Faro Technologies, Inc., a provider of portable measurement and imaging solutions, celebrates 30 years in 2011. FARO celebrated this milestone by having one of their valued customers, Paul Jr. Designs, build a custom FARO-themed chopper. FARO's motorcycle build will be featured on Discovery Channel's popular television series American Chopper: Senior vs. Junior premiering January 17, 2011. Some elements like the gas tank, seat pan and primary cover display the true craftsmanship that goes into every design. All of these have intricate shapes and contours that are difficult to capture or re-create by hand. With the FaroArm they are able to digitize the exact shape and placement of components virtually eliminating the need to trace and create cardboard templates. The data collected with the arm can be immediately imported to the CNC machine or water-jet cutter to produce accurate pieces that will fit perfectly from the start, thus reducing scrap, saving time and boosting overall efficiency.

Watch the fabrication and unveiling of the new FARO custom chopper and get a sneak preview of the next generation FaroArm that will be showcased during this two part episode of American Chopper: Senior vs. Junior, premiering January 17 and January 24, 2011.  American Chopper: The Series can be seen in over 150 countries through the Discovery Communication Network. Check your local listings for dates and times.