Verisurf Software
3D metrology software provider for model-based inspection, measurement, assembly guidance, and reverse engineering
- CEO / Founder
- Ernie Husted
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Acquired
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Sandvik (acquirer)
Technology & Products
Key Products
Verisurf 2026 (annual release); Application Suites: Metrology Enterprise Suite, CMM Programming & Inspection, 3D Scanning Inspection & Analysis, 3D Scanning & Reverse Engineering, Tool Building & Inspection, Scan Data Suite; Software Modules: CAD, MEASURE, BUILD, ANALYSIS, AUTOMATE, UNIVERSAL CMM, REVERSE, QUICK SURFACE, TRANSLATORS, VALIDATE, SDK, MOBILE; Hardware: Master3DGage, 3DGage CMM Master, New & Used CMMs
Technological Advantage
Independent software developer supporting open CAD standards and all brands/models of measurement devices; pioneered real-time deviation analysis between manufactured parts and CAD models; first metrology software to implement Model-Based Definition for inspection; built on Mastercam Design (CAD) platform
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Verisurf provides a universal metrology software platform that works with any CAD format and any measurement device, enabling real-time comparison between CAD nominal designs and manufactured parts for quality inspection, tool building, and reverse engineering.
How They Differentiate
Hardware-agnostic platform that works with any CMM brand and any CAD format, unlike competitor solutions that are often tied to specific hardware ecosystems. Strong focus on model-based definition (MBD) and real-time CAD-to-part comparison.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Manufacturers ranging from small job shops to large global enterprises in aerospace, defense, automotive, and general manufacturing
Industry Verticals
Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, General Manufacturing, Job Shops, Education
Competitors
Hexagon (PC-DMIS); PolyWorks (InnovMetric); Zeiss (CALYPSO)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
2024 revenue: ~$12M (SEK 130M); 44 employees; ~1,500 customers
Major Milestones
1993: Verisurf software developed for aerospace wind tunnel model verification; 2008: Verisurf X released with massive point cloud handling; 2010: Master3DGage partnership with Mastercam; 2012: Relocated to new HQ in Anaheim, CA; 2013: 20-year anniversary; 2015: Education Division established; 2018: Universal CMM introduced (I++ standards-based); 2025: Acquired by Sandvik (completed June 3, 2025)
Notable Customers
SpaceX; Boeing; US Navy; Haas F1 Team; Boom Supersonic; Hyatt Die Cast