SIEMENS DIGITAL INDUSTRIES SOFTWARE

Solid Edge
Providing a portfolio of affordable, easy-to-use software solutions
for product development
solidedge.siemens.com

Disruption in productdesign and manufacturing
Many companies are using yesterday’s
processes to develop tomorrow’s
products – products that continue to increasein complexity. To turn complexity into operational excellence, Siemens Digital Industries
Software believes that customers should
embrace a comprehensive digital twin
strategy. For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) especially, digitalization can
provide a tremendous competitive advantage.
SMBs have become synonymous with innovation and market disruption but can lack theinfrastructure to consistently bring products tomarket quickly. Digitalization provides theability to connect people, devices and businesses to lower or remove that barrier. Since
SMBs have the advantage of being agile, they
can more easily leverage digital transformation
to leapfrog the big incumbents. Today’s
startups and SMBs can be tomorrow’s large
enterprises.
Siemens Digital Industries Software empowers
SMBs with solutions that address their uniqueneeds. Delivering value, flexibility and choice,
the Solid Edge® software portfolio can help
shape future designs, with market-leading
product development tools for mechanical andelectrical design, simulation, manufacturing,technical publications, data management,
cloud collaboration and more.

“Ninety percent of SMBs are allocating budget
for digital transformation.”
IDC, Digital Transformation in Product Design and Development:
The Opportunity for SMB Manufacturers, 20182

Digital transformation
technology

Image courtesy of Radio Bro

Selecting a technology platform that enables transformation is an important
decision, one by which a company can live or die. As a leading provider ofmanufacturing and engineering solutions for more than 170 years, Siemens
is well positioned to deliver the next-generation technologies you need.
Digital transformation integrates all parts of a business, allowing you to turndata into added value at all stages of the product and production lifecycle.

“Forty-eight and three-tenths
percent of SMB manufacturers believe their efforts
around digital transformation
will be essential to theircompany’s survival in thenext three to five years.”
IDC, Thriving in the Digital Economy, 2020

Solid Edge is part of the Xcelerator portfolio, the comprehensive and integrated portfolio of software and services from Siemens Digital Industries
Software. It speeds digital transformation and is the catalyst for developing afully digital enterprise. The comprehensive digital twin is at the center ofdigital transformation. By enabling manufacturers to create a digital representation of their products, Solid Edge is a key part of the Xcelerator portfolio for SMBs.

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Next-generation productdevelopment for today’sengineers
Synchronous Technology
The cornerstone of the Solid Edge portfolio is its market-leading computer-aided design (CAD)
application. Developed from the ground up to be an open and extensible tool, Solid Edge withsynchronous technology provides you with the freedom to easily design naturally and iteratively, whether you are working on a new design or editing existing parts, assemblies or products. That’s because synchronous technology contains built-in intelligence that interprets design
intent regardless of where the design originated.
Solid Edge with synchronous technology also enables seamless collaboration. In today’s open,
highly connected digital design environment, interoperability is no longer just a nice feature tohave − it is essential. Siemens synchronous technology provides the common language for thenext generation of product design.
Additional components at the core of Solid Edge include technologies such as generative
design, convergent modeling, subdivision modeling and reverse engineering. Deeply embedded
in Solid Edge, these robust features are reshaping the way products are developed.

“The ability to problem solve without
constraints is magical.”Dr. Ryan Spoering, Founder,
Lab Machinist Solutions

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Solid Edge with synchronous technology will
reshape the way you think about productdesign.
Reverse engineering
Regardless of where or how parts arecreated − imported from other systems,
digitally scanned or as part of a generative design analysis − Solid Edge provides
you with uniquely powerful tools to
prepare faceted bodies for downstream
modeling and/or manufacturing.
Generative design
Generative design is a powerful solutionthat enables quick creation of optimized,
lightweight product designs. Generative
design studies are sure to reshape both
the way you think about designing a
product and the product itself.
Incorporating generative design capabilities early in the process will help you tocreate new innovative designs, reducematerial costs and influence your downstream manufacturing process, whether
you’re leveraging new additive technologies or employing traditional manufacturing processes.
Subdivision modeling
Subdivision modeling allows you todevelop distinctively unique products
based on organic shapes without theneed for expert knowledge. Using
advanced capabilities for shape creation,
manipulation and analysis allows anyone
to quickly and easily develop high-quality
advanced shapes based on complex
geometry in a fraction of the timerequired with traditional products.

Convergent modeling

Parasolid software

Convergent Modeling™ technology,

The engine behind the Solid Edge port-which is part of the solid Edge portfolio,

folio is Parasolid® software, the industry’s

allows you to incorporate mesh models

most widely used computer-aided

into the design workflow to create realgeometric modeling kernel. Using

designs. You can also seamlessly combine

Parasolid enables the creation and modi-

traditional boundary representation

fication of digital 3D models and delivers(b-rep) solid models with triangular meshcomplete 3D model compatibility

models without time-consuming andbetween product development applica-

error-prone conversions.

tions such as design, simulation andmanufacturing.

5The Solid Edge portfolio
Solid Edge is a portfolio ofaffordable, easy-to-use
software tools that address
all aspects of the productdevelopment process.
Solid Edge is available in arange of options, fromintroductory to advanced
capabilities via flexible
licensing models to fit therequirements of designers
and engineers working instart-ups, advanced manufacturing organizations
and everything in
between.

Solid Edge mechanical design

Accelerate design with powerful yet easy-to-use mechanical design applications,available in a range of packages.

Solid Edge electrical design

Integrate electrical and electronic components with industry-proven solutions thatenable seamless electromechanical collaboration.

Solid Edge simulation

Investigate design options and refine functionality in a virtual environment to accelerate
analysis, predict performance and reduce prototypes.

Solid Edge data management

Streamline collaboration, improve workflows and accelerate engineering changes.

Solid Edge technical publications

Quickly author accurate instructions for product manufacturing, installation and maintenance.

Solid Edge manufacturing

Minimize manufacturing costs and understand tolerances with advanced solutions for
manufacturing, including computer numerical control (CNC) machining and additive manufacturing.

Cloud-based collaboration

Securely view, share and mark up designs online for ease of collaboration.

6Solid Edge mechanical design
It’s important the CAD software you choose is easy to use and accessible to bothdesigners and occasional users, is a future-proof solution and is built on open standards.
Using Solid Edge enables you to check all these boxes.
Solid Edge mechanical design solutions are distinguished by their ability to provide
superior part modeling, fast assembly performance, flexible drafting, best-in-class sheet
metal capabilities and industry-leading visualization. These attributes enable Solid Edge
to deliver a fast and flexible design experience while easing the challenges inherent inproduct development.

Solid Edge design
is available in four
packages, ranging
from basic designand drafting capabilities
to a premium version.

Using Solid Edge simplifies data migration of 3D models and 2D drawings from otherindustry software, with dedicated migrators for SolidWorks, Creo Elements Direct, Creo(previously Pro/Engineer) and Autodesk Inventor. These migrators maintain rich model
information and associated drawings during migration.

Solid Edge electrical design
Products are increasingly smart and connected and are designed to improve
our productivity and simplify our daily lives, regardless of the industry.
Designing these products is anything but simple.
Electromechanical design is meant to be seamless and Solid Edge electricaldesign solutions provide just that. Industry-proven tools allow you to design electricalsystems while simultaneously collaborating with the mechanical domain to optimize
product design. Using included electrical simulation, your design will be completelyfunctional. And by automating wire harness engineering, you can create designs
that are completely manufacturable.
Best-in-class schematic capture and printed circuit board (PCB) layout tools are alsoavailable, including sketch routing and hierarchical 2D/3D planning and placement
tools to simplify PCB design. Unique collaboration tools are used toexchange design aspects between the electricaland mechanical workflows with support
for IDX 2.0 and 3.0 formats.

“Fifty-eight percentof companies requireat least two additional
design iterations
to address electromechanical issues.”
Aberdeen, PCB Excellence: On Time,On Budget, and Strategically On-Point,
2 0197Solid Edge simulation
During the design phase of the productdevelopment lifecycle, users need fast,easy-to-use and accurate tools to help
them understand the behavior of theirdesigns early, eliminate the less attractive
options and deliver optimized, best-inclass products. Solid Edge simulation
solutions meet these needs by enabling
analysis of virtual protypes to be carriedout by designers at an early stage in thedesign process.
From thermal or transient heat transfer
analysis to finite element (FE) andcomputational fluid dynamics (CFD)
analysis, Solid Edge has you covered withsimulation tools for design validation andoptimization.

Solid Edge data management
Solid Edge offers a scalable set of data
management solutions to meet the varying
needs of manufacturing organizations. Solid
Edge enables you to rapidly implement data
management practices to improve workflows
and provide measurable results, such as
improved revision control, faster engineeringchanges and reduced errors.
And Solid Edge provides a path to help when
you’re ready to grow to a more robust data
management solution. The Teamcenter®
software Rapid Start configuration integrates
Solid Edge with Teamcenter, enabling you tomanage, capture and share all your productdevelopment data and ensuring your participation in an advanced digital product development ecosystem.

8Solid Edge technical publications
Use Solid Edge technical publications todeliver satisfactory in-field product performance and make your business a success.
Easy-to-use, fully integrated authoring
applications enable you to clearly communicate detailed and accurate instructions
for product manufacturing, installation andmaintenance. Whether you want to create
state-of-the-art illustrations or interactive
3D technical documents, Solid Edge technical publications can be used to automatically retrieve content from CAD models so
you don’t have to manually recreate thatdata.

Image courtesy of Thermoplan“Digitalization has also made it
possible to better track andmanage the materials used in
production and Thermoplan’squality assurance processes.
The company can now also offer
customer service remotely overthe internet; for example,
by providing instructions
for replacing the water filter.”
Adrian Steiner
Chief Executive Officer and Co-owner
Thermoplan

Solid Edge manufacturing
Solid Edge provides advanced tools neededto manufacture today’s complex products,from CNC machining to 3D printing.
Machine tool programming that addresses
all types of CNC manufacturing, from simple
NC programming to high-speed and multiaxis machining, is available in Solid Edge
CAM Pro, a comprehensive, highly flexible
system that uses the latest machining
technology to efficiently program your CNC
machine tools.
Additionally, Solid Edge enables you toautomate print preparation and color
printing options for additive manufacturing(AM). Whether you are doing additive
manufacturing in-house or 3D printing witha service bureau, Solid Edge allows you tocompare price and delivery options to makeyour ideas a reality.

9Cloud collaboration
With Solid Edge and Xcelerator Share,
your team can collaborate efficiently,
securely share data with customers andsuppliers from anywhere on any device.
Xcelerator Share is a cloud-based solution
specifically designed to help customers
collaborate with colleagues, partners andcustomers in a secure environment. With
Xcelerator Share you get 3D and 2D CAD
viewing and markup capabilities,
augmented reality (AR) and virtual prototyping, secure project-based sharing andmore.

Demanding customers, rapidly morphingproducts, new business models andproduct development workflows provide
valuable opportunity for innovation. And
the opportunity to innovate across any or
all of these axes is not a distant vision, it isvery much a present-day possibility, but it
will require a digital technology platform;
one that enables more than the sum of its
constituent parts.”
Digital innovation value: The whole being greater than the sum of its parts, Allan Behrens,
Taxal Consulting, 2018

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Solid Edge community
The growing and vibrant Solid Edgecommunity includes professionals,
students, teachers, mentors, makers,
start-ups and co-creation communities,
offering comradery and ongoingsupport.
The Solid Edge user forum provides
tutorials, blogs, podcasts and tips andtricks to improve your productivity.
Regional user meetings and learning
events provide opportunities to networkwith peers and improve your Solid Edge
proficiency.
You can even become certified in Solid
Edge from the comfort of your desk. The
Solid Edge certification materials andexam are designed to evaluate skills andNetwork with other Solid Edge users andimprove your productivity.

recognize Solid Edge Certified
Professionals for their expertise.

Maximize the value of your investment
Solid Edge is sold as modules with progressive functionality, ranging from 2D/3D design andautomated drawing production to advanced functionality such as assembly design, sheet
metal, simulation and engineering libraries – all for a reasonable monthly fee – including
maintenance and support.
An experienced network of value-added resellers around the globe provides technicalGet started easily
with a free trial,monthly subscription
or perpetual license

support and training for your entire design team to ensure your success. Achieve continuousvalue and maximize your return on investment in Solid Edge by harnessing the power ofmaintenance, enhancements and support (ME&S).
The Solid Edge portfolio delivers easy-to-use, affordable, industry-leading solutions and much more.
Combined with outstanding customer support, a robust and engaged community and Siemens technology know-how, Solid Edge provides an advantage that can help you to design and deliver tomorrow’s innovations.
For detailed information about the individual products in the Solid Edge portfolio, visit solidedge.
siemens.com.
11About Siemens Digital Industries Software
Siemens Digital Industries Software is driving transformation toenable a digital enterprise where engineering, manufacturing
and electronics design meet tomorrow. Xcelerator, the comprehensive and integrated portfolio of software and services from
Siemens Digital Industries Software, helps companies of all sizes
create and leverage a comprehensive digital twin that provides
organizations with new insights, opportunities and levels ofautomation to drive innovation. For more information on
Siemens Digital Industries Software products and services, visit
siemens.com/software or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook
and Instagram. Siemens Digital Industries Software –Where today meets tomorrow.

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