In the world today there are is a massive array of different industries that regularly utilise large format scanning and printing. The need for high quality images in large sizes and the capability to scan large images so that a digital version can be created is important in many areas that would not normally spring to mind.
One of the industries that regularly use large format scanning and printing is within design. Designers and architects regularly use large format scanning and printing to back up their hard copies. It is still the case that many architects will draw their designs by hand and then scan them to create a digital copy. The problem however is that as many architects and designers use large paper sizes; typically A3 is a minimum, a larger scanning device is required.
Large format scanners are also used within the fine art world. Understandably not everyone can afford to own masterpieces from the Renaissance or the surrealist movement. Many companies will scan these paintings, selling copies for half the price so that modest art collectors can own the painting they like. In this industry image quality and the abilities of the scanner to faithfully reproduce the image is essential. Within the fine art world only the most high spec scanners and printers are used.
These are just two of the industries that use large format scanners and printers on a regular basis.
