Nuvera Fuel Cells, Inc.
SUCCESS METRICS
- Shortened design cycles by 25%
- Cut development costs by 33%
- Reduced costs related to scrap and rework by 20%
- Grabbed significant share of forklift truck fuel cell market
The Challenge
As a global leader in the development of fuel cell systems and processors, Nuvera Fuel Cells, Inc., manufactures fuel cell and hydrogen generation systems for use in industrial vehicles and equipment, including the forklift trucks that are used in warehouses and distribution centers. The company needed to accelerate development and rapidly bring products to market.
The Solution
Nuvera chose the SolidWorks® 3D mechanical design system because it is easy to use, reasonably priced, and provides the range of integrated design and simulation capabilities that the company needs to successfully develop its products. By selecting SolidWorks, Nuvera shortened its design cycles by 25 percent, cut development costs by 33 percent, reduced costs related to scrap and rework by 20 percent, and secured a significant share of forklift truck fuel cell market.
Previous CAD: None
Products(s) Used: SolidWorks Simulation, SolidWorks Flow Simulation, SolidWorks Professional, SolidWorks Premium
Benefit: 2D/3D Transition, Career Advancement
VAR: Solidvision, Inc.
