From idea to innovation
If you’ve worked in product design, you’ve probably heard the term digital twin. But what does it mean for small to mid-sized engineering companies? And more importantly, how can you use it today without enterprise-level resources?
With Siemens Solid Edge, CAD digital twins aren’t just for the big players. They’re accessible, practical, and game-changing for the way you design, test, and bring products to market.
What is a CAD digital twin?
At its simplest, a digital twin is a virtual replica of your product that behaves like the real thing. Using Solid Edge, you can create a CAD model that doesn’t just look like your design but also simulates performance, identifies potential issues, and predicts outcomes—all before building a prototype.
That means fewer surprises, faster iterations, and better design decisions.
Why Solid Edge changes the game
For small and mid-sized engineering firms, the challenge has always been balancing resources with innovation. Solid Edge makes digital twins possible without overloading your budget or team.
With Solid Edge, you get:
- Design + Simulation in One Place – Run motion, stress, and flow analyses right in your CAD environment.
- Better Collaboration – Share digital twins with customers and suppliers for real-time feedback.
- Faster Iterations – Spot design flaws early and make confident changes before production.
- Cost Savings – Cut down on physical prototypes and reduce costly late-stage design changes.
Real world impact
One SMB manufacturer used Solid Edge to build a digital twin of a new pump system. By simulating real-world performance before prototyping, they reduced their physical test cycles by 40% and brought the product to market two months faster.
A future proof investment
The pace of innovation is only accelerating. Customers demand faster delivery, tighter tolerances, and greener solutions. Solid Edge helps you meet these challenges with an ecosystem built for the digital twin era. And with Solid Edge, you don’t need a massive IT department or multimillion-dollar budget to make it happen.