SOLIDWORKS Desktop Suite
Go beyond design with a powerful set of desktop solutions that turn drawings into real products.
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Make CAD the Heart of Your Design Process
For over thirty years, SOLIDWORKS has been shaping what’s next for engineers and designers, making it the industry standard for CAD.
The SOLIDWORKS desktop suite puts 3D CAD at the heart of your design-to-manufacturing workflow, connecting all your tools in one integrated ecosystem of design, analysis, data management, and more.
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SOLIDWORKS, the paramount design and engineering tool, evolved into a catalyst for a distinct form of accomplishment – one that extended well beyond individual success to profoundly impact the lives of those facing challenges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hawk Ridge Systems has been supporting SOLIDWORKS customers for over 30 years across every industry, and we have one of the largest SOLIDWORKS technical teams in North America. When we say that we’ve been there, we really have seen almost any challenge you present. Our dedicated services team has helped thousands of customers implement and become truly successful with SOLIDWORKS solutions.
If you have any questions about any solution in the suite, reach out to us.
SOLIDWORKS solutions have been designed to be highly intuitive and easy to learn and while they feature powerful tools, most users pick up the software quickly.
We offer training for every learning style, so new users can become even more efficient and confident in their skills.
SOLIDWORKS desktop solutions run on Microsoft Windows, with optional connections to the cloud-based 3DEXPERIENCE platform from Dassault Systèmes.
If you need help setting it up, contact us.
Yes, you can get a free trial of the latest release of SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD Premium. We also have free trials for SOLIDWORKS Simulation, SOLIDWORKS MBD, SOLIDWORKS CAM, and SOLIDWORKS Visualize.
If you want to try other products, contact us.
Yes! SOLIDWORKS has term licenses, which gives you the flexibility to choose from either 3- or 12-month term contracts. This allows you to take advantage of lower upfront costs. Term licenses are a good solution if you hire interns or contract workers who will only need to use the software for a limited time.
You’ll also get the full subscription benefits, including technical support, included with term licenses. If you need to rent SOLIDWORKS, talk to us and we’ll get you set up.
SOLIDWORKS has two types of licenses:
- Term Licenses: you’re essentially renting the software for 3 or 12 months.
- Perpetual Licenses: you own the software and can add a subscription to keep the licenses up to date.
For perpetual licensing, there are three main options:
- Standalone Licenses: installed on a specific computer
- Online Licenses: tied to a particular user
- Network Licenses: float between different users and computers on a specific network
The SOLIDWORKS desktop suite is available for purchase in different packages, each designed to cater to different levels of design and engineering needs. These packages vary by the range of tools and functionalities they include, allowing users to select the solutions that best fit their project requirements. Each tier builds upon the previous, adding more advanced features and capabilities.
Additionally, our customers have the option to purchase individual add-ons or extensions to customize their setup.
Each package includes Cloud Services via the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, which offers complete cloud data management and connects SOLIDWORKS solutions to a broader range of future options and capabilities.
If you want to know more about the individual add-ons and extensions, contact us.
Yes, Cloud Services are included with all versions of SOLIDWORKS with an active subscription. This links SOLIDWORKS CAD to the 3DEXPERIENCE cloud platform.
This connection extends the capabilities of the desktop software to the cloud, enabling users to access a range of 3DEXPERIENCE apps. These cloud applications are fully compatible with SOLIDWORKS, enhancing its features with advanced data management, collaboration, and specialized tools. They seamlessly integrate SOLIDWORKS with the innovative potential of the cloud.
No, there is no version of SOLIDWORKS that runs directly in the cloud.
However, SOLIDWORKS xDesign delivers a comprehensive CAD solution that operates entirely within a browser for those seeking a fully cloud-based CAD solution. This solution provides complete CAD functionality with the added flexibility of being accessible from anywhere, on any device, supporting a broad range of design, engineering, and collaboration capabilities entirely online. It includes advanced tools for mechanical design, surfacing, and organic sub-d modeling, along with powerful simulation capabilities.
Additionally, it offers integrated data management and leverages advanced technologies, such as machine learning and design guidance, enabling the development of AI-enhanced solutions.
Importantly, these cloud-based CAD tools integrate seamlessly with all versions of SOLIDWORKS, expanding SOLIDWORKS capabilities and providing a more comprehensive design and engineering environment.