A customer recently brought us a drain plug with threads that were still in excellent condition, but the tightening mechanism had become worn and difficult to use. Using our blue-light 3D scanner and CAD software, we reverse engineered the original part and recreated it with the same fit and functionality as the factory component.
Rather than simply copying the original design, we took the opportunity to improve it. The worn screw-style top was replaced with a socket-driven design, making installation and removal quicker, easier, and more reliable for the customer’s employees. This project is a great example of how 3D scanning and custom design can not only replace hard-to-find parts but also enhance them for everyday use.