CARSCAN
Vehicle inspection technology

INTRODUCTION

WHAT IS CARSCAN?
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​CarScan is an international award-winning, innovative and contactless method for examining the state of vehicles. The method has been used successfully for a long time in aviation for the inspection of vital, heavy-duty parts of aircraft and for quality assurance in various production processes.

HOW DOES THE METHOD WORK?​

The CarScan method is based on active thermography method. We are stimulating the surfaces with a high-impulse flash (measurements between 0–500 microns) and halogen spotlights (measurements over 500 microns) in a connection with an ultra-sensitive IR camera for capturing the data. 
​Together with a special software, we "display" the results of your vehicle’s measurements in a format that is understandable to anyone. 

WHAT CARSCAN CAN DETECT?
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► whether the car body was repaired using body filler.
► whether the car was additionally painted or lacquered
► if the vehicle was damaged by hail,
► if the damaged bodywork-part has been replaced or repaired,
► whether the body was welded,
► ​whether wheels or bodywork accessories were lacquered or repaired ...
► if the car was "crashed & repaired"

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DEVICES

CARSCAN ECO 2.0 DEVICE
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In july 2020 we presented a new CarScan ECO 2.0 device. The advantage of a new device is compact design, simple software, mobility, easy transport and energy efficient.

You can see video of device on your right ►
All about Eco 2.0 device u can find in our catalogue:

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​CARSCAN 3D-ROBOT
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3D robot is a fully automated device that takes about 10 minutes to inspect the entire vehicle body. The advantage of a robot is fully automatic vehicle inspection system in a very short time. 

​You can see video of device on your right ►
​All about 3D-robot device u can find in our catalogue:

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​The machine is used to inspect a large number of vehicles in a short time. The operator is able to see very clearly the inconsistencies on all body parts.

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REPORT & SERVICE

HOW THE REPORT LOOKS LIKE?

The report, which is given to you immediately after the inspection, contains the following:
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► All vehicle information (to facilitate traceability and comparison with subsequent measurements)
► At least one colour image of the measurement
► Colour scale with identified layer thickness
► Written explanation/interpretation of the measurements by the examiner

EXAMPLE OF THE DETAIL REPORT

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FOR WHOM IS THE SERVICE INTENDED?

INDIVIDUALS
► who, before buying a car, want to make sure about its actual condition. With the use of the report they can reduce the asking price or avoid purchasing repaired car.
► who are selling a used car in good condition and want to increase the bid price. Customer is willing to pay more for a well-preserved car.

CAR DEALERSHIP          
► who understand market value of the full-disclosure CarScan report. Full disclosure and transparency build dealer’s brand.
►  to fully inspect traded-in cars and to signal its real value.
►  to increase the value of the “well-preserved” cars.
► to use the report in dealing with skeptical customers.
► to use the report in dealing with problematic suppliers.
► to protect its good name in consignment sale.
► to determine actual state of vehicle in case measurement by hand cannot be carried out (newer cars are made from very different and complex materials).

CAR INSPECTION COMPANIES
► inspection reports helps buyers and sellers know exactly what they are getting. A thorough, unbiased inspection of the vehicle ensuring buyer and seller know what to expect.

INSURANCE COMPANIES
► to detect fraud and establish the quality of repairs in the event of loss.

LEASING COMPANIES
► to fully inspect and assess the potential damage of traded-in cars.

COURT EXPERT
► to provide help with expert opinions.

CAR MANUFACTURERS
► CarScan can be used also in various automotive production facilities for quality checks of various materials, surfaces and components. Our equipment could be part of the line or as separate station or device.

OTHERS
► All those who have been determining whether something is wrong on a certain part of the car with a classical, coating-thickness gauge and would rather want to obtain accurate information about the damage or repair that is hidden behind it.

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FAQ

►BENEFITS OF CARSCAN SERVICE?

> Inspection of the entire body surface and not just single points
> The method is contactless, therefore it does not leave any traces, damage or changes on the surface, which is being examined 
> The method is reproducible, which means that it can be used based on the before/after principle
> The method detects micro deviations
> It is not necessary to clean the vehicle before the inspection
> The method is insensitive to different temperatures on different parts of the vehicle
> The result is very visual and comprehensible to everyone

►HOW CAN THE CARSCAN SERVICE BENEFIT INSPECTION POINTS FOR USED VEHICLES?

With our service you will raise the quality of vehicle inspections to a higher level. You will save a great deal of time on car body inspection. Your client will be presented with fully credible information about the condition of the body of her vehicle. You will be able to easily show damaged and undamaged parts to the customer with color rendering of the vehicle and provide a report with color images of the vehicle measurements. This service will help you gain a reputation for customers and advantage over competing outlets.
CarScan service will result in an increased number of clients who will be willing to pay more for this kind of service than classic vehicle inspections.

In 2020, we will introduce a fully automated device that will take about 6 minutes to inspect the entire vehicle body.

►DO I HAVE TO CLEAN MY CAR BEFORE MEASUREMENT?

​The vehicle does not need to be completely clean, because thinner dirt does not affect the measurement result. However, before measuring, thick layer of dirt (mud, stubborn dirt for a long period of uncleaned vehicle ...) must be removed from vehicle. Vehicle must be dry, because water drops can also affect the result of the measurements.

►HOW LONG DOES VEHICLE INSPECTION TAKE?

Inspection time depends on the extent of the measurements. An average measurement takes about 20 minutes. In 2021 we will introduce a fully automated device that will take about 6 minutes to inspect the entire vehicle body.

►CAN MEASUREMENTS DETERMINE IF A PARTICULAR BODY PART OF THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPLACED/UNORIGINAL?

CarScan technology detects all the smallest deviations in the homogeneity of the material structure and differences in material thickness up to 1 micron accurately. Such a measurement allows us to easily identify the differences in the structure of the material in the individual body parts, which allows us to identify those body parts (replaced/unoriginal) that differ in structure from the other parts of the vehicle (original).

►WHAT KIND OF DATA DOES A WRITTEN REPORT SHOW?

CarScan report includes basic vehicle data, a color pictures, and an explanation of the findings. For more information about report click here.

►CAN YOU DAMAGE MY CAR WITH CARSCAN SERVICE?

CarScan is contactless and non-demolish measurement method for checking the body conditions of new and used vehicles. Vehicle inspection makes no changes to the surface under review.

►DOES MEASUREMENT DETERMINE HOW VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED?

CarScan measurement makes it possible to determine whether part of the vehicle was damaged at any time. Picture shows whether part of the vehicle was repaired using body filler, painted, lacquered, welded... Our engineers do not comment on cause of injury but with the measurement you can obtain precise information on the surface condition and depth of the injury. On the basis of these data, you can reliably determine whether the damage was on surface, or if the bodywork required deep intervention (for example, body filler). You also get information if original part has been replaced.

►HOW CAN YOUR REPORT HELP ME WITH SELLING MY VEHICLE?

You receive CarScan report on your e-mail address. Report can be used freely for advertising your vehicle. With report you are proving that your vehicle is worth purchasing and consequently get a better price.

►MY CAR HAS A PROTECTIVE FOIL ON. CAN YOU MAKE YOUR MEASUREMENT?

Yes, Cars with wrapping foils on can be inspected.

►IS CARSCAN INSPECSTION SUITABLE FOR NEW CARS?

New vehicles can also be damaged during transportation to the customer (damages during transport and on parking lots, damage from hail, ...). We recommend full CarScan review for all new vehicles. This way you will see what kind of vehicle you have purchased.

►DO I HAVE TO CLEAN MY CAR BEFORE MEASUREMENT?

The vehicle does not need to be completely clean, because thinner dirt does not affect the measurement result. However, before measuring, thick layer of dirt (mud, stubborn dirt for a long period of uncleaned vehicle ...) must be removed from vehicle. Vehicle must be dry, because water drops can also affect the result of the measurements.