PDM Studio - Integration with Solid Edge CAD

 

 

PDM Studio Integration with Solid Edge CAD

Solid Edge is one of the most widely used CAD systems in the global mechanical and plant engineering industries. While the product data management (PDM) function integrated into Solid Edge provides a solid starting point, it quickly reaches its limits, especially when it comes to workflows and automating routine tasks.

Rather than having to repeatedly go through the process of implementing a PDM solution within a short period, it makes sense to explore the opportunities and potential of more advanced PDM systems beforehand.

The apparent drawback of these systems being paid solutions is often quickly outweighed by the enormous advantages. PDM Studio, for example, pays for itself in many projects within just one year.

The direct integration of PDM Studio with Solid Edge makes it easy to manage product data and access functions directly within Solid Edge. There’s no need to switch between applications, saving time and keeping the focus on daily tasks.

Some functions that can be started directly from within Solid Edge include:

  • Switch directly to PDM Studio
  • Save in PDM Studio
  • Check out documents for editing
  • Create copies, e.g. including linked drawings
  • Approve and change status
  • Create a revision/version
  • Open the drawing associated with a 3D model directly
PDM Studio - Function bar within Solid Edge CAD
The function bar of PDM Studio in Solid Edge CAD

All information provided by Solid Edge is also mapped in PDM Studio:

  • Structure of the assembly and the connection between the 3D model and drawing.  
  • Quick overview of assemblies without needing to open Solid Edge.
  • Synchronization of file properties between Solid Edge and PDM Studio.  
  • Use the information to fill in the title block in Solid Edge or to generate bill of materials (BOM) in Solid Edge.
  • Additional documents can be added to the structure or to an individual document for better clarity. For example, a PDF containing specifications for a purchased part can be directly attached to the component.
PDM Studio - Assembly structure from Solid Edge CAD
Assembly structure from Solid Edge in PDM Studio
PDM Studio - Synchronized information with Solid Edge CAD
Synchronized information between Solid Edge and PDM Studio

Solid Edge components can be used directly from PDM Studio:

  • Place into the already opened assembly or drawing  
  • Create drawings  
  • Replace the selected model in the assembly
PDM Studio - Place and replace a part in Solid Edge CAD

 

Check out our videos on the integration of PDM Studio with Solid Edge CAD:

The integration and implementation of PDM Studio can typically be completed in just a few weeks, and preparing all data in advance is not necessary.

Existing data is transferred 1:1 from another PDM system or folder structure and is only optimized during processing. It doesn’t get any faster or easier!

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