGAFAD), Metrology Automation & Robotics (Automated Cells, In-Line Gauging) (IMAAAHAH), Metrology & Inspection Systems (CMM, Laser Trackers, Optical Comparators) (IMAAAHAC), Metrology & Scanning Services (Inspection Labs, On-Site Measurement) (IMAAAHAJ)

Keywords

• Industrial metrology solutions
• 3D measurement systems
• Automated quality control
• Portable laser scanners
• Metrology services

Headquarters

HQ city

Este

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. 3D Measurement Hardware Distribution: Distribution of internationally branded 3D scanning and measurement equipment including Creaform scanners (HandySCAN 3D, MetraSCAN 3D, HandyPROBE), FARO arms and laser scanners, and ZEISS COMET systems. Revenue generated through product sales with varying configurations and performance levels.
2. Metrological Services: Technical and metrological services including 3D surveying, 2D/3D design, dimensional control, reverse engineering, and non-destructive testing. Services delivered both at QFP facilities and on-site at client locations in Italy and abroad.
3. Custom Automation Solutions: Design, development, and integration of automated measurement cells and inline inspection systems (QBOX, Automation Kits) for production quality control. Includes installation, commissioning, and ongoing support services.
4. Training and Academy Services: Technical training courses on 3D measurement systems, GD&T, inspection software, reverse engineering, and metrology best practices through the QFP Academy program.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

QFP is an Italian industrial metrology specialist that distributes internationally branded 3D measurement hardware (Creaform, FARO, ZEISS Optotechnik) and designs, integrates, and services custom automated measurement cells (QBOX, Automation Kits) for in-line and at-line quality control. The company also delivers metrology services (3D surveying, dimensional control, reverse engineering, non-destructive testing) and training through QFP Academy, primarily serving automotive, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.

Product overview

QFP provides an integrated portfolio of 3D metrology solutions comprising portable 3D laser scanners (HandySCAN 3D series in EVO, Black, Max, and Pro variants, plus MetraSCAN 3D optical CMM and Go!SCAN 3D), portable measurement arms (FARO Gage Max, Quantum X FaroArm), optical CMM systems (HandyPROBE, MaxSHOT 3D photogrammetry), specialized gap/profile measurement devices (GapGun, WiseGap), and FARO Focus laser scanners. These hardware products are complemented by QFP's automation platforms including QBOX Minicobot (combining UR10 cobot with ZEISS COMET sensor), QBOX Evolution for Automotive and Aerospace (robotic 3D scanning cells), and Automation Kits for MetraSCAN and HandySCAN 3D (integrating FANUC cobots). QFP also offers metrology services (3D surveys, dimensional controls, reverse engineering, non-destructive testing, 2D/3D design) and QFP Academy training courses, all supported by software platforms like PolyWorks Inspector, Creaform VXelements, and FARO CAM2 for measurement analysis and SPC integration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• QBOX: Collaborative 3D measurement cell combining UR10 cobot with ZEISS COMET fringe projection sensor for automated scanning in metrology labs.
• QBOX Evolution per Automotive
• QBOX Evolution per Aerospace
• QBOX Minicobot
• Automation Kit MetraSCAN
• Automation Kit per HandySCAN 3D
• Impianti custom per l'analisi dei difetti
• Impianti per il controllo di processo

Products and services

• HandySCAN 3D Series (EVO, Black, Max, Pro) Portable 3D laser scanners distributed by QFP from Creaform, offering metrology-grade accuracy from 0.020 mm to 0.030 mm across variants, with features including blue laser technology, integrated photogrammetry, dynamic referencing, and wireless connectivity. Used for industrial quality control, reverse engineering, and 3D inspection.
• MetraSCAN 3D Optical CMM scanner from Creaform with 15 laser crosses achieving 1,800,000 measurements per second, featuring dynamic referencing and accuracy of 0.025 mm with DIN EN ISO 17025 certification. Designed for industrial metrology inspection applications.
• Go!SCAN 3D Portable 3D scanner from Creaform capturing geometry and color with integrated texture, accuracy up to 0.050 mm, and up to 1,500,000 measurements per second with white light technology. Used for rapid 3D visualization and color capture.
• FARO Arm Gage Max Compact portable CMM arm from FARO for small parts with 1.5m work volume, 6-axis design, ISO 10360-12 compliance, and quick-release universal attachment for ScanArm configurations. Distributed by QFP in Italy.
• Quantum X FaroArm Metrology-grade portable CMM distributed by QFP from FARO, configurable in 6 or 7 axes with five arm lengths (2.0m to 4.0m), with optional FARO 8-Axis Max rotary worktable reducing measurement time by up to 40%.
• HandyPROBE Portable optical CMM from Creaform with dynamic referencing and wireless probe, providing metrology-grade accuracy up to 0.025 mm with ISO 10360-12 acceptance tests and ISO 17025 accreditation.
• MaxSHOT 3D Optical coordinate photogrammetry system from Creaform for large parts (2-10m) with accuracy up to 0.015 mm/m, real-time GO/NO GO feedback via projected laser frame, and VDI/VDE 2634 Part 1 acceptance tests.
• GapGun Laser measurement device for rapid dimensional measurements of gap, flushness, radii, and angles with 2D profile analysis, touch screen interface, programmable tolerances, and integrated data management. Distributed by QFP.
• WiseGap Digital wireless system for measuring internal gaps on seals and closures using patented extensimetric displacement measurement technology with auto-calibrating sensors and temperature compensation. Distributed by QFP.
• Laser Scanner Focus FARO Focus 3D laser scanners distributed by QFP for short, medium, and long-range scanning in architecture, engineering, construction, public safety, and product design applications.
• QBOX Minicobot Proprietary compact automation solution by QFP combining UR10 collaborative robot with ZEISS COMET fringe projection sensor for automated 3D scanning and inspection, featuring plug-and-play QBOX software and overlay technology without markers. Delivers up to 4x productivity improvement versus manual measurement.
• QBOX Evolution per Automotive Proprietary automated 3D measurement cell by QFP for automotive dimensional control using latest-generation laser sensors and anthropomorphic robots with collaborative programming, featuring optional Safety, Visual, Comfort packs and SPC integration.
• QBOX Evolution per Aerospace Proprietary pioneering automated 3D scanning cell by QFP for aerospace with integrated robotics, laser sensors, and inspection software for complex components with metrological accuracy, compliance with aerospace standards, and Profinet/OPC UA integration.
• Automation Kit MetraSCAN Proprietary compact automated cell by QFP with FANUC CRX-10iA/L cobot designed for MetraSCAN 3D in robotic or manual mode with rapid switching, featuring VXscan-R offline programming and accuracy up to 0.025 mm.
• Automation Kit per HandySCAN 3D Proprietary compact cell by QFP with FANUC CRX-5iA cobot for HandySCAN 3D in robotic or manual mode with rapid switching, offering BLACK Series accuracy up to 0.025 mm or MAX Series for large volumes.
• Metrology Services (3D Surveying, 2D/3D Design, Dimensional Control, Reverse Engineering, Non-Destructive Testing) Technical metrology services delivered both at QFP facilities and on-site at client locations in Italy and abroad, including 3D surveying, 2D/3D design, dimensional control, reverse engineering, and non-destructive testing.
• QFP Academy Training Technical training courses on 3D measurement systems, GD&T, inspection software, reverse engineering, and metrology best practices. Course offerings include Corso di misura con sistemi ottici, Corso GD&T, Corso di Reverse Engineering, Corso di misura con sistemi laser, and Corso di ispezione geometrica.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 40% reduction in measurement time with FARO 8-Axis Max rotary worktable integration
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers17 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration21 records

AI capability2 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Creaform (AMETEK Group)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Since 2022, QFP has been a strategic partner of Creaform, part of the AMETEK group. This partnership consolidates QFP's role as an integrator of advanced technologies for metrology and automated quality control. QFP integrates Creaform products including HandySCAN 3D, MetraSCAN 3D, and HandyPROBE into custom automation solutions.
• ZEISS OptotechnikcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2015Since 2015, QFP has been the official ZEISS Optotechnik distributor in Italy, continuing the legacy of the Steinbichler partnership and expanding the portfolio of high-precision optical measurement technologies.
• Steinbichler Optotechnik GmbH (now Carl Zeiss Optotechnik GmbH)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2002QFP began in 2002 as the exclusive Italian distributor for Steinbichler optical and laser 3D scanning systems. This partnership introduced cutting-edge 3D scanning technology to the Italian market and established QFP's foundation in non-conventional metrology. The partnership later evolved as Steinbichler became part of Carl Zeiss Optotechnik.
• FAROcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorQFP distributes FARO measurement arms (Quantum X FaroArm, Gage Max) and laser scanners (Focus series), providing portable CMM solutions and large-scale 3D scanning capabilities for industrial applications.
• FANUCcoreTechnology or IntegrationQFP integrates FANUC collaborative robots (CRX series) into its Automation Kit systems for automated 3D scanning solutions. The partnership enables plug-and-play automation combining Creaform scanners with FANUC cobots.
• Universal RobotscoreTechnology or IntegrationQBOX Minicobot integrates UR10 collaborative robot with ZEISS COMET fringe projection sensor for compact automated measurement in metrology labs.
• AICON 3D SystemsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic partnership established 2005-2015 period with AICON 3D Systems for 3D measurement solutions, contributing to QFP's expanded portfolio during its growth phase.
• Third DimensionminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership established during 2005-2015 period for additional measurement technology distribution.
• InoraminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership established during 2005-2015 period for expanded metrology solutions portfolio.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence: Hexagon is a global leader in metrology, including optical 3D scanning, robotic inspection cells, and CMMs. As a broad incumbent with a much larger product and service portfolio, it competes with QFP for enterprise inspection automation RFPs across automotive and aerospace.
• Mitutoyo: Mitutoyo is a global leader in precision measurement instruments, including CMMs, hand tools, and vision-based inspection systems used by the same automotive and aerospace manufacturers QFP serves. It is a broad incumbent with overlapping industrial metrology capabilities.
• Renishaw: Renishaw provides industrial metrology solutions including CMMs, probes, and equator gauges used for in-process dimensional control in similar automotive and aerospace customer bases as QFP. It competes in the broader industrial metrology space as an established global player.
• Nikon Metrology: Nikon Metrology offers portable CMM arms, laser radar, and industrial CT scanning for industrial inspection. Its product range overlaps QFP's distribution and automation portfolio for large-part and aerospace metrology applications.

Direct peers

• Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology (ZEISS Optotechnik): ZEISS is both a QFP distribution principal (ZEISS COMET, ZEISS Optotechnik) and a competitor with its own metrology and automated inspection products (ZEISS AICell Trace, ATOS). The dual partner/competitor relationship mirrors QFP's situation with Creaform.
• Creaform (AMETEK): Creaform manufactures the HandySCAN 3D, MetraSCAN 3D, and HandyPROBE that QFP distributes exclusively in Italy. While QFP is a distribution partner, Creaform's own automation and inspection solutions compete directly with QBOX in the robotic 3D inspection market.
• FARO Technologies: FARO manufactures the portable CMM arms (Quantum X, Gage Max) and laser scanners (Focus series) that QFP distributes and integrates into automation cells. It is a direct peer in the 3D metrology hardware and software space, with QFP operating as both customer and integrator of FARO products.

Emerging players

• Verisurf Software: Verisurf provides 3D measurement and inspection software compatible with the scanning hardware QFP distributes. It is an emerging software peer in the same metrology ecosystem, enabling reverse engineering and inspection workflows for shared industrial customers.
• Bruker Alicona: Bruker Alicona provides optical metrology for form and roughness measurement used in precision manufacturing. It serves overlapping automotive and aerospace customer quality-control use cases where QFP's 3D scanning solutions are deployed.
• InnovMetric Software (PolyWorks): PolyWorks Inspector is one of QFP's primary inspection software platforms, integrating with Creaform, FARO, and ZEISS scanners. InnovMetric competes with and enables QFP's services — a software-focused peer in the 3D measurement workflow layer.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance12 records

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Investors

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