Why Measuring with a Wire is the Best Choice!

When it comes to precision measurement, using a wire-based system like the Proliner has significant advantages over non-contact measuring tools such as laser scanners and photogrammetry systems. Here are seven reasons why the Proliner is always the best choice:

1. Unmatched Accuracy

With the Proliner, you measure only the points you physically touch with the pen, ensuring pinpoint accuracy. Any surface or intricate detail you can touch can be registered. In contrast, non-contact instruments can be affected by surface texture, light reflections, and environmental factors like bright sunlight or shadows, leading to potential inaccuracies. The Proliner is not affected by these environmental issues and is therefore the most accurate portable digital measuring device in the world!

2. Works on Any Material

The Proliner can measure a wide range of materials, including transparent, reflective, dark, uneven, and rough surfaces. Even slanted or curved surfaces are no problem, and you can even register an imaginary point in mid-air between two objects. Non-contact systems, on the other hand, often struggle with glass, shiny or colored surfaces, and usually require additional preparation, such as applying coatings or placing markers. The Proliner does not discriminate and measures everything.

3. Up to 40x Faster

With the Proliner, you choose exactly which measurement points you need. You can capture a few key points, measure straight lines, or quickly trace curves and shapes with the push of a button. Digital drawings appear instantly on the screen, requiring minimal post-processing. Non-contact systems don’t allow you to follow or trace shapes directly. They require manual point selection and extensive post-processing. While optical scanners can capture large surfaces in 3D, they often require time-consuming cleaning, alignment, and corrections.

4. Reliable in Any Environment

The Proliner works flawlessly indoors, outdoors, and on-site—without being affected by lighting conditions, fog, or swirling dust. This makes it ideal for construction sites, boatyards, and workshops. Non-contact systems, however, can be unreliable in reflecting or varying light conditions or when ambient conditions change.

5. Easy to Use

The Proliner is designed for simplicity. Even users with no technical experience can operate it easily—just place it at the right height, move the measuring pen to the required points, and press a button to register them. Some measuring tasks even have dedicated apps that guide users step by step. Non-contact tools often require advanced technical knowledge to adjust optical settings, align scans, and process complex point clouds. Everyone in your company can learn how to measure with the Proliner.

6. Built to Last

Engineered for heavy-duty industrial use, the Proliner requires minimal maintenance and is designed to withstand tough conditions. Many users have been relying on their sustainable Proliner for decades! In contrast, non-contact measuring tools are often fragile, require frequent calibration, and demand careful handling.

7. Clean & CAD-Compatible

With the Proliner, you capture only the points you need, generating clean, lightweight DXF files that integrate seamlessly with CAD/CAM programs or Prodim Factory software. You can even send your files directly to a CNC machine. Non-contact tools (especially the optical ones) often create massive point clouds or meshes, requiring additional conversion before use. And of course you don’t want any redundant work due to excess data.

Why Choose the Proliner?

If accuracy, speed, and ease of use are your top priorities—especially in real-world environments—the Proliner is the best choice.

Ideal Applications for the Proliner:

✅ Stone, marble, and ceramic fabrication
✅ Countertops & kitchen worktops
✅ Tiles & flooring
✅ Glass & window manufacturing
✅ Boat & yacht building
✅ Commercial vehicle interior and flooring
✅ Doors & windows
✅ Interior design & built-in furniture
✅ Metalwork & quality control

Ready to experience the precision of the Proliner? Get Wired today!