3D Wonders has been officially recognized as a SHINING 3D Gold Partner Reseller, joining an elite tier of authorized distributors worldwide.
Gold Partner status validates 3D Wonders' technical expertise, customer success track record, and commitment to metrology-grade 3D scanning. Customers gain access to authorized SHINING 3D products, manufacturer-certified support, and end-to-end professional service from consultation through deployment.
Key benefits for customers
Our story
Building something meaningful in 3D scanning
Over the years, we've helped manufacturers solve quality control challenges, equipped research institutions with precision measurement tools, and partnered with professionals across automotive, aerospace, healthcare, and product design. Now SHINING 3D has recognized 3D Wonders as an official Gold Partner Reseller.
When you invest in 3D technology through 3D Wonders, you're working with a partner vetted, certified, and trusted by one of the world's leading 3D scanning manufacturers.
The program
What is the SHINING 3D Gold Partner program?
SHINING 3D operates a global partner ecosystem that brings high-accuracy 3D vision technology to industries worldwide. Its program has multiple tiers, with Gold Partner as the top level of authorized reseller status. Certification requires meeting qualification criteria across three areas:
Technical certification
Product, software, and application knowledge, verified and retained over time.
Sales and implementation expertise
Proven ability to sell and deploy SHINING 3D solutions effectively.
Customer satisfaction standards
Real-world customer outcomes and manufacturer-level support.
These aren't one-time checkboxes. SHINING 3D evaluates partners on ongoing performance, technical knowledge retention, and real customer outcomes, so Gold Partner status signals a company SHINING 3D trusts to represent its technology at the highest level.
How we earned it
Why 3D Wonders earned Gold Partner recognition
Recognition doesn't come from a single transaction or a sales quota. 3D Wonders earned Gold Partner status through consistent, successful implementations and exceptional customer service across many industries and applications. Our team has deep hands-on experience with every SHINING 3D lineup:
We've deployed these solutions in manufacturing facilities, research labs, and design studios, where every implementation demands workflow optimization, stringent accuracy, and long-term planning. SHINING 3D's roadmap (higher accuracy, faster scanning, wireless operation, seamless software integration) matches what we see in the field every day.
When SHINING 3D evaluated us, they looked at technical knowledge, customer satisfaction, implementation success rates, and our ability to provide manufacturer-level support. We met those standards because we've invested in training, expertise, and customer relationships over the long term.
For customers
What this means for 3D Wonders customers
Gold Partner status creates tangible benefits for anyone implementing SHINING 3D technology with us:
Authorized products
Genuine SHINING 3D products with full manufacturer warranty, support, and proper software licensing, which matters in the 3D scanning market.
Certified specialists
Our team has completed SHINING 3D's technical training, so we recommend the right scanner, configure it correctly, and troubleshoot when issues arise.
Professional onboarding and training
Scanners are precision instruments that need proper setup, calibration, and operator training. We get you scanning accurately from day one.
Ongoing technical support
Questions come up, software updates, workflows evolve. Direct access to SHINING 3D's technical resources means faster resolution.
Reduced investment risk
A partner with proven implementations reduces the risk of buying the wrong equipment or facing deployment alone.
Why 3D Wonders
Why choose 3D Wonders as your partner
Certified expertise you can trust
Official Gold Partner Reseller status, backed by manufacturer-certified training across SHINING 3D's portfolio, from scanners to reverse engineering and inspection software.
Solution-first, not product-first
We start with your application, accuracy needs, workflow constraints, and budget, then design around accuracy, efficiency, and ROI.
End-to-end support
Pre-sales consultation and live demos, setup, team training, and ongoing technical and after-sales service.
Experience across sectors
Manufacturing and inspection, education and research, healthcare, product design, and R&D in automotive, aerospace, and heavy industry.
Local presence, global technology
Responsive North American support plus direct access to SHINING 3D's CNAS-accredited accuracy lab, worldwide R&D, and international expertise.
Proven customer success
Long-standing relationships with leading technology companies, research universities, and specialized aerospace, medical device, and industrial manufacturers.
Our customers include companies like Apple, Google, Meta, and Qualcomm, research institutions like the University of Michigan and University of Arkansas, and specialized manufacturers across aerospace, medical devices, and industry.
The portfolio
Expanded access to SHINING 3D technologies
As a Gold Partner, 3D Wonders provides access to SHINING 3D's complete portfolio of professional and industrial scanning solutions:
SHINING 3D delivers metrology-grade accuracy verified in CNAS-accredited facilities, hardware and software designed to work together, and scalable solutions for everything from small design studios to large manufacturing operations.
Looking ahead
Strengthening the future of 3D innovation
SHINING 3D has invested over 20 years in high-precision 3D vision technology: a CNAS-accredited accuracy lab, a global partner and support network, and continuous innovation such as the RobotScan automation series and FreeScan Omni. 3D Wonders complements this with customer enablement through training, consulting, and workflow optimization across North America.
About 3D Wonders
3D Wonders specializes in metrology-grade 3D scanners, reverse engineering software, and inspection solutions for manufacturers, automotive, aerospace, heavy industry, educational institutions, research centers, and makers programs. We're a San Francisco–based company serving customers across the U.S. and North America.
We believe 3D scanning should be accessible, accurate, and practical, combining technical expertise, hands-on training, and long-term support.
About SHINING 3D
SHINING 3D is a global leader in 3D scanning and digital manufacturing. Founded in 2004, it operates a 1,100 m² CNAS-accredited accuracy lab, R&D centers in multiple countries, and serves customers in over 100 countries and regions.
Official SHINING 3D Gold Partner
Partner with an official SHINING 3D Gold Partner
We work with businesses, institutions, and resellers who want metrology-grade expertise and manufacturer-backed support: collaboration on scanning workflows, training to build internal expertise, and consultation for complex measurement and inspection projects.
Want a demo, a customized quote, or a specialist? Call 1-888-608-9088 or email hello@3dwonders.com.