3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) announced the availability of Geomagic Capture®, a family of powerful, integrated desktop scanner and software tools for professional scan-based design and quality inspection ranging in price from $14,900 to $24,900. The company plans to commence commercial shipments December 3-6.

Geomagic Capture is available in six configurations, and each package includes a compact, ultra-precise, blue light LED scanner directly integrated with Geomagic software including:

· Geomagic Capture for SolidWorks®

· Geomagic Capture for SpaceClaim®

· Geomagic Capture for Design X

· Geomagic Capture for Design Direct

· Geomagic Capture for Control

· Geomagic Capture for Verify

Using Geomagic Capture, designers and engineers can instantly incorporate real world objects into CAD at their desktop. Using easy and intuitive software with direct CAD plugins Geomagic Capture compresses design time, increases productivity and delivers significantly faster product development cycles. Geomagic Capture packages address a variety of applications including precision desktop scanning and integrated high-quality inspection software with pushbutton workflow and automated reporting.

“The introduction of Geomagic Capture is a significant step on the road to fulfill our commitment to reimagine the engineer’s desktop with cutting edge design, scan and inspect tools,” said Calvin Hur, Vice President and General Manager Geomagic Solutions, 3D Systems.

Geomagic Capture is available for pre-order worldwide and will commence commercial shipment in early December 2013.

3D Systems Corp.www.3dsystems.com