Set the Standard for Industrial Equipment Design

The industrial equipment industry is under constant pressure to deliver innovative products that are durable, efficient, and cost-effective. SOLIDWORKS® offers a suite of purpose-built tools that help manufacturers and engineers tackle these challenges head-on. Designed to meet the specific demands of industrial equipment manufacturers, SOLIDWORKS improves product design, streamlines workflows, and integrates cutting-edge technologies.

From parametric 3D CAD design to advanced simulation and manufacturing automation, SOLIDWORKS provides a complete solution for developing better machines and staying competitive in the market.

Trends in Industrial Equipment Design

The industrial equipment industry is evolving rapidly due to technological advancements and shifting market demands. Key trends include:

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Embracing Technology

Integrating Artificial Intelligence, big data, digital twins, and smart manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, eliminate manual, repetitive tasks, and reduce downtime through preventive maintenance.

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Mass Customization

Increasing demand for equipment tailored to specific uses, specialized needs, and client requirements can be met through agile approaches to modular design, digital twin simulations, and additive manufacturing.

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Sustainability

Designing for material efficiency and compliance with environmental regulations, as well as designing for service, dismantling, and recycling will keep manufacturers ahead of the sustainability curve, while lowering production costs.

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Virtual Prototyping

Reduce dependence on physical prototypes, accelerate time-to-market, and lower material waste through robust engineering simulation tools that identify design flaws, optimize performance, and validate concepts throughout the ideation and design phases.

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Automation and Robotics

Integrating advanced robots with IoT and AI technologies gives industrial equipment manufacturers a competitive edge by enhancing efficiency, precision, and scalability – ensuring your equipment operates at peak performance. 

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Risk Planning

The global supply chain is a turbulent terrain. Secure your footing against disruptions by taking a data-driven, platform approach to monitor, predict, and adapt your supply chain for risk identification and mitigation during engineering, manufacturing, and service stages. 

Who are the Stakeholders in Industrial Equipment

SOLIDWORKS caters to a diverse range of stakeholders in the industrial equipment sector:

  • Mechanical Engineers: Ensure designs meet performance and durability standards.
  • Product Developers: Balance the demands of innovation, cost-efficiency, and time-to-market.
  • Industrial Designers: Incorporate functional and aesthetic elements into equipment designs.
  • Electrical Engineers: Create detailed electrical schematics using tools like SOLIDWORKS Electrical.
  • Manufacturing Engineers: Optimize production processes with tools like Shop Floor Programmer and SOLIDWORKS PDM.
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Addressing Industrial Equipment Challenges with SOLIDWORKS

SOLIDWORKS solutions provide industrial equipment manufacturers with powerful tools for 3D design, simulation, and product data management, enabling them to streamline development processes and reduce time-to-market. With SOLIDWORKS, industrial equipment manufacturers can create highly customized and complex machine with greater precision and innovation in product design. By adopting SOLIDWORKS, industrial equipment professionals can achieve the following:

Why Choose SOLIDWORKS?

SOLIDWORKS offers an integrated ecosystem of tools to meet these challenges and more. SOLIDWORKS solutions simplify the design to manufacturing process while empowering users with tools that deliver measurable benefits.

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  • 3D CAD Design for Industrial Equipment: SOLIDWORKS’ parametric design tools allow manufacturers to create precise models and assemblies tailored to specific industry needs. From initial concepts to finalized models, 3D CAD ensures flexibility and efficiency in industrial equipment design.
  • Electrical and System Design: Tools like SOLIDWORKS Electrical make it easy to create detailed wiring diagrams and electrical schematics, ensuring efficient integration into equipment systems.
  • Simulation and Testing: SOLIDWORKS Simulation allows virtual testing of equipment under real-world conditions. From thermal analysis to vibration testing, these tools empower engineers to identify and correct design flaws early.
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  • Manufacturing Capabilities with Shop Floor Programmer: Shop Floor Programmer enables manufacturers to efficiently create and validate 2.5- and 3-axis NC programs, generate wire EDM operations, and detect production issues through machine simulation.
  • Data Management and Collaboration Tools: The 3DEXPERIENCE platform and SOLIDWORKS PDM ensure all design data is stored, managed, and accessible to relevant stakeholders, reducing the risks of errors and miscommunication.
  • Product Visualization: Using SOLIDWORKS Visualize, industrial designers can create stunning photorealistic images and animations to demonstrate how final products will look and function.

Trusted by Industry Leaders

Featured Customer: Viscon Group

Viscon Group, a leader in automation for agriculture and food industries, transformed its plant layout design process with SOLIDWORKS design, manufacturing, and data management solutions. By transitioning from 2D to 3D layouts, Viscon drastically reduced design errors, improved collaboration across teams, and enhanced performance for managing large-scale projects. Real-time adjustments and cloud-based data management streamlined operations, enabling faster production and better accuracy. Explore how Viscon leverages innovative tools to optimize workflows and deliver exceptional results.

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