Vermeer and SOLIDWORKS: Powering Innovation in Heavy Machinery for Over Two Decades

AMP Team
2 days ago
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How Vermeer transformed its engineering processes and accelerated machinery design through SOLIDWORKS and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform

Since its founding in 1948, Vermeer Corporation has been a trusted global manufacturer of industrial and agricultural equipment. From trenchers and horizontal directional drills to tree care and recycling systems, Vermeer has long been known for its durable, high-performing machines built to keep industries moving.

When the company made the bold decision to transition from 2D to 3D design in 1999, it chose SOLIDWORKS, a choice that would redefine how Vermeer approached product development. In fact, Vermeer became the first SOLIDWORKS customer with more than 100 seats of software, laying the foundation for a partnership that has now spanned more than two decades.

Vermeer and SOLIDWORKS: Powering Innovation in Heavy Machinery

From 2D Drawings to 3D Efficiency

Before adopting SOLIDWORKS, Vermeer’s engineering teams faced challenges common to large manufacturers: disconnected processes, manual workflows, and limited design integration. The move to SOLIDWORKS enabled the company to streamline design, manufacturing, purchasing, and documentation processes, all while managing increasingly complex machinery designs.

Expanding Capabilities Through the SOLIDWORKS Portfolio

Today, Vermeer continues to innovate using the SOLIDWORKS Extended Portfolio, which includes:

SOLIDWORKS Premium CAD – for 3D design and modelling of complex machinery assemblies.
SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium – to validate performance and reliability before production.
SOLIDWORKS PDM – for seamless data management across global engineering teams.
SOLIDWORKS Composer – to accelerate technical documentation and product communication.
3DEXPERIENCE Platform – to connect people, data, and processes in one collaborative environment.

This integration has helped Vermeer automate development workflows, increase throughput, and shorten engineering change processes, giving its teams the agility to innovate faster and bring robust, reliable machines to market more efficiently.

Driving the Future of Heavy Machinery

With the 3DEXPERIENCE platform complementing SOLIDWORKS, Vermeer continues to evolve its digital transformation journey. The company has built a connected ecosystem where design, manufacturing, and supply chain processes work in harmony, ensuring Vermeer remains at the forefront of global equipment innovation.

Watch the video to learn more about Vermeer’s decades-long partnership with SOLIDWORKS:🎥